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Koshiro KudoSenior Executive Officer
President, Performance Products SBUNovember 14, 2019
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Outline
1. Mission of Performance Products SBU
2. Main products and basic strategy
3. New business development
4. Strategy through acquisition of Sage
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Make 1+1+1 more than 3
1. Fibers + Performance polymers + Consumables − Creating synergy −
2. Mobility + Environment & Energy + Life Material− Growth in priority fields for provision of value −
3. Advantage in materials x Processing x Globalization− Value chain management −
1. Mission of Performance Products SBU
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Today’s focus
Materials by priority fields for provision of value
S-SBR (tires)Synthetic rubber, elastomers (vibration isolation, interior, etc.)
Engineering plastics (lightweighting)
Leona nylon 66 filament (airbags, tire cord)
Lamous artificial suede (seats, interior)
Sage Automotive Interiors, Inc.
SunForce m-PPE foamed beads (condensation prevention for EV)
Main products and overview of basic strategy
Materials Processing/forming Sale
Performance polymersPolymers ⇒ Compounding ⇒ Sale
Fibers, air bagYarn ⇒ Weaving/sewing ⇒ Sale
CAE*
Mobility
LifeMaterial
Environment& Energy
Reinforcing value chain⇒ Gaining midstream business,
strengthening relationships with customers
Develop advantage in materials globally by reinforcing the value chain, achieve growth in priority fields for provision of value
Example:
FibersPerformance polymers Consumables
Saran Wrap cling film,Bemberg cupro fiber, etc.
Elastomers,Xyron modified polyphenylene ether, etc.
* Computer-aided engineering
2. Main products and basic strategy
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Changing needs in MobilityRequirements for CASE rises with increasing environmental needs
ICE2 only
Electric-drive vehicles (BEV, PHEV, HEV)
Vehicles with ICE
Million units
2 Internal combustion engine
Global production volume by powertrain
(Source: Adapted from IHS material)1 Connected, autonomous, shared/services, electric
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Growth strategy in Mobility
FY 2018 FY 2021 FY 2025
Sale
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Environmental needs(Lightweight, electric, fuel-
efficient, organic solvent-free)
CASE(Enhancing comfort of
vehicle interiors)
Existing productsSynthetic rubber (S-SBR)Engineering plastics, etc.
Synergy with Sage
New business development
Sales growth image in Mobility (Performance Products SBU)
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2. Main products and basic strategy
Aim at continuous growth through a strategy to respond to changes in mobility society
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2.旭化成が目指す姿3. New business development
(foamed engineering plastic, cellulose nanofiber composite material)
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Goals to achieve with foamed engineering plastic
Unique, high value-added products
Modified-PPE foamed beads Foamed polyamide (PA)
Application development technology
Our technologies accumulated over time
Polymer processing technology • Foaming technology
3. New business development
Head cover Smart key caseDoor mirror stay
Turbo duct
Cooling pipe
Engine mount
Radiator tank Lamp socketChain shoe
Combination switch
Ignition switch AT bracket
Inhibitor switch
ABS sensor
Canister
Develop our unique high value-added products to respond to the increasing environmental needs in mobility society, aiming at achieving long-term growth
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* UL94 is a standard for flammability of plastics used for electric equipment by Underwriters Laboratories in the U.S. V-0 indicates high flame retardance.
SunForce m-PPE foamed beads3. New business development
Air
Blue partSunForce molded part
SunForce m-PPE foamed beads, for injection molding
Heat management of a Li-ion battery case for vehicles:Contributes to higher output in a safer and more efficient way
Flame retardance: UL94 V-0*Heat resistance: 100°C
Uniform cooling of cells Cells/modules
Insulation from external temperature
Insulation from high temperature parts Controller
SunForce (at 10x foaming ratio)
Modified-PPE resin (solid)
Calcium silicate board heat insulator
Iron
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Sound absorbing parts (particularly in engine room) to comply with restrictions on accelerated running noise (Phase 3 in 2024)
• Engine top cover, splash shield• Fender liner• Dash insulator, etc.
Applications and future development of foamed polyamide
• Presentation and proposals to Japanese and European OEMs and suppliers beginning in FY 2019.
• Bench-scale sample provision scheduled from Q4 FY 2019.
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Solvent resistance, high modulus
High heat resistanceMelting point: up to 200°C
Unique polyamide foaming beads
Characteristics of foamed polyamide
• Technology to form continuous voids• Technology to design sound
absorbing/isolation parts
Noise absorption
• Flexibility of molding with foamed beads
• Closed-cell foam with high rigidity and heat insulation
Lightweight(5x foaming ratio)
Moldability
Special molding technology that enables molding foamed polyamide
9 mm thick
18 mm thick27 mm thick
3. New business development
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Features of cellulose nanofiber (CNF)/polyamide composite material Low environmental load (CNF is natural material and carbon neutral) Light weight and excellent shape retention
Environmental material under development for vehicle lightweighting
Cellulose nanofiber
Enables lightweighting with shaperetention equivalent to aluminum
Light
Shape stability
Aluminum
Cellulose nanofiber composite material
Specific gravity
3. New business development
Tree
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Pulp
Fibril
Micro-fibril
Cellulose chain
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Utilize connections with automobile manufacturers against background of high product quality and design capability of Sage
Reinforce global cooperation with automobile manufacturers through enhancement of product variation × production in optimal locations
Create new value and pursue synergy with other automotive-related businesses for the development of next generation vehicle interiors
Basic strategy through acquisition of Sage
Automobile manufacturer
Other parts
Seat design proposal
Fabric Artificial suede New seat material
Cus
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Oth
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Interior design proposal
Tier-2 supplier
Material manufacturer
Tier-1 supplier
3) Creation of new value and pursuit of synergy
1) Reinforcement of value chain
2) Reinforcement of material variation
1) Sales network and applications of existing products expanding remarkably, centered on artificial suede
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4. Strategy through acquisition of Sage
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North America Europe China Japan
FabricExpanding sales
area andproduct lineup
New entry of Asahi Kasei products
Artificial suede Expanding production capacity
Other materials/products Synthetic leather
Expanding business and reinforcing connections with automakers by strengthening the value chain Aiming to be the Global No. 1 vehicle interior material manufacturer in the medium term, by leveraging
Asahi Kasei’s development resources with Sage’s platform and advancing developments toward CASE
Progress of synergy between Asahi Kasei and Sage2)
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Business development
Business expansion
Synergy in existing business
Optimization of manufacturing locations
3) Creation of new value and pursuit of synergy
Sage Wuhan
4. Strategy through acquisition of Sage
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Collaboration with Sage for innovation in mobility for society and the growth of the Asahi Kasei Group
Accelerating further growth
FY 2025FY 2018
+ About ¥300 billion
Sales target in Mobility field (overall)
FY 2012 FY 2018 FY 2025
Sales of Sagetargeted at over
¥100 billion
Growth of products that contribute to the environment
Existing products×
New development
New value creation toward CASE
Consistent execution of plans
Synergywith Sage
4. Strategy through acquisition of Sage
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Hideyuki YamagishiSenior Executive Officer
President, Specialty Solutions SBUNovember 14, 2019
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Outline
1. Mission and strategy outline of Specialty Solutions SBU
2. Main products
3. Growth strategy of LIB separator business
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1. Mission and strategy outline of Specialty Solutions SBU
Strategy outline1. Advance focus and differentiation; further evolve high-earnings businesses
(No. 1, niche top, one-of-a-kind) through continuous transformation of the business portfolio and concentration of resources on main products
2. Create unique solution-oriented businesses focused on customer value
MissionContribute to earnings of the Asahi Kasei Group by strengthening the initiative to provide new value to the market, through enhancement of high performance materials and promotion of solution businesses
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Product Main applications Asahi Kasei’s positionHipore, Celgard (LIB separator),Daramic (Lead-acid battery separator)
Separators for LIB, lead-acid battery No. 1 world share
Aciplex ion-exchange membranes,membrane-process electrolyzers
Chlor-alkali electrolysis Membranes: No. 1 world shareElectrolyzers: No. 2 world share
Glass fabric Electrical insulation for printed circuit boards in portable devices such as smartphones and equipment for telecommunications infrastructure
Top-tier world share in super thin fabric and low dielectric fabric
Sunfort dry film photoresist Forming copper circuit patterns on printed wiring boards and semiconductor packaging
World top-3 share: 30%
Ceolus microcrystalline cellulose Additives for pharmaceuticals and foods No. 1 domestic share
Duranate HDI-based polyisocyanate Non-yellowing polyurethane curing (coatings, inks, adhesives, cast molding, etc.)
World top-3 shareNo. 1 domestic share
APR and AFP photopolymers andplatemaking systems
Printing plates for packaging such as cardboard, labels, and film
No. 1 domestic share
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ICT*, power tools and gardening tools
* Information and communications technology
Battery electric vehicle (BEV) Plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV)
Electric vehicles (xEV)
Distributed storage Integration with renewable energy Load leveling
Cordless electric tools Horticultural machines
Tablets Smartphones
Used in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) for automobiles, consumer electronics, and energy storage systems (ESS); an important product that supports the world’s infrastructure
Automotive application
ESS application
Consumer electronics application
LIB separator
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Asahi Kasei17%
Source: Nikkei Inc., Nikkei Visual Data (7/8/2019)
Toray11%
SKI9%Senior
8%
FY 2018
Top supplier of LIB separators;contributing to maximized value based on firm relationships with customers
SEMCORP11%
Global shipments:3,282 million m2+20.4% (year-on-year)
LIB separator market
Outlook of Asahi Kasei’s LIB separator business
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Growth in all three market segments of automotive, consumer electronics, and ESS
Source: Calculated by Asahi Kasei based on "Future Outlook of Energy, Large Scale Secondary Battery, and Materials 2018; Energy Device Edition" and "Future Outlook of Energy, Large Scale Secondary Battery, and Materials 2019; Next Generation Environmental Automotive Field Edition" by Fuji Keizai Co., Ltd.
Focus on automotive in developed countries, consumer electronics, and ESS, where Asahi Kasei’s products and technologies are valued
Target markets
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2019–2025 average annual growth: 23%
LIB
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2017Actual
Automotive in China
Automotive in developed countries
ESS
Consumer electronics
LIB separator market trend
2018Estimate
2019Forecast
2020Forecast
2025Forecast
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BEV, PHEV, and HEV will all increase
Source: Estimate by Asahi Kasei
BEV
PHEV
HEV
2017 2018 2019 2020
xEV market forecast by vehicle units
Average annual growth ≈60%
Features required for LIB
• BEV
• PHEV
• HEV
Future outlook of automotive market
High output
High capacity
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• Environment-friendly manufacturing processes Hipore: Significantly reduced emissions of solvent into the airCelgard: Manufacturing process without using solvent
• Comprehensive patent network established through long-term business experience
Meeting the needs of a wide range of markets and customers with two different product lines/manufacturing processes
Battery features
Main applications Product Advantage and strength
High capacity ×
Safety
Consumer electronics
Smartphones,power tools, etc.
AutomotiveBEV, PHEV
Hiporewet process
• Product development from the stage of in-house raw material⇒ High strength, thin film
• Cutting-edge production technology and strict quality control ⇒ Stable high quality
• Accumulated know-how on material and manufacturing ⇒ Customized film design according to customer
requirements, stable mass production
High output×
Durability
AutomotiveHEV
ESS
Celgarddry process
•Rectilinear pores in thickness direction ⇒ High Li-ion permeability
• Zero heat shrinkage in transverse direction ⇒ Usable without coating
• Trilayer structure of PP/PE/PP ⇒ Excellent oxidation resistance
Advantage and strength of Asahi Kasei’s LIB separator
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Wet-process Li-ion battery separator
Dry-process Li-ion battery separator
Capacity expansions for LIB separator to prepare for upcoming market growth
x2
x4Asahi Kasei production capacity for LIB separator
Capacity expansions for Asahi Kasei’s LIB separator
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Yoshihiro OnoSenior Executive Officer
President, Basic Materials SBUNovember 14, 2019
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Mission of Basic Materials SBU
1. Establishment and reinforcement of stable earnings foundation
2. Stable supply of raw materials and utilities to businesses within the Asahi Kasei Group and implementation of energy policy with due consideration for ESG
3. Development and promotion of chemical technologies that contribute to sustainability
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Main products
Asahi KaseiCapacity
(kt/y)Main competitors Main applications Asahi Kasei’s position/strengths
Acrylonitrile 981 Ineos Nitriles,Ascend
ABS, acrylic fiber, carbon fiber; captive use for SAN, adiponitrile
Plants in Japan, Korea, and Thailand; world’s 2nd largest producer
Styrene 390 Lyondell Basell,
Ineos Styrolution,
Shell
PS, EPS, ABS, SB latex, unsaturated polyester, SBR; captive use for PS, SAN, SB latex, SBR
After 320 kt/y plant in Mizushima closed in Feb. 2016, business focused on domestic market and captive use
Methyl methacrylate
170 Mitsubishi Chemical,Sumitomo Chemical
MS, MBS, coating materials, cast sheets; captive use for PMMA
Proprietary, cost-competitive C4 process
Cyclohexanol 180 Shandong Haili,BASF
Adipic acid; captive use for adipic acid
Proprietary, economically-competitive, environmentally-friendly process with low waste; mainly for captive use
Polyethylene 236 (Domestic)Japan Polyethylene,Prime Polymer
Films, miscellaneous goods, food containers, injection molding; captive use for LIB separator
Business development taking advantage of unique characteristics based on distinctive catalyst technology, including high density polyethylene
Polystyrene 315 (Domestic)Toyo Styrene,DIC
Food containers, food packaging, toys, miscellaneous goods, construction materials
Production and sale by PS Japan; largest producer in Japan
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Asahi Kasei’s CO2 chemistry
CO2
DRC process for DPC for polycarbonate production
EC process for polycarbonate production
CO2-based isocyanate production processIsocyanate Polyurethane
Developing CO2 chemistry, which utilizes CO2 as chemical feedstock, since the 1980s
1 Ethylene carbonate 2 Dimethyl carbonate 3 Diphenyl carbonate 4 Dialkyl carbonate
Continuing to develop chemical technology that contributes to sustainability
CO2
CO2Commercialized Validated Under development
DRC4 DPC3 Polycarbonate
DMC2 DPC3 PolycarbonateEC1
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Basic policy of acrylonitrile (AN) business
1. Continuing contribution to customers’ business World’s No. 2 and Asia’s No. 1 production capacity World’s top-class stable operation and stable supply
Contributing to sustainability through superior technology
2. Further evolution of top-level catalyst technology and manufacturing process Propylene process with catalyst with the world’s No.1 yield and the world’s first
propane process Manufacturing process requiring less raw materials and reducing CO2 emissions by 20%
3. Stabilization of earnings Promoting cost-based formula for AN sales price Developing by-product and derivative businesses
Reinforcing role as base of stable earnings for the Asahi Kasei Group by reducing risk from market price volatility
Continuing to be the supplier providing the world’s No. 1 reliability to customers
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Implementation of energy policy with due consideration for ESG
Renovation of hydroelectric power plants to increase clean energy supply
• Since the company’s founding, Asahi Kasei has had hydroelectric power plants in northern Miyazaki Prefecture to supply electric power to manufacturing plants in Nobeoka
• Sequentially renovating the 9 hydroelectric plants by FY 2026, with total investment of tens of billions of yen; increasing hydropower capacity to reduce the use of power from coal, lowering CO2 emissions
• Studying issuance of the company’s first “green bond”
Gokasegawa power plant Mamihara power plant
(Asahi Kasei has 9 hydroelectric power plants in Miyazaki and Kumamoto Prefectures)
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Eiji HondaPresident, Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation
November 14, 2019
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Outline
1. Core technologies and main products
2. Business domain expansion
3. Role of Asahi Kasei Microdevices(contribution to the Asahi Kasei Group)
4. Examples of product development contributingto environment and energy
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1. Core technologies and main products
Core technologies
Analog/digital signal conversion technology (LSIs); sensing technology using compound semiconductors for high sensitivity and fast response
For consumer electronicsFor automotive
For industrial equipmentHigher-quality sound with smartphones
Signal processing IC for audio equipment
Optical autofocus/image stabilization for higher-quality pictures
High-precision position control IC for camera module Monitoring EV charge
Current sensor
Power window anti-pinch function, windshield wiper control, etc.
Motor control sensor
Millimeter wave radar
Signal processing IC
Precision control of robotsMagnetic rotational angle sensor
Detecting presence of peopleInfrared sensor
Identifying direction you are facing on the map
Electronic compass
For residential
Quieter and more comfortable space
Signal processing IC for noise and echo cancellation
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2. Business domain expansion
Expanding into new business domains peripheral to current domain
Markets
SolutionsConsumer electronics
AutomotiveAutomotive Industrial equipment Residential
Invisible light
High frequency
Magnetic field
Sound
Current business domain
New business domains
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3. Role of Asahi Kasei Microdevices(contribution to the Asahi Kasei Group)
Efficient collection of latest information on leading markets centered on electronics
Conversion of collected information into value for the Asahi Kasei Group
MarketOpen innovation
Digital marketing
Contributing to earnings through provision of total solutions
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CO2 sensor module
Technologies Design and manufacture of compound semiconductor devices
Products Infrared sensor, infrared LED
Strategy Application to gas sensor products
4. Examples of product development contributing to environment and energy (i)
Achieve high sensitivity CO2 sensor by combining core technologies of LSIs and compound semiconductors with newly introduced module technology
Main applications for CO2 sensorCompound semiconductors
Future:Vehicle interiors
Present:Air conditioning control for buildings, environmental monitoring for housing
HVAC* systems that ventilate based on CO2 concentration
Energy saving
As small as an eraser
Advantage* Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
Light emitter (compound
semiconductor)
Photodetector (compound
semiconductor)
Control IC (LSI)
Infrared rays
Micro-controller
CO2 concentration data
CO2 sensor
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LSIs
Technologies Ultralow power consumption and signal conversion
Products Voltage conversion IC, power management IC
Strategy Application to power LSI for energy harvesting
Example of environmental sensing using microbiological electric generation
Sensor
Technology to convertminute amount of energy from the environment into electric power
Achieve energy harvesting system by enabling minute drive voltage (0.2 V) and system operation control with ultralow power consumption
Advantage
Powerharvesting
Booster circuit
(Ultralow voltage drive)
Control circuit
(Ultralow power consumption)
Power LSI for energy harvestingWireless
Storage
4. Examples of product development contributing to environment and energy (ii)
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The commitment of the Asahi Kasei Group:To do all that we can in every era to help the people of the worldmake the most of life and attain fulfillment in living.Since our founding, we have always been deeply committedto contributing to the development of society,boldly anticipating the emergence of new needs.This is what we mean by “Creating for Tomorrow.”
Creating for Tomorrow
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