TrueNoord, has expanded its Singapore team with the appointment of experienced aviation professional, Leane Higgins, in the position of Technical Director Asia Pacific.

Higgins joins TrueNoord with over 20 years’ experience in the aviation industry. Previously working in the technical and legal departments at GECAS, she most recently held the position of Assistant Vice President - Technical Operations at NAC. She also holds a MSc Project Management degree from University College Dublin.

Higgins explains that it is TrueNoord’s rapid expansion plans and inherent values that attracted her to the Company. “TrueNoord is on a strong upward trajectory, it’s a great opportunity to further learn and grow within a business that has such a positive and collaborative culture. I look forward to working alongside the existing team and helping drive the Company's continued success.

“Through my previous roles, I have gained a unique understanding of the issues faced in regional aircraft leasing. I’m pleased to now apply these skills in support of TrueNoord’s growing portfolio of customers in the Asia Pacific region.”

Carst Lindeboom, Sales Director Asia Pacific at TrueNoord, comments “This strategic hire underscores our commitment to strengthening our Asia Pacific operations. The APAC aviation sector is projected for significant long-term growth having shown resilient passenger demand recovery that already surpasses pre-pandemic levels. As our client base also develops across the region, Leane’s fresh perspective and deep industry knowledge will be an asset, further enhancing our highly experienced team based in Singapore.”