Satoshi Uchida Succeeds Koichiro Hirao as the New Head of Suzuki Motorcycle India

The two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL) Japan has named Satoshi Uchida as its new company Head. This is part of the SMC’s global revamp, the company revealed. Satoshi would succeed Koichiro Hirao.

Satoshi is well aware of the Indian market and has worked at Suzuki Motorcycle India and as Deputy Executive General Manager - Motorcycle Operations (India/West Asia/Africa) at Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan in the past. In his last role, he was served in the US, the company states.

Satoshi says, "This company (SMIPL) has always been very close to my heart. In fact, India is one of the largest manufacturers of two wheelers in the world. For us at Suzuki, it offers immense opportunities for growth and it will be my endeavour once again to further consolidate our base here in India.”

Satoshi brings in more than 30 years of experience across various global markets and would be responsible of exploring new avenues for growth and will look to further reinforce SMIPL's position in the Indian market. Across the various two-wheeler markets worldwide, Satoshi has always been known for his leadership skills, business strategy and above all for the passion and commitment towards brand of Suzuki Motorcycle, the company states.