T​he ERCOFTAC General Assembly elected a new ERCOFTAC Chairperson for the two year tenure. The election took place on 10^th October 2025 during the Autumn Festival meeting in Darmstadt, Germany.

Existing ERCOFTAC Chair, Professor Dominic von Terzi handed over the role to his successor Dr David Standingford, long-standing ERCOFTAC member whose understanding of how the organization operates, along with experience and enthusiasm, will provide a different perspective and robust leadership.

New Chairperson, Dr David Standingford, thanked to his predecessor for his outstanding leadership over the past six years:

• navigation during the most challenging periods in recent history: the global COVID-19 pandemic,
• adaptation and strengthening ERCOFTAC foundations by updating its governance structure to reflect modern needs and realities,
• launching several new Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and Pilot Centres, broadening our reach and relevance across the community,
• championing diversity, equity, and inclusion within ERCOFTAC, ensuring that the role of women in fluid mechanics, turbulence, and combustion became more visible and better supported,
• supporting a new ERCOFTAC initiative: the Milton van Dyke award

“I'm honoured to take on this leadership role at such an exciting time for ERCOFTAC. Dominic’s stewardship has left the organization in great shape - navigating us through unprecedented challenges while modernising our foundations and championing diversity. I look forward to building upon the excellent work he and the entire community have accomplished.

ERCOFTAC plays a crucial role in advancing fluid mechanics, and I am committed to fostering collaboration, supporting our members, and ensuring our association continues to thrive in the years to come." - said Dr David Standingford.

New Chair emphasized that it was both an honour and a privilege to take on the role.