UBE Industries, Ltd., trading as UBEOY on the OTC market, is a diversified Japanese manufacturer of chemicals, plastics, cement and machinery. Founded in 1897 and headquartered in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the company has grown from a regional cement producer into a global conglomerate with operations spanning Asia, Europe and the Americas. UBE’s core mission revolves around delivering advanced materials and technologies to a wide range of industrial customers.
In its Chemicals & Plastics segment, UBE produces caprolactam, polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) and specialty polymers such as polyimides and engineering plastics. The company also develops high-performance battery materials, including lithium-ion battery separators and fluoropolymer binders, as well as performance chemicals for adhesives, coatings and electronic applications. Its pharmaceutical arm manufactures active ingredients and drug products, notably in oncology and anti‐infection therapies.
UBE’s Cement & Construction Materials division remains a leading supplier of cement, ready‐mix concrete and construction aggregates in Japan, leveraging an extensive domestic network of plants and distribution centers. The Machinery & Metal Products unit designs and manufactures industrial compressors, extrusion and compounding equipment, and precision metal components for automotive, aerospace and energy markets. Additionally, UBE’s Energy & Environmental Solutions segment operates power generation facilities and develops advanced membrane technologies for fuel‐cell systems and water treatment.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Naoki Shoji, UBE continues to invest in R&D centers across Japan, China, Thailand and the United States, emphasizing sustainability, resource efficiency and next-generation materials. The company’s diverse portfolio serves sectors such as mobility, electronics, healthcare and infrastructure, reflecting more than a century of innovation and a commitment to meeting evolving global needs.
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