NIPPON PALLET POOL CO.,LTD. (4690) Stock Price

Japan Pallet Pool was established in 1972 as Japan's first pallet pool operator dedicated to modernizing logistics through comprehensive palletization. Since its founding, the company has worked to promote and advance the use of pallets.

Japan Pallet Pool's main business is the rental of material handling and transport equipment, including wooden and plastic pallets, supporters, nestainers, and roll boxes, as well as the operation of pallet pools through a rental system.

This pool operation system works by sharing standardized pallets and circulating them among users. The company maintains pallets at approximately 200 depots nationwide and provides rentals in the quantities needed when needed. Pallets can be returned at any depot when no longer required, and the company handles repairs and maintenance.

Japan Pallet Pool also promotes comprehensive palletization. This method involves transporting and storing cargo loaded on pallets from shipment to delivery without unloading, delivering benefits to companies such as reduced transportation costs and shortened handling time.

The NPP Pallet Pool System is designed to improve logistics efficiency by allowing multiple customers to jointly and cyclically use standardized pallets. Through this system, logistics efficiency is achieved and the company contributes to cost reduction for its customers.

Japan Pallet Pool is pursuing sustainable growth through bold strategic initiatives. The company is committed to providing environmentally friendly logistics services and contributing to the realization of a sustainable society. The company is adapting to demographic shifts, including an aging population and fewer children, as well as regulatory changes, while pursuing the creation of new markets.

The company has established a long-term vision targeting revenue of 10 billion yen and operating profit of 1 billion yen by fiscal year 2031. To achieve this goal, the company launched a new three-year management plan, "Management Plan 2027," beginning in 2025. The company is expanding logistics support services, improving operational efficiency, and actively investing in new business areas with strong growth potential.

The "Management Plan 2024" focuses on four key initiatives: expanding core business, developing new business, strengthening operational structure, and advancing ESG management. Specific measures include implementing the pallet location management system "FukuLOW," optimizing depot placement, and promoting digital transformation.

The plan through 2027 is centered on strengthening the business foundation, expanding revenue, human capital management, reinforcing operational structure, and creating new business. The company aims to expand its business through M&A, capital investment, strengthening partnerships with major clients, talent development, and network restructuring.

Japan Pallet Pool is pursuing growth investments with a focus on capital efficiency and aims to improve ROE. The company's policy is to strengthen profitability and optimize capital structure through building quality assets and enhancing shareholder returns.