Ex-Menzies chief Craig Smyth named new CEO at WFS

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), the world’s largest air cargo handler and one of the leading providers of ground handling and technical services to the aviation industry, announced today the appointment of industry veteran Craig Smyth as CEO. Mr Smyth, former CEO of Menzies Aviation, will take over as WFS CEO on August 29.

Bastian Lueken, head of the European investment team at Platinum Equity, which acquired WFS last year, praised Mr. Smyth’s qualifications and said he is a perfect fit for the ...