Davis to lead New Power segment for Cummins

Cummins has announced the appointment of Amy Davis as Vice President and President – New Power Segment, starting on July 1.

Davis will replace Thad Ewald, who in addition to his role as Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development, also established and incubated the New Power segment. Ewald will continue to lead strategy and corporate development for Cummins.

In the construction industry the popularity of electric and hybrid power has increased steadily over the last few years.

The New Power Segment that Davis will head up includes Cummins’ electrified power and hydrogen portfolios.

According to the company, New Power has quickly grown in importance. In the past five years the company has developed and acquired significant capabilities in electrified powertrains, battery design and assembly, battery management, fuel cell and hydrogen generation.

“New Power is important to our future as we establish ourselves as a global leader in electrified and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains, and I am confident Amy is the right person to lead this business segment,” said Tom Linebarger, Chairman and CEO, Cummins.

“Amy is an experienced leader with deep and broad experience at Cummins who has a strong track record of delivering results for our customers and our company. She is smart, strategic and understands the importance of engaging our customers and employees across our segments to drive growth and success.”