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Unilode appoints Janis Balkens as the new COO

Unilode appoints Janis Balkens as the new COO.
Unilode Aviation Solutions, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is a major player in aviation logistics.

Janis Balkens as the new COO of Unilode Aviation Services will play an instrumental role in advancing the company’s progress with this vast experience in the aviation field.

Unilode Aviation Services, a market leader in outsourced unit load device (ULD) management for repair and digital services, expressed their delight to announce the Janis Balkens as the new Chief Operating Officer.

The new appointed COO, Janis Balkin has over 20 years of experience in senior leadership, operational and commercial roles in the aviation industry. His hardwork in managing the airports, airlines, ground handlers and logistics companies has been highly appreciated amongst the aviation professionals.  

Ross Marino, Chief Executive Officer, Unilode said, “I am delighted that Janis has joined Unilode’s Executive Leadership Team. He is extremely well placed to continue to deliver operational excellence at Unilode, and his operational and commercial expertise with a strong focus on quality and safety will strengthen Unilode’s market leader position in the ULD and galley cart sector. Janis will play a pivotal role in leading Unilode’s operations to new heights and contributing to the continued growth and success of our company. Janis is a highly valued addition to our team, and I am excited to work with him to continue to deliver optimal results for Unilode.”

Unilode Aviation Services hopes to advance their progress with the help of Janis Balkens experience in the aviation field. Janis Balkens served as Regional Chief Executive Officer at New & Emerging Markets at dnata most recently. 

Janis Balkens, Chief Operating Officer, Unilode said, “I am thrilled to join Unilode and lead the company’s global operations. Unilode’s dedication to driving operational efficiencies aligns with my passion for delivering the highest level of performance to all our customers. I strongly believe that successful leadership of both local and global teams requires trust, empowerment, and respect, and I look forward to working with the talented Unilode team to build on the company’s successes and continue to elevate our services and partnerships globally. Together, we will provide our customers and partners with mutually beneficial solutions and drive our businesses forward.”

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Unilode Aviation Solutions, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is a major player in aviation logistics. They manage the world’s most extensive outsourced fleet of Unit Load Devices (ULDs), such as containers and pallets, and operate a vast global network for maintaining and repairing these ULDs, alongside inflight food service equipment.