Greetings on the appointment of the new president

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your exceptional patronage.
I, Horiuchi, assumed the position of President and Representative Director of Akros Trading Co. Ltd. at an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held on January 26, 2026.
Since the resignation of the former President Tabuchi on December 24 last year, we have worked hard under the guidance of Acting President Hara to ensure stable operations. During this time, we are deeply grateful for the exceptional understanding and cooperation from our business partners.At Denka Corporation, I started in the research department, launched the manufacturing department, experienced two overseas postings (Germany and China), and handled various departments such as research and development, sales, and management. I will leverage this diverse experience to contribute to the further development of Akros.

New mid-term business plan ""Your Vision, Our Mission""

As president, what I want to convey to everyone is the direction we are aiming for.
We have adopted the slogan **""Your Vision, Our Mission — Realizing Your Dreams""** as our new mid-term business plan.
This reflects our strong determination to run alongside and realize the future envisioned by our customers and the value required by society. Not only do we provide products and services; we also aim to create the future together with our customers.
For this, we have set three key policies.

Understanding needs through deep dialogue

We deeply understand the fundamental challenges faced by our customers, what they want to achieve, and the future they envision, and provide true value beyond a superficial level.

Providing ON TIME solutions

We grasp megatrends, anticipate changes, and make optimal proposals at the timing required by our customers.

To become a trusted and relied-upon partner

We aim to be the go-to company when in doubt: ""Let's consult Akros.""

Growth through the dual wheels of deepening and innovation

Any product or business that only continues the same thing will inevitably decline.
We will continue to refine and deepen our existing businesses while continuously driving innovation. We will challenge all ""new things,"" including creating new businesses, entering new markets, and improving business processes, growing along with our customers.

Pooling the Group's total power

In the future, we will pool the comprehensive strength of the entire group to realize the following.

Expanding our product lineup

Using our broad technology and product portfolio, we offer a variety of solutions.

Enhancing technical support

We pool our technical capabilities to support solving customer challenges.

Expand its grain supply network

By strengthening our business foundation, we will achieve a more stable supply system.

Improving global responsiveness

We will respond to global needs by coordinating with diverse bases and networks.

Ensuring quality and safety

We will maintain high quality awareness in all sales activities, products, and business operations, and ensure a thorough awareness of safety.

Contributing to sustainability

We will promote initiatives toward ESG and SDGs, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.

With business partners

After my appointment, I intend to greet you at the earliest opportunity. At that time, I would appreciate hearing on-site voices, requests, and frank opinions.
We will continue dialogues with our business partners and create the future together. That is the vision we are aiming for.
In these times of rapid change, we believe our mission is to sincerely engage with the dreams of our customers and societal needs, and offer them in a valuable form.