Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
Additional Investigation Results and Recurrence Prevention Measures Concerning the Submarine Repair Case and Marine Engine Case
Announced additional investigation results regarding the submarine repair case and marine engine case. As recurrence prevention measures, we have established three pillars: creating a system to prevent misconduct, strengthening detection of misconduct, and reforming organizational culture and awareness, and are working to enhance compliance throughout the group.
Key Figures
- Consolidated net sales (Fiscal Year ending March 2025): 2,129.8 billion yen
- Ship & Offshore Structure Division net sales (Fiscal Year ending March 2025): 91.2 billion yen
- Number of employees in the Ship & Offshore Structure Division (as of March 31, 2025): 2,062
AI要約
Overview
Kawasaki Heavy Industries conducted an additional investigation through an independent special investigation committee of external lawyers regarding the submarine repair case and marine engine case announced on July 3 and August 21, 2024. Based on the investigation results, recurrence prevention measures have been formulated, and a special compliance promotion committee chaired by the president has been established to address the issues.
Key Points
Confirmed fraudulent labor hour entries at the submarine repair plant and inspection misconduct related to marine engines. As recurrence prevention measures, we are implementing three pillars: 'building a structure that prevents misconduct,' 'strengthening detection of misconduct,' and 'reforming organizational culture and awareness.' Multifaceted measures include investigating business processes, automating inspection processes, strengthening the internal whistleblowing system, and establishing the Defense Business Management Headquarters.
Future Outlook
We will strengthen the compliance and governance framework across the entire group and implement highly effective recurrence prevention measures. We will promptly disclose any expected impacts of the submarine repair case and marine engine case based on the investigation findings.
