HC Forklift America Corporation Names Dr. Ashwini Kumar Wankhede Vice President of Operations

ROCK HILL, S.C. — August 5, 2026 — HC Forklift America Corporation (HCFA), the U.S. subsidiary of Hangcha Group, announced today the appointment of material handling industry veteran Dr. Ashwini Kumar Wankhede (Ash) as Vice President of Operations. Wankhede will report directly to Jimmy Zhang, President.

“I am honored to join HC Forklift America at such an exciting stage of the company’s growth,” said Dr. Wankhede. “Hangcha has built an outstanding reputation for delivering innovative material handling solutions supported by a strong dealer network and customer first philosophy. I look forward to working alongside our talented associates and dealer partners to strengthen operational excellence, enhance customer value, and build scalable systems that support sustainable long-term growth. Together, we will continue creating a culture focused on execution, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.”

Wankhede joins HCFA after most recently serving as President of Toyota Tsusho Corporation de Mexico and previously as President & COO of Toyota Lift Northwest. In his new role, he will oversee HCFA’s operations, parts, customer care, and engineering departments, while driving efficiency, scalability, and continuous improvement across the organization. He will play a key role in supporting the company’s long-term growth and commitment to delivering exceptional value to its customers and dealer network.

Jimmy Zhang, President of HCFA, commented on Wankhede’s appointment:

“Ash’s arrival reflects HANGCHA’s long-term commitment to the U.S. market. By strengthening our aftermarket organization, we are investing in the people, resources, and infrastructure needed to provide best-in-class service and support for our dealers and customers.”