Daikin Applied has announced a number of senior executive appointments including Yu Nishiwaki as the company’s new president and CEO.
At the same time James Moe has been appointed chief operating officer and Hirokazu Hirao has become chief operating officer of manufacturing.
The appointments strengthen the company's operating model as it continues to scale its capabilities to support customers and advance its strategic priorities for fiscal year 2026 and beyond.
Nishiwaki said it is an honour to serve as president and CEO of Daikin Applied.
“Having served as COO, I've seen firsthand the talent, dedication and ingenuity of our people, and that gives me tremendous confidence in what we can accomplish together,” he said.
“From commercial buildings and healthcare facilities to schools, manufacturing operations and data centres, the demands on today's built environment are rapidly evolving. As we look ahead, we will continue strengthening customer relationships, advancing innovation and empowering our teams to deliver lasting value for the people and industries we serve."
Nishiwaki, who has served as the company's COO since 2023, will now lead the organisation in its next phase of growth.
Nishiwaki brings nearly three decades of experience with Daikin, including roles as general manager for Daikin Air Conditioning Italy and vice president of Strategic Planning for Daikin Applied Americas, giving him a deep understanding of the company's global and regional operations.
James Moe has been instrumental in driving growth and profitability since joining Daikin Applied in 2016.
In this new role, Moe will unite Daikin's Air Handling, Chiller and Applied Terminal Systems business units with his current oversight of sales, service, solutions and Alliance Air Products. This integration creates a seamless operational engine to deliver a more impactful customer experience.
"This is a pivotal moment for Daikin Applied, and I am excited to step into this new role," Moe said.
Hirao joins Daikin Applied after more than 37 years with Daikin Industries, Ltd., most recently serving as the general manager of the company's global Applied Solutions Business Division where he led efforts to expand Daikin's solutions business.