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Hyundai Motor Group Appoints Uni Hong as Head of HMG Energy&Hydrogen Business Division

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Page sharing 이전 페이지 Hyundai Motor Group Appoints Uni Hong as Head of HMG Energy&Hydrogen Business Division URL copied to clipboard Share via email We do not collect email addresses. Corporate Information 202608310900 Hyundai Motor Group Appoints Uni Hong as Head of HMG Energy&Hydrogen Business Division Share via email We do not collect email addresses. Global energy expert from bp with extensive experience spanning upstream, downstream, trading, and diverse energy portfolios Expertise spans hydrogen, petroleum, LNG and renewable energy across resource development, supply chain structuring, and long-term partnerships Will drive advancement of hydrogen value chain across hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and refueling infrastructure Expected to enhance the Group's future energy business competitiveness and accelerate hydrogen ecosystem expansion leveraging global business experience and networks SEOUL, August 31, 2026 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) today announced it has appointed Uni Hong as Executive Vice President and Head of the HMG Energy&Hydrogen Business Division, a move aimed at reinforcing the Group's global hydrogen leadership and strengthening its energy businesses. Through this appointment, the Group expects to secure strategic leadership in future energy business and enhance its capabilities to accelerate global expansion and commercialization of energy and hydrogen businesses. Hong will report to Gang Hyun Seo, President and Head of Corporate Planning Office at the Group. Hong brings 18 years of global energy business experience from bp, where she led hydrogen business development, strategic partnerships, and policy engagement across major markets. She is recognized for connecting market opportunities with practical business results and creating outcomes through collaboration with diverse stakeholders. Hyundai Motor Group has already made significant strides across the hydrogen value chain. I am committed to applying my global experience in energy and hydrogen business development to support the Group's expansion beyond mobility into the broader hydrogen ecosystem, as well as to help strengthen its energy businesses. Uni Hong Executive Vice President and Head of the HMG Energy&Hydrogen Business Division at Hyundai Motor Group What is Hong's Background in Global Energy Business? Before joining bp, Hong worked at P&G Korea and Korea Eximbank. At bp, Hong was responsible for business development, strategy establishment, and implementation across hydrogen, petroleum, LNG and ammonia. She reviewed business profitability and investment feasibility while managing global energy and hydrogen business portfolios. In 2021, Hong served as Chief of Staff to bp's Head of Technology. She progressed to leading the company's hydrogen and ammonia business development organization in 2022. From 2023 onward, she led bp's Global Hydrogen Origination, overseeing hydrogen business development, government coordination, and policy engagement globally. The Group expects that Hong's execution capability and global network will enhance business competitiveness across future energy businesses and accelerate hydrogen ecosystem expansion. The Group plans to accelerate the creation of a global next-generation energy ecosystem and advance greenhouse gas emissions reduction. Hong replaces Ken Ramirez who stepped down due to personal reasons. Get media kit Danny Joo [email protected] Global PR Team 1 · Hyundai Motor Company Disclaimer: Hyundai Motor Group believes the information contained herein to be accurate at the time of release. However, the company may upload new or updated information if required and assumes that it is not liable for the accuracy of any information interpreted and used by the reader. About Hyundai Motor Group Hyundai Motor Group is a global enterprise that has created a value chain based on mobility, steel, and construction, as well as logistics, finance, IT, and service. With about 250,000 employees worldwide, the Group’s mobility brands include Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Armed with creative thinking, cooperative communication and the will to take on any challenges, we strive to create a better future for all. More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai , Kia Global Newsroom , Genesis Newsroom Continue reading 202609211800 Hyundai Motor’s Talent Academy Cultivates Next Generation of Global Service Professionals 202609211330 Hyundai Motor Group Holds ‘Hyundai CoE Mobility Innovation Ideathon’ for Student Innovators, Announces INR 10 Lakh Prize Money 202609181600 Hyundai Motor Group and Misk Foundation Conclude Urban Innovation Leadership Program, Advancing Partnership in Leadership and Human Capital Development 202609180600 Hyundai Motor Group Opens HMG Tech Talent Forum 2026, Connecting Global Talent with Future Technology Vision

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