Yokohama, Japan – [22/09/2025] – AESC Group, a global leader in high-performance electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage system (ESS) batteries, today announced the appointment of David Wan as Chief Executive Officer of AESC Group.

David brings more than two decades of leadership experience in the technology sector, with a proven track record of guiding organizations through growth and transformation. Former CEO Shoichi Matsumoto will continue to play an important leadership role at AESC, serving as CEO of AESC Japan and overseeing the company’s operations in its home market.

“David’s appointment ensures continuity in AESC’s long-term strategy while adding fresh momentum to the next phase of our global journey,” said Lei Zhang, Chairman of Envision Group, Chairman of the Board at AESC. “Under David’s leadership, we will further strengthen our commitments across all markets where AESC is advancing clean energy solutions and sustainable growth.”

“It is a true honor to join AESC as Chief Executive Officer,” said David Wan. “I look forward to working with our teams around the world as we enter the next era of global growth, expanding our presence, deepening our partnerships, and continuing to deliver safe, high-performance solutions that support the clean energy transition.”

“I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the privilege of leading AESC,” said Shoichi Matsumoto, CEO of AESC Japan. “Looking ahead, I remain committed to strengthening our Japan business and supporting the company’s continued success.”

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About AESC

AESC is a global leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, the company has built a worldwide engineering and manufacturing presence across the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan, and China to serve key markets locally.

AESC’s advanced technologies power more than one million electric vehicles and support energy storage solutions in over 60 countries. As a trusted partner to leading automotive manufacturers and energy providers, AESC continues to shape a cleaner, more connected future through innovation, reliability, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability.

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