Misumi has decided personnel changes in the Misumi Group Inc. effective October 1, 2012. Mr. Shigetaka Shimizu is appointed as Corporate Officer, Misumi Group Inc. and Executive Officer in charge of the VONA Business Platform. His former position includes Corporate Officer, Misumi Group Inc. and General Manager, China VONA Mechanical Division, Misumi Corporation.

Mr. Naoki Shirao is appointed as Corporate Officer, Misumi Group Inc. and President, Die & Mold Company, Misumi Corporation. His former position includes Corporate Officer, Misumi Group Inc. and Corporate Officer and Executive Assistant to President, Die & Mold Company, Misumi Corporation.