On Assuming the Position of President

As technologies such as semiconductors and IT become increasingly essential to society and industry, challenges in development, procurement, and operations are becoming increasingly sophisticated and complex. In this environment, we believe that one of the Company’s most important roles is to provide greater value by helping customers address the fundamental issues they face. By combining our global supply network, engineering capabilities, and IT solution capabilities, the Company has provided unique value through both its manufacturer functions and technology trading company functions. Working closely with our customers’ businesses and development sites, gaining a deep understanding of their challenges, thinking together, and creating solutions together— this approach is the foundation of the Company and our greatest strength.

During the transition to the new management structure, we will make no major changes to our strategic direction. Instead, under the direction set forth in the medium-term management plan VISION 2030, we will steadily enhance each of our businesses. In addition, to improve profitability, an important theme of VISION 2030, the CN Business will seek to expand its business by broadening its customer base while maintaining its current level of profitability. In the EC Business, we will gradually improve profitability through ongoing reviews of our portfolio and service offerings. In the PB Business, we aim to deliver value to a broader range of customers by expanding the scope of our in-house products. Furthermore, by creating synergies among these three businesses and integrating them more closely, we will enhance the profitability of the Group as a whole.

Message to Stakeholders

Through our business activities supporting the growth of markets centered on semiconductors and IT, the Company aims to contribute to the development of society while enhancing corporate value. As the foundation for these efforts, we place a high priority on investment in human capital, focusing on developing diverse talent and creating an environment in which employees can fully demonstrate their capabilities, while improving productivity through the promotion of digital transformation (DX).

With respect to corporate governance, we are working to enhance the objectivity and transparency of management through the Nomination Committee and the Compensation Committee, under the supervision of the Board of Directors, and these functions also operated effectively during the recent transition to the new management structure. We will continue to strengthen the framework that supports sustainable growth.

Together with our customers, we will continue to take on new challenges as a technology partner that helps shape the society of the future, while striving to further enhance corporate value. We look forward to the continued support of all our stakeholders in the years to come.

July 1, 2026
Takayoshi Miyamoto
President & Representative Director