Embraer has appointed Mark Neely to the position of Vice President Freighter in its Commercial Aviation division and Nigel Patterson the new Vice President Sales & Marketing, and Head of Region for North America. This new global leadership position sees them reporting directly to Martyn Holmes, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Embraer Commercial Aviation.

Neely boasts extensive experience in both the passenger and freighter markets and is set to lead the company’s growing focus on the Passenger to Freighter (P2F) aircraft opportunities and market development. He previously served as Vice President Sales & Marketing, Head of Region for North America, managing some of Embraer’s largest customers, serving all the major airlines in the US.

“Mark's appointment to this new role is a strategic move in line with our focus on developing our nascent freighter business. I’m very pleased that we will be navigating this exciting period of growth in the Passenger to Freighter space with his leadership. Mark’s wealth of experience, vision, and dedication are set to make a significant impact.”

Nigel Patterson has over 20 years of sales leadership experience in North America at Airbus and Certified Aviation Services, Patterson is well respected in the industry. His sales experience boasts successful deals with major U.S. airlines including Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, Virgin America, Hawaiian Airlines, and Allegiant Air.

“North America is a critical market for Embraer, where the E175 is the backbone of the regional network, with over 620 aircraft sold, and 86% market share. Embraer aircraft deliver essential connectivity to 206 airports in the US alone”, said Martyn Holmes, CCO, Embraer Commercial Aviation.