Acro Aircraft Seating appoints two directors
Steve Skerrett, formerly Quality Director with Collins Aerospace, becomes Acro’s new Director of Quality
Acro Aircraft Seating has appointed Ed Anders as Director of Operations and Steve Skerrett as Director of Quality.
“We are delighted to welcome on board two respected and highly qualified aerospace professionals, each of whom brings 25 years’ hands-on experience at the most senior levels of our industry, together with a wealth of enthusiasm and creativity,” said Neil Cairns, CEO of Acro. “Ed and Steve are now perfectly positioned and fully resourced to use their skills to maximum effect, leading and inspiring a new generation and empowering Acro’s global success.”
Ed Anders, formerly Business Unit Director with Collins Aerospace, is appointed Director of Operations at Acro
Anders will head the company’s operations and production activities. An October 20 press release said he brings expert knowledge of building high-performing teams. He has experience in setting up new facilities, establishing vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities and delivering continuous improvement across all areas of aircraft seating operations. Skerrett will lead the company’s quality control in business objectives, playing a role in driving positive and sustainable cultural change centered on quality, integrity, compliance, and customer service.
The release said Skerrett has a proven track record in successfully developing and delivering business management systems and product quality improvement in both the automotive and aerospace industries.