Derek is a global aerospace executive Currently serving as Head of Commercial APAC for Vertical Aerospace, a market-leading eVTOL zero-emissions air taxi company. He is responsible for all commercial, business, and partnership development activities in Asia-Pacific. He has held several senior roles at Airbus across multiple business lines including Urban Mobility, Airbus' new business in air taxis, and drones. Previously led as Head of Asia-Pacific for Government & Public Affairs, Regional Strategy, and Strategic Partnerships for Airbus group (Commercial Aircraft, Helicopters, Defence & Space).
