This transaction
Acquisition of equity interests and conversion into a subsidiaryThe voting-rights ratio is the share of the votes exercisable at a shareholders’ meeting that will be held after this transaction.
Manufacture and sale of ultra-precision machine tools
As many factors that could affect financial performance remain uncertain at this time, it is difficult to provide a numerical earnings forecast. The company will make a timely announcement once a reasonable forecast becomes possible.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Transaction name | Acquisition of equity interests and conversion into a subsidiary |
| Counterparty name | Multiple investors, including corporations (not disclosed due to confidentiality obligations) |
| Name of the Subject Company | Moore Nanotechnology Systems, LLC |
| Business Description of the Subject Company | Manufacture and sale of ultra-precision machine tools |
| Location of the Subject Company | United States (230 Old Homestead Hwy. Swanzey, NH 03446 USA) |
| Capital Stock of the Subject Company | US$2.1 million |
| Date of Establishment of the Subject Company | 26 September 1997 |
| Net Sales of the Subject Company | US$35.55 million (year ended December 2025) |
| Operating Profit of the Subject Company | Operating loss of US$4.23 million (year ended December 2025) |
| Net Assets of the Subject Company | US$51.5 million (year ended December 2025) |
| Acquisition price | Approximately US$150 million (enterprise value). The actual acquisition price is expected to vary depending on liabilities assumed and cash on hand as of the acquisition date. |
| Type of Consideration | Cash (denominated in U.S. dollars) |
| Number of shares acquired | All equity interests (100%). Number of shares and voting rights: Not disclosed |
| Voting rights ownership percentage | Before 0% → after 100% (including 100% indirectly owned) |
| Impact on Business Performance | As many factors that could affect financial performance remain uncertain at this time, it is difficult to provide a numerical earnings forecast. The company will make a timely announcement once a reasonable forecast becomes possible. |
| Date of board resolution | 18 May 2026 |
| Contract Date | 18 May 2026 |
| Execution Date / Effective Date | Second half of 2026 (scheduled) |
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The reasons the company gives
The company's own explanation, not something inferred from the numbers.To expand its ultra-precision machining business in North America, Europe and other markets, Shibaura Machine will leverage Moore Nanotechnology Systems, LLC's sales and service network, track record, expertise and brand strength to expand sales and develop new markets in the United States and Europe. The companies also intend to improve product development efficiency and reduce costs by sharing resources, while expanding the functions of the technical center in the United States.