Dr. Ralf Gaffal has over 16 years of professional experience in the aviation sector and airport business. In his current position as Managing Director of Munich Airport International (MAI), a member of Munich Airport Group, he is responsible for all international activities of Munich Airport and its various subsidiaries. MAI offers consulting, management services, concession management and training services to airports, airlines and ground handlers worldwide. In 2019, MAI created Reach Airports LLC, a joint venture with Carlyle Airports Group for service delivery in US. In addition, MAI acquired an airport planning and design firm based in Berlin to complement its service portfolio. Ralf is chairman of the Board of all MAI Group companies and member of the upper management of Munich Airport. He holds a PhD in Aeronautics and a Master’s Degree in Aeronautical Engineering as well as Business Administration.