Central Japan Railway Company
Regarding Cease and Desist Order and Surcharge Payment Order from the Fair Trade Commission
The Company and its consolidated subsidiary JR Tokai Consultants received a cease and desist order for violation of the Anti-Monopoly Act, and JR Tokai Consultants also received a surcharge payment order.
Key Figures
- Surcharge Payment Amount: 34.77 million yen
- Provision for Loss Related to the Anti-Monopoly Act: 135 million yen
AI要約
Key Announcements
The Company and its consolidated subsidiary JR Tokai Consultants underwent an on-site inspection by the Fair Trade Commission on suspicion of violating Article 3 of the Anti-Monopoly Act in relation to the inspection work for overpasses on the Company's railway lines commissioned by local governments and others. On December 19, 2025, the Company received a cease and desist order, while JR Tokai Consultants received both a cease and desist order and a surcharge payment order (34.77 million yen with a 30% reduction applied). Both companies have ceased the infringing conduct and plan to strengthen compliance by formulating action guidelines for recurrence prevention, establishing a dedicated department, and conducting regular training and audits.
Impact on Investors
JR Tokai Consultants has recorded a provision for loss related to the Anti-Monopoly Act amounting to 135 million yen, but the impact on the Company's financial results is considered minor. The Company intends to restore trust by enhancing its compliance framework and indicates to investors that significant financial impact is limited.
