The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has appointed Fowler Wang as its new Regional Representative for China, aiming thus to strengthen its engagement in this vital market. Fowler brings in more than 2 decades’ worth of air cargo experience, having held positions in logistics, sales management, and event leadership. He previously founded Summit Asia Events and developed the China Cargo Summit into the country’s leading air cargo conference. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he successfully managed the operation of more than 1,000 international cargo charter flights spanning Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Fowler’s background also includes senior roles in aviation self-service solutions and technology leadership, giving him broad insight into air cargo operations, including airline setup, air rights, airport coordination, and freight forwarding. At TIACA, he will represent the association across China, supporting its mission to unite the global air cargo community, foster innovation, and advocate for industry interests. His appointment reinforces TIACA’s commitment to expanding its footprint in the Chinese market and driving collaboration in one of the world’s most strategically important regions for air cargo. This move is also expected to help connect and develop the air freight ecosystem in China, furthering TIACA’s global reach and influence in the fast-evolving cargo landscape.
Steven Polmans, TIACA Chair, revealed: “China is a cornerstone of global air cargo, and TIACA’s presence there is essential. Fowler’s remarkable track record in building platforms that connect people and ideas, combined with his hands-on industry experience, makes him the ideal representative to expand TIACA’s impact and support our members in China.”
Glyn Hughes, TIACA Director General, added: “We are delighted to welcome Fowler to the TIACA team as our Regional Representative in China. His deep knowledge of the Chinese air cargo market, coupled with his extensive international network and proven leadership, will greatly enhance TIACA’s ability to serve our members, foster industry collaboration, and strengthen engagement with key stakeholders in this vital region.”
