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Dr. Pere Suau-Sánchez is a Senior Lecturer (part-time since 2018) in Air Transport Management at Cranfield University, with a dual affiliation as a Professor at the Open University of Catalonia. His expertise spans airline and airport strategy, focusing on connectivity, sustainability, and business models. He holds a PhD in Economic Geography (Autonomous University of Barcelona, 2011) and has conducted research at the Worldwide Scientific Network for Aviation Research and Policy in Amsterdam (2008–2010).
- Current roles: Cranfield University (part-time), Open University of Catalonia
- Past roles: Graduate Faculty at Central Washington University (2022–2023), Observatory of Urbanization (2006–2007)
Research interests emphasize airline networks, airport sustainability, and digital transformation. He has contributed to projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council, Spanish Ministry of Science, and Catalan Government. His work explores topics like gender diversity in aviation leadership, climate impact of airport slots, and long-haul electric flight feasibility.
Publications span over 50 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Journal of Air Transport Management and Transportation Research Part D. His recent work addresses post-pandemic aviation recovery, digital maturity in airports, and passenger behavior during crises.
- Notable collaborations: Projects with the Norwegian Research Council, European Commission, and EPSRC-funded initiatives
- Key focus areas: Airline efficiency, airport resilience, and sustainable aviation technologies
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Cranfield’s Centre for Air Transport Management, contributing to interdisciplinary transport systems research.