Adacel announces appointment of new Vice President, Air Traffic Management

Adacel Technologies Limited (ASX: ADA) (Adacel or the Company), an industry leader in advanced Air Traffic Management (ATM) and Air Traffic Control (ATC) simulation and training solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Bowles as the company’s new Vice President, Air Traffic Management. In his new role, starting 2nd January 2024, Neil will provide executive leadership to Adacel’s operational ATM technology Business Units which includes Aurora and REVAL, as well as the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Advanced Technologies & Oceanic Procedures (ATOP) program.

Neil brings over 25 years’ experience in the industry beginning his career in operational Air Traffic Control (ATC) before moving into enroute and terminal ATM product strategy, development, and executive leadership roles. Neil’s previous experience includes several senior leadership positions for Searidge Technologies where he most recently served as the Executive Vice President of ATM with overall responsibility for global sales and marketing. During his tenure at Searidge Technologies, Neil also served as the Vice President of Business Development and Head of ATM, where he led the development of remote/digital tower and airport technologies strategies, steered strategic business initiatives, and guided entrance to new markets. Neil also has previous experience developing ATM innovation and delivery strategies from his time at Dubai Air Navigation Services (DANS) where he led the introduction of tools such as Arrival Management for Dubai airspace. Neil graduated from Queen’s University Belfast with honors in Geography and holds a Diploma in Business Management from Oxford Brookes University.

“We are thrilled to welcome Neil as the newest member of our executive team,” shares Daniel Verret, Adacel’s CEO. “Neil brings a wealth of ATM experience and has a proven track record delivering strategic initiatives and enhancing market position in fast-paced and highly competitive environments. This appointment signifies Adacel’s commitment to innovation continuous improvement. We are confident that Neil will add significant value steering growth and enhancing our impact in the air traffic market,” continues Mr. Verret.

“I am honored to be appointed as Adacel’s new Vice President of ATM. I consider the opportunity to contribute to a company that is an industry world-leader a privilege,” says Neil Bowles. “I am committed to leveraging my skills and experience to drive growth, innovation, and excellence. Collaborating with such a distinguished team, I am eager to help propel Adacel to new heights and to create meaningful impact. I look forward to being a part of this exceptional journey and contributing to Adacel’s ongoing success,” continues Mr. Bowles.