Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, has appointed Yann Maixandeau as Managing Director for East Asia. Based in Singapore, Maixandeau will oversee operations and business performance across eight markets, including Hong Kong, Korea, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, and Vietnam.
With nearly 20 years at Alstom, Maixandeau brings extensive international leadership experience in strategy, operations, finance, and project management. His previous roles have spanned Singapore, Malaysia, India, South Africa, France, and Brazil. Most recently, he served as Managing Director for Singapore and Malaysia.
Alstom, employing over 1,600 people across the region, has been a significant player in East Asia’s rail sector for more than four decades. The company is involved in various transformative projects, such as Bangkok’s Pink and Yellow monorail lines, Taipei’s Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin and Circular lines, Hanoi Metro Line 3, and Manila Light Rail Transit Line 1 Cavite Extension. Additionally, Alstom is delivering major strategic projects like the North-South Commuter Railway Extension in the Philippines and signalling systems for Singapore’s Circle Line.
“East Asia is one of the key growth engines for sustainable mobility worldwide,” said Maixandeau. “With our longstanding presence and strong local partnerships, Alstom is well positioned to support this transformation.”
Alstom’s commitment to sustainable transportation is evident in its wide range of solutions, from high-speed trains to digital rail systems.
