【Tokai Carbon】Impact of the Kumamoto Earthquake and Business Status｜July 2026

Overview of Earthquake Impact

Due to the Kumamoto Earthquake that occurred on July 28, 2026, Tokai Carbon’s Tanoura Plant experienced no human casualties; operations were temporarily suspended. However, no significant damage to buildings or equipment or fire has been confirmed. Power supply continues uninterrupted, and there are no issues with the cooling water circulation of major facilities. Investigations into detailed equipment impacts are ongoing, and updates on shipment and performance effects are being confirmed. Future response strategies will depend on damage assessment and recovery status.

Future Outlook and Impact on Investors

As of now, no significant impact on business performance has been identified due to the earthquake, but we are closely monitoring equipment inspections and recovery progress. Investigation into potential shipment delays or supply stoppages is ongoing. Depending on the extent of disaster impacts, there may be changes to future production and shipment plans, so investors should stay attentive to the latest disclosures. Updates on recovery status and additional impacts are expected to be disclosed as appropriate.