Steven Trowell as the Vice President-Technical of EirTrade Aviation will lead new integrated services for the company as it expands its business at its AFRA-approved facilities in Ireland.
EirTrade Aviation, a Dublin-based global aviation asset management and trading company, has announced the appointment of Steven Trowell as Vice President-Technical. Trowell, previously Hangar Manager and Accountable Manager with EirTrade Aviation Maintenance, brings a wealth of experience as an aircraft engineer and will now lead new integrated services for the company as it expands its business at its AFRA approved facilities in Ireland.
During his tenure as Hangar Manager, Steven Trowell played a pivotal role in securing EASA Part 145 Line Maintenance approval for both the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 families of aircraft at EirTrade Aviation’s Ireland West Airport, Knock facility. He also supervised the successful dismantling of two 787-800s in Prestwick, a significant milestone for the company.
Steven Trowell, Vice President-Technical, EirTrade said, “We’ve invested in new capabilities at our engine disassembly facility in Dublin to encompass the CFM56-3 engine and unlocked new potential at our airframe disassembly and Part-145 line maintenance facility in Knock, where we can now provide continuous line maintenance, parking, and preservation for narrowbody aircraft, alongside the capability to disassemble both wide and narrowbody airframes and engines at the asset owner’s request. Customers benefit not only from our spacious hangar capacity but also extensive free on-site aircraft parking and storage.”
Ken Fitzgibbon, CEO of EirTrade Aviation, commended the young and professional team that will be at the forefront of driving the company forward. He welcomes Trowell’s technical expertise as the company expands its global operations. EirTrade Aviation’s aircraft disassembly processes contribute to sustainable resource management by facilitating the recycling and reclamation of valuable materials from retired aircraft. This approach reduces waste, conserves resources, and minimizes the environmental impact of disposal. The company’s airframe and engine disassembly facilities are accredited by the Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association (AFRA).
Ken Fitzgibbon, CEO, EirTrade Aviation said, “Steven joins our enthusiastic management line-up, and we welcome his technical expertise as we expand globally. Aircraft disassembly processes contribute to sustainable resource management by facilitating the recycling and reclamation of valuable materials from retired aircraft. This reduces waste, conserves resources, and minimises the environmental impact of disposal. EirTrade’s airframe and engines disassembly facilities are accredited by AFRA (Aircraft Fleet Recycling Association) and as the industry surges ahead after the pandemic, we need a strong and responsive team that recognise the importance of sustainability and manage our customers’ environmental concerns effectively.”
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As the aviation industry surges ahead after the challenges posed by the pandemic, EirTrade Aviation is positioning itself with a strong and responsive team to address the increasing importance of sustainability and manage its customers’ environmental concerns effectively. With Steven Trowell at the helm of its technical operations, EirTrade Aviation is well-prepared to meet the growing demand for its services and contribute to the industry’s commitment to a more sustainable future.
