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Catcher Strengthens Board Structure for 2025 to Navigate Global Uncertainty with Diverse Expertise

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Catcher Technology ( Stock Code: 2474 , hereinafter referred to as "Catcher") officially announced the list of nominees for the 2025 Board of Directors election today.
 This nomination continues the professional and steady structure of the board while, for the first time, including a female director candidate, highlighting the company’s commitment to diverse governance, sustainable operations, and corporate social responsibility. A total of seven candidates from sectors such as electronics manufacturing, traditional industries, financial and tax planning, and high-tech industries will bring diverse governance perspectives and strategic momentum to support Catcher’s transformation and global expansion. This will further enhance decision-making resilience and versatility amid increasing global trade policy volatility and market uncertainties.

Board Structure Upgraded: First Female Candidate Marks a New Chapter in Inclusive Governance

Among the nominees, Ms. Su-Hui Kuo, nominated by Yung Yu Investment, is the first female candidate in Catcher’s history. Her nomination represents a significant step toward gender diversity and inclusive decision-making. Currently serving as Chairperson and CEO of Wei Chih Iron & Steel and President of the local industrial association “Yi Zhao Hui” in Tainan, she brings deep industry experience and active engagement in regional economic development and social responsibility. Her addition will strengthen the board's ability to make decisions related to sustainable governance and community impact, and reflects Catcher’s commitment to supporting female leadership and diverse values.

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Candidates Emphasize Practical Experience and Stable Governance

Chairman Hong Shui-Shu and General Manager Hong Tian-Tzu are nominated again. With deep expertise in precision metal processing and electronic manufacturing, they have led Catcher to become a leading global supplier of precision enclosures and metal components, especially in consumer electronics, smartphones, and laptops. Mr. Hong Shui-Shu also serves as an independent director of Compal and chairman of Kai Yi Investment, demonstrating his cross-sector operational and capital management capabilities.

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Dr. Tsung-Chu Liang

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Independent Directors Bring Financial Oversight and Global Perspective

Nominee Mr. Wen-Che Tseng holds an EMBA from National Cheng Kung University and previously served as Deputy Executive of the Tax Division at Deloitte Taiwan. He currently acts as an independent director and member of audit and compensation committees for multiple listed companies. His expertise in finance, taxation, and internal control systems will help Catcher maintain financial discipline and improve governance efficiency during its transformation.


Dr. Tsung-Chu Liang, an electrical engineering Ph.D. from the University of Missouri, is a Distinguished Professor at NCKU and a convener at Taiwan’s National Science Council. With deep technical knowledge and experience in academia-industry collaboration, Dr. Liang will help Catcher enhance its R&D strategy and innovation capabilities.


Mr. Wen-Hsiung Chan holds degrees in aerospace engineering from National Cheng Kung University and international business from National Taiwan University. With over 20 years of experience in capital markets, technology M&A, and startup investment, he is currently the Chairman and CEO of New Materials Technologies and serves as a board member for several tech companies. His expertise will support Catcher’s transformation and international strategic positioning.

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Strengthening Cash Management and Sustainable Governance Amid Global Risks

In response to rising global trade tensions and economic uncertainties, the board has approved a second-half cash dividend of NT $8 per share ( NT$15.5 total for 2024 ), with a payout ratio close to 80%. Including a previously completed NT $6.09 billion stock buyback, the company has returned nearly NT$16.4 billion to shareholders in 2024. The board also approved a new share repurchase program ( targeting 33 million shares at NT$138–NT$307 ), reaffirming its commitment to shareholder interests.

Catcher stated that it will continue to focus on “Advanced Manufacturing, Green Sustainability, and Inclusive Governance” as three core pillars to drive competitiveness and enterprise value. Facing uncertainties like tariff policy shifts and exchange rate volatility, Catcher is optimizing capital expenditure and enhancing cash flow management to build financial resilience and long-term value for shareholders.