The Group's origins date back to 1918, when Soichiro Asano, later called the "King of Cement," introduced the manufacturing technology for Carlit Explosives obtained from Sweden. At that time, demand for cement was growing for road improvement, dam construction, and other work due to Japan making significant progress toward becoming a modern nation under the leadership of the government. Soichiro Asano, who was confident that cement would be vital in enriching Japan, launched the cement business with an eye to the future of the country. Carlit Explosives were used for quarrying limestone, a raw material for cement, playing a major role in the mass supply of cement and helping Japan lay the groundwork to become a modern nation.
Since then, in keeping with the founder's beliefs, the Group has continued to take on the challenge of creating unique value with the mission of resolving social issues, such as addressing the needs of society and figuring out how to contribute to the growth of society through manufacturing and providing services.
In recent years, as part of sustainability management, our mid-term management plan "Challenge 2027" outlines initiatives aimed at realizing our vision: " To contribute to a sustainable society by combining the power of 'chemistry' and 'technology' to support people's happy lives." As a strategy related to sustainability, we are focusing energy-saving capital investment and human resource strategies. We aim to achieve both "profitable growth" and "sustainability" through proactive and positive initiatives in our business activities.
With an adventurous and entrepreneurial spirit, Soichiro Asano led the business to success despite numerous setbacks. Following this unyielding spirit of our founder, who was known for always rising up after repeated setbacks, now is the time to return to our founding spirit and harness the strength of each and every employee, our greatest assets, to tackle the increasingly severe conditions being faced by society. From our vibrant workplace, the entire Group will strive to provide products and services that are needed by and contribute to society.
We sincerely ask for the continued understanding and support of our shareholders and all other stakeholders.
Representative Director and President & CEO
Hirofumi Kaneko
