Expansion of Overseas Business Focusing on South Korea, China, Taiwan and the United States
First written in FY2016. 20 of 37 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2018-Q2. Latest entry: FY2026.
2 other companies' latest entry also says "Other".
- FY2026Regional performance following the pullback from large-scale projects and continued sales activities in SingaporeAnnual report
「(Other) In the previous consolidated fiscal year, as part of the sales strategy for achieving the medium-term management plan “TTT-26” and to address the decentralization of semiconductor manufacturing sites, the Company established Nomura Micro Science Singapore Pte. Ltd. and included it in the scope of consolidation. Accordingly, “Other” was added as a new reportable segment. Operations began in the first quarter, and sales of ¥16 million were recorded from orders for maintenance services and consumables. As establishment costs and other expenses could not be fully absorbed, the operating loss was ¥21 million.」
In the overseas business, South Korea reported higher sales and operating income as large-scale projects progressed, while China, Taiwan and the United States reported lower sales and operating income due mainly to the reaction to large-scale projects. The Singapore entity continued operations and recorded full-year sales of ¥16 million and an operating loss of ¥21 million. - FY2026-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「In the previous consolidated fiscal year, as part of the sales strategy for achieving the medium-term management plan “TTT-26” and to address the decentralization of semiconductor manufacturing sites, the Company established Nomura Micro Science Singapore Pte. Ltd. and included it in the scope of consolidation. Accordingly, “Other” was added as a new reportable segment. Operations began in the current interim consolidated accounting period, and sales of ¥6 million were recorded from orders for maintenance services and consumables. However, the Company was unable to absorb establishment costs and other expenses, resulting in an operating loss of ¥13 million.」
Regarding expansion of the overseas business, the Singapore entity established in the previous fiscal year began operations in the current interim period and recorded sales of ¥6 million from maintenance services and consumables. It also recorded an operating loss of ¥13 million due to establishment costs and other expenses. - FY2025AdvancedAnnual report
「As a medium-term growth strategy, the Group is focusing on accelerating growth in pharmaceutical-related fields, primarily in Japan, in addition to the electronics industry, including semiconductors, while promoting orders for maintenance services and consumables and working to secure stable earnings.」
The sales territory is expanding into Southeast Asia and India. The establishment of a local entity in Singapore and an order for a water treatment system for India's first semiconductor manufacturing plant were disclosed, indicating that expansion of the overseas business is progressing into specific new regions and projects. - FY2025-H1Decline in overseas sales as large overseas projects run their courseAnnual report
「For water treatment systems, sales were ¥10,396 million, down 64.1% year on year, as sales from large-scale water treatment systems ordered in Japan contributed, while large-scale water treatment system projects in overseas markets had largely run their course.」
In the overseas business, sales declined year on year in South Korea, China, Taiwan and the United States as large-scale water treatment system projects ran their course. In particular, U.S. sales were ¥1,581 million, down 91.0% year on year, due mainly to the reaction to the large project in the previous year. - FY2024AdvancedAnnual report
「United States: Due mainly to steady progress on construction of large-scale water treatment projects already ordered, sales increased substantially to ¥33,691 million, up 505.3% year on year, and operating income was ¥3,547 million, up 436.0%.」
In the overseas business, the large-scale water treatment project in the United States progressed substantially over the full year, with U.S. sales up 505.3% year on year and operating income up 436.0%. - FY2024-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「⑤ United States: Due mainly to steady progress on construction of large-scale water treatment systems already ordered, sales were ¥33,143 million, compared with ¥139 million in the same period of the previous year, and operating income was ¥3,142 million, compared with ¥20 million.」
Construction of large-scale water treatment systems already ordered progressed in the United States, resulting in sales of ¥33,143 million and operating income of ¥3,142 million. Overseas business results expanded substantially from the same period of the previous year. - FY2024-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「United States: Due mainly to steady progress on construction of a large-scale water treatment system ordered in the previous year, sales were ¥17,548 million, compared with ¥54 million in the same period of the previous year, and operating income was ¥1,732 million, compared with ¥7 million.」
The Group's active overseas sales and order-taking activities led to progress on construction of the large-scale water treatment system ordered in the previous year in the United States, resulting in sales of ¥17,548 million and operating income of ¥1,732 million. Operating income in South Korea, China and Taiwan also exceeded the same period of the previous year, demonstrating continued expansion of the overseas business. - FY2024-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「United States: Due mainly to steady progress on construction of a large-scale water treatment system ordered from a semiconductor-related company in the previous year, sales were ¥4,294 million, compared with ¥0 million in the same period of the previous year, and operating income was ¥405 million, compared with an operating loss of ¥4 million.」
Recognition of sales from a large-scale water treatment system project in the United States, which had not contributed in the same period of the previous year, progressed, resulting in sales of ¥4,294 million and operating income of ¥405 million. The progress of the U.S. project provided specific results demonstrating expansion of the overseas business. Meanwhile, total orders received fell 82.7% due to the reaction to the large project ordered in the same period of the previous year. - FY2023AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result of these business activities, orders received increased substantially to ¥76,558 million, up 84.4% from the previous fiscal year, due mainly to increased orders for large-scale water treatment system projects from semiconductor-related companies in each region amid strong capital investment.」
Orders for large-scale water treatment systems increased in each region, resulting in orders received of ¥76,558 million, up 84.4% year on year. South Korea, China, Taiwan and the United States each also recorded increases in sales and operating income, indicating continued full-year progress in expanding the overseas business. - FY2023-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result of these business activities, orders received increased substantially to ¥65,407 million, up 142.2% year on year, due mainly to increased orders from semiconductor-related companies in China, Taiwan and South Korea amid strong semiconductor capital investment, as well as orders for large-scale water treatment systems in the United States and other regions. In addition, at a meeting held on 14 December 2022, the Company's Board of Directors resolved to acquire all equity interests in 水翼（上海）成套工程有限公司, and completed the acquisition on 20 January 2023.」
Orders received increased 142.2% year on year due to increased orders in China, Taiwan and South Korea and orders for large-scale water treatment systems in the United States and other regions. In addition, the Company resolved to acquire all equity interests in China's 水翼（上海）成套工程有限公司 and completed the acquisition on 20 January 2023, making the expansion of its overseas business base more concrete. - FY2023-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Under these circumstances, the Group pursued an active sales effort, focusing overseas on semiconductor- and FPD-related companies and domestically on pharmaceutical- and semiconductor-related companies, and worked to secure orders. As a result of these business activities, orders received increased substantially to ¥58,865 million, up 232.5% year on year, due mainly to increased orders from semiconductor-related companies in China, Taiwan and South Korea amid strong semiconductor capital investment, as well as orders for large-scale water treatment systems in the United States and other regions.」
The Group continued its active sales efforts in Japan and overseas, and orders received increased 232.5% year on year due to increased orders in China, Taiwan and South Korea and orders for large-scale water treatment systems in the United States and other regions. - FY2023-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result of these business activities, orders received increased substantially to ¥38,104 million, up 195.5% year on year, due mainly to increased orders from semiconductor-related companies in China and South Korea amid strong semiconductor capital investment, as well as orders for large-scale water treatment systems in the United States.」
The Group's active overseas sales and order-taking activities resulted in increased orders in China and South Korea and an order for a large-scale water treatment system in the United States, driving a 195.5% year-on-year increase in orders received. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「Taiwan: Orders for water treatment systems, maintenance services and consumables remained firm, primarily from semiconductor-related companies. Sales were ¥4,750 million, up 94.5%, due mainly to steady progress on water treatment system projects for semiconductor-related companies, and operating income was ¥622 million, up 81.4%. United States: Orders for consumables from semiconductor-related companies remained firm, resulting in sales of ¥220 million, up 188.5%, and operating income of ¥56 million, due mainly to lower selling, general and administrative expenses, compared with operating income of ¥0 million in the previous fiscal year.」
Sales and operating income increased in Taiwan and the United States, providing full-year results demonstrating specific progress in expanding the overseas business. - FY2022-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「② Asia: Due mainly to progress on water treatment system projects ordered by semiconductor-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan, sales were ¥9,951 million, up 28.6%, and operating income was ¥1,087 million, up 52.0%, due mainly to higher sales and operating income from water treatment systems, maintenance services and consumables. ③ United States: Orders for maintenance services and consumables from semiconductor-related companies increased substantially, resulting in sales of ¥186 million, up 267.3%, and operating income of ¥43 million, due mainly to lower selling, general and administrative expenses, compared with an operating loss of ¥3 million in the same period of the previous year.」
Asia recorded increases of 28.6% in sales and 52.0% in operating income, while the United States maintained profitability, with operating income of ¥43 million due to increased orders for maintenance services and consumables. The results show specific increases in sales and operating income across the overseas regions. - FY2022-Q2Higher sales and operating income in Asia, U.S. return to profitabilityAnnual report
「Under these circumstances, the Group pursued an active sales effort, focusing overseas on semiconductor- and FPD-related companies and domestically on pharmaceutical- and semiconductor-related companies, and worked to secure orders. ③ United States: Due to sales of consumables to semiconductor-related companies, sales were ¥37 million, down 12.4%, while operating income was ¥3 million, due mainly to lower selling, general and administrative expenses, compared with an operating loss of ¥2 million in the same period of the previous year.」
While the Group continued its active sales efforts, Asia reported higher sales and operating income, with sales of ¥4,753 million and operating income of ¥577 million. In the United States, sales declined, while operating income returned to profitability. - FY2021Substantial increase in sales in Asia, continued decline in U.S. salesAnnual report
「Asia: Due mainly to progress on water treatment system projects ordered by semiconductor-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan, sales were ¥11,013 million, up 53.5%, and operating income was ¥1,053 million, up 96.3%, due mainly to lower selling, general and administrative expenses. United States: Due to lower sales of consumables to semiconductor-related companies, sales were ¥76 million, down 76.0%, and operating income was ¥0 million, down 99.2%.」
Asia recorded increases of 53.5% in sales and 96.3% in operating income, while U.S. sales fell 76.0%, with regional differences continuing. - FY2021-Q3Higher sales in Asia, worsening decline in U.S. salesAnnual report
「Under these circumstances, the Group pursued an active sales effort, focusing overseas on semiconductor- and FPD-related companies and domestically on semiconductor- and pharmaceutical-related companies, and worked to secure orders.」
While the Group continued its active sales efforts, Asia recorded sales of ¥7,736 million and operating income of ¥715 million as water treatment system projects progressed. In the United States, sales fell 83.0% year on year to ¥50 million due to lower consumables sales, and an operating loss of ¥3 million was recorded. - FY2021-Q2Continued higher sales in Asia and lower sales in the United StatesAnnual report
「Under these circumstances, the Group pursued an active sales effort, focusing overseas on semiconductor- and FPD-related companies and domestically on semiconductor- and pharmaceutical-related companies, and worked to secure orders. ② Asia: Due mainly to progress on water treatment system projects ordered by semiconductor-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan, sales were ¥4,691 million, up 31.2%, and operating income was ¥359 million, up 79.2%, due mainly to lower selling, general and administrative expenses. ③ United States: Due to sales of consumables to semiconductor-related companies, sales were ¥42 million, down 59.4%, and the operating loss was ¥2 million, compared with operating income of ¥4 million in the same period of the previous year.」
While the Group continued its active sales efforts, Asia recorded a 31.2% increase in sales and a 79.2% increase in operating income, whereas the United States reported a 59.4% decline in sales and an operating loss, with regional differences continuing. - FY2021-Q1Higher sales in Asia, substantially lower sales in the United StatesAnnual report
「② Asia: Due mainly to progress on construction of equipment projects ordered by semiconductor-related companies in China and Taiwan, sales were ¥1,837 million, up 16.9% year on year, and operating income was ¥91 million, up 32.9%, due mainly to lower selling, general and administrative expenses. ③ United States: Due to sales of consumables to semiconductor-related companies, sales were ¥1 million, down 89.8%, and the operating loss was ¥5 million, compared with an operating loss of ¥6 million in the same period of the previous year.」
Asia reported higher sales and operating income as equipment projects progressed, while sales of consumables in the United States fell 89.8% year on year, indicating different trends across overseas regions. - FY2020U.S. improvement, continued slowdown in AsiaAnnual report
「Asia: Due mainly to delays in construction progress for water treatment systems ordered by semiconductor-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan, and postponed investment plans, sales were ¥7,177 million, down 35.1% year on year, and operating income was ¥536 million, down 24.2%. United States: Due mainly to renovation work on existing systems ordered by semiconductor-related companies, sales were ¥319 million, up 232.7%, and operating income was ¥63 million, compared with an operating loss of ¥8 million in the previous fiscal year.」
Asia reported lower sales and operating income due to delays in construction progress and postponed investment plans, while sales and operating income improved in the United States due to renovation work on existing systems. - FY2020-Q3U.S. improvement, Asia slowdownAnnual report
「③ United States: Due mainly to renovation work on existing systems ordered by semiconductor-related companies, sales were ¥298 million, compared with ¥11 million in the same period of the previous year, and operating income was ¥81 million, compared with an operating loss of ¥32 million in the same period of the previous year.」
In the overseas business, sales and operating income improved in the United States due to renovation work on existing systems, while Asia reported lower sales and operating income due to delays in water treatment system projects and postponed investment plans, indicating different trends by region. - FY2020-Q2RestatedAnnual report
「Under these circumstances, the Group pursued an active sales effort, focusing overseas on semiconductor- and FPD-related companies and domestically on semiconductor- and pharmaceutical-related companies, and continued working to secure orders, particularly in the South Korean and Chinese markets, where investment appetite among semiconductor- and FPD-related companies remained strong.」
The Group continues its policy of active sales efforts in Japan and overseas and securing orders, particularly in the South Korean and Chinese markets. - FY2019AdvancedAnnual report
「As a result of these business activities, sales of water treatment systems were ¥16,203 million, up 28.0% year on year, due to progress on construction of water treatment systems ordered by domestic semiconductor-related companies and semiconductor and LCD-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan. Sales of maintenance services and consumables were ¥7,461 million, down 6.7%, due to a decline in orders resulting mainly from the postponement of scheduled maintenance. Sales in other businesses were ¥1,467 million, up 53.6%, due mainly to increased orders for PVDF piping materials, particularly in Taiwan.」
Full-year results for the overseas business show progress on water treatment system projects, primarily in South Korea, China and Taiwan, as well as the establishment of a Vietnamese subsidiary and a 43.1% increase in sales in Asia. - FY2019-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Due mainly to progress on construction of ultrapure water production systems and other equipment ordered by semiconductor and LCD-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan, as well as Korean LCD-related companies that had expanded into Vietnam, net sales were ¥8,764 million, up 91.3% year on year, and operating income was ¥568 million, up 165.8%.」
Construction projects for Korean companies that had expanded into Vietnam progressed in addition to projects in South Korea, China and Taiwan, resulting in substantial year-on-year increases in sales and operating income in Asia. - FY2019-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition, in August 2018, the Company established a subsidiary in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to conduct order-taking activities, construction, sales and maintenance for ultrapure water production systems in the country.」
As a specific step in expanding the overseas business, the Company established a subsidiary in Vietnam in August 2018 to handle activities ranging from order-taking and construction to sales and maintenance. - FY2019-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「Due mainly to progress on construction of ultrapure water production systems ordered by semiconductor and LCD-related companies in South Korea, China and Taiwan, net sales were ¥3,432 million, up 148.4% year on year, and operating income was ¥168 million, up 254.9%.」
Construction projects in Asia progressed, resulting in substantial increases in net sales and operating income. In addition, the decision to establish a subsidiary in Vietnam was disclosed as a subsequent event, indicating continued expansion of the overseas business base. In the United States, however, there were no sales of water treatment systems, maintenance services or consumables during the quarter, resulting in an operating loss. - FY2018AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group conducted active sales activities overseas targeting semiconductor- and LCD-related companies and in Japan targeting pharmaceutical- and semiconductor-related companies, while working to secure orders mainly in the South Korean and Chinese markets, where semiconductor companies' capital investment was strong. As a result of these business activities, revenue in Asia was ¥772 million, up 38.4% year on year, and revenue in the United States was ¥369 million, up 129.1% year on year.」
Sales activities and order expansion progressed in Asia, particularly South Korea and China, and in the United States, producing tangible growth in regional revenue. - FY2018-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「① Japan: Revenue was ¥817 million, up 39.4% year on year, and operating income was ¥327 million, compared with an operating loss of ¥20 million in the same period of the previous year. This reflected progress on construction of ultrapure water production equipment projects ordered by pharmaceutical- and semiconductor-related companies in Japan and semiconductor- and LCD-related companies in South Korea and China, as well as increased orders for maintenance and consumables in each region. ② Asia: Revenue was ¥458 million, up 16.5% year on year, and operating income was ¥213 million, up 66.1% year on year. This reflected progress on construction of ultrapure water production equipment and other projects ordered by semiconductor- and LCD-related companies in China, Taiwan and South Korea, as well as increased orders for maintenance and consumables in China and Taiwan. ③ United States: Revenue was ¥353 million, up 165.6% year on year, and operating income was ¥85 million, up 422.9% year on year, mainly reflecting sales of consumables to semiconductor-related companies.」
Revenue increased in Japan, Asia and the United States. In the United States, revenue increased 165.6% year on year and operating income increased 422.9%, demonstrating tangible progress in expanding overseas operations. - FY2018-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group continued to conduct active sales activities overseas, focusing on semiconductor- and LCD-related companies, and in Japan, focusing on pharmaceutical- and semiconductor-related companies. It also proceeded with preparations to commercialize a water purification and wastewater treatment business in Guizhou Province, China. Revenue was ¥279 million, mainly from sales of consumables to semiconductor-related companies, compared with ¥17 million in the same period of the previous year, and operating income was ¥64 million, compared with an operating loss of ¥2 million in the same period of the previous year.」
The company continued its overseas sales activities, with revenue in the United States increasing from ¥17 million in the same period of the previous year to ¥279 million, while also recording operating income. This demonstrates tangible progress in expanding overseas operations. - FY2018-Q1RestatedAnnual report
「The Group's overseas revenue ratio is approximately 60%, and its markets have expanded from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions. The Group recognizes that securing and developing engineers capable of managing operations across this broader geographic area is important to securing recurring orders through improved customer satisfaction and providing a rapid response.」
The company continues to emphasize an overseas revenue ratio of approximately 60%, broader sales regions and the ability to respond to operations across the broader geographic area. - FY2017RestatedAnnual report
「The Group's overseas revenue ratio was 65.7% in the fiscal year ended March 2017, and its markets have expanded from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions」
The company continues its policy of expanding sales regions from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions, with an overseas revenue ratio of 65.7%. - FY2017-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「The Group's overseas revenue ratio is approximately 60%, and its markets have expanded from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions. The Group continues to regard securing and developing engineers capable of managing operations across this broader geographic area as important to securing recurring orders through improved customer satisfaction and providing a rapid response.」
The company continues to emphasize an overseas revenue ratio of approximately 60%, broader sales regions, recurring orders and rapid response. - FY2017-Q2RestatedAnnual report
「The Group's overseas revenue ratio is approximately 60%, and its markets have expanded from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions. The Group continues to regard securing and developing engineers capable of managing operations across this broader geographic area as important to securing recurring orders through improved customer satisfaction and providing a rapid response.」
The company continues to prioritize the expansion of overseas revenue and sales regions and the ability to respond to operations across the broader geographic area. - FY2017-Q1RestatedAnnual report
「The Group's overseas revenue ratio is approximately 60%, and its markets have expanded from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions. The Group recognizes that securing and developing engineers capable of managing operations across this broader geographic area is important to securing recurring orders through improved customer satisfaction and providing a rapid response.」
The company continues to highlight the importance of expanding overseas revenue and sales regions, responding to customers, and securing personnel. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「The Group's overseas revenue ratio was 71% in the fiscal year ended March 2016, and its markets have expanded from the former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions. The Group recognizes that securing and developing engineers capable of managing operations across this broader geographic area is important to securing recurring orders through improved customer satisfaction and providing a rapid response.」
Against a backdrop of an overseas revenue ratio of 71%, the company has expanded its order regions from its former focus on South Korea and Taiwan to China, the United States and other regions.