Major Personnel Changes Announced Ahead of Shareholder Meeting in 2026

In an important announcement, the company has detailed its upcoming personnel changes, effective April 1, 2026. These changes were resolved at the Board of Directors meeting held on March 19, 2026, and involve several key personnel adjustments that aim to strengthen the organization’s management and operational capabilities. This shifting of roles reflects the organization's strategic direction and focus on enhancing operational efficiency.

Personnel Changes Effective April 1, 2026

The following individuals will be transitioning into new roles:

- Katsuhisa Morita will move from being the Assistant Manager to the Director of the Second Tokyo Engineering Branch in the Architectural Disaster Prevention Division.
- Toru Kawashima will step up as Director of the Fourth Tokyo Engineering Branch, transitioning from his previous role as the Head of the Fire Prevention Department and concurrently leading the Special Disaster Prevention Equipment Promotion Division.
- Yuichiro Niikura takes on the responsibility of the Architectural Disaster Design and Estimation Department Director, stepping up from his role as Assistant Manager in the same department.
- Yukihide Nakamura will ascend to the position of Business Planning Manager in the Equipment Division, having previously served as the First Sales Department Manager in the Tokyo Equipment Branch.

These changes are part of a broader strategy to enhance the capabilities and leadership within key divisions, particularly focusing on disaster prevention, engineering, and equipment management.

Upcoming Shareholder Meeting

Scheduled for late June 2026, the 74th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders will also address new director nominees, a crucial aspect of corporate governance that influences the strategic direction of the company. The following nominations have been made:

- Tomohisa Kasutani as the Director and Head of Business Headquarters, who will also lead the Architectural Disaster Prevention Division.
- Toshiki Matsuo will be presented as the Director of the Administrative Headquarters.
- Takahiro Kaneta is proposed as a Non-executive Director.
- Nobuo Nakagawa will continue as a Full-time Auditor after serving as the Nagoya Branch Manager.
- Etsuko Mori is also nominated as a Non-executive Auditor.

_Note: Takahiro Kaneta is an external director, and Etsuko Mori serves as an external auditor._

Background of New External Directors

The company has made strides in diversifying its board with the inclusion of new external members. These individuals bring a wealth of experience, providing valuable insights and perspectives to the company’s strategic planning and oversight.

Key Departures

Alongside the promotions and new nominations, several current executives will resign:

- Hiroki Asada, the current Executive Director of Business Headquarters, will be stepping down.
- Takeshi Matsuoka, who has served as the Deputy Head of Business Headquarters, will conclude his tenure.
- Yukio Nanba, a Non-executive Director, will also depart, as will Toru Ohashi, a Full-time Auditor, and Hoshihiro Kirikubo, an External Auditor.

Anticipated Leadership Structure Post-AGM

Post the shareholder meeting, the anticipated leadership structure is set to further enhance the company's governance:

- Masafumi Kamei is expected to continue as the Representative Director and President.
- Newly appointed Hideki Karasawa will act as Deputy Head of Business Headquarters, overseeing multiple operational areas including equipment and plant-related divisions.
- Tomohisa Kasutani and Toshiki Matsuo are expected to bring fresh perspectives as they head the Business Headquarters and Administrative HQ, respectively.
- The Audit role will be overseen by Nobuo Nakagawa and Etsuko Mori will provide external oversight to ensure transparency and accountability.

This reorganization is a testament to the company’s commitment to developing a robust management team that can adeptly navigate future challenges and opportunities in the industry.