HawkEye 360 Strengthens Strategic Presence in Japan
Appoints Hiroshi Ogawa as General Manager of Japan
Hiroshi "Henry" Ogawa has been appointed as General Manager for Japan by HawkEye 360. In this role, Ogawa will lead HawkEye 360's business and operational strategy in the region, reporting directly to Alex Fox, president of the company's International Business Unit.
"Henry's experience and credibility in the Japanese defense and aerospace sectors make him the ideal leader to drive our expansion in this strategically important region."
Alex Fox
Ogawa brings deep industry knowledge and leadership experience to HawkEye 360, having most recently served as CEO of Sumisho Aero-Systems Corporation, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Corporation and a strategic partner to HawkEye 360. He previously served as a Board Observer representing Sumitomo's investment in HawkEye 360, gaining valuable insight into the company's mission and capabilities.
"We are thrilled to welcome Henry to the HawkEye 360 team," said Fox. "Henry's experience and credibility in the Japanese defense and aerospace sectors make him the ideal leader to drive our expansion in this strategically important region. His appointment reflects our long-term commitment to delivering value to our customers in Japan and providing the leadership needed to support mission success across the Indo-Pacific."
Based in Tokyo, Ogawa will drive HawkEye 360's growth in Japan by expanding and developing new business opportunities, strengthening local partnerships, and advancing initiatives that support Japan's national security.
"I am honored to join HawkEye 360 and help bring its groundbreaking technologies to Japan," said Henry Ogawa. "My goal is to strengthen Japan's national security capabilities by ensuring key organizations have access to the critical insights enabled by HawkEye 360's RF data. I believed in this company from the start, leading Sumitomo's investment in 2018, because I was impressed by HawkEye's technology, vision, and leadership. I'm proud to be part of the team and contribute to advancing regional stability in the Indo-Pacific."