Japan Airlines Co., Ltd.
Regarding Our Corporate Governance Structure from April 1, 2026 Onwards
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. has finalized the executive structure effective from April 1, 2026, announcing personnel changes for directors, auditors, and executive officers. The appointments of new directors and auditors as well as scheduled retirements have been disclosed.
Key Figures
- Chairman of the Board: Yuji Akasaka (reappointed)
- Representative Director, President & CEO: Mitsuko Tottori (reappointed)
- Newly Appointed Director and Senior Executive Officer: Ross Leggett
- New Outside Auditor: Junko Watanabe
- Director Scheduled to Retire: Yoriyuki Kashiwa (scheduled to retire at the June 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders)
AI要約
Overview of Executive Structure
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. resolved the executive structure effective April 1, 2026, at the Board of Directors meeting. Yuji Akasaka was reappointed as Chairman of the Board, and Mitsuko Tottori continues as Representative Director, President & CEO. Ross Leggett is scheduled to assume the position of Director and Senior Executive Officer. Regarding auditors, Junko Watanabe is expected to be appointed as a new outside auditor, while Shinsuke Kubo will retire. Additionally, Yoriyuki Kashiwa is scheduled to retire at the June 2026 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders.
Executive Officer Structure and Retiring Officers
As of April 1, 2026, multiple executive officers have defined their responsibilities clearly, with promotions and new appointments included. Senior Executive Officer Yoriyuki Kashiwa and Executive Officers Munekazu Tachibana, Yasushi Omori, and Koichi Hayashi will retire as of March 31, 2026. Yoriyuki Kashiwa is scheduled to assume the role of President at JAL Aviation Mirai Lab Co., Ltd. Special Director Yoshiharu Ueki and Vice Chairman Shinichiro Shimizu will continue their roles.
