Embrear executive jets appoints new head for Africa

Peter Griffith (pictured right) is appointed as vice president sales & marketing, Europe and Africa to lead sales efforts in the region, while Peter Walker becomes vice president sales & marketing Middle-East and also Asia-Pacific, the responsibility for which was previously held by José Eduardo Costas since 2008.

Costas is returning to the Brazil headquarters to take on a broader role as vice president market intelligence.

“I’m pleased to welcome Mr. Griffith and Mr. Walker, who bring unique business aviation knowledge and experience to lead their sales teams, and to strengthen our presence in their regions,” said Marco Túlio Pellegrini, [resident and CEO of Embraer Executive Jets. “I also extend my gratitude to Mr. Steven and to Mr. Costas for their instrumental roles in building Embraer Executive Jets’ presence in their respective markets, and for leading these seamless transitions.”

Griffith brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having held senior management positions with other major aircraft manufacturers.

Associated with the aviation industry since 1985, as a pilot and owner of corporate aircraft, Walker held senior management positions with various commercial and business aviation companies.