TOKYO, May 26 (Pulse News Wire) – UT Group CO.,LTD. (2146.T) announced changes to its board of directors following a meeting held on May 25, 2026.
The appointments are scheduled to be finalized at the 19th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on June 27, 2026, followed by another board meeting. Among the changes, Ryūichi Ishii, currently serving as an external director at several companies, has been nominated as a new independent director and auditor. Ishii, born on May 31, 1965, brings extensive experience in global management and IT digital initiatives.
He previously served as President of Sony Network Communications, Chairman of SMN Corporation, and co-founder and CEO of Quantum Leap-Growth/Initiative Kabushiki Kaisha. Ishii’s appointment is expected to enhance UT Group's service offerings through his deep expertise in AI and digital technology implementation. Additionally, he plans to file his candidacy as an independent director with the Tokyo Stock Exchange according to their regulations.
Meanwhile, Hiromitsu Shima, currently an external director and auditor, is set to retire upon the conclusion of the annual shareholders' meeting on June 27, 2026.
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