ECS Group is proud to announce the appointment of its Executive Chairman, Adrien Thominet, to the Board of Directors of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA). This marks a significant milestone, as Thominet brings decades of leadership and innovative expertise to represent Global Sales Agents (GSAs) on the international stage.
Thominet began his career at ECS Group in 1995 as a Commercial Manager, rising to Chief Operating Officer in 2011 and ultimately to Executive Chairman. Under his guidance, ECS Group has grown to become the world’s largest GSSA, renowned for operational excellence and pioneering strategies.
Steven Polmans, Chairman of TIACA, remarked, “The Board is very purposeful when selecting new members to ensure diverse representation across the industry. Adrien Thominet is a proven leader with extensive experience at a globally recognized GSSA. We are excited to welcome him and confident in his ability to contribute significantly to our mission.”
Thominet succeeds Bertrand Schmoll, who served on the TIACA Board for five years and was instrumental in guiding the association through its transformation. Schmoll’s contributions were honored during TIACA’s annual Board dinner.
Reflecting on his appointment, Thominet said: “Being named to TIACA’s Board is a great privilege. TIACA is vital to uniting the global air cargo community to address challenges and drive innovation. Representing GSAs gives me the opportunity to actively contribute to the sustainable growth and modernization of our industry.”
Thominet’s appointment comes as TIACA continues to focus on advancing the air cargo industry through collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. His wealth of experience and strategic vision will play a key role in helping the association navigate the evolving needs of the global cargo sector.