Amparo Moraleda to make history as new Chair of Airbus Board. Spanish engineer Amparo Moraleda has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board of Airbus, marking a major milestone in the aerospace and defense industry. For the first time in more than 50 years, the European giant will not be led by a French or German representative, and Moraleda will also become the first Spanish woman to hold this position. She is set to assume the role in October 2026, at a crucial moment for the global aerospace sector.
Join us on Telegram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WhatsApp, TikTok, and subscribe to our Weekly Digest with just one click.
Moraleda brings extensive experience from leading companies such as IBM, Iberdrola, and CaixaBank, along with her previous role on the Airbus Board. Her appointment has been widely welcomed within the Spanish business community, highlighting the growing presence of Spanish executives in top leadership positions at major international companies. This leadership change comes amid strong growth in the global aerospace and defense sector, whose combined brand value increased by 52% in 2026, driven by rising demand and investment in both commercial and military aviation.
Follow us on Google News and receive notifications on your mobile device by clicking the button below.
In this context, Airbus has positioned itself as the world’s most valuable aerospace brand, surpassing its main competitor Boeing, with an estimated brand value of €23 billion and a 67% increase compared to the previous year. Moraleda’s appointment not only breaks with decades of tradition within Airbus but also reinforces Spain’s role in the global aerospace industry. Her leadership arrives at a strategic time for the company, which continues to strengthen its position as a key player in innovation, efficiency, and technological development worldwide.
You might also be interested in: Amparo Moraleda to make history as new Chair of Airbus Board
- ✈ Avianca makes rapid progress in software updates and passenger service.
- ✈ Air Canada launches direct flights from Toronto and Montreal.
- ✈ Airbus warns of potential solar radiation issues in aircraft.
- ✈ Viva resumes operations in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.
You must be logged in to post a comment.