Marc Holme Joins Evolito as CTO: Driving Innovation in Axial-Flux Electric Motors

Posted on April 16, 2024 - aerospace, latest news

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Holme as the new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Evolito. This strategic move is aimed at bolstering the company’s growth trajectory in the electric aviation industry.

Marc Holme, with his impressive 24-year career in aviation, steps into the role of CTO to lead the technological advancement and future direction of the axial-flux e-motor and propulsion product line. His previous experience as the Senior Director of Engineering at Collins Aerospace, coupled with his extensive experience leading numerous aircraft system electrification programs, positions him uniquely for this role.

“I’m excited to join Evolito to continue the progression towards more sustainable aviation through electrification. The advanced electric motor technology that originated for the automotive market is being adapted and improved by Evolito to enable aerospace applications where weight, efficiency, and safety are critical. Combined with its leading motor control electronics and battery technologies, Evolito is well-positioned to reach scalable and sustainable electric aviation.”

Marc Holme, CTO, Evolito ltd

Dr. Chris Harris, CEO and co-founder of Evolito, warmly welcomed Marc to the team, expressing pride in the company’s achievements and its dedicated team. He underscored the electrification of flight as a thrilling market opportunity and affirmed Evolito’s readiness to meet this rapidly emerging demand with its innovative technology and scalability.

“The whole company is delighted to welcome Marc to the growing Evolito family. I’m extremely proud of what we have created here at Evolito, and our success is a reflection of our hugely talented and dedicated team, driven by a common passion for sustainable mobility. The electrification of flight is one of the most exciting market opportunities of our time, and Evolito’s innovative new technology and ability to scale means we are well positioned to meet this fast-emerging demand.”

Dr Chris Harris, CEO & Co-founder, Evolito

This key appointment follows a remarkable year for Evolito, which received Design Organisation Approval (DOA) from the UK Civil Aviation Authority for its electric propulsion system products in December 2023. Evolito is already collaborating with several OEM partners to develop motors and propulsion systems for a range of eVTOL, Urban Air Mobility, and fixed-wing applications, with a series of customer test flights anticipated later this year.

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