Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida Receives Honorary Award from the United Kingdom
In a testament to his enduring contributions to the automotive industry and international business, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.’s president and CEO, Makoto Uchida, has been honored with the prestigious title of Honorary Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE). This accolade, bestowed by His Majesty King Charles III, recognizes Uchida’s pivotal role in fostering robust business relations between the United Kingdom and Japan.
Upon receiving the award, Uchida expressed his profound gratitude: “I am deeply humbled and sincerely thankful to receive this honor from His Majesty King Charles III. The relationship between Nissan and the UK began 40 years ago and today it continues to be very strong. The honor of this award goes to our Nissan employees around the world and in the UK, where Nissan is proud to design, engineer, and build vehicles. I thank them for all their efforts and for inspiring with their dedication and innovation.”
Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida Receives Honorary Award from the United Kingdom
Nissan’s commitment to the UK dates back to 1984 when it established its production site in Sunderland, which commenced operations in 1986. This facility has grown to become the largest plant in the history of the UK car industry. It plays a crucial role in Nissan’s global operations, supported by international design and R&D facilities in London and Cranfield, a parts center in Lutterworth, and Sales and Marketing operations in Rickmansworth. Nissan’s UK operations employ 7,000 people and support an additional 30,000 jobs within the supply chain.
In 2023, Uchida visited Sunderland to announce the production of three new electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK. These include the next generation Nissan LEAF and future electric versions of the Nissan Qashqai and Nissan Juke, under the ambitious Nissan EV36Zero blueprint for EV manufacturing. This initiative underscores Nissan’s commitment to sustainable mobility and innovation, aligning with global trends toward electrification and environmental responsibility.
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