MAAS Aviation, globally recognised for delivering aircraft painting and exterior coatings services, has announced changes to its senior team, the company said in Dublin, Maastricht and Kaunas on 26 October 2026. Aviation professional Edwin Poldermans has been appointed Head of MRO, while Mark Gidman, Group Chief Operating Officer, prepares to step away from the business after 36 years of service.

Poldermans brings more than 30 years of aviation and aerospace experience to MAAS, having held senior roles at Fokker Techniek, GKN Fokker and the Netherlands Aerospace Group. Gidman has played a central role in shaping the business and will remain involved with MAAS as a shareholder and special advisor, with management of day-to-day operations passing to Poldermans.

“With deep expertise in MRO operations, safety, quality and business growth, Edwin combines a hands-on, people-focused approach with strong commercial and operational leadership,” said Danny Hakker, MAAS CEO. “His ability to build high-performing teams and scalable operations will be a great asset as MAAS continues to grow the MRO side of its aircraft painting business.”

“I’m very pleased to be joining MAAS at an important stage in its development,” said Poldermans. “With a strong operational foundation and talented teams across Europe, we are well positioned to build on our capabilities and respond to the evolving needs of our customers, airlines, OEMs and private jet owner/operators. I look forward to working with the team to drive continued operational excellence, develop our people and deliver the high standards our customers expect as we grow the business.”

MARK GIDMAN’S 36 YEARS WITH MAAS

“As a key figure in MAAS’ early development, Mark has been instrumental in expanding the network of sites we operate today,” said Hakker. “His keen eye for quality, commitment to customer service, and genuine care for his teams have helped define the values and standards that underpin MAAS today. We are immensely grateful for Mark’s remarkable contribution and for the leadership, integrity, and dedication he continues to bring to the business.”

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at MAAS and feel incredibly fortunate to have worked alongside so many talented and dedicated people across the business,” said Gidman. “It has been a privilege to see the Company grow and evolve over the years, and I am extremely proud of all that we have achieved together.”

Note: MAAS Aviation provides aircraft painting and exterior coatings services for OEMs, airlines, private owners and operators, leasing companies and MRO operators from thirteen paint shops for narrow-body and regional aircraft, capable of handling up to 580 aircraft per year, across facilities in the Netherlands, Germany, Lithuania and the USA.