Dematic, a global leader in supply chain automation, has recently (effective since April 2026) named Enno Scharphuis to the role of managing director for EMEA. “Enno has demonstrated a clear commitment to our customers, employees and strategic direction, and I am confident he will lead the EMEA organisation with focus, accountability and ambition,” said Mike Larsson, president at Dematic and KION Executive Board member. The company says Scharphuis brings extensive international leadership experience and a strong track record of driving business performance, operational execution and organisational development. Prior to joining Dematic in September 2025, Scharphuis had a long career at global technology and service supplier Bosch and his most recent roles included CEO and general manager at Robert Bosch Manufacturing Solutions GmbH and president of the Assembly Technology business unit at Bosch Rexroth AG, a provider of industrial solutions. He holds a degree in mechanical engineering from Germany’s RWTH Aachen University. Scharphuis is based at the German head office for Dematic in Heusenstamm, outside Frankfurt am Main. Scharphuis commented: “I am looking forward to supporting our customers in creating efficient and productive supply chain solutions together with a strong Dematic and KION team. Intelligent solutions and warehouse automation play a key role in making European operations more competitive and resilient. Ishida Europe has announced the appointment of Takayo Motegi as its new Managing Director, succeeding Dave Tiso, who has led the business since 2015. Takayo Motegi brings over 30 years of sales experience within the Ishida Group to the role, with a deep understanding of the food industry and Ishida’s global operations, customer-focused culture, and long-term strategic vision. The appointment sees Dave Tiso take the role of Chairman where he will continue to provide the same calibre of strategic guidance to the business that saw him oversee successive record years of performance during his 11-year tenure as managing director. Having held a number of senior leadership positions within the business, including six years as managing director of Ishida Thailand, Takayo has built a strong reputation for driving growth through customer connection and engagement. As a result, Takayo has developed an in-depth understanding of the challenges faced by businesses operating across the entire breadth of the food manufacturing and packaging industry. In his new role, Takayo will be responsible for implementing the Japaneseheadquartered business’s global strategy across EMEA, while further enhancing the company’s ability to respond to the ever-evolving requirements for automated weighing, packing and quality control solutions, supporting Industry 4.0 and next generation manufacturing needs. Leading international systems integrator, ITI Group has announced the appointment of Gail Hunter as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In her new role, Hunter is responsible for delivering the full commercial strategy of the ITI Group offering, providing industrial technology solutions to a broad base of sectors from manufacturing to civil and nuclear defence. As Chief Revenue Officer, Hunter’s remit is to provide alignment of sales and marketing around a single growth agenda, building a predictable pipeline, and ensuring the right people, processes, and data are in place to scale revenue sustainably and turn commercial ambition www.hpmag.co.uk HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS July/August 2026 41 ITI Group strengthens C-Suite appointing Gail Hunter as Chief Revenue Officer Takayo Motegi appointed MD of Ishida Europe into consistent measurable results. Dominic Murphy, ITI Group CEO said of the appointment :“Gail brings a wealth of talent to ITI Group and her depth of industry knowledge and experience will spearhead our next phase of growth as ITI Group continues to expand its customer base, vertical expertise and geographic footprint. Her drive and ambition for the company is refreshing and will continue to build on the impressive heritage of ITI Group.” Speaking of the appointment, Hunter commented, “This is a fantastic time to be joining a company with the ability to deliver transformational change with such an impressive track record in supporting national critical infrastructure. There are many external factors driving change in manufacturing, energy, defence and utilities as well as technological developments allowing us to help clients meet these challenges and unlock more value throughout their organisations.” Takayo Motegi (L), Dave Tiso (R) Enno Scharphuis new head of EMEA for Dematic NEW FACES
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