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Airforwarders Association Names New CEO

October 12, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Steve Smith is the new CEO of Airforwarders Association.
Smith has 25 years of experience in aviation, logistics, and humanitarian response.
The AfA will focus on predictability, the whole cargo journey, and international advocacy.

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Strategic Implications

The appointment of Steve Smith as CEO may indicate a shift in the Airforwarders Association's focus towards humanitarian logistics and crisis response. The organization's priorities could suggest a growing recognition of the importance of air cargo in global supply chains, which may lead to increased investment in infrastructure and advocacy efforts.

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What Happened

Former Humanitarian Logistics Expert To Lead Industry Advocacy

The Airforwarders Association has named Steve Smith as its new CEO, succeeding Brandon Fried after 21 years. Smith brings 25 years of experience in aviation, logistics, and humanitarian response, including leading Airlink and serving as a subject matter expert to NATO. The AfA will focus on three priorities: predictability, the whole cargo journey, and international advocacy. According to Air Cargo News, the organization aims to provide value to its members and shape industry decisions.

Source | Originally Published: October 12, 2026

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Airforwarders Association Names New CEO

October 12, 2026

1 min read

Key Takeaways

Steve Smith is the new CEO of Airforwarders Association.
Smith has 25 years of experience in aviation, logistics, and humanitarian response.
The AfA will focus on predictability, the whole cargo journey, and international advocacy.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Key Takeaways.

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Strategic Implications

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

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What Happened

Former Humanitarian Logistics Expert To Lead Industry Advocacy

Source | Originally Published: October 12, 2026

Companies Mentioned

Airforwarders Association Rolls-Royce Civil Aerospace Airlink NATO