Nissan’s New CEO Is No Ghosn — But That’s the Point
- Incoming CEO Uchida credited with boosting Nissan’s China unit
- Quiet, straightforward executive now has to revive entire firm
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Nissan Motor Co.’s embattled board appears to have settled on a leader that won’t be as autocratic as deposed automotive titan Carlos Ghosn nor as divisive as his successor Hiroto Saikawa.
Incoming Chief Executive Officer Makoto Uchida, 53, is well regarded within the Japanese carmaker and his experience working closely with Renault SA could help ease tensions with Nissan’s top shareholder, according to people familiar with him. The board particularly liked Uchida’s track record of producing results, most recently as head of the China business, said one of the people, who asked not to be identified discussing a private matter.