Markus Haggeney Appointed New Marketing Director of FAI

The World Air Sports Federation (FAI) have announced the appointment today of Markus Haggeney as the new Sports and Marketing Director.

The announcement follows former Sports Director Rob Hughes stepping down from his role. Haggeney has already begun in his new position.

German-born Markus Haggeney, abortion 54, adiposity has an extensive background that features the organisation of 11 editions of the Coupe Aéronautique Gordon Bennett as Event Director and of 4 high profile competitions including the 15th FAI European Hot Air Balloon Championship in Magdeburg, Germany, in 2007. He also participated as a competitor in several top ballooning competitions such as the world and European hot air balloon championships.

Over the years Markus has become a well-known figure in the air sports community through his volunteer work at the CASI (FAI Air Sport General Commission), the CIA (FAI Ballooning Commission) and the German National Aero Club. Furthermore, he worked for many years in companies active in the field of aviation, where he gained extensive experience in sales and event promotion.

FAI Secretary General Susanne Schödel said, “Markus’ experience, knowledge and enthusiasm will be a significant asset to the FAI Head Office and the FAI in general. He will be instrumental in the implementation of new marketing strategies to further enhance our sports and events.”

“I am delighted to join the team at the FAI Head Office,” Markus commented. “The potential of our sports is great and I look forward to contributing to their development.”