PITTSBURGH - Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:HWM (BMV:HWM)), a leader in the aerospace and transportation industries, announced the appointment of Johan (John) Wall as the new President of its Engineered Structures division, effective April 8, 2024. Wall is set to manage all global operations and employees within the division and will be based in Cleveland, Ohio, reporting directly to John Plant, Executive Chairman and CEO of Howmet Aerospace.
John Wall brings extensive experience in the aerospace industry to his new role at Howmet Aerospace. His previous position was with Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) as President of its Aerostructures business. Over a 17-year period at PCC, Wall held various positions with increasing responsibility, including Regional Vice President of PCC Aerostructures and General Manager at Aerospace Dynamics International, among others. Prior to his tenure at PCC, Wall worked at Linamar Automotive for nine years in a range of quality-focused roles.
Wall holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Waterloo in Canada, which underpins his extensive career in the aerospace sector.
Howmet Aerospace is renowned for its advanced engineered solutions, particularly in the aerospace sector, where it specializes in jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and airframe structural components. These products are essential for the performance and efficiency of aerospace and defense applications.
The company also produces forged aluminum wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet boasts a portfolio of approximately 1,150 granted and pending patents, which support the creation of lighter and more fuel-efficient aircraft and commercial trucks, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint.
This announcement is based on a press release statement from Howmet Aerospace Inc.
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