Orix appoints new CEO, Takahashi to lead long-term growth

Orix Corporation announced changes to its representative executive officers and chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2026, transitioning to a new management structure aimed at driving long-term growth. Hidetake Takahashi, currently member of the board of directors, representative executive officer, president, and chief operating officer, will assume the role of chief executive officer. He will also be responsible for the digital innovation unit and corporate strategy and management unit.

Makoto Inoue, currently member of the board of directors, representative executive officer, chairman, and chief executive officer, will transition to member of the board of directors, representative executive officer, and chairman on January 1, 2026. Following the company's 63rd annual general meeting of shareholders, scheduled for June 2026, Mr. Inoue will retire from his positions as director and representative executive officer and assume the role of corporate advisor.

This strategic reshuffle reflects Orix Group’s commitment to evolving its leadership to further support its global, diverse corporate group, which operates across approximately 30 countries with 36,000 employees. The company, established in 1964, continues its focus on sustainable development through various financial and investment activities.