The International Air Carrier Association (IACA), of Zaventem, Belgium, has appointed Niki Lauda president. Lauda, founder and chairman of Austrian airline Lauda Air, takes over from Derek Davison, who becomes honorary life president of the Association. Marcel Pisters is confirmed as director-general designate. He will take over as director-general on 1 May from Paul Holubowicz, who is to leave after 15 years' service.
Source: Flight International
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