AUSTIN, Texas, December 4, 2014 – DAC International, a Greenwich AeroGroup company, announced today the hiring of Karel van Meekeren as its European Director of Marketing and Sales.
Mr. van Meekeren will be responsible for the airline sales development in Europe and the Middle East. His duties include working with all of our current customers and DACs dealer network to ensure continued future growth. Additionally, he will be assisting with the company’s modification development programs and customized packages focused on complying with operational requirements and the lowering of operating costs.
Previously, Mr. van Meekeren held several positions within Fokker Services, based in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands. He has a degree in aeronautical engineering and marketing from Hoge School van Amsterdam.
Mr. van Meekeren will be based in Vijfhuizen, The Netherlands.
About DAC International
DAC International offers a wide range of avionics upgrade solutions for regional and major airlines, military and general and corporate aircraft, as well as MROs and OEMs worldwide. DAC uses certified solutions, including navigational, communications and display systems to help the aviation community meet new standards, as well as replacing of older systems. They offer a wide range of test equipment, including RVSM, ARINC 615(A) portable data loaders and other Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and a whole range of in-house built data converters. Additionally, they sell new-generation EFB and adapter units, such the GDC-64 Tablet Aircraft Interface Unit for iPads, plus they can supply complete integration kits with FAA or EASA STC for several types of aircraft. For more information, go to www.dacint.com
About Greenwich AeroGroup
Greenwich AeroGroup Inc., owns and operates providers of general, commercial, government and military aviation services including: maintenance, avionics and interior refurbishments; fixed base operations; aircraft sales, charter and management; manufacturing; component repair and overhaul; parts distribution and financial services. Current locations include: Aero Precision Industries, located in Livermore, Calif.; DAC International, located in Austin, Texas; Professional Aircraft Accessories, located in Titusville, Fla.; Professional Aviation Associates, located in Atlanta, Ga.; NASAM, located in South San Francisco, Calif.; Summit Aviation, located in Middletown, Del.; TruAtlantic Mfg., located in Kernersville, N.C.; and Western Aircraft, located in Boise, Idaho. Additionally, Greenwich AeroGroup owns an interest in Helivia Aero Taxi located in Rio de Janeiro. News and information are available at www.greenwichaerogroup.com.
