Leadership Change at Arianespace
French aerospace company Arianespace, a joint venture between Airbus SE and Safran SA under ArianeGroup, has announced a significant leadership change set to take effect in January.
CEO Stéphane Israël to Step Down
After serving as CEO since 2013, Stéphane Israël will depart Arianespace at the end of December to pursue a new career opportunity. During his tenure, Israël oversaw an impressive 108 successful launches, including the groundbreaking James Webb Telescope mission for NASA and the recent launch of the Italian Vega-C rocket.
David Cavailloles Named as Successor
David Cavailloles, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in French space policy, will take over as CEO in January. Cavailloles previously served as a ministerial advisor for space policy under the French Minister of Higher Education, Research, and Innovation from 2017 to 2019. Most recently, he held key positions at Capgemini, contributing to his expertise in aerospace and technology.
A New Chapter for Arianespace
This leadership transition marks a new chapter for Arianespace as it continues its mission of advancing space exploration and innovation. With Cavailloles’ deep knowledge of space policy and strategic planning, the company is well-positioned to build on its legacy of successful launches and collaborations.
Source: Reuters
