Paris, France, 12 January 2026 – CCE Group, a global aerospace equipment platform specializing in cabin and cargo solutions, has appointed Orlando Gaete as Chief Executive Officer of Driessen Catering Equipment, effective 12 January 2026. Orlando will be based at Driessen’s headquarters in Alkmaar, the Netherlands, and will also join the CCE Group Executive Committee.
Orlando succeeds Jerry van Vive, who is retiring after more than two decades with Driessen. During his tenure, Jerry led the company through key phases of growth, transformation, and integration, helping to establish Driessen as the global leader in onboard catering equipment.
Klaus Hofmann, Group CEO of CCE Group, said: “Jerry played an important role in building the strong foundation Driessen has today, and I would like to thank him for his contribution over many years. Looking ahead, Orlando is a natural successor who brings strong operational leadership and a deep understanding of airline environments. His appointment ensures continuity while positioning Driessen for its next phase of development.”
Orlando joins Driessen with extensive senior-level experience across airline and cargo operations, most recently serving as Head of Global Cargo Operations at Qatar Airways, one of the world’s largest airline groups. His background spans global network operations, asset management, performance optimization, and large-scale transformation initiatives in highly demanding operating environments.
Orlando Gaete commented: “Driessen is a company I have long respected for its engineering capability, operational reliability, and close partnership with airline customers. I am honored to take on this role and to build on the strong foundation already in place. My focus will be on streamlining our operations, deepening customer centricity, and empowering our teams to deliver high-performing onboard catering solutions that airlines can rely on day in and day out – while continuing to actively shape the future of our industry.”
Under Orlando’s leadership, Driessen will continue to execute its product roadmap, strengthen its operational foundations, and support airline customers with reliable, lightweight, smart, and scalable solutions. The appointment also supports CCE Group’s broader strategy of uniting best-in-class niche leaders into a global aerospace platform while preserving the operational independence and expertise of each company.
Jerry and Orlando will work closely together during a structured transition period to ensure continuity and a smooth handover.
About CCE Group
CCE Group is a global aerospace equipment platform headquartered in Paris, France, with operations in the United States, the Netherlands, Finland, and Thailand. The Group brings together market-leading businesses in cabin and cargo equipment, uniting exceptional niche leaders into a global aerospace platform while preserving what makes each company unique.
CCE Group’s portfolio includes Driessen Catering Equipment, the market leader in onboard catering equipment; Icebridge, a specialist in onboard cooling solutions for airline catering; AviusULD, a global leader in unit load devices and cargo digital services; and Trip & Co, a specialist in advanced air cargo protection systems.
About Driessen Catering Equipment
Driessen Catering Equipment is the global market leader in onboard catering equipment for the aviation industry. With more than 85 years of experience, Driessen designs and manufactures galley equipment solutions that combine lightweight engineering, operational reliability, and long-term durability.
Trusted by airlines, caterers, and OEM partners worldwide, Driessen’s portfolio includes full-size and half-size trolleys, containers, and integrated galley solutions designed to perform consistently in demanding airline environments.
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