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Dr. Thomas Van Asch is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Transport and Regional Economics, University of Antwerp, while concurrently teaching at Antwerp Management School and AP University College Antwerp. He also serves as Corporate Development Manager at Brussels Airlines (Lufthansa Group), where he drives strategic initiatives, growth projects, and operational efficiency improvements.
His academic qualifications include:
- PhD in Applied Economics from the University of Antwerp (2020)
- Master's degree in Applied Economics
- Master's degree in Air Transport Management
Van Asch's research centers on air transport economics with specialized focus on air freight competitiveness and European airport strategic positioning. His expertise bridges theoretical transport economics with practical aviation industry applications, particularly in cargo logistics and infrastructure development. At Antwerp Management School, he teaches core courses in the Master in Maritime and Air Transport Management and Master in Air Transport Management programs, integrating real-world airline strategy perspectives from his Brussels Airlines role.
No scientific awards or honors are documented in available sources.
While no formal advisees or research grants are publicly listed, his dual academic-industry position enables direct translation of research into airline strategic development. His work exemplifies the convergence of transport economics theory and aviation industry practice, particularly in European cargo hub optimization.
