Global – Airbus has appointed Eric Kirstetter as Executive Vice President Strategy, effective 18 May 2026. Kirstetter succeeds Matthieu Louvot, who was recently nominated as CEO of Airbus Helicopters, and will report directly to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury.
- Kirstetter joins Airbus from global strategy consulting firm Roland Berger, where he has been based in the firm's Paris office since 2017. Prior to Roland Berger, he spent 17 years at international management consulting firm Arthur D. Little.
- He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from ISAE-Supméca and a Master's Degree in International Industrial Management from HEC Paris.
- Kirstetter brings extensive experience in growth strategy and transformation across the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries, having supported clients in Asia, Europe, and the United States on strategic decisions, transformations, M&A transactions, and scaling innovation.
Statements
- "Eric is joining Airbus at a critical juncture for the Company, as we work to secure a trajectory of sustained growth, bold innovation and positive societal impact. His experience across a variety of industry sectors, including aerospace and defence, will be key to help us turn global geopolitical and technological changes into strategic opportunities and to implement our long-term roadmap," said Guillaume Faury, CEO at Airbus.
Source: Airbus
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