【Kurita Water Industries】 Announces Business Segmentation of Water Treatment Business | Effective October 1, 2026

Overview of the Business

Kurita Water Industries has decided to split its water treatment equipment maintenance and service business in the Chugoku region into its wholly owned subsidiary, Kurita Western Japan. This organizational restructuring is scheduled for October 1, 2026, aimed at improving operational efficiency and strengthening the regional business foundation. The split will be conducted through a simplified absorption-type split under Article 784, Paragraph 2 of the Companies Act, which does not require approval from shareholders' meetings. The assets and liabilities subject to the split are minimal, with assets expected to be approximately 18.7 million yen and liabilities around 11.2 million yen. This move aims to enable faster business development and enhanced customer support for Kurita Water Industries.

Future Outlook and Impact

This company split is expected to have a minor impact on Kurita Water Industries' consolidated performance. It will establish a region-specific service provision system, allowing for swift responsiveness to customer needs. There will be no changes to the company names, capital, or fiscal year-end following the split, ensuring business continuity. The company aims to enhance the competitiveness of its water treatment business in the Chugoku region and improve customer satisfaction.