TMH

Basic Information

Stock Code
280A
Industry
Wholesale
Category Detail
Building Materials, Electrical Equipment & Metal Wholesalers
Prefecture
Oita Prefecture
Establishment Year
March 2012
Listing Year
December 2024
Official Website
https://www.tmh-inc.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

TMH is a wholesale company based in Oita Prefecture, specializing in repair, sales, modification of semiconductor manufacturing equipment parts, and cross-border EC, established in 2012.

Current Situation

TMH achieved sales of approximately 1.7 billion yen and net profit of 116.57 million yen in the fiscal year ended November 2023, growing in the emerging semiconductor-related market. Its core business includes repair and sales of semiconductor manufacturing equipment parts, as well as addressing domestic and international manufacturing equipment needs through the operation of the cross-border EC platform LAYLA-EC.COM. Through multi-site expansion, it covers markets from eastern Japan to the Chubu region and has been highly evaluated with regional leading company certification and selection for J-Startup KYUSHU. It has secured growth funds through recent third-party share allotment, and will focus on strengthening modification and relocation services for semiconductor manufacturing equipment and global penetration of its EC site. Based on management innovation plan certification, it promotes the introduction of innovative services and high-tech repair services. It is working to improve technological capabilities and service quality through external collaborations such as the METI-supported acceleration program. Long-term challenges include improving business efficiency through DX promotion, expanding global sales channels, and addressing risks from economic fluctuations in the semiconductor industry.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • TMH has usage track record on its EC site at more than half of semiconductor factories nationwide
  • Rare emerging company specialized in cross-border EC as a wholesaler
  • Selected as Oita Prefecture regional leading company, contributing to local economy
  • Implemented cumulative funding exceeding 1 billion yen through third-party allotments
  • Growth company selected for METI J-Startup KYUSHU
  • Business model fusing internet technology and manufacturing equipment technology
  • Bases in multiple regions including Iwate and Mie for wide-area coverage
  • Executive director holds over 66% stake, ensuring management stability

Hidden Connections

  • Strengthened technological collaboration through capital and business alliance with SBI AI & Blockchain investment company
  • Contributes to local industry development through collaboration with Oita Prefecture on numerous regional support programs
  • Achieved listing on both Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market and Fukuoka Stock Exchange Q-Board
  • Receives international expansion support through METI acceleration program
  • Holds parts transactions with numerous domestic semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturers
  • Numerous collaborations with overseas industrial machinery importers/exporters through global cross-border EC business
  • Established own branch in Chubu region to strengthen local sales
  • Central role in Oita Prefecture's economic and technological promotion as a regional leading company

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Increasing global demand for semiconductors
  • International transaction expansion through cross-border EC
  • Growing demand for maintenance of increasingly advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment
  • Progress in new factory and equipment renewal plans at domestic and international semiconductor plants
  • Business efficiency improvement through digitalization and DX promotion
  • Aggressive expansion into emerging markets (e.g., India)
  • Advancement of repair and modification services through technological innovation
  • Support in funding and technology from government programs
  • Environmentally considerate business development with sustainability in mind
  • Enhanced traceability of latest equipment parts

Strategic Goals

  • Global share expansion of cross-border EC platform
  • Achieve annual sales of 10 billion yen
  • Establish top-class semiconductor manufacturing equipment maintenance technology
  • Complete construction of environmentally responsive business model
  • Strengthen talent development and regional contributions to support sustainable growth
  • Strengthen collaboration with emerging factories and manufacturing bases domestically and internationally
  • Continuous service quality improvement through DX promotion
  • Active investment in new business areas
  • Further strengthening of management base and sustainable enhancement of shareholder value
  • Establish reliability and brand power within the industry

Business Segments

Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Repair and Modification Services

Overview
Provides comprehensive support for repair, modification, and installation relocation of semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Competitiveness
Team of specialized technicians that maximize equipment performance with high-precision technology
Customers
  • Semiconductor manufacturers
  • Manufacturing equipment manufacturers
  • Industrial machinery maintenance companies
  • Research and development institutions
  • Electronics manufacturers
Products
  • Turbo pump repair
  • Power control device maintenance
  • Manufacturing equipment modification design
  • Equipment relocation services
  • On-site startup support

Cross-Border EC Site Operation

Overview
Realizes smooth transactions of semiconductor manufacturing parts through cross-border EC.
Competitiveness
Global transaction know-how and support system specialized in specific fields
Customers
  • Global semiconductor trading companies
  • Domestic and international semiconductor factories
  • Electronic parts importers/exporters
  • OEM companies
  • Industrial machinery sales agents
Products
  • New and used parts sales
  • Online order management
  • Logistics and import/export support
  • Inventory management services
  • Product traceability

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Equipment Wholesale

Overview
Engages in specialized wholesale of industrial machinery parts.
Competitiveness
Advanced machinery knowledge and specialized wholesale network
Customers
  • Industrial equipment design companies
  • Machinery and equipment trading companies
  • Research and development manufacturers
Products
  • Industrial machinery parts
  • Manufacturing equipment-related auxiliary devices

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • High technological expertise specialized in semiconductor manufacturing equipment
  • Cross-border EC site operation know-how domestically and internationally
  • Regional close-knit services through multi-site expansion
  • Growth funds secured through third-party allotment
  • High evaluation as a government-certified regional leading company
  • Technology innovation system through management innovation plan certification
  • Track record of participation in acceleration programs
  • Rapid supply through abundant used parts inventory
  • Customer base specialized in the semiconductor industry
  • METI J-Startup KYUSHU selected company
  • EC expansion reflecting global market needs
  • High customer support capabilities and specialized consulting
  • Industry-specific logistics and after-sales service
  • Solid financial base and profit plans
  • Proprietary parts traceability management system

Competitive Advantages

  • Deep cultivation strategy in niche markets focused on specialized areas
  • Early establishment of global cross-border EC network
  • Possession of advanced machinery repair and equipment relocation technologies
  • Rapid response capabilities and reliability through multiple regional sites
  • Business development support system backed by capital-raising capabilities
  • Social credibility through government certifications and industry support programs
  • One-stop supply of abundant used and new parts
  • Provision of customized services responsive to customer needs
  • Business efficiency and service quality improvement through DX promotion
  • Market insight and sales capabilities specialized in the semiconductor industry
  • High expertise of technicians and ongoing training system
  • Market fluctuation response capabilities and risk-diversified business model
  • Management stability ensured by major shareholder composition
  • Aggressive growth posture toward emerging markets such as India
  • Flexible financial operations through third-party allotment

Threats

  • Economic fluctuation risks in the semiconductor industry
  • Intensifying competition with new entrants
  • Changes in international logistics and regulations in cross-border EC
  • Risk of business obsolescence due to rapid technological innovation
  • Cost impacts from exchange rate fluctuations
  • Fluctuations in major customers' manufacturing equipment renewal cycles
  • Challenges in maintaining technological capabilities due to talent acquisition difficulties
  • Business environment impacts from economic policy changes
  • Market share expansion by competitors strengthening capital
  • Supply-demand imbalances in the used parts market
  • Decline in competitiveness due to delays in digitalization
  • Increased business costs from strengthened environmental regulations

Innovations

2024: Cross-Border EC Platform Function Expansion

Overview
Implemented AI-based demand forecasting and inventory management functions on LAYLA-EC.COM.
Impact
Contributes to improved order accuracy and inventory optimization.

2023: Advanced Industrial Machinery Repair Technology

Overview
Introduced state-of-the-art equipment to significantly improve accuracy and speed of equipment repair.
Impact
Achieved shortened repair processes and improved customer satisfaction.

2022: Global Logistics System Integration

Overview
Introduced logistics optimization tools with overseas bases to promote import/export efficiency.
Impact
Succeeded in reducing logistics costs and shortening delivery times.

2021: Service Quality Improvement Program Launch

Overview
Strengthened customer support system and deployed improvement activities based on feedback analysis.
Impact
Promotes improved repeat rate and market reputation.

2020: Business Efficiency Improvement through Digitalization

Overview
Introduced RPA and cloud systems to internal operations to enhance productivity.
Impact
Succeeded in reducing human errors and shortening work time.

Sustainability

  • Waste reduction through recycling of scrap parts
  • CO2 reduction through introduction of energy-saving equipment
  • Regular implementation of local cleanup activities
  • Environmental load reduction through optimized eco-delivery routes
  • Introduction of environmental education programs for employees
  • Resource conservation through promotion of paperless operations
  • Collaboration with Oita Prefecture to promote renewable energy
  • Building of long-term environmentally considerate business model