Strategic Research and Development to Drive Future Growth and the Launch of Products and Services

「During the fiscal year, R&D activities were conducted under the 2026 Medium-Term Management Plan and the long-term management vision Vision2033, with the aim of establishing the foundations for future businesses and strengthening the competitiveness of existing businesses. R&D was advanced with the Technical Development Research Institute at the core, in cooperation with each business division and Group company. Total R&D expenses for the fiscal year were ¥522 million.」

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「During the fiscal year, R&D activities were conducted under the leadership of the Technical Development Research Institute, in close cooperation with the technical, sales and production divisions of each Business Headquarters and Group companies, in line with the development plan based on the basic policies of the 2026 Medium-Term Management Plan. Key achievements during the fiscal year included technological development aimed at expanding the range of interior building materials, including the development of the concrete-look interior board “BEoNA (ベオナ)™,” which was launched last year and well received, to meet diversifying customer needs, and improvements in the performance of humidity-control building materials that absorb moisture and formaldehyde and contribute to a comfortable environment. Other key achievements included the development of cooling methods and materials for marine LNG fuel tanks, high-performance gaskets for developed markets, and friction materials for the ASEAN and Indian markets. Total R&D expenses for the fiscal year were ¥512 million.」

「Total R&D expenses for the six-month interim period were ¥250 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the six-month interim period.」

「During the fiscal year, R&D activities were conducted under the leadership of the Technical Development Research Institute, in close cooperation with the Business Promotion and Technical Departments of each Business Headquarters, the sales and production divisions and Group companies, in line with the development plan based on the basic policies of the 2023 Medium-Term Management Plan. The focus of R&D was on strategic themes that address market needs and could become future core businesses for the Group, based on the long-term management vision Vision2033, with the aim of launching products that achieve high customer satisfaction and improving services.」

「Total R&D expenses for the nine-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥322 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the nine-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the six-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥209 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the six-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the three-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥104 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the three-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Key achievements during the fiscal year included the development of sealing materials and friction materials, primarily for automotive applications, improvements to environmentally friendly disc rolls, advancement of thermal insulation methods for LNG-fueled vessels, and the launch of spray-type disinfectants as products related to preventing the spread of infection.」

「Total R&D expenses for the three-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥80 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the three-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Key achievements during the fiscal year included the development of sealing materials and friction materials, primarily for automotive applications, the advancement of environmentally friendly disc rolls, obtaining certifications related to marine vessels, and the elimination of RCF from various industrial products, including nonmetallic industrial expansion joints. Total R&D expenses for the fiscal year were ¥434 million.」

「Total R&D expenses for the nine-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥332 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the nine-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the three-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥107 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the three-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「During the fiscal year, R&D activities were conducted under the leadership of the Technical Development Research Institute, in close cooperation with the Business Promotion Headquarters, the technical departments of each Business Headquarters, the sales and production divisions and Group companies, in line with the development plan based on the basic policies of the 2020 Medium-Term Management Plan. The focus of R&D was on strategic themes that address market needs and could become future core businesses for the Group, with the aim of launching products that achieve high customer satisfaction and improving services. Key achievements during the fiscal year included the development of high-performance decorative laminates to meet diversifying customer needs and the launch of the calcium silicate board fire-resistant partition wall “FP Hi-Rack 13・13 Fire Resistant.” Total R&D expenses for the fiscal year were ¥479 million.」

「Total R&D expenses for the nine-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥357 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the nine-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the three-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥116 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the three-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the nine-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥328 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the nine-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the six-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥228 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the six-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the first quarter of the fiscal year were ¥111 million. There were no significant changes in the group’s R&D activities during the first quarter.」

「During the fiscal year, R&D activities were conducted under the leadership of the Technical Development Research Institute, in close cooperation with the newly established Business Promotion Department, as well as the sales and production divisions and Group companies, in line with the basic policies set out in the 2017 Medium-Term Management Plan. Key achievements during the fiscal year included the development of high-performance decorative laminates to meet diversifying customer needs and improvements in the workability of building panels that contribute to labor savings at construction sites. Total R&D expenses were ¥442 million.」

「Total R&D expenses for the nine-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥327 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the nine-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the six-month period ended in the current quarter were ¥221 million. There were no material changes in the R&D activities of the Group during the six-month period ended in the current quarter.」

「Total R&D expenses for the first quarter of the fiscal year were ¥109 million. There were no significant changes in the group’s R&D activities during the first quarter.」

「The main achievements during the fiscal year included the development of high-performance decorative laminates, the renewal of laminate colors and shorter production lead times through production technology. The main achievements also included the development of friction and sealing materials, primarily for automobiles, higher productivity for thermal insulation and fireproof insulation materials, continued development of industrial Disc Rolls, development of fireproof coating materials for plants and other facilities, certification related to ships, and the elimination of RCF from various industrial products. Total R&D expenses were ¥476 million.」

「Total R&D expenses for the first nine months of the fiscal year were ¥339 million. There were no significant changes in the group’s R&D activities during the first nine months.」

「Total R&D expenses for the first six months of the fiscal year were ¥225 million. There were no significant changes in the group’s R&D activities during the first six months.」

「Total R&D expenses for the first quarter of the fiscal year were ¥111 million. There were no significant changes in the group’s R&D activities during the first quarter.」

「During the fiscal year, R&D activities were conducted in line with the basic policies set out in the 2017 medium-term management plan, led by the Institute for Technology Development in close cooperation with the sales and production divisions and group companies. R&D focused on strategically important themes that meet market needs and could become future growth pillars for the group, with the aim of launching products that deliver high customer satisfaction and improving services. Total R&D expenses were ¥499 million.」