Nippon Koei India has announced a significant leadership transition following its recent Annual General Meeting. The company has appointed G Sampath Kumar as its first-ever Indian Managing Director, marking a historic milestone in the organization’s journey.
Landmark Leadership Transition
Kumar, who has been an integral part of Nippon Koei India for over a decade as a Director, succeeds Katsuya Fukasaku, who will now transition to the role of Chairman. This leadership change reflects the company’s growing commitment to fostering local leadership and deepening its presence in India.
In addition to Kumar’s appointment, the company also welcomed Tetsuto Nakano and Takuya Nakagawa as new Directors, further strengthening its leadership team with diverse expertise and a global outlook.
Company Statement on the Appointment
In an official LinkedIn post, Nippon Koei India stated:
“We are especially proud to announce that G Sampath Kumar has been appointed as the first-ever Indian Managing Director of Nippon Koei India – a proud moment in our company’s history. We also extend a warm welcome to our newly appointed Directors, who bring deep expertise and global perspective to strengthen our leadership team.”
Experienced Leadership for Future Growth
G Sampath Kumar, an alumnus of IIT-BHU, brings more than 35 years of experience in civil engineering and IT consultancy. His extensive industry knowledge and leadership capabilities are expected to guide Nippon Koei India through its next phase of growth and innovation.
This leadership shift comes at a pivotal time as the company looks to deepen its operations in India and expand its impact in infrastructure development, engineering, and consultancy services.
