Announcement of Company Name Change and Head Office Relocation｜May 2026

Overview

Hitachi Construction Machinery plans to change its company name to Landcross Co., Ltd., effective as of April 1, 2027, contingent upon approval at the General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 29, 2026. Alongside this, the head office will relocate to Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, and amendments will be made to the Articles of Incorporation. The name change aims to accelerate the development and service provision of next-generation construction machinery that integrates AI, robotics, sensing, and communication technologies, thereby evolving the company. The amendments to the Articles of Incorporation will also include revisions to the record date and timing of shareholder meetings, enabling more flexible management.

Future Outlook and Impact

This organizational restructuring and company name change are part of the company’s strategic initiatives and represent an important step towards global expansion and value creation. Starting from April 2027, the company will pursue active business development and strengthened management foundation to enhance corporate value and competitiveness. Shareholders and investors are expected to pay close attention as part of the company's growth strategy moving forward.