Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida to step down on April 1, planning officer Espinosa named successor
- Makoto Uchida was sacked by Nissan on Tuesday after the brand failed to secure a merger with Honda that would have ensured its survival.
- Nissan named chief planning officer Ivan Espinosa as Uchida's successor, part of cuts across the boardroom.
- The company announced a renewed leadership line-up to meet its short- and midterm objectives while positioning for long-term growth.
- Nissan's new management will take effect on April 1, 2025, when the new financial year begins in Japan.
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Struggling automaker Nissan names Ivan Espinosa as new CEO
Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan announced on Tuesday that chief executive Makoto Uchida would step down, a move that follows the failure of merger talks with rival Honda. Ivan Espinosa, who will take the top job from April, told reporters he wanted to continue Uchida's work "to help Nissan shine again".…
Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan replaces CEO
TOKYO, Japan – Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan announced on Tuesday that chief executive Makoto Uchida would step down, a move that follows the failure of merger talks with rival Honda. Ivan Espinosa, who will take the top job from April, told reporters he wanted to continue Uchida’s work “to help Nissan shine again”. “I sincerely
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