Sakura Kuma joins APM Terminals as new CEO of terminal operations in Japan

APM Terminals has appointed Sakura Kuma (pictured above) as the new chief executive of its Japan operations.

“She will play a key role in the acceleration of our strategic transformation and lead the development of our business at the recently expanded Minami Honmoku terminals (MC1-4) in Yokohama,” said Tim Smith, head of terminals, Asia at APM Terminals.

Prior to joining APM Terminals, Ms Kuma held several leadership positions within marketing and sales, business development and corporate management at NYK.

“With nearly two decades ...