UBE Executive and Leadership Team

Anusara Suthikulavet, the Ube Chemicals Public Company Limited President & Chief Executive Officer (Asia) at UBE, directs all regional chemical manufacturing operations across the Asian market. Overseeing the production of specialty chemicals and plastics, the President & Chief Executive Officer (Asia) ensures alignment with corporate quality standards and regional demand. This leadership role involves managing complex supply chains and optimizing manufacturing efficiency to support the broader chemical portfolio. By fostering strategic partnerships within the Asian industrial sector, Anusara Suthikulavet directly impacts the competitive positioning of the organization. The President & Chief Executive Officer (Asia) also coordinates with global leadership to integrate regional innovations into the worldwide product strategy. Through rigorous oversight of chemical processing facilities, the President & Chief Executive Officer (Asia) maintains high safety standards while driving consistent output growth across the entire Asian territory.

Kazuhiro Hata, the UBE CORPORATION AMERICA INC. President and Chief Executive Officer at UBE, manages all North American business activities and market expansion initiatives. Overseeing the distribution of industrial machinery and metal products, the President and Chief Executive Officer drives revenue growth through targeted sales strategies and client engagement. This leadership role requires constant collaboration with the global board to ensure that North American operations reflect the core mission of the chemical manufacturing entity. By streamlining logistics and enhancing customer service protocols, Kazuhiro Hata strengthens the market presence of the company within the United States and surrounding regions. The President and Chief Executive Officer also monitors competitive trends to adjust product offerings accordingly. Through effective management of regional assets, the President and Chief Executive Officer secures a stable foundation for long-term profitability and operational excellence across the North American landscape.

Toshio Kanda, the Chief Financial Officer & Head Chief Revenue Officer, Sustainability, Head of Corporate Communication, Head of Corporate Planning, Head of Corporate Affairs, Head of Finance at UBE, architects the global financial strategy and corporate planning framework. Overseeing fiscal health and revenue generation, the Chief Financial Officer & Head Chief Revenue Officer, Sustainability, Head of Corporate Communication, Head of Corporate Planning, Head of Corporate Affairs, Head of Finance ensures that capital allocation supports sustainable manufacturing goals. This leadership role involves managing corporate communications and investor relations to maintain transparency and trust. By integrating sustainability metrics into financial reporting, Toshio Kanda drives the company toward environmentally responsible growth. The Chief Financial Officer & Head Chief Revenue Officer, Sustainability, Head of Corporate Communication, Head of Corporate Planning, Head of Corporate Affairs, Head of Finance also coordinates with other executives to align corporate affairs with long-term strategic objectives. Through precise financial oversight, the Chief Financial Officer & Head Chief Revenue Officer, Sustainability, Head of Corporate Communication, Head of Corporate Planning, Head of Corporate Affairs, Head of Finance stabilizes the balance sheet while fostering innovation.

Tetsuo Onuki, the Chief Technology Officer Head of Research & Development at UBE, directs the innovation pipeline and technical advancement of chemical and material products. Overseeing research laboratories and development teams, the Chief Technology Officer Head of Research & Development ensures that new product formulations meet evolving industrial requirements. This leadership role involves collaborating with manufacturing units to scale laboratory breakthroughs into commercial-grade solutions. By prioritizing research into advanced plastics and specialty chemicals, Tetsuo Onuki maintains the technological edge of the company in a competitive global market. The Chief Technology Officer Head of Research & Development also evaluates emerging technologies to identify opportunities for process improvement and product diversification. Through the strategic management of intellectual property and technical talent, the Chief Technology Officer Head of Research & Development supports the overarching mission of delivering high-quality, reliable materials to diverse industrial sectors worldwide.