Giovanna Cardinali

Giovanna Cardinali. Source: Cargo Start

Air cargo data firm Cargo Start has appointed Giovanna Cardinali in the newly created position of director of strategy and business development.

Cardinali will be accountable for the development and implementation of the company's global commercial strategy, by overseeing the company’s sales, business development, marketing and product management functions.

She brings 20 years of air cargo and logistics experience. Since 2007, she has held various cargo sales management positions of increasing responsibilities at Emirates SkyCargo based in Italy.

Commenting on the appointment, Emanuele Vurchio, managing director of Cargo Start said: “I am delighted to welcome Giovanna to the team at a key point in the company’s growth.

"With her solid know-how, experience and enthusiasm, she will be vital as we continue our ambitious plans to strengthen our position in the international competition.”