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Airbus procurement chief to move to India role, no successor named

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Posted on June 4, 2025

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PARIS (Reuters) -The top supply chain executive at planemaker Airbus, procurement chief Juergen Westermeier, has been appointed to run the group's operations in India and South Asia from Sept 1,

Airbus Supply Chain Chief Transitions to India Operations Role

PARIS (Reuters) -The top supply chain executive at planemaker Airbus, procurement chief Juergen Westermeier, has been appointed to run the group's operations in India and South Asia from Sept 1, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters.

His successor is "subject to further notice," the memo said.

Airbus declined to comment on internal appointments.

A person close to the company said the move was not linked to the recent supply chain situation which had in any case begun to stabilise.

(Reporting by Tim Hepher. Editing by Jane Merriman)

Key Takeaways

  • Juergen Westermeier appointed to lead Airbus India operations.
  • No successor named for the procurement chief role.
  • Move not linked to recent supply chain issues.
  • Airbus declined to comment on internal appointments.
  • Transition effective from September 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been appointed to run Airbus operations in India?
Juergen Westermeier, the top supply chain executive at Airbus, has been appointed to run the group's operations in India and South Asia starting September 1.
Is there a successor named for Juergen Westermeier?
No successor has been named for Juergen Westermeier as the memo stated that his successor is 'subject to further notice.'
Did the appointment relate to recent supply chain issues?
A person close to the company indicated that the move was not linked to the recent supply chain situation, which has begun to stabilize.

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