Expanding sales of industrial materials and moving away from a low-profit structure
First written in FY2016. 18 of 39 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2020-Q1. Latest entry: 2026-08-06.
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- 2026-08-06AdvancedEarnings
「Orders for products laminated onto paper and cloth increased substantially as demand for inventory rose amid tight supply and demand for packaging materials following the escalation of tensions in the Middle East.」
Sales in Industrial Materials increased 20.9% year on year, demonstrating progress toward sales growth. - FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「We achieved profitability in the consolidated fiscal year and made some progress in improving the earnings structure, which had been a longstanding challenge.」
Industrial Materials revenue was ¥10,217 million, up 0.5% year on year, and segment profit was ¥265 million, marking a return to profitability from the previous year's loss. This is significant progress toward overcoming the low-profitability structure, although establishing a sustained trend of profitability remains a challenge. - FY2026-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the current interim consolidated accounting period was ¥5,050 million, up 0.2% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue was essentially flat, up 0.2% year on year, but the segment turned from a ¥99 million loss in the same period of the previous year to a ¥117 million profit. This indicates measurable progress in earnings toward both revenue growth and overcoming the low-profitability structure. - FY2025AdvancedAnnual report
「Industrial Materials ¥10,169 million 34.6% up 4.4%」
Industrial Materials revenue increased 4.4% year on year, while the segment loss narrowed from approximately ¥234 million in the same period of the previous year to approximately ¥151 million. This indicates measurable progress toward both revenue growth and overcoming the low-profitability structure. - FY2025-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「Demand for laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as adhesive tape, had been declining because of sluggish freight volumes and inflows of overseas-made tape, but showed signs of a modest recovery recently. Orders from the Group also recovered, resulting in higher revenue. Orders for release paper for automotive-related applications remained firm, while orders for release paper for electronic-component applications recovered, resulting in higher revenue. As a result, revenue for the current interim consolidated accounting period was ¥5,041 million, up 5.5% year on year.」
Industrial Materials recorded 5.5% year-on-year revenue growth, while the segment loss narrowed from ¥172 million to ¥99 million. This indicates progress in earnings toward both revenue growth and overcoming the low-profitability structure. - FY2024-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥7,322 million, down 0.9% year on year.」
Industrial Materials did not achieve revenue growth, with revenue down 0.9% year on year, but the segment loss narrowed from ¥285.76 million in the same period of the previous year to ¥205.65 million. Although revenue has not yet expanded, the disclosure indicates progress in reducing losses toward overcoming the low-profitability structure. - FY2024-Q2Segment loss narrowed with revenue broadly flatAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥4,778 million, down 0.9% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined 0.9% year on year, while the segment loss narrowed from ¥189 million to ¥172 million. Revenue did not grow, but the loss narrowed. - FY2024-Q1Revenue broadly flat; segment loss narrowedAnnual report
「Orders for laminated products for paper and fabric declined as tape demand trended lower because consumers held back on purchases, and as tape manufacturers adjusted excess inventories of protective tape, resulting in lower revenue. Release paper revenue increased slightly as price pass-through progressed, but sales volumes remained sluggish, particularly in automotive-related applications. As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥2,436 million, up 0.1% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue was broadly flat, up 0.1% year on year, while the segment loss narrowed from ¥74 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥62 million. Meanwhile, demand for tape and sales volumes in automotive-related applications remained sluggish. - FY2023WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥9,904 million, up 4.6% year on year.」
Industrial Materials recorded higher revenue, but the segment loss widened from ¥84 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥364 million. Earnings deteriorated relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2023-Q3WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥7,390 million, up 4.8% year on year.」
Industrial Materials recorded higher revenue, but the segment loss widened from ¥28 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥286 million. Revenue growth progressed, but earnings deteriorated relative to the goal of moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2023-Q2WorsenedAnnual report
「Orders for laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, increased as supply and demand changed because some tape manufacturers consolidated and integrated products, and as overseas-made adhesive tape became more expensive to import. Revenue also increased as higher raw-material and electricity and fuel costs were passed through into prices. For release paper, orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) remained sluggish because of weak sales of smartphones and tablets, while demand for automotive-related materials was still recovering. As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥4,824 million, up 1.9% year on year.」
Although Industrial Materials revenue rose 1.9% year on year, segment earnings turned from a ¥15.68 million profit in the previous year’s corresponding period to a ¥189.65 million loss. Earnings deteriorated relative to the goal of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2023-Q1Segment fell into the red despite higher revenueAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥2,433 million, up 4.1% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 4.1% year on year, but segment earnings turned from a ¥27 million profit in the previous year’s corresponding period to a ¥74 million loss. Revenue growth continued, but earnings deteriorated relative to the goal of moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥9,464 million. Revenue calculated under the previous accounting standard, before applying the Accounting Standard for Revenue Recognition and other standards, was ¥11,536 million, up 28.7% year on year.」
Under the previous accounting standard, Industrial Materials revenue rose 28.7% year on year, while the segment operating loss narrowed from ¥236 million to ¥84 million. The filing reported measurable progress toward expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2022-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue as the protective-tape market expanded, demand for packaging tape recovered, and シノムラ化学工業 Co., Ltd., which became a consolidated subsidiary in October 2020, contributed to performance. As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥7,053 million. Revenue calculated under the previous accounting standard, before applying the Accounting Standard for Revenue Recognition and other standards, was ¥8,598 million, up 38.7% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue increased because of the expansion of the protective-tape market, recovery in demand for packaging tape, and the contribution from the acquisition of シノムラ化学工業 as a subsidiary. Under the previous accounting standard, revenue rose 38.7% year on year, while the segment loss narrowed from ¥246 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥28 million. - FY2022-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue despite the impact of customers’ production adjustments, as the protective-tape market expanded for disaster-prevention supplies, demand for packaging tape recovered, and the performance of シノムラ化学工業 Co., Ltd., which became a consolidated subsidiary in October of the previous year, contributed. As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥4,732 million. Revenue calculated under the previous accounting standard, before applying the Accounting Standard for Revenue Recognition, was ¥5,767 million, up 78.1% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue increased on the expansion of the protective-tape market, recovery in demand for packaging tape, and シノムラ化学工業’s contribution following consolidation. Under the previous accounting standard, revenue rose 78.1% year on year, and the segment turned to a profit of ¥15.681 million. This represented concrete progress toward expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2022-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue despite lower orders for some products due to customers’ production adjustments, as the protective-tape market expanded for disaster-prevention supplies and the performance of シノムラ化学工業 Co., Ltd., which became a consolidated subsidiary in October of the previous year, contributed. As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥2,336 million. Revenue calculated under the previous accounting standard, before applying the Accounting Standard for Revenue Recognition, was ¥2,832 million, up 70.0% year on year. Segment profit was ¥27.206 million.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 70.0% year on year under the previous accounting standard, and the segment turned from a loss in the previous year’s corresponding period to a profit of ¥27.206 million. The expansion of the protective-tape market and the consolidation of シノムラ化学工業 as a subsidiary contributed to revenue growth. - FY2021AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result, the operating loss in this segment was ¥236 million, a ¥311 million year-on-year reduction in the loss.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 22.8% year on year to ¥8,967 million, while the operating loss narrowed by ¥311 million from the previous year. Although the deficit was not eliminated, the company demonstrated progress toward expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2021-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue through the acquisition of シノムラ化学工業 Co., Ltd. as a subsidiary, despite lower orders resulting from reduced demand for packaging tape due to logistics disruptions caused by COVID-19 and a lull in demand for protective tape used in preparation for natural disasters. For release paper, orders related to POP labels and other applications continued to decline because of COVID-19, but revenue increased as orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) recovered and through the acquisition of シノムラ化学工業 Co., Ltd. as a subsidiary. As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥6.2 billion, up 12.5% year on year.」
Despite logistics disruptions, a lull in demand for protective tape, and lower orders related to POP labels, Industrial Materials revenue rose 12.5% year on year because of the acquisition of シノムラ化学工業 as a subsidiary and the recovery of orders for process paper for FPCs. The segment loss narrowed from ¥412.653 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥246.87 million. - FY2021-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Through the acquisition of シノムラ化学工業 Co., Ltd. as a subsidiary, the Group will work to expand its business scale and mutually develop its technologies, thereby improving profitability and strengthening competitiveness and pursuing sustainable growth.」
The company acquired shares in シノムラ化学工業 to expand the scale of the Industrial Materials business and strengthen profitability and competitiveness. It acquired 51% of the voting rights on 1 October 2020, representing concrete progress toward expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2021-Q1Segment loss narrowed despite lower revenueAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue as tape manufacturers increased production of protective tape in preparation for natural disasters, despite lower demand for packaging tape due to logistics disruptions caused by the spread of COVID-19. For release paper, orders related to automotive parts and POP labels declined because of the impact of COVID-19, while orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) were also sluggish, resulting in lower revenue. As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥1,665 million, down 6.2% year on year.」
Although Industrial Materials’ overall revenue declined 6.2% year on year, the segment loss narrowed from ¥131.08 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥121.575 million. The filing reported a reduction in losses, although revenue did not grow. - FY2020AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥7.3 billion, up 3.6% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 3.6% year on year, and the operating loss narrowed from ¥827 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥547 million. Although the segment did not eliminate its deficit, the company reported measurable progress toward expanding revenue and improving profitability. - FY2020-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue on expanded transactions with domestic tape manufacturers through rationalisation and pricing responses, as well as increased demand associated with recovery from typhoon damage. For release paper, orders for automotive-parts-related and general-use applications were sluggish, but orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) recovered as the smartphone market regained momentum, resulting in higher revenue. As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥5,510 million, up 4.4% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 4.4% year on year, driven by expanded transactions through rationalisation and pricing responses and the recovery of orders for process paper for FPCs. The segment loss narrowed from ¥640.719 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥412.653 million, indicating measurable progress toward moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2020-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue as orders increased through pricing responses associated with rationalisation and expanded sales by domestic tape-manufacturer customers, despite stagnant demand for adhesive tape used in construction and logistics. For release paper, orders for automotive-parts-related and general-use applications remained firm, while orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) recovered as the smartphone market regained momentum, resulting in higher revenue. As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥3,573 million, up 7.2% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 7.2% year on year, driven by pricing responses associated with rationalisation, expanded sales by customers, firm orders for automotive-parts and general-use applications, and the recovery of orders for process paper for FPCs. The segment loss narrowed from ¥462.239 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥282.44 million. - FY2020-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded higher revenue as the company captured new projects. For release paper, orders in both the automotive-parts and general-use fields remained firm, while orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) also recovered, resulting in higher revenue. As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥1,775 million, up 5.9% year on year.」
Industrial Materials quarterly revenue rose 5.9% year on year, driven by the capture of new projects, firm orders for existing applications, and the recovery of orders for process paper for FPCs. - FY2019WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥7,045 million, down 3.1% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined for the full year, and the segment recorded a loss of ¥827.36 million. The situation deteriorated relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2019-Q3WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥5,280 million, down 4.8% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined 4.8% year on year, and the segment loss widened from ¥573.67 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥640.719 million. Earnings deteriorated relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2019-Q2WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥3,332 million, down 6.8% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined 6.8% for the cumulative second quarter, and the segment loss widened from ¥403.9 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥462.239 million. The situation deteriorated relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2019-Q1WorsenedAnnual report
「Laminated products for paper and fabric, used in applications such as tape substrates, recorded lower revenue as intensified competition among tape manufacturers reduced order opportunities, despite firm logistics activity and rising demand for adhesive tape. For release paper, orders for electronic-component and medical applications remained firm, but orders for process paper for FPCs (flexible printed circuit boards) declined as customers adjusted production in response to a slowdown in the smartphone market, resulting in lower revenue. As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥1,677 million, down 9.0% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined because of intensified competition and production adjustments associated with the slowdown in the smartphone market, worsening the situation relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2018WorsenedAnnual report
「Industrial Materials revenue turned to growth, rising 1.0% year on year, reversing the declining trend of the past several years. However, the company failed to secure sufficient orders to match the expanded production capacity resulting from the operation of the new Kakegawa Factory WEST, and fell short of its sales target. On the earnings side, profitability declined substantially because of higher depreciation expenses for the new factory and rising raw-material costs. As a result, the operating loss widened from ¥417 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥789 million.」
Industrial Materials returned to revenue growth, but the company could not secure orders commensurate with Kakegawa Factory WEST’s capacity, and the operating loss widened from ¥417 million to ¥789 million. Earnings deteriorated further relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2018-Q3WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥5,545 million, up 3.1% year on year.」
Although Industrial Materials revenue rose 3.1% year on year, the segment loss widened from ¥247.176 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥573.67 million. Earnings continued to deteriorate relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2018-Q2WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥3,577 million, up 1.6% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue rose 1.6% year on year, while the segment loss widened from ¥96.209 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥403.9 million. Earnings deteriorated further in the effort to move away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2018-Q1WorsenedAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥1,842 million, up 4.4% year on year.」
Although Industrial Materials revenue rose 4.4% year on year, the segment loss widened from ¥1.748 million in the previous year’s corresponding period to ¥180.499 million. Current-period earnings deteriorated relative to the goal of moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2017-Q3Deterioration in current-period results relative to the targetAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥5,376 million, down 4.5% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined 4.5% year on year, and the segment recorded a loss of ¥247.176 million. Revenue declines and losses continued, contrary to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2017-Q2Deterioration in current-period results relative to the targetAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥3,521 million, down 5.1% year on year.」
Industrial Materials revenue declined 5.1% year on year, and the segment recorded a loss of ¥96.209 million. Current-period results deteriorated relative to the goals of expanding revenue and moving away from the low-profitability structure. - FY2017-Q1Deterioration in current-period results relative to the targetAnnual report
「As a result, revenue for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year was ¥1,764 million, down 7.5% year on year.」
Against the target of expanding Industrial Materials revenue and moving away from its low-profitability structure, revenue declined in the quarter and the segment recorded a loss of ¥1.748 million. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「The company will work to expand this segment’s revenue and move away from its low-profitability structure by expanding its product lineup for electrical-materials process paper and commercialising process paper for carbon-fibre prepreg.」
The measures are to expand the product lineup and commercialise process paper for carbon-fibre prepreg.