Alvin Liu in his new role at Boeing China will be managing relationships with key officials and partners, and overseeing education and community-outreach initiatives throughout the country.
The Boeing Company has announced the appointment of Alvin Liu as the president of Boeing China, effective from September 1. Liu, who had been serving as the interim president since July 10, will be taking over the role from his predecessor Sherry Carbary, who is set to retire after a distinguished 34-year career with Boeing. In his new capacity, Liu will be responsible for driving Boeing’s growth and partnership strategies in one of the company’s largest commercial markets. He will be based in Beijing and will report to Dr. Brendan Nelson AO, the president of Boeing Global.
Before taking on the role of Boeing China president, Liu had been leading the company’s Government Operations team in China. His responsibilities encompassed managing relationships with key officials and partners, as well as overseeing education and community-outreach initiatives throughout the country.
Brendan Nelson AO, President, Boeing Global said, “China continues to be of critical importance to The Boeing Company and we are very fortunate to have Alvin lead our efforts here and build on the great partnership with our Chinese customers and other stakeholders.” He highlighted Liu’s deep understanding of the Chinese market, given his over 20 years of senior leadership experience in the region Alvin has a unique understanding and deep appreciation of this market based on more than 20 years of senior leadership experience here.”
Liu’s extensive leadership background in China includes positions such as vice chairman of Ford’s Greater China Operations and vice president and general counsel of Ford’s International Market Group. He has also held leadership roles at Chrysler and DaimlerChrysler AG. Alvin Liu’s appointment comes at a crucial juncture, further strengthening Boeing’s commitment to its partnership with China and its pivotal role in the dynamic aerospace landscape of the region.
“I am honored and excited for the opportunity to help expand on the incredible, 50-plus-year foundation of success and partnership that Boeing has built in China,” said Alvin Liu, president, Boeing China. “Nearly 8,500 new airplanes, and $550 billion in commercial services, will be needed over the next 20 years in China and I am committed to making sure our team is ready to support our customers and meet that demand, he further added.”
The Boeing Company is commemorating the 50th anniversary of the introduction of Boeing aircraft to China, which followed President Richard Nixon’s historic visit to the country. Boeing aircraft have since become integral to China’s commercial air travel and cargo infrastructure, with the Chinese aerospace sector playing a role in various Boeing commercial airplane models.
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Boeing’s engagement in China significantly contributes to the country’s economy, with an annual direct support of over $1.5 billion. This includes various aspects such as procurement from Boeing’s extensive supply chain, joint venture revenues, operations, training, and investment in research and development.
