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Ken Ikemi will assume the position of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), overseeing overall group management and strengthening governance. Daisuke Yasuda will become President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), responsible for business execution including management strategy, business portfolio management, and investment decisions.\n\n### Background and Future Outlook for Strengthening the Management Structure\nThis change aims to strengthen the management structure to accelerate the implementation of priority initiatives under the new long-term vision and medium-term management plan 'For the ocean, for life 2027.' Following the transition to a new company name and headquarters relocation, the company enters a new growth stage, promoting a corporate culture of 'challenge' and 'co-creation.' 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