AFI KLM E&M Unveils the Appointment  of Gilles Mercier as  SVP Airframe Maintenance

Paris, Amsterdam, 17th of March 2026 – Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) announces that Géry Mortreux, Executive Vice President of Air France Industries, will be leaving Air France-KLM effective May 1st, 2026, after nearly 10 years in the role.He has decided to embark on a new chapter in his career. 

In conjunction with this transition, AFI KLM E&M is pleased to announce the  appointment of :

Gilles Mercier as SVP Airframe Maintenance

Gilles Mercier will leave Barfield, our subsidiary based in the USA, and his CEO position which he has held for three years. He will take over Vincent d’Andrea’s role as SVP Airframe Maintenance from July 1, 2026.

Gilles Mercier joined the group in 2008 and has held several positions in the Engineering & Maintenance sector, including Head of Costing and Pricing, Engine Business Unit Manager, Chief Transformation Officer, and Chief of Staff to the EVP Engineering & Maintenance, before joining Barfield in 2019.

Anne Brachet, Executive Vice President Air France-KLM Engineering & Maintenance, stated:

“I want to thank Géry Mortreux for his ten years of complete dedication and great accomplishments. It was a real pleasure to work with such a remarkable professional and kind human being. Also, I am delighted to announce four new key appointments. I would like to congratulate Vincent, Gilles, Tommaso and Magali. I am confident that this new chapter in their careers will lead to outstanding achievements to the group.” 

About AFI KLM E&M

Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance is a major global MRO provider, serving over 200 airlines around the world. With a workforce of more than 13,000 professionals and a broad network of maintenance facilities and logistics hubs, AFI KLM E&M offers comprehensive services covering airframes, engines, and components. Leveraging decades of operational expertise and OEM partnerships, the company delivers high-performance, cost-effective maintenance solutions tailored to the needs of commercial operators. 

Source: AFI KLM E&M