Wishing you a Happy New Year.
We sincerely thank you for your continued support throughout the past year.
The year 2025 marked a major turning point for the world. With the change of administration in the United States and the implementation of high-tariff policies, economic bloc formation accelerated globally, making the restructuring of international supply chains an urgent challenge for many companies. In addition, prolonged geopolitical tensions such as the situation in Ukraine and Russia have continued to drive up energy and raw material costs.
Amid these uncertainties, another significant trend is the rapid advancement of AI and robotics. These technologies are redefining the roles of humans and machines, enabling not only greater efficiency but also new value creation. For a technology-driven company like ours, this represents a tremendous opportunity. We will accelerate initiatives that go beyond internal applications to deliver solutions that directly create value for society and our customers.
Furthermore, effective January 1, 2026, we have implemented an organizational reform by abolishing the traditional divisional structure and establishing Strategic Business Units (SBUs) to better respond to market needs. As part of this change, the former Plastics Machinery Division has been reorganized into the Plastics Solutions SBU. Our focus will extend beyond providing injection molding machines to offering advanced technology-driven solutions and strengthening after-sales services, ensuring we address customer challenges with speed and precision.
Lastly, we would like to express our gratitude for your continued interest in our owned media platform, PlasPlus. Since its launch, it has attracted growing attention and engagement from many customers. In 2026, we will continue to deliver valuable information and strive to turn even more readers into true 'Sumitomo fans.'
The year 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse--a symbol of passion and speed. With that spirit, we will keep challenging ourselves and work together with you to pave the way to a brighter future.
We appreciate your support and look forward to another successful year together.