The European Regions Airline Association (ERA) has announced the results of its Board elections, bringing together new and returning members to continue steering the association’s work on behalf of Europe’s regional aviation sector.

ERA is pleased to confirm the re-election of its airline representative Vasiliki Christidi, Group General Manager, SKY express, alongside both new airline and non-airline representatives. These appointments strengthen ERA’s mission to advocate for the regional aviation sector in Europe and address the unique challenges it faces.

The freshly elected representatives include:

• Mario Lobato De Faria, Managing Director, TAP express operated by Portugália Airlines 
• Dr Nadia Giordimaina, Director Regulatory & International Affairs, KM Malta
• Anastasija Visnakova, VP Sales & Marketing, Deutsche Aircraft
• Mark Dunnachie, SVP Commercial, ACIA Aero Leasing
• Victoire Totah, Director Commercial Marketing, Aeroport de Nimes/Aeroport de Tours

Together they will help guide ERA’s strategic priorities and ensure the collective voice of regional aviation is heard by European policymakers and stakeholders.

Mario Lobato De Faria, Managing Director, TAP express operated by Portugália Airlines, said: “ERA has been in the past decades fundamental in setting a fairer and meaningful landscape for regional airlines. It’s with pride and humility that I join the Board and expect to contribute to the sustainability of regional airlines and their mission in connecting communities and developing their economies while ensuring profits”

Dr Nadia Giordimaina, Director Regulatory & International Affairs, KM Malta, said: “I would like to thank all those who showed their support by voting. My priority will be to advocate so that legislation respects the complexity and constraints that the airline industry operates in, in view of the paramount importance of safety and security for the industry. Regulation should not come at the expense of the financial sustainability of an industry which provides connectivity and hence ensures freedom of movement of citizens, economic prosperity and growth to the regions it serves.”

Vasiliki Christidi, Group General Manager, SKY express, said: “I am honoured to continue serving on the ERA Board and look forward to contributing to the sustainable growth of regional aviation in Europe. Together with my colleagues, I will work to strengthen connectivity, advance innovation, and support our industry’s transition towards a more resilient future for the people of Europe.”

With these appointments, ERA is well-positioned to continue driving forward its work to secure a strong, sustainable and competitive future for regional aviation.

Source: European Regions Airline Association