Toell
Basic Information
- Stock Code
- 3361
- Industry
- Retail Industry
- Category Detail
- Electric Power & Gas
- Prefecture
- Kanagawa Prefecture
- Establishment Year
- May 1963
- Listing Year
- February 2005
- Official Website
- https://www.toell.co.jp/
- TSE Information
- TSE Information
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Overview
Toell is a mid-sized company founded in 1963, based in Kanagawa Prefecture, with a solid position in LPG retail and water business.
Current Situation
As of 2024, Toell maintains stable operations with sales of approximately 25.6 billion yen and net profit in the 1.1 billion yen range. In addition to its mainstay LP gas sales, it is accelerating growth by developing multiple water business brands. In the fiercely competitive retail industry, it differentiates itself through strengthening its regional base and proposal-based sales. In recent years, it has also ventured into new aquaculture business using beverage water factories, promoting diversification into other fields. Focusing on sustainable energy use and water resource conservation, it emphasizes environmentally considerate businesses and contributes to local communities. Management has formulated mid- to long-term growth strategies and is promoting business efficiency through the introduction of digital technologies. While considering changes in the market environment, it aims to establish a stable revenue base and expand business areas. For future enhancement of shareholder value, it is actively investing and developing new businesses.
Trivia
Interesting Facts
- Founded in 1963, developing regional LP gas business
- Early adoption of tiger puffer aquaculture using beverage water factories
- Owns multiple mineral water brands
- Mid-sized retailer with strong base centered in Kanagawa Prefecture
- Energy company listed on Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard
- Actively involved in mail-order food business
- Strengthened revenue base through long-term stable performance and diversification
- Prepared gas supply support system during disasters
- Focus on environmental consideration in water servers
- Company actively engaging in regional contribution activities
Hidden Connections
- Water quality management technology in water business contributes to tiger puffer aquaculture success
- Stable shareholder composition mainly by regional related companies and management
- Mail-order food business expansion through collaboration with related subsidiaries
- LPG supply supports energy foundation of local housing and commercial facilities
- Competes with nearby major gas companies while leveraging regional strengths
- Inheriting the lineage of Tokyo LP Gas from founding while developing uniquely
- Industry attention on environmentally responsive water server product development
- Aquaculture project using regional hot spring water is a unique initiative
Future Outlook
Growth Drivers
- Expansion of social demand for energy efficiency and environmental consideration
- Health-oriented expansion of mineral water market
- Increasing demand for high-value-added seafood in aquaculture business
- Digitalization of mail-order business and customer base expansion
- Ongoing growth in demand for regionally rooted services
- Growing importance of emergency services due to disaster risks
- Expansion of energy-saving products accompanying strengthened environmental regulations
- Promotion of digital transformation
- Service development corresponding to aging society
- Increasing investments toward realizing sustainable society
- Increasing demand for environmentally certified products
- Diversification of revenue sources through new business area development
Strategic Goals
- Maintain position as top regional LP gas supplier
- Double sales in mineral water business
- Establish premium brand in aquaculture business
- Digital enhancement and channel expansion in mail-order business
- Company-wide strengthening of environmental impact reduction initiatives
- Maintain customer satisfaction above 90%
- Develop and launch new energy-saving products
- 10% sales increase through diversification strategy
- Establishment of employee work-life improvement programs
- Strengthen partnerships with local communities
Business Segments
LP Gas Supply Services
- Overview
- Provides stable LP gas supply and safety management support to corporations.
- Competitiveness
- Rapid response rooted in the region and high-level safety management system
- Customers
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- Restaurants
- Factories
- Hotels
- Apartment Management Companies
- Public Facilities
- Hospitals
- Commercial Facilities
- Educational Institutions
- Transportation Companies
- Agricultural Corporations
- Products
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- LP Gas Bulk Supply
- Gas Piping Installation
- Gas Appliance Maintenance
- Emergency Supply Services
- Safety Inspections
- Combustion Appliance Sales
- Gas Leak Detectors
- Energy-Saving Consulting
- Gas Maintenance Management
- Energy Diagnostics
Mineral Water Supply
- Overview
- Regular supply service of safe, high-quality drinking water to corporate customers.
- Competitiveness
- Multiple brand offerings and delivery network convenience
- Customers
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- Offices
- Restaurants
- Hotels
- Hospitals
- Fitness Clubs
- Event Operators
- Nursing Homes
- Supermarkets
- Cafes
- Educational Institutions
- Products
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- Commercial Water Servers
- Water Bottle Supply
- Maintenance Services
- Water Dispensers
- Carbonated Water Supply
- Original Brand Water
- Water Purifier Sales
- Beverage Water Consulting
- Delivery Services
- Gift Sets
Gas Appliance Rental & Sales
- Overview
- Provides high-performance gas-related appliances to corporations through sales and rentals.
- Competitiveness
- Comprehensive support system including maintenance
- Customers
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- Renovation Contractors
- Facility Management Companies
- Construction Companies
- Real Estate Management
- Store Operators
- Manufacturing
- Nursing Homes
- Apartment Complex Management
- Public Facilities
- Schools
- Products
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- Gas Stoves
- Water Heaters
- Heating Appliances
- Rental Servers
- Maintenance Contracts
- Piping Work
- Safety Equipment
- Smart Appliance Introduction
- Remote-Control Appliances
- Energy Management Systems
Mail-Order Operation Support
- Overview
- Operation support services leveraging Toell's unique know-how in mail-order business.
- Competitiveness
- One-stop solution for sales and logistics
- Customers
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- Food Manufacturers
- Local Producers
- Mail-Order Companies
- EC Malls
- Importers
- Gift Businesses
- Agricultural Corporations
- Processed Food Companies
- Beverage Manufacturers
- Local Governments
- Products
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- Product Planning Support
- Logistics Management
- Customer Support
- Sales Promotion
- Site Operation Management
- Order Management
- Delivery Services
- Product Storage
- Marketing Analysis
- Order Center
Aquaculture Production Business
- Overview
- High-value-added seafood aquaculture production using clear drinking water.
- Competitiveness
- Advanced water quality management technology and brand power
- Customers
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- Seafood Wholesalers
- High-End Restaurants
- Processed Food Companies
- Exporters
- Local Retailers
- Local Governments
- Branded Seafood Operators
- Markets
- Specialized Intermediaries
- Research Institutions
- Products
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- Tiger Puffer
- Abalone
- Premium Seafood
- Fresh Fish Wholesale
- Aquaculture Technology Provision
- Quality Management
- Branding Support
- Rearing Management
- Health Management
- Production Technology Consulting
Competitive Advantage
Strengths
- Strong regional customer base
- Diverse water business brand portfolio
- Stable LP gas supply system
- Aquaculture business utilizing beverage water factories
- Reliability of Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard listing
- Experienced management and technical staff
- Risk diversification through diversified businesses
- Long track record in the industry
- Thorough safety measures
- Active regional contribution activities
- Mail-order food business expertise
- Flexible customer response capabilities
- Development of environmentally considerate products
- 対応 to sustainable energy
- High quality of provided services
Competitive Advantages
- Powerful sales network rooted in the region
- Dual expansion of propane gas and mineral water
- Customer needs met through diverse brand development
- Multi-purpose utilization of beverage water factories leveraging technological innovation
- Production of high-value-added products through unique aquaculture technology
- Flexible service system for both corporate and individual customers
- Reliable supply system with thorough safety management
- Focus on mail-order business
- Rich regional contributions and CSR activities
- Promotion of environmentally considerate energy services
- Emergency supply system capable during disasters
- Excellent customer support system
- Comprehensive maintenance services
- Stable growth based on long-term management strategy
- Utilization of diverse sales channels
Threats
- Intensifying competition in the LPG industry
- Energy market fluctuations due to electricity deregulation
- Risks from fluctuations in raw material and fuel prices
- Impact of natural disasters on supply chains
- Cost increases from strengthened environmental regulations
- Increase in new market entrants
- Delays in responding to changing market needs
- Decline in demand due to spread of alternative energies
- Aging of customer base
- Aquaculture business risks from water quality environmental changes
- Intensifying competition in mail-order market
- Decline in competitiveness due to delays in technological innovation
Innovations
2024: Strengthening Hot Spring Tiger Puffer Aquaculture Business
- Overview
- Implemented technological improvements and production expansion for hot spring tiger puffer aquaculture using beverage water factory premises.
- Impact
- Improved profitability through market launch of high-value-added products
2023: Energy-Saving Upgrade for Water Servers
- Overview
- Significantly reduced power consumption by introducing water servers equipped with the latest energy-saving technology.
- Impact
- Achieves both customer satisfaction and environmental consideration
2022: Efficiency Improvement in LP Gas Piping Work
- Overview
- Achieved shortened construction periods and cost reductions through improved construction techniques.
- Impact
- Rapid service for customers and ensured stable supply
2021: Renewal of Mail-Order Platform
- Overview
- Renewed core systems to greatly improve customer convenience and order processing capacity.
- Impact
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction
2020: Advanced Safety Monitoring System
- Overview
- Introduced IoT-based real-time gas leak monitoring system.
- Impact
- Improved safety and reduced accident risks
Sustainability
- Promotion of energy-saving combustion technology in LP gas supply
- Promotion of reuse for water bottles considering reduced environmental impact
- Participation in regional cleanup activities and environmental conservation events
- Consideration and promotion of renewable energy introduction
- Strengthening ties with local communities through CSR activities
- Business process improvements aimed at resource conservation
- Strict adherence to water quality management and safety hygiene standards
- Promotion of waste reduction and recycling activities
- Employee environmental education and awareness programs
- Enhancement of environmental information provision to customers
- Expansion of sustainable water business
- Preparation of emergency support systems during disasters