Jaguar Land Rover Korea (JLR Korea) appointed Magnus Hansson, who has led its Japan operations since 2013, as chief executive, giving him responsibility for both countries’ businesses.
A Swedish national, Hansson has more than 25 years of automotive experience. His career dates to 2000, when he joined Saab; later assignments at Nissan and Infiniti covered Asia-Pacific and global markets. He has also held leadership posts in Europe, North America and Asia.
JLR Korea said Hansson’s experience in Japan and other markets would support its effort to keep growing in South Korea. He said he would work with retail partners in Korea to strengthen the brand and customer experience.
“I am honored to take on this new role and lead JLR’s next phase of growth in Korea,” Hansson said.
Robin Colgan, who is leaving the Korea chief executive role, will become JLR’s director of communications, insights and design.
