Toshiaki Higashihara is the CEO of Hitachi. Higashihara is based in Japan. Higashihara was born in 1955 and educated at University of Tokushima.
Toshiaki Higashihara joined Hitachi in 1977 after graduating with a degree in electrical engineering from Tokushima University. He served as CEO from 2016 to 2024 and currently serves as Chairman, having led significant restructuring efforts focused on IT and IoT sectors.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Toshiaki Higashihara has focused on Hitachi's strategic transformation efforts, including the company's acceleration of digital transformation initiatives and its efforts to sustain a culture of innovation and challenge. Earlier reporting highlighted Higashihara's concerns about geopolitical and market conditions, including challenges in the UK rail manufacturing sector and competitive pressures from Chinese rivals, while also documenting the company's portfolio rationalization through major divestments and international expansion strategies.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- 1955
- Citizenship
- Japan
- Education
- University of Tokushima
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