Message from the President
The year 2025 sees the global economy once again on the edge of a critical turning point. Amid increasing economic security risks, changes in the geopolitical environment, and labor shortages, business must be able to respond flexibly to sudden changes in the operating environment.
The operating environment influencing our business saw a recovery in semiconductor demand as IoT and AI drove advancements in information and communications technology. Autonomous vehicles, the promotion of DX/GX, and decarbonization initiatives also contributed to demand recovery. Based on these developments, the markets in which we operate are projected to see medium and long-term growth.
We have started our Medium-Term Management Plan for FY2025 to FY2027, Phase 2 of our 2030 Vision. As an R&D-oriented company, we will embrace the principle of create and transform more than ever as we strive to become a true global company that achieves continuous growth by delivering visionary technology. We will steadily implement various measures to address the issues and areas of improvement identified during Phase 1. At the same time, we will prepare to ensure we are positioned to respond to the challenges and opportunities presented by the dramatic changes in information and communications technology happening before our very eyes.
The semiconductor industry is growing thanks to continued demand related to generative AI. There is a need for additional performance improvements and power savings to ensure timely manner responses to advancements in AI. Our Company provides the world with the chemical processes that are essential to cutting-edge advancements in IT technology such as AI. We will further polish our technology as we work towards the realization of our 2030 Vision and, together with our customers, contribute to advancements in global industry.
In this age of major social reform, we will work to resolve social issues by establishing and promoting a sound management platform, and reinforcing the principles of fair and honest business activities. The technology we deliver, our corporate value, and our ability to utilize these assets towards the realization of a sustainable society are made possible thanks to our human capital. We will continue to position strengthening our human capital as our highest priority theme as we work to address challenges related to business management.
In the sexagenary cycle, an ancient method of recording time in a 60-year cycle, 2025 is known as kinotomi (the wooden snake). Kinotomi is located at the 42nd position in this 60-year cycle, giving 2025 the meaning of, “repeating efforts to stabilize things.” We will work together with our various stakeholders on repeated efforts towards what we can accomplish for the development and future of industry, and to achieve mutual growth.
We will continue to demonstrate our sincere gratitude to everyone involved in our operations and ask for your continued support and guidance.
February 2025
CEO & President
