Ida Named New President of Isuzu

Yoshinori Ida became the new president and chief operating officer of Isuzu Motors Limited on December 14.

Ida, 57, had been serving as a managing director in charge of domestic sales, engineering, General Motors (GM) affairs and portfolio integration. He replaces Takeshi Inoh, who became vice chairman and director in charge of customer satisfaction.

Speaking at a news conference in Tokyo on December 12, Ida said he will vigorously pursue the company's current business plan, which he helped to create.

Ida also stated that he intends to further strengthen Isuzu's ties with GM through a variety of ongoing global projects, including worldwide purchasing.

Kazuhira Seki continues to serve as Isuzu's chairman and chief executive officer.

Kazuhira Seki
Chairman, Rep. Director and CEO

Yoshinori Ida
President, Rep. Director and COO

Takeshi Inoh
Vice Chairman and Director