Focused market-penetration model centered on oleochemicals
First written in FY2016. 18 of 39 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2018-Q1. Latest entry: 2026-09-18.
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- 2026-09-18AdvancedRevision of earnings forecasts
「Our principal Chemicals business, which is the Group's main business, performed strongly and drove results. In particular, amid concerns about the outlook for the situation in the Middle East, customers increased inventories to prepare for supply risks, resulting in domestic orders by major customers, in volume terms, exceeding initial expectations and remaining firm. In addition, as market prices for natural fats and oils remained high, our efforts to pass higher selling prices through led to increases in sales and profit, resulting in performance exceeding the earnings forecast.」
The Company presented specific progress in the Chemicals business, with higher order volumes from major domestic customers and the pass-through of higher selling prices resulting in performance above the earnings forecast. - FY2026Higher revenue but lower operating incomeAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group worked to expand sales to existing customers in the Chemicals business through face-to-face and online sales meetings, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals from emerging markets. As a result, for the consolidated fiscal year, net sales were ¥26,921,663 thousand, up 7.6% year on year, while operating income was ¥504,736 thousand, down 9.8%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers through face-to-face and online sales meetings, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals from emerging markets. Group-wide net sales increased 7.6%, while operating income declined 9.8%, resulting in higher sales but lower operating income. - 2026-05-28Cited as achievedGeneral Meetings of Shareholders
「Through in-person business meetings and online web meetings, the Group worked to expand and deepen sales to existing customers in the Chemicals business, propose environmental solutions businesses, and increase sales of chemicals from emerging markets.」
The Group continued initiatives based on its focused market-penetration model. In the fiscal year ending March 2026, net sales increased 7.6%, while operating profit declined 9.8%. - FY2026-H1Higher revenue but lower operating incomeAnnual report
「The Group pursued expansion and strengthening of sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, proposed environmental solutions, and expanded sales of chemicals in emerging markets through in-person and online web meetings. As a result, for the interim consolidated period, sales were ¥13,363.944 million, up 8.8% from the previous interim consolidated period, while operating profit was ¥240.533 million, down 22.1%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers through in-person and online meetings, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Sales increased 8.8% year on year, while operating profit declined 22.1%, resulting in higher sales but lower operating profit. - FY2025AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group pursued expansion and strengthening of sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, proposed environmental solutions, and expanded sales of chemicals in emerging markets through in-person and online web meetings.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers based on its focused market-deepening model, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Company-wide sales increased 10.7% year on year, and operating profit increased 27.1%. - FY2025-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group pursued expansion and strengthening of sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, proposed environmental solutions, and expanded sales of chemicals in emerging markets through in-person and online web meetings. As a result, for the interim consolidated period, sales were ¥12,286.184 million, up 10.6% from the previous interim consolidated period, operating profit was ¥308.734 million, up 30.8%, ordinary profit was ¥407.541 million, up 16.7%, and interim profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥282.318 million, up 14.5%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers through in-person and online meetings, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. First-half company-wide sales increased 10.6%, and operating profit increased 30.8%. - FY2024Lower full-year sales and profit, but record gross profitAnnual report
「The Group increased the number of in-person meetings following the lifting of activity restrictions and continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. As a result, for the fiscal year, sales were ¥22,595.830 million, down 7.9% from the previous fiscal year, and operating profit was ¥440.316 million, down 9.8%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but full-year sales and profit declined. - FY2024-Q3Lower revenue and lower profit for the cumulative third quarterAnnual report
「The Group increased the number of in-person meetings following the lifting of activity restrictions and continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Natural fats and oils prices also declined significantly from the previous fiscal year, putting downward pressure on selling prices. As a result, cumulative third-quarter sales were ¥16,954.424 million, down 11.0% year on year, operating profit was ¥376.638 million, down 18.8%, ordinary profit was ¥507.169 million, down 14.2%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥355.920 million, down 16.5%.」
The Group increased in-person meetings and continued to expand sales to existing customers, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. However, the decline in natural fats and oils prices put downward pressure on selling prices, resulting in cumulative third-quarter sales down 11.0% and operating profit down 18.8%. - FY2024-Q2In-person meetings resumed, but first-half sales and profit declinedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group had refrained from in-person meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic, but increased the number of in-person meetings following the lifting of activity restrictions. It continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. However, purchase and selling prices were affected by a significant decline in palm oil prices from the previous fiscal year, which put downward pressure on selling prices. As a result, first-half sales were ¥11,113.331 million, down 11.9% year on year, operating profit was ¥236.045 million, down 24.0%, ordinary profit was ¥349.244 million, down 20.0%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥246.487 million, down 22.2%.」
Following the lifting of activity restrictions, the Group increased the number of in-person meetings and continued to expand sales to existing customers, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. However, the decline in natural fats and oils prices put downward pressure on selling prices, resulting in first-half sales down 11.9% and operating profit down 24.0%. - FY2024-Q1Lower revenue and profit in the first quarterAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online web meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Demand for palm oil, which affects purchase and selling prices, was weak amid concerns about a global economic slowdown. As a result, natural fats and oils prices declined significantly from the previous fiscal year and remained at low levels. Sales for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥5,571.468 million, down 11.6% year on year, and operating profit was ¥98.234 million, down 41.2%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but first-quarter sales declined 11.6% and operating profit declined 41.2% due partly to lower natural fats and oils prices. - FY2023AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers based on its focused market-deepening model, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. The chemicals business posted an 18.9% increase in sales and a 57.6% increase in segment profit. - FY2023-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. With strong performance in the first half, sales for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥19,053.017 million, up 22.3% year on year, operating profit was ¥463.866 million, up 101.5%, ordinary profit was ¥591.366 million, up 75.5%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥426.193 million, up 88.9%. Each item reached a record high for a third quarter.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, achieving record third-quarter results, including a 22.3% increase in sales and a 101.5% increase in operating profit. - FY2023-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. As a result, sales for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥12,616.070 million, up 26.2% year on year, and operating profit was ¥310.494 million, up 190.9%.」
In addition to expanding sales to existing customers, the Group continued proposing environmental solutions and expanding sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Company-wide sales increased 26.2% year on year, and operating profit increased 190.9%. - FY2023-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online web meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, propose environmental solutions, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Prices of natural fats and oils, including palm oil, which affect purchase and selling prices, remained at high levels, and both purchase and selling prices increased. As a result, sales for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥6,301.401 million, up 24.1% year on year.」
In addition to expanding sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, the Group continued proposing environmental solutions and expanding sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Company-wide sales increased 24.1% year on year, chemicals business sales increased 26.5%, and segment profit increased 237.6%. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, orders from major domestic customers related to automobiles and textile oils remained strong. The Group also received requests for supply due to supply shortages at competitors, resulting in higher orders. As a result, full-year sales in the chemicals business were ¥18,999.211 million, up 25.6% from the previous fiscal year, and segment profit was ¥380.723 million, up 92.5%.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. The chemicals business posted a 25.6% increase in sales and a 92.5% increase in segment profit. - FY2022-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Orders from major domestic customers related to automobiles and textile oils, supported by the recovery in external demand, increased significantly. Selling prices also rose as prices of raw materials centered on oleochemicals, including natural fats and oils, continued to increase. As a result, for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year, sales were ¥15,584.137 million, up 25.8% year on year, operating profit was ¥230.207 million, up 77.9%, ordinary profit was ¥337.051 million, up 50.1%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥225.664 million, up 50.4%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers through online meetings and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, while orders related to automobiles and textile oils increased significantly. Company-wide sales increased 25.8% and operating profit increased 77.9%. - FY2022-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. As overseas economies recovered, orders from major domestic customers in the automobile and textile oils businesses remained strong. Prices of raw materials centered on oleochemicals, including natural fats and oils, were also on an upward trend, and selling prices increased.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers through online meetings and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, while orders related to automobiles and textile oils remained strong. Company-wide sales increased 26.3% year on year, chemicals business sales increased 29.4%, and segment profit increased 98.7%. - FY2022-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online web meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Orders related to automobiles and textile oils remained strong, and prices for certain raw materials, including natural fats and oils, were on an upward trend, with selling prices also improving. As a result, sales for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥5,076.212 million, up 23.5% year on year.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers based on its focused market-deepening model and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, while orders related to automobiles and textile oils remained strong. Company-wide sales increased 23.5% year on year, chemicals business sales increased 25.9%, and segment profit increased 24.5%, while company-wide operating profit declined 10.3% due to higher selling, general and administrative expenses. - FY2021Lower full-year sales but higher operating profit, with divergent performance by businessAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, and strengthen sales of raw materials and products related to disinfection and hygiene. As a result, for the fiscal year, sales were ¥17,032.260 million, down 4.0% from the previous fiscal year, while operating profit was ¥157.638 million, up 23.0%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers based on its focused market-deepening model and strengthen sales of chemicals in emerging markets and disinfection- and hygiene-related products. Full-year sales declined 4.0%, but operating profit increased 23.0%, with divergent performance by business: the chemicals business posted lower sales and profit, while the household products business posted higher sales and profit. - FY2021-Q3Signs of recovery alongside lower sales and profitAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, and strengthen sales of raw materials and products related to disinfection and hygiene. Orders related to automobiles and textile oils, which had fallen sharply, also showed signs of recovery, while prices for certain raw materials, including natural fats and oils, which had remained low, began to rise.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers through online meetings and strengthen sales of chemicals in emerging markets and disinfection- and hygiene-related products, while orders related to automobiles and textile oils and natural fats and oils prices showed signs of recovery and an upturn. However, cumulative sales remained down 8.8% year on year, indicating simultaneous signs of recovery and lower sales. - FY2021-Q2Lower sales and profit for the first half, with online sales activities continuingAnnual report
「The Group also used working from home and online meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, and strengthen sales of raw materials and products related to disinfection. However, orders declined due to the effects of customers’ production and sales adjustments associated with the economic slowdown following the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, first-half sales were ¥7,911.956 million, down 12.6% year on year, operating profit was ¥53.912 million, down 37.5%, ordinary profit was ¥135.806 million, down 17.6%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥90.485 million, down 41.8%.」
The Group continued working from home and online meetings, expanding sales to existing customers, expanding sales of chemicals in emerging markets, and strengthening disinfection-related products, but customer production and sales adjustments resulted in lower first-half sales and profit, with sales down 12.6% and operating profit down 37.5%. - FY2021-Q1Shift in sales methods and priority products under COVID-19, with higher profit despite lower salesAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, companies refrained from visiting customers for sales activities. The Group also used working from home and online web meetings to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, and strengthen sales of raw materials and products related to disinfection. As a result, sales for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥4,110.630 million, down 8.6% year on year. However, selling, general and administrative expenses declined, resulting in operating profit of ¥31.507 million, up 8.2%, ordinary profit of ¥53.766 million, up 9.7%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent of ¥33.404 million, up 8.3%.」
In response to the suspension of in-person sales visits, the Group shifted to sales methods using working from home and online web meetings and also strengthened sales of disinfection-related products. Sales declined 8.6%, while operating profit increased 8.2%, resulting in lower sales but higher profit. - FY2020Lower full-year sales and profit, missing planAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets both in Japan and overseas. However, orders from major domestic customers declined, and the Group was affected by certain raw material prices, including natural fats and oils, remaining at low levels. As a result, for the fiscal year, sales were ¥17,733.944 million, down 11.8% from the previous fiscal year, and operating profit was ¥128.154 million, down 53.2%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but full-year sales declined 11.8% and operating profit declined 53.2%. - FY2020-Q3Lower revenue and lower profit for the cumulative third quarterAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group worked to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets both in Japan and overseas. However, it was significantly affected by reduced orders from major domestic customers and certain raw material prices, including natural fats and oils, remaining at low levels. As a result, sales in the chemicals business for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥12,272.859 million, down 12.3% year on year, and segment profit was ¥194.845 million, down 26.3%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but the chemicals business was affected by reduced orders from major domestic customers and low natural fats and oils prices, with cumulative third-quarter sales down 12.3% and segment profit down 26.3%. - FY2020-Q2Lower sales and profit for the first halfAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group worked to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets both in Japan and overseas. However, it was affected by certain raw material prices, including natural fats and oils, remaining at low levels and by reduced orders from major domestic customers. As a result, sales for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥9,057.549 million, down 12.3% year on year, and operating profit was ¥86.283 million, down 42.1%.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but the impact of low raw material prices and reduced orders from major domestic customers resulted in cumulative first-half sales down 12.3% and operating profit down 42.1%. - FY2020-Q1Lower sales and profit for the quarterAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group worked to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets both in Japan and overseas. However, the effects of declining prices for certain raw materials, including natural fats and oils, and continued product supply shortages associated with environmental regulations in China persisted. As a result, sales for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥4,497.372 million, down 16.4% year on year, operating profit was ¥29.127 million, down 65.5%, ordinary profit was ¥49.033 million, down 57.2%, and profit attributable to owners of the parent was ¥30.849 million, down 60.6%, resulting in lower sales and profit than in the same quarter of the previous year.」
The Group continued to expand sales to existing customers, develop new accounts, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but continued declines in natural fats and oils prices and supply shortages associated with environmental regulations in China resulted in lower sales and profit in the first quarter, with sales down 16.4% and operating profit down 65.5%. - FY2019Full-year revenue and earnings declineAnnual report
「The Group actively pursued proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, as well as developing new customers, proposing new applications, and expanding sales of chemicals in emerging markets both in Japan and overseas. However, it was affected by declining prices for certain raw materials, including natural fats and oils, and shortages of products handled by the Group due to environmental regulations in China. As a result, for the fiscal year, sales were ¥20,110.251 million, down 0.4% from the previous fiscal year, and operating profit was ¥273.872 million, down 18.2%.」
The Group continued proposals to existing customers, development of new accounts, proposals for new applications, and expansion of sales of chemicals in emerging markets, but full-year sales declined 0.4% and operating profit declined 18.2%. - FY2019-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, production and sales activities in the surfactants industry, which is closely related to the Group’s business, remained generally firm. The Group also continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business. As a result, company-wide sales for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥15,575.248 million, up 2.5% year on year.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals. Company-wide sales increased 2.5% year on year, while operating profit declined 14.6%, indicating simultaneous sales growth and deterioration in profitability. - FY2019-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group also continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business. As a result, company-wide sales for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥10,328.240 million, up 4.9% year on year. Sales in the chemicals business were ¥9,314.206 million, up 4.5%, while segment profit was ¥167.184 million, down 17.4%.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals. Company-wide sales increased 4.9% year on year, and chemicals business sales increased 4.5%. Segment profit in the chemicals business declined 17.4%, partly due to fluctuations in raw material prices. - FY2019-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, production and sales activities in the surfactants industry, which is closely related to the Group’s business, remained firm. The Group also continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business. As a result, sales for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥5,381.751 million, up 9.8% year on year. Gross profit also increased 6.2% year on year, driven by higher sales. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased 4.0% year on year, but operating profit rose 16.2% to ¥84.363 million.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals. Company-wide sales increased 9.8% year on year, while operating profit increased 16.2%. - FY2018AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group actively pursued proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, as well as developing new customers and proposing new applications, while working to expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets both in Japan and overseas. As a result, for the fiscal year, sales were ¥20,198.883 million, up 7.3% from the previous fiscal year, and operating profit was ¥334.731 million, up 12.5%.」
The Group continued proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, development of new accounts, proposals for new applications, and expansion of sales of chemicals in emerging markets. Company-wide sales increased 7.3% year on year, and operating profit increased 12.5%. - FY2018-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, production and sales activities in the surfactants industry, which is closely related to the Group’s business, remained generally firm. The Group also continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business. As a result, sales in the chemicals business for the cumulative third quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥13,645.046 million, up 7.4% year on year, and segment profit was ¥311.953 million, up 31.2%.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals. Sales in the chemicals business increased 7.4% year on year, and segment profit increased 31.2%. - FY2018-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business. As a result, sales in the chemicals business for the cumulative second quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥8,912.349 million, up 7.5% year on year, and segment profit was ¥202.454 million, up 37.1%.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals. Sales in the chemicals business increased 7.5% year on year, and segment profit increased 37.1%. - FY2018-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals in its chemicals business. As a result, sales in the chemicals business for the cumulative first quarter of the current consolidated fiscal year were ¥4,465.784 million, up 8.4% year on year, and segment profit was ¥90.604 million, up 26.6%.」
The Group continued to expand and strengthen sales to existing customers centered on oleochemicals. In the chemicals business, sales increased 8.4% year on year and segment profit increased 26.6%. - FY2017RestatedAnnual report
「The Group has adopted a “focused strategy” under which it concentrates the deployment of its “human management resources,” including management and employees, “physical management resources,” including facilities and funds, and “information management resources,” including information, know-how, and creditworthiness, on its business domain, the “chemicals sector centered on oleochemicals.”」
The Group continues its basic model of concentrating management resources on the chemicals sector centered on oleochemicals and deepening its market presence across 3 businesses. - FY2017-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group actively pursued proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, as well as developing new customers and proposing new applications, while also working to expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets.」
The Group continues to pursue proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, develop new accounts, propose new applications, and expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets. - FY2017-Q2RestatedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group actively pursued proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, as well as developing new customers and proposing new applications, while also working to expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets.」
The Group continues its focused business operations centered on oleochemicals, pursuing proposals to existing customers, developing new accounts, and proposing new applications. - FY2017-Q1RestatedAnnual report
「Against this backdrop, the Group actively pursued proposals to existing customers centered on oleochemicals, as well as developing new customers and proposing new applications, while also working to expand sales of chemicals in emerging markets.」
The Group continues to operate a focused business model centered on oleochemicals, pursuing proposals to existing customers, developing new customers, and proposing new applications. - FY2016First statedAnnual report
「The Group’s business domain is the chemicals sector centered on oleochemicals. Our business model is a “focused market-deepening model,” under which we concentrate our human management resources, including officers and employees, physical management resources, including facilities and funds, and information resources, including related information and sales know-how, on this business domain to deepen our market presence further in each of our chemicals, household products, and civil engineering and construction materials businesses.」
The Company explicitly defines a business model that concentrates resources on the chemicals sector centered on oleochemicals and deepens its market presence across 3 businesses.