Owen McClave has been with SR Technics since 2019 when he joined as the Senior Vice President of Engine Services after he held key leadership positions at Pratt and Whitney and Lufthansa Technik in Ireland.
SR Technics, a leading Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) service provider, has announced the appointment of Owen McClave as its new CEO, effective immediately. Owen McClave, who was previously the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of SR Technics, succeeds Matthias Düllmann, who has left the company. SR Technics, headquartered in Switzerland, is a globally recognized MRO service provider with a focus on aircraft engine services and comprehensive maintenance solutions. The company plays a crucial role in supporting the aviation industry’s operational needs by ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of aircraft through its MRO services.
Owen McClave has been with SR Technics since 2019 when he joined as the Senior Vice President of Engine Services. Prior to his role at SR Technics, he held key leadership positions at Pratt and Whitney and Lufthansa Technik in Ireland. He also served as the Managing Director at Vector Aerospace UK (Airbus Helicopters). McClave holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in business from Trinity College, Dublin, and is a designated Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (FCMA).
Feng Wu, Chairman of SR Technics said, “Owen brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record in the core business of SR Technics that supports him well to lead the company through its growth process and foster further development of SR Technics as the leading Engine MRO service provider.”
As a part of the leadership transition, Owen McClave’s previous role as COO will be assumed by Ruixiang Gong, who is currently the Deputy CEO of SR Technics. Ruixiang Gong has served in various leadership positions, including Chairman of the Board at SR Technics, Vice President of Maintenance at Hainan Airlines, and General Manager of the Maintenance Department at HNA Aviation Group Co., Ltd.
Ruixiang Gong, who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, will now take on the responsibilities of COO, contributing to the continued success and growth of SR Technics.
Owen McClave, CEO, SR Technics said, “As CEO I am very proud to be the caretaker of this great Swiss company. Its heritage goes back long before me, and its future will be stronger and will live on long after me. I commit myself to above all the safety of passengers, the wellbeing of our employees, protection of the environment and the financial success of the company. We have a strong management team, an excellent product portfolio and partners who are critical to our success and we will support those partnerships in any way we can.“
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The leadership changes reflect SR Technics’ commitment to maintaining its position as a leading engine MRO service provider and further strengthening its contributions to the aviation sector. The new appointments bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the company’s leadership team, positioning SR Technics for continued success in the dynamic aerospace industry.
Question- Who is the new CEO of SR Technics?
Answer- Owen McClave, previously the COO, has been appointed the new CEO.
Question-What is the new COO’s background?
Answer-Ruixiang Gong, formerly Deputy CEO, will take on the COO role. He has experience in leadership positions within the aviation industry, including at Hainan Airlines and HNA Aviation Group.
Question- What is Owen McClave’s background and experience?
Answer- McClave joined SR Technics in 2019 and held leadership roles at Pratt & Whitney, Lufthansa Technik, and Vector Aerospace. He holds degrees from Trinity College Dublin and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
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