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Message from the president

2026 New Year Address – 2026 年頭の辞

Over the past few years, SDMI has faced challenging times with unstable business performance, including fluctuations in orders and profit. In fact, operating hours in 2025 were approximately 15% lower than in 2024. I understand that some of you may have felt uncertain during this period.

One major reason for this decline was that the plant engineering operation hour ratio—the percentage of plant operations to total operating hours—hit the lowest level in our history. However, in 2026, operations are expected to recover to the same level as in 2023–2024. We are now beginning to see clear signs of increased activity this year.

This progress is possible because you never gave up. You continued to approach your work with sincerity and dedication. For that, I want to express my deepest gratitude. Your patience and hard work have brought us to this moment. Thanks to your commitment, our efforts are beginning to bear fruit.

We also expect similar positive trends into 2027, as we received news at the end of last year, getting a part of contract for a major project from E&E. This is encouraging—but we must not enough. This increase is only a short-term development. If we focus solely on the next one or two busy years, we risk falling back into instability like in 2025. Therefore, we must build new strengths for SDMI as part of a mid-term strategy. My vision is for SDMI to keep challenging itself and continuously pursue growth without complacency.

When I assumed the role of President last November, I said: “Believe in SDMI and Filipinos’ potential. Have a confidence.” I hope you remember those words. At the end of last year, I returned briefly to Japan and met with many clients. Through those conversations, one thing became crystal clear: SDMI is a company with tremendous untapped potential. There are countless opportunities waiting for us.

For example, 3D design services—one of our core strengths—still have huge demand. Many partner companies have yet to fully implement these solutions. There are also opportunities in site services and FEA analysis work. Doors are opening to new fields. Furthermore, SHI’s ICT Group top management wants a stronger partnership with SDMI and has nominated a representative to join our Board of Directors this year. They expect SDMI to play a key role in SHI Group’s DX and ICT business. These are valuable opportunities that can become one of new strengths for SDMI.

But these goals cannot be achieved by me alone. They require every one of you—not just following instructions, not just doing what you’re told, but taking ownership, acting proactively, and leading change. Our time is not infinite, so let’s act with momentum and make this a year of achievement. Let’s move forward together.

Sincerely,
Masakatsu Takayama
President & CEO, SDMI