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J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Chairman and CEO Jonathan Chiang to Relocate to the United States to Lead Growth Initiatives

Globe Newswire•29/09/2026•08:26 ET
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Key Highlights

  • ➤Jonathan Chiang (YMAT) to relocate full-time to U.S. and lead operations
  • ➤J-Star (YMAT) targets higher-value carbon fiber and composite applications
  • ➤J-Star (YMAT) evaluating expanded U.S. manufacturing footprint
  • ➤J-Star (YMAT) Form F-3 shelf registration declared effective September 23, 2026

Expert Statements

Jonathan Chiang, Chairman and CEO of J-Star Holding Co., Ltd.

“The United States is where I see the greatest opportunity for our next phase of growth”

Jonathan Chiang, Chairman and CEO of J-Star Holding Co., Ltd.

“We have spent more than a decade building on our expertise in carbon fiber and composite manufacturing and applying it into higher-value markets. By relocating here full-time, I will be able to work more closely with our customers, partners, and teams as we pursue these opportunities.”

TAIPEI, Taiwan, Sept. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) ("J-Star" or the "Company"), a global manufacturer of carbon fiber and composite material products, today announced that Jonathan Chiang, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will relocate full-time to the United States to lead the Company's U.S. operations and support the next phase of its growth strategy.

Mr. Chiang will focus on strengthening J-Star's presence in the U.S. market, working directly with customers, manufacturing partners, and other strategic stakeholders as the Company continues to reposition its business toward higher-value carbon fiber and composite material applications. Mr. Chiang brings nearly four-decades of experience in the chemicals and advanced materials industries, including hands-on U.S. manufacturing experience.

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