DHL Express Asia Pacific announces new appointments
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DHL Express Japan has appointed Tony Khan as president and representative director. With his new appointment, Khan also becomes a member of the management board of DHL Express Asia Pacific.
Khan succeeds Taketo Yamakawa, who retired in December last year. Previously, Khan served as general manager of the DHL Express’ Central Asia hub, one of three global hubs in the division’s network. Khan was also previously vice president of operations at DHL Express Japan.
Ken Lee, chief executive, DHL Express Asia Pacific, commented: “We are proud to have Khan lead the team and I am confident that his proven track record will further strengthen our position in Japan”.
Khan added: “I look forward to building on the good work of my predecessor, developing trusted relationships with our customers, employees and society, and strengthening our market-leader position”.
DHL Express has also named Chee Choong Ng as managing director of DHL Express Hong Kong and Macau.
Ng, who successes Herbert Vongpusanachai, will be in charge of leading the strategic growth and managing overall operations in Hong Kong and Macau.
Ng joined DHL Express in 2004 in a transportation manager role. His most recent position was vice president of operations in Hong Kong, in 2017.
Lee explained: “Ng’s vast experience in the industry and knowledge of the competitive and strategically significant local market will contribute exponentially to the company’s growth.”
Ng added: “I am honored to be able to lead such an amazing team, as we continue to improve our services while adapting to the evolving nature of our business”.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is Tony Khan's new role within DHL Express, and what are his responsibilities?
What is Tony Khan's new role within DHL Express, and what are his responsibilities?
Tony Khan has been appointed president and representative director of DHL Express Japan. He also joins the management board of DHL Express Asia Pacific. His responsibilities include strengthening the company's position in Japan and building relationships with customers, employees, and society.
Q.Who did Tony Khan replace in his new position at DHL Express Japan?
Who did Tony Khan replace in his new position at DHL Express Japan?
Tony Khan succeeded Taketo Yamakawa as president and representative director of DHL Express Japan. Taketo Yamakawa retired in December of last year. Khan aims to build on his predecessor's good work in the role.
Q.What previous roles has Chee Choong Ng held within DHL Express before his new appointment?
What previous roles has Chee Choong Ng held within DHL Express before his new appointment?
Chee Choong Ng joined DHL Express in 2004 as a transportation manager. His most recent previous position before becoming managing director of DHL Express Hong Kong and Macau was vice president of operations in Hong Kong, in 2017.
Q.What are the main objectives for Chee Choong Ng in his new role as managing director?
What are the main objectives for Chee Choong Ng in his new role as managing director?
As managing director of DHL Express Hong Kong and Macau, Chee Choong Ng will be responsible for leading strategic growth. He is also tasked with managing overall operations in both Hong Kong and Macau, focusing on improving services.
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