GLOBAL ATS - Key Persons
David Marshall, our Director of Operations, joined Global ATS in 2025, following a successful period at our sister company Micro Nav, where David took on the role of Director of ATC Services in 2021. His expertise spans area, approach, and aerodrome disciplines, developed through roles with the Royal Air Force and NATS at major UK airports including Heathrow and Gatwick. Dave's extensive background includes positions as Watch Manager, Head of ATC Training, and involvement in global safety and change programs. A dedicated family man and enthusiastic Scotland rugby supporter, Dave enjoys following the team's pursuits around the globe.
Marcus brings over 20 years of experience to Global ATS, having assumed various leadership roles, including IT Manager, Compliance Manager, General Manager, and Commercial Director. He took the helm as Managing Director in 2019 following the company's acquisition by the Quadrant Group. Despite obstacles presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, Marcus, supported by the management team, have overseen substantial growth in both UK and ICAO training sectors.
Job Titles:
- Regulations & Compliance Manager
Paul has over 27 years experience as an ATCO having held both Aerodrome and Approach Radar ratings. Twenty years of his ATC experience was spent at East Midlands Airport where he spent ten years as the ANS Manager. Paul joined Global ATS in 2023 as Director of Training. This was a new role created to specifically oversee the UK and International training operation at Global ATS. His background and knowledge of the industry will help Global to deliver the best training experience for all students.
Joining the company in 2005 as a Simulator Operator, Ric has subsequently accumulated huge experience with our courses and the technology that brings them to life. Having previously held a position as IT Manager, his current responsibilities as Product Manager are to drive the modernisation of data flows and intelligence gathering relating to learner performance and their journey through our training packages.