Christopher Rheidt appointed President of Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V

Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands – 4 March 2026: KYOCERA Document Solutions, one of the world’s leading document solutions providers, today announced the appointment of Christopher Rheidt as President of Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management (Europe, Middle East and Africa) effective 1 April 2026. He succeeds Takuya Marubayashi, who will return to Japan to assume a new global assignment after eight years of dedicated leadership in the region.

“Leading the organisation through a period of profound transformation has been both meaningful and rewarding, and I am extremely proud of what we have achieved together,” said Takuya Marubayashi. “Christopher and I have worked closely throughout the transition, and I have complete confidence in his leadership. From our global headquarters, I remain fully committed to supporting Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management in its next phase of growth.”

A seasoned leader with a proven track record

Christopher Rheidt brings extensive experience and a strong performance history within the document solutions industry. He joined the Kyocera Document Solutions Group in 2012 as COO of TA Triumph-Adler GmbH, overseeing both direct and indirect channels. He was appointed President of TA Triumph Adler GmbH in 2016, where he significantly shaped the company’s strategic direction and market expansion.

His influence broadened further from 2019 through his role on the Board of Directors of Kyocera Document Solutions Europe B.V. In 2024, he was appointed Executive Vice President of Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V., where he led key initiatives to strengthen operational excellence across the region. Since 2025, he has also served as an Executive Officer of Kyocera Document Solutions Inc.

His vision: accelerating innovation, strengthening customer value, and amplifying EMEA’s global influence

Under Christopher Rheidt’s leadership, the Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management is poised to drive an ambitious strategic agenda designed to reinforce its position as the company’s most impactful global region. His strategic priorities will include:

• Accelerating digital transformation to deliver advanced, secure, and future ready solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.
• Deepening customer and partner engagement, ensuring that Kyocera becomes an even more trusted advisor throughout the digital journey.
• Sustaining long term growth through innovation, particularly across managed services, cloud solutions, and next generation document workflows.
• Enhancing regional collaboration and operational excellence to unlock synergies and strengthen Kyocera’s competitive position.
• Elevating EMEA’s role within Kyocera’s global footprint, driving thought leadership, market relevance, and strategic impact.

Commenting on his appointment, Christopher Rheidt said:

“First, I would like to express my deep appreciation to Mr. Marubayashi for his exceptional leadership during a uniquely challenging period. His steadiness and dedication have positioned the organisation for continued success.”

“I am truly honoured to take on the role of President for Kyocera Document Solutions in EMEA. This is a region with significant potential, and I am committed to leading our teams into a new phase of innovation, growth, and operational excellence.”

“As we accelerate our digital transformation and strengthen our position as a leader in the document solutions industry, our partners and customers remain central to our strategy. I look forward to deepening these relationships and delivering the value, support, and innovation they expect from us.”

About Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V.

Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V. is a group company of Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., a global leading provider of total document solutions based in Osaka, Japan. The company’s portfolio includes reliable and eco-friendly MFPs and printers, as well as business applications and consultative services which enable customers to optimize and manage their document workflow, reaching new heights of efficiency. With professional expertise and a culture of empathetic partnership, the objective of the company is to help organisations put knowledge to work to drive change.

Kyocera Document Solutions Inc. is a group company of Kyocera Corporation (Kyocera), a leading supplier of industrial and automotive components, semiconductor packages, electronic devices, smart energy systems, printers, copiers, and mobile phones. During the year ended March 31, 2025, the company’s consolidated sales revenue totaled 2 trillion yen (approx. US$13.5 billion*). Kyocera is ranked #1,123 on Forbes magazine’s 2025 “Global 2000” list of the world’s largest publicly traded companies, and has been named among “The World’s 100 Most Sustainably Managed Companies” by The Wall Street Journal.

*Conversion is provided based on TTM as of March 31, 2025