From drones to space travel, Richard has it covered as he’s named New Airspace Users Director at NATS

NATS, the Fareham-based provider of air navigation services, has appointed Richard Ellis as a director to drive commercial business for new airspace users.

He joins NATS from the Unified Traffic Management (UTM) company Altitude Angel, where he was Chief Business Officer.

Richard will lead the team delivering services and technology-based products to customers around the world, focusing on drones, electric vertical take-off and landing operations, integrated traffic management solutions, and high altitude and space users.

“Supporting the growth of new airspace users through the development of innovative products and services is one of our key strategic commercial priorities”, said Guy Adams, MD of NATS Services.

“I’m certain Richard will have a major contribution to make as we continue to grow and develop our business.”

Richard added: “I am delighted to be joining NATS in this new pivotal role. There is now a transformative opportunity to create new services and operating models for New Airspace Users over the coming years.

“I’m looking forward to the challenge and to meeting with our partners and customers in the UK and around the world.”

Richard has also been VP Worldwide Customer Success at AirMap, the global leader in airspace management software systems for drones.

• nats.aero

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