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HAECO appoints Richard Sell as new Chief Executive Officer

Richard Sell will assume the role of CEO for HAECO Group on July 1. 2023
Richard Sell will assume the role of CEO for HAECO Group from July 1, 2023 © HAECO Group

HAECO Group, a leading global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has appointed Richard Sell as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will assume the role on July 1, 2023, succeeding Frank Walschot, who will remain as an advisor to the company.  

With over 20 years of leadership experience in a diverse range of industries and corporate structures, Sell brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Aero Engine Services (HAESL), a 50/50 joint venture between HAECO and Rolls-Royce, and is a director of Taikoo (Xiamen) Aircraft Engineering Company and Goodrich Asia-Pacific.  

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.  

As the Chief Executive Officer of HAECO, he 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. 

“I am delighted to join HAECO and lead this dynamic organisation into its next phase of growth,” said 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.”  

Sell holds a degree from the University of Leeds and has also attended INSEAD and Stanford University Graduate School of Business. 

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