Masaru Tamagawa, new President of Sony Europe

Masaru Tamagawa has been appointed as the new President of Sony Europe, with effect from the 1 July 2012, replacing Fujio Nishida, who will become executive chairman of the European subsidiary of the Japanese company.

Sony Europe announced the appointment of Masaru Tamagawa as the company's new president, Cash from 1 July 2012. The current president, Fujio Nishida, to become Executive Chairman of Sony Europe, to oversee the transformation programme currently being implemented across Sony's consumer electronics activities in Europe, as well as to ensure a smooth transition process.

Tamagawa has been CEO of Sony India since 2007, responsibility in which you have been able to monitor the growth of the company, increasing profits and ensuring the maintenance of the largest share of India's electronics market. He previously also directed Sony Gulf., based in Dubai. He is also a strong and decisive supporter of 'One Sony' and the convergence process., Leveraging the unique strengths of the company's electronics and entertainment divisions.

The new president and CEO of Sony Corporation, Kazuo Hirai, Said: "Europe is one of Sony's most important markets. Although uncertainties about the Euro and economic instability have had a major impact on sales in recent years, The great experience, Masaru Tamagawa's power of initiative and dedication at the forefront of marketing and sales activities will help us overcome today's challenging business environment and return Sony Europe to the path of growth.". "At the same time, Fujio Nishida's wealth of experience and leadership ability will ensure the successful completion of the many vital transformation measures he has introduced., as well as a smooth transition process", added Hirai.

Masaru Tamagawa commented: "I look forward to addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the European market and building a relationship of trust with suppliers and customers at Sony".

Fujio Nishida, for his part, Said: "Masaru Tamagawa has an impeccable track record of building successful activities and strong teams to empower, from start to finish, the growth and efficiency of any activity".

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