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Teruyuki Sakimon Appointed as President and CEO of Toray CMA, Effective April 1, 2026
Toray Composite Materials America, Inc. (Toray CMA), a leading manufacturer of advanced composite materials, today announces the appointment of Teruyuki Sakimon as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2026. He will succeed Dennis Frett, who will retire after a long and distinguished career. Frett worked closely with leadership throughout the succession process to ensure a smooth transition.
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