Bell Textron Inc., a division of Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT), has proclaimed Tim Evans as the new Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa. In this capacity, Tim will spearhead Bell’s advancement across these vibrant markets, propelling the growth of its Commercial Business in this territory.
Tim steps into this position with a comprehensive background in the aerospace and defense sectors, including his tenure as an officer in the United States Army. Since initially joining Bell in 2006, Tim has effectively spearheaded various regional sales and marketing initiatives, overseeing activities in Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. He also acquired significant expertise collaborating with Africair, Inc., Bell’s Independent Representative, and held multiple senior-level roles related to government contracts and bidding processes. He has successfully secured multi-year projects via the U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) framework, establishing a strong footprint for Bell’s platforms in challenging markets.
Most recently, Tim fulfilled the role of Director of Bell 525 Business Development, where he was instrumental in crafting the global strategy and business growth for the Bell 525, recognized as the world’s most sophisticated commercial helicopter. With his support, the Bell team triumphantly welcomed Equinor as the first customer to formalize a purchase agreement, setting the stage for a new era of aircraft for energy, search and rescue, and government operations.
“I feel privileged to assume the position of Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa and lead this talented, dynamic team,” remarked Tim Evans. “Bell has achieved numerous triumphs in the region, including military training aircraft for the Royal Jordanian Air Force and the inaugural Bell 429 for offshore operations in Cameroon. I eagerly anticipate building on the remarkable efforts in augmenting Bell’s presence in the region.”
