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Hiro Matsushita

Swift Engineering · United States

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-07

Hiro Matsushita is the CEO of Swift Engineering. Matsushita is based in the United States. Matsushita was born in 1961 in Nishinomiya and educated at Konan University.

Hiroyuki Matsushita , also known by Hiro Matsushita (ヒロ松下), is a Japanese businessman and former racing driver. He is the grandson of Kōnosuke Matsushita, the founder of Panasonic. In 1989, Matsushita won the Toyota Atlantic Championship (Pacific), becoming the first and only Japanese driver to do so. He was also the first Japanese driver to race in the Indy 500.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage has focused on Swift Engineering's high-altitude aircraft platform, which achieved sustained flight at extreme altitudes, with commentary exploring potential applications for global connectivity infrastructure. Earlier coverage touched on broader topics related to racing and Japanese influence in motorsports, though these appear less directly connected to current company activities.

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Born
March 14, 1961 · Nishinomiya
Citizenship
Japan
Education
Konan University
Awards
Champions Classic

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Hiro Matsushita: FAQ

What company does Hiro Matsushita lead?
Hiro Matsushita is CEO of Swift Engineering.
Where was Hiro Matsushita educated?
Hiro Matsushita studied at Konan University.