Healthcare Industry News: Microscopy
News Release - April 17, 2007
Mr. Yoshinobu Ishikawa Appointed President and CEO of Nikon Instruments Inc.
MELVILLE, N.Y., April 17 (HSMN NewsFeed) -- Nikon Instruments Inc., (www.nikoninstruments.com) today announced the appointment of Mr. Yoshinobu Ishikawa to President and Chief Executive Officer. Ishikawa will be in charge of all Nikon Instruments divisions in North America and Latin America.Ishikawa most recently served as President and CEO of Nikon Instruments Europe and has also held key management positions at Nikon Instruments UK, as well as the International Sales Department in Japan. "Mr. Ishikawa's experience in global instruments management has proven to be a valuable resource and he comes to Nikon Instruments Inc. at a time of significant growth opportunities," said Toshiyuki Masai, outgoing president.
Mr. Masai will now assume the position of Chairman of Nikon Instruments Inc. and will continue in his current role as President and CEO of Nikon Inc.
About Nikon Instruments Inc.
Nikon Instruments Inc. is a global leader in the development of advanced optical technology. Its product line includes Microscopy equipment, digital imaging, precision measuring and semiconductor wafer-handling equipment. Nikon is committed to providing technologically advanced instruments that offer optimal versatility, performance and productivity. Nikon combines state- of-the-art capabilities with innovative designs to produce optically superior, ergonomically friendly products for cutting-edge scientific research, medical and industrial applications. For more information visit the Nikon website at www.nikoninstruments.com Product related inquiries can be directed to Nikon Instruments at 800-52-NIKON.
Source: Nikon Instruments
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