Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Corporation Names Kazuhito Tojo As President And CEO

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Corporation (MCO-I), a leader in the design and manufacturing of compressors, drive turbines, gear boxes and their control systems, has named Kazuhito Tojo as president and CEO. He succeeds Jun Fukuda, who will return as an advisor at MCO’s facility in Hiroshima, Japan.

Tojo’s leadership expertise brings a wealth of knowledge to the MCO-I Pearland Work’s facility as he demonstrates efforts to increase the North American turbomachinery footprint and enhance after-sales capabilities.

Tojo commented, “As the world shifts to a carbon neutral society, MCO-I is a valued solutions provider for our customer’s both new business and after-service needs. Our goal is to contribute to our customers’ success by delivering cutting-edge technology and reliable compression systems.”

Tojo began his career with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd (MHI) in 1996, working in a variety of manufacturing positions, including shop operations. He has provided growth for both MHI and MCO through a range of investment opportunities. Tojo transferred as general manager to MCO-I’s Houston office in 2015 to build the process foundation for the Pearland facility. He then returned to Japan to manage the manufacturing department as deputy general manager, and later general manager of manufacturing at MCO Hiroshima. In 2021, Tojo transferred to Houston where he has served as executive vice president.

About MHI Compressor International Corporation (MCO-I)
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor International Corporation (MCO-I) was established in the United States in September 2012 as a group company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI). Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor Corporation (MCO), a wholly owned subsidiary of MHI in Hiroshima, Japan, holds a 70% stake with Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas) as a 30% joint venture partner. MCO-I is one of the world's largest manufacturers of process compressors and mechanical drive steam turbines. We are dedicated to providing advanced technology machinery and after-sales service to a variety of industries in the Americas.