Menzies Aviation published the appointment of Emma Deane as Senior Vice President Commercial for Oceania & Southeast Asia (OSEA) on 03SEP26, with immediate effect. The Australian law graduate with a Master of Aviation, came over to Menzies from SATS Ltd, where she held the position of Vice President Strategic Business Development & Transaction Management. Prior to that, she spent several years in the UAE, latterly as Regional Vice President AMEA for WFS after 10 years in senior positions for dnata, including that of Chief Operating Officer. Overall, Emma draws on more than 20 years of broad experience in aviation including commercial leadership, business development, key account management, contracting, corporate governance and operations. Her prime responsibilities at Menzies will be focused on the commercial strategy for OSEA, developing the region’s business, customer network, portfolio, and footprint.
Darren Masters, Executive Vice President OSEA, Menzies Aviation, explained: “Emma is a highly respected commercial leader with deep experience across aviation services and a strong track record of driving growth and building lasting customer partnerships. As we continue to grow across Oceania and Southeast Asia, Emma’s expertise will help deepen customer partnerships and support the next phase of our growth. We’re delighted to welcome her to Menzies.” Emma Deane stated: “Menzies Aviation has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner and I’m excited to join the business. I look forward to working with colleagues across the region to support our customers, strengthen partnerships and help deliver on the company’s ambitious growth plans.”
