JEDA Announces New Board Members for Joint European Drone Associations
The Joint European Drone Associations (JEDA) has announced its new board lineup. Julie Garland of Ireland has been re-elected as Chair for a second term, continuing to lead the association's advocacy work in Brussels. Achim Friedl remains Honorary Chair, while new board members from Italy, Switzerland, Sweden, France, Bulgaria, and Spain join the incoming leadership.
Highlights
- Julie Garland (Ireland) has been re-elected as JEDA Chair for a second consecutive term, continuing Brussels-based EU drone policy advocacy.
- Achim Friedl retains the role of JEDA Honorary Chair in the new board configuration.
- The new board includes Vice-Chairs Nicola Nizzoli (Italy) and Nathanel Apter (Switzerland), Secretary General Isabelle Nyroth (Sweden), and members from France, Bulgaria, and Spain.
- Outgoing board members Philippe Boyadjis, Vidmantas Kairys, Stefan Hristozov, and Laurent Geeraerts were recognised for their service to JEDA.
- JEDA represents the European drone industry at EU level, advocating for regulatory frameworks that support the sector's development.
The Joint European Drone Associations (JEDA) has formally announced its new board of directors, reaffirming the organization's commitment to maintaining momentum in EU-level policy advocacy.
Julie Garland Re-elected as Chair
Julie Garland (Ireland) has been re-elected to serve a second term as Chair. Under her leadership, JEDA's policy advocacy activities in Brussels have continued to deepen, with the organization focusing on "ensuring continuity of legacy" as a core strategic objective. Achim Friedl will continue in his role as JEDA Honorary Chair.
New Board Composition
The incoming board is composed of the following members:
- Vice-Chairs: Nicola Nizzoli (Italy), Nathanel Apter (Switzerland)
- Secretary General: Isabelle Nyroth (Sweden)
- Board Members: Erwan Savio (France), Kalin Stoyanov (Bulgaria), Sergio David Díaz Martínez (Spain)
Outgoing Members Recognised
JEDA also expressed its gratitude to outgoing board members Philippe Boyadjis, Vidmantas Kairys, Stefan Hristozov, and Laurent Geeraerts for their contributions and dedication during their respective terms.
As a leading representative body for the European drone industry, JEDA continues to actively advocate for drone-friendly regulatory frameworks at the EU level. Under its new board, the association is expected to further strengthen its influence in shaping European drone policy.
Image: Chair Julie Garland (JEDA)
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