Shigeki Iwama takes over as CEO of Honda India Power Products

Honda India Power Products Limited (HIPP) has announced the appointment of Shigeki Iwama as its new President, effective from April 1, 2023. He will succeed Takahiro Ueda's legacy to steer Honda India Power Products in its next phase of growth.

Iwama has had an impressive career trajectory during his long-standing journey of close to 20 years with Honda Motor Company, specializing in the power products business. He recently held the position of President at Honda Motor Europe's Central Europe branch (Austria), from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure, he led the entire Central Europe branch, overseeing Sales and Marketing operations in the Power products, Car, Motorcycle, and Spare parts business.

He also has an extensive background and commendable expertise in the power products industry. He previously served as Department Manager at Honda Motor Japan and as General Manager of the Power Products Department at Honda South America.

Iwama stated, “In terms of demand for power products, India stands at 4^th rank in the world demonstrating a huge opportunity driven by a resolute focus on agriculture, construction mechanization, a steady infrastructure boost and impetus to the power and EV sector. With opportunity comes a responsibility to incorporate innovation and sustainability in our product offerings to make them future-ready. To support the Indian Government's efforts, HIPP will continue with its eco-friendly approach across our product line-up. In this new role, our efforts will be focused on harnessing the unwavering potential posed by the Indian market, all while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence."

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