Hexagon MI Names New Japan President to Boost Smart Manufacturing

In a strategic move to strengthen its position in Japan's manufacturing sector, Hexagon's Manufacturing Intelligence division (Hexagon MI) has merged four of its Japanese subsidiaries effective July 1, 2025. The consolidation combines DP Technology Japan, Volume Graphics, Hexagon Metrology, and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence (formerly Vero Software) under the Hexagon MI brand.

The merger represents more than an organizational restructuring—it's a deliberate fusion of complementary technologies in precision measurement, industrial metrology, and manufacturing software solutions. By integrating these specialized capabilities, Hexagon aims to create comprehensive digital manufacturing solutions for Japanese clients facing rapid industry transformation.

Concurrent with the merger, Hexagon MI Japan announced a leadership change. Industry veteran Nozomu Ikeya assumes the role of Representative Director and President, succeeding Masao Konno. Ikeya brings 35 years of international B2B experience, with particular expertise in guiding technology companies through market transitions.

Konno will continue to contribute to Hexagon's strategy as Representative Director and President of MSC Software, overseeing computer-aided engineering (CAE) operations across Japan and South Korea.

Industry analysts identify several strategic motivations for the merger:

Operational Efficiency: The consolidation eliminates redundant functions across subsidiaries, allowing optimized resource allocation and reduced administrative overhead.

Technology Synergy: Combining specialized measurement technologies with manufacturing software creates more robust solutions for smart factory applications.

Innovation Acceleration: The unified structure facilitates faster development of integrated digital twin and automation solutions demanded by Industry 4.0 transformations.

Client-Centric Approach: A single point of contact simplifies client interactions while providing access to Hexagon's complete manufacturing intelligence portfolio.

The reorganization coincides with two significant anniversaries for Hexagon: 25 years since incorporating measurement technologies into its portfolio and 50 years of Manufacturing Intelligence operations in Japan. This timing underscores the company's long-term commitment to the Japanese manufacturing sector.

Paul Rogers, President of Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence for the U.S. and Asia Pacific regions, emphasized that the leadership transition and organizational changes will strengthen Hexagon's ability to support Japanese manufacturers in their digital transformation initiatives.

Hexagon MI's solutions span the entire manufacturing value chain—from design and engineering to production and quality control—encompassing 3D measurement systems, industrial computed tomography, coordinate measuring machines, and advanced CAD/CAM software.