Veovo Appoints New CEO to Drive Global Growth Ambitions

Veovo, a leading provider of airport-based operational, revenue and customer experience optimisation solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of James Williamson as CEO.

The airport industry is having to manage exponential passenger growth with infrastructure designed decades ago. Airports are facing unprecedented challenges that cannot be solved through the traditional approach of building more infrastructure. They are increasingly looking to technology to make them more financially self-sufficient while tackling their passenger capacity constraints.

Veovo has developed unique capabilities, through product investment and strategic acquisitions, to support the industry’s need for greater operational efficiency and visibility. Veovo’s acquisitions have allowed the company to provide an airport-wide integrated platform and underlined its position as a major technology innovator in the industry. Building on its impressive recent growth, Veovo has appointed James Williamson as Chief Executive Officer, to accelerate the company’s development of broader capabilities and extend its global reach.

James brings a strong track record of leading and implementing organisational strategies to scale and deliver excellent customer outcomes within the aviation sector. At Leidos, James was Managing Director of the international aviation division, forging a strong relationship with airport operators and Air Navigation Service providers. Prior to Leidos, James spent over a decade in the defence and aerospace technology sector, occupying senior leadership roles with Leonardo (formerly Finmeccanica).

“I’m convinced that Veovo is one of a tiny number of technology providers in the airport space, who can deliver a major part of the “Total Airport Management” concept. Veovo’s vision and ambition to tackle the critical industry challenges head-on are the ingredients for becoming a significant player in the industry and driving future growth. Veovo’s customer list is a “who’s who” of high profile customers known for their innovative approaches to improving airport operations and the passenger experience. These customers have high expectations, and despite this, Veovo has an unparalleled reputation for successful solution delivery.

I'm looking forward to collaborating with our customers, partners and incredibly talented staff to develop a unique proposition to aid airports in tackling these critical industry challenges” says James Williamson.