Sakae Sagane has retired after leading Mimaki Europe since 2005
Mimaki Europe’s chairman, Sakae Sagane, who also served as executive vice president, has retired after leading the company since 2005.
Under his leadership, Mimaki Europe grew its network of dealers and distributors across the region, completed acquisitions and established Mimaki Eurasia in Turkey to more specifically address the needs within that region.
He strengthened the company’s position in signs and display graphics and textiles, while also beginning to establish a foothold in 3D printing. Annual turnover for Mimaki Europe was €46 million in 2006, growing to €125 million by the end of Mimaki’s fiscal year in March 2018, contributing more than 31% of total Mimaki turnover.
‘Mimaki Europe has truly prospered under Sagane’s leadership, as have our customers,’ said Yuji Ikeda, managing director at Mimaki Europe. ‘His vision took us from a small regional player to a force to be reckoned with in the markets we serve. We sincerely thank him for his many years of service. He will be missed.’
