ISF is pleased to announce the leadership transition of Toshio Fujimori to the role of Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2024. Mr. Toshio Fujimori has been a dedicated member of the ISF team for over 12 years, most recently serving as Deputy CEO since 1 April 2024. Throughout his tenure at ISF, Mr. Toshio Fujimori has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of our company's operations. ISF also extends gratitude to Takashi Ishigami for his service as CEO. He will continue to provide valuable guidance as a member of the ISF advisory board.

Commitment to Continued Success

Mr Toshio Fujimori expressed his deep commitment to ISF's continued success. "At ISF, we have world-class facilities, leading-edge technologies, reliable first-class customers, and an excellent team of employees. My vision is for ISF to become the best solution provider in the Specialty Fats Market. Together, we will drive sustainable development that benefits all stakeholders, and create enriching lives."

Strong Endorsement from Former CEO

"I am thrilled to see Mr. Toshio Fujimori take on the role of CEO," said Takashi Ishigami, former CEO and member of the ISF advisory board. “He has been with ISF for a long time, and he knows ISF very well. With his leadership, experience, and value, I am confident that ISF will continue to develop further.”

About Toshio Fujimori

Mr. Toshio Fujimori was born in Tokyo, Japan, in 1975 and spent his formative years in Tokyo. He joined The Nisshin OilliO Group, Ltd. on 1 April 1998, where he was involved in various roles, including procurement, sales of animal feed ingredients such as soy and rapeseed meal, and production control.

Mr.Fujimori graduated from HOSEI University in Japan in March 1998, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Economics.

He joined ISF on 1 April 2012 as a Trading and Marketing Manager and was appointed Assistant General Manager on 1 March 2023. Subsequently, on 1 April 2024, he was appointed Deputy CEO. Finally, on 1 July 2024, he was appointed CEO of ISF.

Proven Leadership and Deep Industry Knowledge

Mr. Toshio Fujimori has over 12 years of experience at ISF, where he has held roles in Trading and Marketing, Assistant General Manager, and Deputy CEO. He has a proven track record in leadership and a deep understanding of company operations. Additionally, he brings extensive experience in procurement, sales, and production control from his tenure at The Nisshin OilliO Group, Ltd.

ISF is confident that under Mr. Toshio Fujimori’s leadership, the company will continue to thrive and achieve new heights in the Specialty Fats Market.

About Intercontinental Specialty Fats Sdn Bhd (“ISF”)

Intercontinental Specialty Fats Sdn. Bhd. (“ISF”) is a privately-owned company headquartered in Port Klang, Malaysia, established in 1980. As a leading manufacturer of palm specialty oils and fats, ISF owns and operates refining and downstream processing facilities across Peninsular Malaysia, with a dedicated workforce of approximately 700 employees. Additionally, we maintain a sales and distribution office in Shanghai, China, strategically positioned to support and empower local businesses. In 2018, we further expanded our operations with the establishment of a refinery in Italy. This refinery enhances the refinement process for ISF products originating from our Malaysian facilities before distributing them across Europe.

ISF is a subsidiary of The Nisshin OilliO Group, Ltd., the largest vegetable oil company in Japan. For more information about Intercontinental Specialty Fats Sdn. Bhd, please visit: https://isfsb.com/