YASKAWA Electric Corporation
Notice Regarding Change of Representative Director
As of May 27, 2026, President Masahiro Ogawa will step down, and Chairman Hiroshi Ogasawara is scheduled to assume the roles of Chairman and President.
Key Figures
- Scheduled Date of Change of Representative Director: 2026-05-27
- Shares Owned by Hiroshi Ogasawara: 66,389 shares (as of end of February 2026)
- Position of Masahiro Ogawa after Resignation: Executive Vice Chairman overseeing AI Robotics Business and New Mechatronics Applications Business
AI要約
Overview of Change in Representative Director
Yaskawa Electric Corporation resolved at the 110th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for May 27, 2026, and the subsequent Board of Directors meeting, that President Masahiro Ogawa will step down and Chairman Hiroshi Ogasawara will assume the role of Chairman and President, transitioning to a new management structure. Mr. Ogawa's resignation is to focus on treatment of a chronic illness and to dedicate himself to the expansion of the AI robotics business and new mechatronics applications business. After stepping down, he will serve as Executive Vice Chairman responsible for operational execution.
Background of Management Change and Future Outlook
At the start of the new long-term and medium-term management plans, the company reviewed its management structure to accelerate sustainable growth and enhance corporate value. Following deliberations by the Nomination Advisory Committee, a decision was made to change the top management under a system where the majority of directors are outside directors. Hiroshi Ogasawara has extensive experience, having served as Director of the Technology Development Headquarters and President over many years.
