Boeing makes leadership changes

Boeing makes leadership changes:

24 December 2019:Boeing's CEO Dennis A. Muilenburg has resigned from his position.

Grey Smith, the Chief Financial officer will serve as the interim CEO before David Calhoun will take over as Chief Executive and President effective from 13th Janauary 2020.

"On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I am pleased that Dave has agreed to lead Boeing at this critical juncture," Kellner said. He added, "Dave has deep industry experience and a proven track record of strong leadership, and he recognises the challenges we must confront. The Board and I look forward to working with him and the rest of the Boeing team to ensure that today marks a new way forward for our company."

Calhoun said, "I strongly believe in the future of Boeing and the 737 MAX. I am honored to lead this great company and the 150,000 dedicated employees who are working hard to create the future of aviation."