NTT DATA Payment Services Sdn. Bhd. has appointed Enoch Chhabra and Yuichiro Sato to lead its Payment Services and eCommerce divisions, reinforcing its commitment to regional expansion and digital innovation.
MALAYSIA, 15 APRIL 2025 – NTT DATA Payment Services Sdn. Bhd. has announced the strategic appointments of Enoch Chhabra as Chief Executive Officer of Payment Services and e-pay, and Yuichiro Sato as Chief Executive Officer of eCommerce Solutions, signaling a bold step forward in its ongoing transformation and Southeast Asian growth strategy.
“These appointments reflect our commitment to building a future-ready organisation powered by strong local leadership and global expertise,” said Sean S. Hesh, Group CEO and Executive Director of NTT DATA Payment Services. “Enoch’s merchant-first mindset and execution excellence will be instrumental in advancing our payments and e-pay businesses, while Sato’s deep understanding of the NTT DATA ecosystem positions him perfectly to lead our evolving e-commerce segment.”
With over two decades of experience in payments, banking, and entrepreneurship, Enoch Chhabra brings a wealth of industry expertise to the role. His previous leadership at Hong Leong Bank saw him modernise its merchant acquiring platform and drive significant growth. He also played pivotal roles in corporate strategy at Eastern & Oriental Berhad, securing high-impact joint ventures and divestments.
“I’m honoured to join NTT DATA Payment Services at such a transformative time,” Chhabra said. “As digital payments become more integrated into daily life, we aim to deliver agile, merchant-centric solutions across all business scales. Backed by one of the world’s top global IT service providers, we are set to lead the commerce revolution in Southeast Asia.”
Meanwhile, Yuichiro Sato, a seasoned NTT DATA leader since 1999, brings a customer-focused, strategic lens to his new role. As the former COO of iPay88, he was instrumental in its rebranding to NTT DATA eCommerce Solutions and the execution of its regional integration efforts.
“As commerce rapidly evolves, our focus remains on building scalable, agile, and customer-centric platforms,” said Sato. “It’s a dynamic time for digital commerce, and I’m excited to lead innovation that empowers merchants and consumers alike.”
These dual appointments signal a new era for NTT DATA Payment Services as it works to unify operations and expand its influence in Southeast Asia. Chhabra and Sato, with their complementary strengths and shared vision, are set to drive the next wave of innovation in digital payment and eCommerce solutions.
