The global landscape is changing at an unprecedented pace. Geopolitical situations, such as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the war in Gaza, remain highly uncertain.
On the environmental front, the Japan Meteorological Agency announced that Japan’s average air temperature and average sea surface temperature reached record highs for the second consecutive year since statistics began. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) also reported that the global average temperature in 2024 marked the highest ever recorded, following last year’s record.
Furthermore, with developments such as the U.S. Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, it is essential to continue closely monitoring global environmental trends.
In our core business fields of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, initiatives to reduce CO₂ emissions—one of the primary causes of global warming—are increasingly being recognized as essential added value beyond the products themselves.
In this context, Asahi Printing has been contributing to reducing the environmental impact of our operations by installing solar power generation facilities at our Toyama production site in 2023. We are also working on calculating our GHG emissions and disclosing environmental data to overseas third-party evaluation organizations, steadily advancing initiatives where we can make a difference.
At the same time, we continue to respond to diversifying environmental needs. For example, we have developed pulp-molded 3D products made from non-wood materials such as bamboo and bagasse, paper-based packaging that eliminates plastic film, biomass-based clear cartons and PET vapor-deposited packaging that reduce petroleum-derived raw materials. We also propose eco-friendly packaging solutions such as the use of certified sustainable paper, simplified disposal designs that help reduce waste, and innovative protective structures for fragile and high-value pharmaceuticals such as our floating-bottle design that provides shock resistance without the need for cushioning materials.
Through these innovations and ongoing efforts, we aspire to be a company that lives up to our principle: Evolving to Exceed Expectations — Delivering Environmental Value and Positive Impact.
Looking ahead, we will continue to take on challenges and overcome difficulties with the spirit of “continuity and change”, striving for management that aligns the perpetual growth of our company with the happiness of our employees while prioritizing a customer-oriented approach.
Embracing the spirit of 'tsu tsu mu ko ko ro' — the heartfelt hospitality, we endeavor to contribute to society by providing customers with products and services that value safety, security and beauty. — Asahi Printing will continue to contribute to society and generate value suited to a new era. Building on the expertise and trust we have cultivated over our long history, we are committed to anticipating change and striving for continuous growth.
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