Source disclosure: February 27, 2026, 15:00 JST
Yasuda Logistics Corporation [9324.T]
TOKYO, Feb 27 (Pulse News Wire) -- Yasuda Logistics Corporation (9324.T), headquartered in Tokyo's Minato Ward, announced significant changes to its board of directors and executive roles effective March 31, 2026. The company made these decisions during a board meeting held on February 27, 2026.
The most notable change involves the departure of Muto Fujihiro, currently serving as a director and executive officer. Fujihiro will step down from his position at Yasuda Logistics by the end of March 2026 but is expected to take up the role of president at Nanshin Freight Automobile Co., Ltd. starting June 2026. In his place, Yasuda Logistics plans to appoint Satoru Fujita, who is currently a senior managing executive officer, as a new director.
Additionally, several executive officers will be retiring or transitioning to different positions within the organization. Kiyoshi Ogawa, the current representative director chairman and chief executive officer, will retain his leadership roles. However, other key executives such as Kiyoshi Ukasai, Kenji Aoki, and Masao Akamatsu will retire from their respective positions by March 31, 2026. Notably, Kiyoshi Ogawa will also leave his post at Nanshin Freight Automobile Co., Ltd., where he served as the president until June 2026.
New appointments include Hidemi Takahashi, who will assume the role of general manager of Yasuda Logistics India Pvt. Ltd., while maintaining his position as an executive officer at Yasuda Logistics. Additionally, Seiji Kazutake will become the legal and compliance department head and strategic planning department head, while remaining an executive officer. Meanwhile, Shinichiro Asano will take over as the general affairs department head and concurrently serve as the special advisor to the president.
Further adjustments involve the transition of Hiroyuki Hosoi, who will move from being an executive officer responsible for IT kitting units to becoming a councilor within the company, continuing in his advisory capacity. New executive officers joining the ranks include Keisuke Shibata, who will oversee international transportation centers; Hiroji Kawada, who will manage logistics promotion; and Noboru Ueda, who will lead the Daikoku sales office.
These changes reflect Yasuda Logistics' ongoing efforts to streamline operations and align its leadership structure with future business strategies. The company aims to maintain stability and continuity through this period of transition, ensuring smooth operations and continued growth.
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