Source disclosure: February 20, 2026
WASHHOUSE CO.,LTD. [6537.T]
TOKYO, Feb 20 (Pulse News Wire) -- Washhouse Co., Ltd. (6537.T), represented by President and CEO Kodama Yasutaka, announced significant changes to its corporate structure and business scope through a press release on Monday. The company's board of directors held a meeting on February 20, 2026, where they decided to propose amendments to the articles of incorporation and appoint a new auditor at the upcoming 25th Annual General Meeting scheduled for March 27, 2026.
The proposed amendment to the articles of incorporation aims to diversify the company’s future operations. Specifically, Article 2 of Chapter One, which outlines the purpose of the corporation, will be updated to include additional business activities. These additions encompass the design, manufacturing, sales, rental, operation, management, and installation of facilities utilizing containers; research, development, manufacture, sale, installation, maintenance, and operation of battery storage systems and energy-related equipment; as well as power generation, supply, and sales related to renewable energy along with associated facility design, manufacturing, sales, installation, and maintenance services.
Regarding the appointment of an auditor, current Auditor Hayano Rika is set to conclude her term upon the conclusion of the 25th Annual General Meeting on March 27, 2026. In her place, the company plans to nominate Tanaka Katsuyuki as an external auditor. Tanaka has extensive experience in accounting and taxation, having been registered as a certified public accountant since May 2000 and holding positions within major firms such as Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu and Business Brain Taishoh Corporation before establishing his own firm in July 2004.
Tanaka’s nomination is based on his qualifications as both a certified public accountant and tax advisor, providing him with substantial expertise in finance and accounting. If approved, he would enter into a liability limitation agreement with the company under Article 427(1) of the Companies Act, adhering to the minimum liability limit stipulated by Article 425(1). Furthermore, should Tanaka be appointed, Washhouse Co., Ltd. intends to register him as an independent director according to the rules of the Tokyo Stock Exchange and Fukuoka Securities Exchange.
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