HAECO Group recently appointed Richard Sell as its new Chief Executive Officer effective July 1.]. He will succeed Frank Walschot, who will remain as an advisor to the company.
As the Chief Executive Officer of HAECO, Sell will be responsible for overseeing the group’s operations and business strategy, with a focus on driving safety, quality, and operational excellence to meet the needs of its diverse global customer base.
Sell has over two decades of leadership experience in a diverse range of industries and corporate structures bringing a wealth of expertise to the new role. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Ltd (HAESL), a 50/50 joint venture between HAECO and Rolls-Royce, and is a director of Taikoo (Xiamen) Aircraft Engineering Company Ltd and Goodrich Asia-Pacific Ltd.
Prior to his current role, Sell held management positions with several Swire group companies, including Cathay Pacific Airways, Swire Pacific, The China Navigation Company, Swire Energy Services, and Swire Pacific Offshore in Hong Kong, Singapore, India and Europe. During this time, he gained experience in various sectors, including aviation, marine, retail and distribution, and was responsible for both wholly owned subsidiaries and joint ventures covering Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland.
"I am delighted to join HAECO and lead this dynamic organisation into its next phase of growth," commented Sell. "HAECO has an outstanding reputation for providing quality services and for its 'can-do' spirit. I am excited to work with the talented team to build on this legacy and to drive the company's continued success.”