Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia (MMM) has announced the appointment of Takashi Sakamaki as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Effective today, Sakamaki will succeed Shinya Ikeda, who has been in the role since October 2021.
Sakamaki brings over 20 years of international experience in the automotive industry. He has held several senior positions in countries such as China, Indonesia, and Mexico. With expertise in business strategy, export operations, and market development, his past works have contributed to the company’s global growth by leading business development, managing CBU exports, and expanding OEM supply with global automakers.
Commemorating this occasion, CEO Takashi Sakamaki said, “It is an honour to take on the leadership of Mitsubishi Motors Malaysia at such a dynamic time for the automotive industry. With Mitsubishi Motors’ strong heritage in Malaysia and the dedication of our talented team, I am confident we are well-positioned to navigate emerging challenges and seize new opportunities.”
“Twenty years ago, MMM set out to redefine mobility in Malaysia. Today, we celebrate not just our journey, but the trust of every driver who chose Mitsubishi. As we look ahead, our commitment remains unwavering – to provide safety, security, and comfort that our customers and communities can trust,” he added.
Sakamaki promises that he will devote himself and the company to “awaken the adventurous spirit” within their customers while providing value and quality to drivers.
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During Shinya Ikeda’s leadership, MMM launched the sixth-generation Mitsubishi Triton and facelifted Mitsubishi XPander — the latter going on to become the best-selling non-national MPV in the country with over 50,000 units sold.
Now, Sakamaki steps in with big shoes to fill, and his first major contribution could be the introduction of new models like the Mitsubishi Destinator, developed with a strong focus on the ASEAN region.
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