Linear Chuo Shinkansen JR Tokai “Consent of Governor of Shizuoka Prefecture for full-scale construction” June 23, 12:51
Regarding JR Tokai's general meeting of shareholders held in Nagoya City, discussions with Shizuoka Prefecture regarding the construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen are difficult, and there is concern that there will be a delay in opening the JR side At the meeting with him, he emphasized that he would like to agree on the preparatory work for full-scale construction.
The JR Tokai shareholders' meeting was held at a hotel in Nagoya and was attended by 198 shareholders.
Many shareholders were concerned about the delay in opening operations in 2027 due to difficulties in discussions with Shizuoka Prefecture, who are concerned about the impact on the environment, regarding the tunnel construction of the Linear Chuo Shinkansen.
In response, Mamoru Uno of JR Tokai said, "Since the process is urgent, we request Shizuoka Prefecture to start preparations as soon as possible, and we want to explain directly from the president and get the understanding of Governor Kawakatsu." At the meeting with Governor Kawakatsu of Shizuoka Prefecture on the 26th of this month, he emphasized that he would like to obtain consent for the preparatory work for full-scale construction.
In addition, Vice President Uno said, “The Linear Chuo Shinkansen is an indispensable part of Japan's arterial transportation, and there are calls from the whole country to urge early realization to revitalize the Japanese economy. , We will proceed with the construction steadily."
The general meeting of shareholders was completed in one hour after all the proposals proposed by the company, including the election of directors, were approved.