Bridgestone India recently announced that Parag Satpute, MD, Bridgestone India will be assuming a new global role in Bridgestone’s Solutions Business and will be stationed at Amsterdam, Netherlands. He will relinquish his current charge on January 1, 2023. He is succeeded by Stefano Sanchini, VP Region – Middle East & Africa, Bridgestone who will assume Satpute’s role at Bridgestone India. Sanchini will take up the position of Managing Director, Bridgestone India and will be based out of Pune, India.
During the announcement, Sanchini, said, “I am looking forward to working in India. India is one of the most diverse markets and it comes with its own challenges which the current team has remarkably addressed. As we move into new technologies and mobility solutions, the Indian market is going to be a focus area and I am happy to be here as we spread out these solutions to the vast Indian customer base.”
On his move into a global role Satpute, expressed, “It has been an enriching experience heading Bridgestone India and working alongside a dedicated team that saw Bridgestone India gain leadership in the Indian market. The last few years have been as rewarding as they have been challenging and I am pleased to see the fruit of our efforts. I am also excited and looking forward to contributing towards Bridgestone’s ambitions as a global leader in mobility solutions.”
