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2025.09.25
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Nippon Sanso Holdings Group Social Contribution Initiatives (FYE2025)

The NSHD Group promotes a variety of social contribution activities aimed at realizing a better future for people, society, and the planet, including initiatives related to safety and health, environmental conservation, training the next generation, disaster relief, and local communities.

Instance Region
Safety and Health MATHESON raised funds through Unite for HER (UFH) to support patients with breast and ovarian cancer. United States
An employee of Supagas participated in a cycling race to raise donations for multiple sclerosis. Supagas also matched the donations collected at its branch offices and contributed them to this cause. Australia
Supagas employees participated in Ronald McDonald House Charities' Meals from the Heart program, preparing and serving meals to families of patients staying at the House while they receive treatment. Australia
Supagas extended its five-year sponsorship with the Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation (SCHF).  Australia
Nippon Gases Europe hosted a mini football tournament (PDS Cup) in memory of a friend of an employee who passed away from cancer, donating part of the proceeds to Come on Against Cancer campaign. Belgium
Nippon Gases Europe covered the participation fees for employees and their families in Belgium's largest running festival, Antwerp 10 Miles. Belgium
Nippon Gases Europe supported Børnecancerfonden, a fund dedicated to pediatric cancer. Denmark
Nippon Gases Europe donated jerseys to Pink Power Kowelenz, a paddle team of women who have battled breast cancer and work to raise awareness of the disease. Germany
Nippon Gases Europe raised funds to support research on genetic disorders. Italy
Nippon Gases Europe raised funds to support children with Hanefeld syndrome and to advance related research. Italy
Nippon Gases Europe participated in the annual Hospital for a Friend event, supporting hospital patients and their families. Italy
Environmental Conservation As a special partner, NSHD has joined the OIST Coral Project, a program led by the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) that is dedicated to conserving coral reefs in Okinawa and around the world. Japan
Thermos launched sales of an exclusive Okinawa-themed bottle to support the OIST Coral Project, a global coral reef conservation initiative. A portion of the proceeds will be used to fund the project through NSHD. Japan
Taiyo Nippon Sanso participated as a member company in the Team Tyura Sango initiative to protect coral reefs in Onna Village, Okinawa, conducting activities such as coral seedling cultivation and transplanting. Japan
As part of its health management and social contribution initiatives, Taiyo Nippon Sanso organized a rafting and river cleanup activity along the Tama River in Tokyo. Japan
Thermos set up a booth at the home arena of professional basketball team Alvark Tokyo, to conduct a pilot test of its drink container reuse service. Japan
Thermos took part in Tokyo Green Ship Action 2024, a collaborative nature conservation initiative involving the Tokyo metropolitan government, NPOs, and corporations, and engaged in activities to preserve the satoyama landscape. Japan
Thermos released a limited-edition bottle to support raptor conservation efforts, with part of the proceeds used to protect endangered wildlife through the Institute for Raptor Biomedicine Japan. Japan
Nippon Sanso (Thailand) donated used plastic bottles to the Green Road Project, where they are recycled into tables, chairs, and paving blocks for community use. Thailand
Nippon Sanso (Thailand) collaborated with the Royal Forest Department to build check dams to prevent flooding and store water for use during the dry season. Thailand
Nippon Sanso (Thailand) took part in tree planting activities in nearby forests in collaboration with the Northern Industrial Estate. Thailand
Nippon Sanso (Thailand) participated in wildfire prevention activities, creating firebreaks, under the Sustainable Green Space Development project with the Northern Industrial Estate. Thailand
Nippon Sanso (Thailand) planted trees in commemoration of His Majesty’s birthday. Thailand
Nippon Gases Europe collaborated with the Eden Forest Regeneration Project on reforestation activities. Italy
Nippon Gases Europe carried out tree planting activities in various regions across Germany. Germany
More than 100 people, including employees, families, and partners of Nippon Gases Europe, participated in the second reforestation project, planting over 1,500 trees. Portugal
Training the Next Generation Thermos, in collaboration with its official partner Kawasaki Frontale, provided support to the Kanagawa Children’s Cafeteria and Community Cafeteria Network by donating its frying pans to children’s and community cafeterias across Kanagawa Prefecture. Japan
Thermos sponsored the “Thermos Presents: Nutrition and Soccer Class” with Kawasaki Frontale, held in the largest sports town in the Tokyo metropolitan area. Japan
With the aim of fostering youth development and promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Thermos co-hosted the “Basketball and SDGs Class” with Alvark Tokyo. Japan
To support university students amid rising prices, Thermos collaborated with students from university nutrition departments to develop affordable and nutritious meal recipes. Japan
Taiyo Nippon Sanso held the Taiyo Nippon Sanso Kids’ Science Class, where elementary school students in Shinagawa Ward experienced hands-on experiments using liquid nitrogen. Japan
Taiyo Nippon Sanso hosted Taiyo Nippon Sanso Sergio Soccer Clinic 2024 in Chiba and Osaka to promote the healthy development of youth through sports. Japan
The Nagano Plant of NISSAN TANAKA CORPORATION welcomed junior high school students for workplace experience learning. Japan
The TM Air’s Kashima Office conducted a science class at a local elementary school. Japan
MATHESON contributed school supplies to elementary schools in Pennsylvania. United States
An employee of Supagas took part in the Kokoda 99km Running Challenge, raising funds for the Kokoda Youth Foundation. The foundation delivers free programs that empower disadvantaged young people in local communities, helping them build a brighter future.
Australia
Nippon Sanso Vietnam co-sponsors scholarships for selected junior and senior high school students in Dong Nai Province. Vietnam
Nippon Sanso Vietnam donated laptops, desktop computers, and other electronic equipment to local junior high schools and orphanages to support education. Vietnam
Through the WING network that promotes the professional growth of female employees, Nippon Gases Europe carried out activities to foster children's and teenagers' interest in science through home experiments. Europe
Nippon Gases Europe organized a BBQ event to support children with disabilities. Belgium
Nippon Gases Europe organized a STEM project, inviting girls to three sites and where they were introduced to the company and career opportunities. Germany
Nippon Gases Europe donated unused laptops to an elementary school. Germany
Nippon Gases Europe purchased training equipment for a U10 soccer team. Ireland
Nippon Gases Europe raised funds to purchase Christmas gifts for children in community homes. Italy
Nippon Gases Europe took part in the local initiative Women in Uniform Read to encourage children's interest in scientific concepts. Norway
Nippon Gases Europe provided funding for equipment for a new handball club for seven-year-old girls. Norway
Nippon Gases Europe supports Sirkus Sybilla, a children's circus group that performs locally and also visits schools. Norway
Nippon Gases Europe contributed to creating opportunities for children to go to the mountains and skiing by providing a free bus service. Norway
Nippon Gases Europe holds an annual Christmas party to support elementary school children. Norway
Disaster Relief NSHD made a donation through the Japanese Red Cross Society to aid the victims of the earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025, and to support the recovery of the affected areas. Japan
Nippon Gases Europe worked with the Red Cross to collect donations and provide support for serious flood damage in the Valencia region. Spain
Local Communities Thermos donated large-capacity water bottles to skilled workers at construction sites. Japan
As part of its efforts to support people with disabilities, Taiyo Nippon Sanso held a sales event featuring additive-free bread and baked goods, as well as pesticide-free and organic vegetables produced at a vocational support center. Japan
Nippon Gases Europe made a donation to the Düsseldorf Carnival Association on its 200th anniversary. Germany
Nippon Gases Europe organized a Christmas market for residents of a psychiatric facility for the elderly. Belgium
Nippon Gases Europe donated helium gas and balloons for a hospital event. Italy
Nippon Gases Europe donated helium gas for a parish event. Italy
Nippon Gases Europe supported Kirkens Bymisjon, a nonprofit organization that assists people facing hardship in their lives. Norway
Nippon Gases Europe supported the largest annual event held in Rjukan every April. Norway
Nippon Gases Europe donated funds to purchase a projector for presentations at a local crafts center. Norway
MATHESON donated preserved food, daily necessities, and other essential supplies. United States