The Japan Steel Works (5631) Corporate presentation summary

Vision and strategic direction

• Aims to achieve sales of 500 billion yen, operating profit of 50 billion yen, and ROE of 11–12% by FY2033, focusing on sustainable growth and solving social issues through industrial machinery and new materials.

• Emphasizes materiality management, DEI & B (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging), and innovation as core pillars for value creation.

• Medium-term plan JGP2028 targets sales of 400 billion yen, operating profit of 40 billion yen, and ROE of 10–11% by FY2028.

• Strategic focus on contributing to a low-carbon and recycling society, and supporting a super-smart society.

Progress and operational initiatives

• Expanded production capacity for plastic machinery and steel forgings, with new facilities and global expansion initiatives.

• Established new business divisions and R&D centers, with significant investment in innovation and photonics.

• Enhanced human capital through diverse hiring and engagement programs, and achieved DX certification.

• Strengthened governance by increasing board diversity, revising remuneration, and reducing policy shareholdings.

Market environment and business strategy updates

• Revised strategies in response to EV market slowdown, geopolitical risks, energy policy changes, and rapid AI/data center growth.

• Focused on capturing demand in China, India, and the Middle East, and expanding aftermarket and global sales for plastic machinery.

• Increased production for defense, nuclear, and high-efficiency thermal power equipment, and accelerated commercialization of advanced materials.