QOCO Systems welcomes Vesa Paukkeri and Emma Aidanpää-Salmi to the board as the company continues its aggressive growth within the aviation maintenance industry. The addition follows an announcement to increase staff with over 30% in H1 2025 to cater to high demand and new business opportunities.
ESPOO, Finland (April 3rd, 2025) QOCO Systems, is delighted to announce that seasoned aviation industry professional Vesa Paukkeri and global enterprise SaaS professional Emma Aidanpää-Salmi are joining its board of directors.
Paukkeri has had a long successful career stretching from Vice President & COO at Finnair Engine Services to CEO and now CCO at CTS Engines based in Fort Lauderdale (FL). He will bring deep industry knowledge, especially related to the engine-side of aviation maintenance operations.
“I was immediately struck by their innovative approach to solving some of the industry’s most pressing issues, such as resource shortages and lack of modern digitalization, especially in costly engine maintenance. They bring a much needed fresh approach to maintenance technology, where simplicity meets innovation. The savings potential is immense with QOCO’s products”, says Vesa Paukkeri. “I hope I can bring new insights into the company strategy and facilitate their international expansion. The ambition is there”, Paukkeri adds.
Emma Aidanpää-Salmi is a seasoned revenue leader with over a decade of experience in global enterprise SaaS. She has played a key role in the success of RELEX Solutions, one of Finland’s leading software companies. Valued at $5 billion, RELEX Solutions is a global leader in supply chain and retail optimization. As Vice President of Sales for EMEA North & CEE, Manufacturing, she spearheads growth strategies and leads a high-performing sales team, accelerating RELEX’s expansion in key markets.
"I was truly impressed by the exceptional talent, ambitious growth plans, and strong product strategy at QOCO. The company has a unique market position, focused on delivering maximum value to its clients. I look forward to contributing my expertise from a decade in hypergrowth Enterprise SaaS to help drive QOCO’s international expansion,” says Aidanpää-Salmi.
QOCO Systems’ current team includes 60 people representing 14 different nationalities, operating in Finland, Ireland, Germany, and the UK. The company prides itself on its ability to attract and onboard skilled experts from different countries and cultures. Going forward, QOCO Systems’ strategic focus will be in Europe, Middle East and North America. In the US, the company already has an existing client relationship with Endeavor Air, a subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. QOCO Systems is also in negotiations with various clients in other regions around the globe and recently announced a partnership with Czech Airlines Technics.
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Matti Nevala, CEO
QOCO Systems
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