ATR names Leonardo’s US helicopters president as new chief executive

Vittorio Lorenzo Della Bella will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at ATR, succeeding Nathalie Tarnaud Laude. This appointment marks a significant shift for the turboprop airframer, which is jointly owned by Leonardo and Airbus. Della Bella's previous position as President of Leonardo Helicopters US demonstrates his established relationships within the aviation industry. Furthermore, ATR has also appointed a new finance head to bolster its leadership team. The move underscores ATR’s strategy to strengthen its operations under Della Bella’s guidance, focusing on continued collaboration with both parent companies.