Brussels Airport, a co-founder and strategic member of Pharma.Aero, has appointed Dimitri Bettoni, Head of Cargo and Business Development, as its representative on the Pharma.Aero Board of Directors. Dimitri succeeds Samuel Speltdoorn, who has served on the Board for the past three years.

On behalf of the organization, Trevor Caswell, Chair of Pharma.Aero, expresses gratitude to Samuel for his dedication and extends a warm welcome to Dimitri.

“As a key member of Pharma.Aero, Samuel has made significant contributions to the growth of our organization and the broader industry. His leadership and commitment have been instrumental in driving key developments, and it has been a pleasure working alongside him. We wish Samuel all the best as he transitions to his new role while remaining connected to Pharma.Aero. 

At the same time, I am delighted to welcome Dimitri Bettoni to the Board. Dimitri has already demonstrated his active involvement in Pharma.Aero’s efforts, and his deep expertise in pharmaceutical logistics, alongside his leadership at Brussels Airport, will be a tremendous asset as we continue to enhance the organization’s global impact.”

Trevor Caswell, Chair of Pharma.Aero

“Serving on the Pharma.Aero Board of Directors has been a rewarding experience, and it is with mixed emotions that I step down as I transition from Brussels Airport.
Over the past three years, Pharma.Aero has been a significant part of my professional journey. The collaboration and shared commitment have been inspiring. The projects, insights, and partnerships I’ve been involved with will continue to shape my path forward.
Although I am stepping down from the Board, I am excited to join another Pharma.Aero member company, Nippon Express Group, as the Global Head of Healthcare Solutions, ensuring my continued involvement with the organization. I will also remain a strong supporter of the Pharma Logistics Masterclass in Japan, an initiative I deeply believe in.
I look forward to seeing Pharma.Aero’s continued success and innovation in the industry. Best wishes to the Board, team, and all members for the future!”

Samuel Speltdoorn, former member of the Pharma.Aero Board of Directors

As Head of Cargo and Business Development at Brussels Airport Company, Dimitri Bettoni is an experienced leader in air cargo, supply chain management, and strategic business development.

Dimitri’s career, spanning over two decades, showcases a path marked by a variety of roles and substantial leadership positions. His period as CEO at Swissport Cargo Services stands as a testament to his leadership and operational expertise. Furthermore, Bettoni’s proficiency in airside and logistics operations was further refined through key positions at Aviapartner and DHL, demonstrating his adaptability across multiple sectors.

A significant chapter in his career saw Dimitri leading a freight forwarding company focused on the complex logistics of clinical trial shipments. His nearly nine-year tenure as CEO underscores his skill in managing intricate, global logistics challenges.

“I am honored to join the Pharma.Aero Board of Directors as the representative of Brussels Airport Company. Having been closely involved with Pharma.Aero and its initiatives over the years, I have witnessed firsthand the organization’s dedication to enhancing healthcare logistics through global collaboration and innovation.

Brussels Airport has long been a key player in pharmaceutical logistics, and our shared vision with Pharma.Aero has led to impactful projects that drive industry excellence. I look forward to further strengthening this partnership, working alongside fellow board members and industry leaders to advance safe, efficient, and sustainable pharmaceutical supply chains worldwide.”

Dimitri Bettoni, member of Pharma.Aero Board of Directors

Dimitri Bettoni’s engagement with Brussels Airport commenced in January 2023 as an external consultant. In this role, he adeptly guided the organization through a transitional phase, ensuring the ongoing progression of projects and proficiently leading the Product & Network team with remarkable finesse.

In recognition of his contributions and expertise, Dimitri Bettoni was welcomed as a permanent member of the Brussels Airport leadership team in July 2023. Serving as the Head of Cargo Product & Network Development, he plays a crucial role in advancing the airport’s cargo operations, enhancing its global connectivity, and fostering ongoing development. His strategic acumen and extensive network are key in supporting BRUCargo’s strategic objectives and in sculpting the long-term vision.

Brussels Airport (BRU) co-founded Pharma.Aero alongside Changi Airport Group (SIN) and Miami International Airport (MIA), in 2016, as a collaborative platform focused on improving pharma handling and quality in the air cargo industry worldwide. Since then, the organization has matured into an industry thought leader by developing cutting-edge projects, providing expertise and insights, and addressing new trends, thus fueling the changes needed for tomorrow’s Life Science and MedTech logistics’ strategies. 

In 2024, Pharma.Aero made a strategic move towards a multimodal approach in the field of supply chain logistics for the Life Sciences and MedTech industries. This landmark decision, supported by strategic members’ votes, showcases a collective vision for a more comprehensive and efficient logistics strategy within the industry. The shift signifies a notable broadening of focus, unlocking doors to heightened collaboration and innovative opportunities in the sector.