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HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Nov 3, 2025)

Filed November 3, 2025For Securities:HONHONIV

Summary

Honeywell International Inc. (HON) has announced a significant leadership transition related to the planned spin-off of its Aerospace Technologies segment. Mr. James E. Currier, currently President and CEO of Aerospace Technologies, has been appointed to lead the independent, publicly traded company that will emerge from this spin-off, to be named Honeywell Aerospace. This move signals a clear leadership path for the new entity, providing continuity and experienced management for its future operations and strategic direction as a standalone business. Furthermore, Honeywell has appointed Mr. Craig Arnold, retired Chairman and CEO of Eaton Corporation, to serve as the non-executive Chairman of the Board of Directors for Honeywell Aerospace post-spin-off. Mr. Arnold has also been appointed to Honeywell's Board of Directors, effective immediately, and will stand for election at the 2026 Annual Meeting. This appointment brings a seasoned executive with extensive corporate leadership experience to both the new aerospace entity and Honeywell's current board, likely to provide valuable strategic oversight.

Key Highlights

  • 1James E. Currier, current President and CEO of Aerospace Technologies, appointed CEO of the independent Honeywell Aerospace spin-off.
  • 2Craig Arnold, former Chairman and CEO of Eaton Corporation, appointed non-executive Chairman of Honeywell Aerospace post-spin-off.
  • 3Craig Arnold appointed to Honeywell's Board of Directors, effective immediately, to stand for election in 2026.
  • 4The announcement relates to the planned spin-off of Honeywell's global aerospace business.
  • 5Mr. Arnold will receive standard compensation for non-employee directors.
  • 6The filing includes a press release dated November 3, 2025, detailing these announcements.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing announces key leadership appointments related to the planned spin-off of Honeywell's aerospace business. It details who will lead the new independent company (Honeywell Aerospace) and strengthens the governance of both the new entity and Honeywell's current board.

Mr. James E. Currier, who is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of Honeywell's Aerospace Technologies segment, has been selected to become the President and Chief Executive Officer of the independent, publicly traded Honeywell Aerospace company that will result from the spin-off.

Mr. Craig Arnold, retired Chairman and CEO of Eaton Corporation, brings extensive leadership experience. He has been appointed as the non-executive Chairman of the Board of Directors for the future Honeywell Aerospace and has also joined Honeywell's current Board of Directors. This suggests a focus on strong governance and strategic guidance for both the new entity and Honeywell during this transition.

Mr. Arnold's appointment to Honeywell's Board is effective immediately, and he will stand for election by shareowners at Honeywell's 2026 Annual Meeting.