On July 1, 2026, a new company specializing in the field of volleyball, "Osaka Bluteon Co., Ltd." (Headquarters: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, Representative Director, President & CEO: Shuichi Sasai, hereinafter referred to as Osaka Bluteon), was established and commenced operations. Osaka Bluteon will establish a highly capable operational structure that allows for quicker decision-making from a position close to the competitive arena. Based on this, we aim to strengthen the team's competitive power and further enhance the club's management foundation, striving to become the world's best volleyball club under our mission of "ALWAYS TO THE TOP, ALL WAYS TOGETHER." Concurrently, we will promote club management that creates value together with our fans, community, and partners. Through home game operations, event hosting, merchandise and content development, sports classes, and community/social collaboration activities, we will develop businesses that expand the appeal and possibilities of sports. Furthermore, through academy operations, we will also work on nurturing the next generation of athletes and human resources who will contribute to the development of Japan's volleyball world. [Company Overview] Company Name: Osaka Bluteon Co., Ltd. (English Name: Osaka Bluteon Co., Ltd.) Representative Director, President & CEO: Shuichi Sasai Head Office Location: Panasonic XC OSAKA, 2-40 Suehirocho, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture Capital: 10 million yen (100% investment by Panasonic Sports Co., Ltd.) Business Activities: 1. Operation and promotion of volleyball teams 2. Hosting of sports competitions and various events 3. Development, manufacturing, sales, and rental of sports-related products and merchandise 4. Operation of academies and schools for the promotion of volleyball and athlete development 5. Management of athletes and staff, development and dispatch of sports business and management personnel 6. Planning, development, operation, and information provision