Maruun

Basic Information

Stock Code
9067
Industry
Land Transportation Industry
Category Detail
Land Transportation
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
December 1938
Listing Year
October 1961
Official Website
https://www.maruwn.co.jp/
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Overview

Maruun is a leading company in the land transportation industry affiliated with the JX Group, headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, established in 1938, with strengths in liquid transportation and rail-utilized freight forwarding.

Current Situation

Maruun achieved consolidated sales of approximately ¥46.6 billion, total assets of approximately ¥37.7 billion, and employs about 2,200 people in the fiscal year ended March 2023, maintaining solid management. Its core businesses are liquid transportation, general cargo transportation, and rail-utilized transportation, where it upholds high technological expertise and service quality. As part of the ENEOS Group, it benefits from a stable business foundation and is focusing on strengthening its environmental initiatives. It operates domestic logistics centers and overseas subsidiaries (in Shanghai, Vietnam, Singapore, etc.), emphasizing international transportation. Certifications such as ISO9001 and ISO14001 have been obtained, with a focus on quality and environmental management. Amid fierce competition from major logistics firms, it differentiates through its specialized liquid transportation capabilities. Medium- to long-term challenges include environmentally friendly transportation, cost reductions via logistics optimization, and IT adoption, all aimed at sustainable growth. Recent personnel changes and executive transitions are actively covered in the news, highlighting its flexible management.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • The Norakuro Truck was a famous image character
  • Has grown consistently as an ENEOS Group affiliate since founding
  • Veteran company in liquid transportation in the Tokyo metropolitan area
  • Established local subsidiaries in Shanghai and Vietnam to advance overseas expansion
  • Holds multiple international certifications including ISO9001 and ISO14001

Hidden Connections

  • Benefits from major capital support from ENEOS Holdings, providing strengths in material procurement
  • Diversifying into international logistics and transportation through related subsidiaries
  • Built deep partnerships with major Japanese chemical manufacturers through long-term transactions
  • One of the early companies to transition from Tokyo Stock Exchange First Section to Standard Market

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Expansion of clean logistics technology to meet stricter environmental regulations
  • Increasing demand for liquid transportation domestically and internationally
  • Overseas market growth through strengthened international logistics network
  • Logistics efficiency via AI utilization
  • Promotion of low-carbon multimodal transportation with rail collaboration

Strategic Goals

  • Maintain and expand top domestic share in liquid transportation
  • Achieve 30% CO2 emissions reduction environmental target
  • Expand business scope and sales of overseas subsidiaries
  • Build advanced safety management system and achieve zero accidents
  • Logistics revolution through full adoption of IT and digital technologies

Business Segments

Liquid Transportation

Overview
Provides high-quality liquid cargo transportation with advanced safety management and temperature control technology.
Competitiveness
ENEOS Group collaboration and highly specialized technology
Customers
  • Oil refining companies
  • Chemical manufacturers
  • Food processors
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturers
  • ENEOS Group
Products
  • Hazardous materials tank truck transportation
  • Chemical product transportation
  • Temperature-controlled liquid transportation
  • Food additive transportation

General Cargo Transportation

Overview
Achieves stable supply through efficient route planning and maintained transportation quality.
Competitiveness
Detailed customer service and emphasis on safe driving
Customers
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Distribution industry
  • Retail industry
  • Food manufacturers
Products
  • Regular route cargo transportation
  • Chilled/frozen transportation
  • Small parcel consolidated service

Warehouse and Storage Services

Overview
Provides warehouse storage services excelling in temperature and safety management.
Competitiveness
Strict management system compliant with legal regulations
Customers
  • Food manufacturers
  • Medical institutions
  • Chemical product manufacturers
Products
  • Refrigerated/frozen warehouses
  • Hazardous materials storage
  • Temporary product storage

International Logistics Services

Overview
Diverse international logistics services leveraging overseas networks.
Competitiveness
Flexible response through collaboration with overseas subsidiaries
Customers
  • Importers/exporters
  • International trading companies
  • Global manufacturing bases
Products
  • Ocean transportation
  • Air cargo transportation
  • International customs clearance services

Rail-Utilized Multimodal Transportation

Overview
Achieves cost reduction with environmentally friendly transportation combining rail and trucks.
Competitiveness
Strong network with rail companies
Customers
  • Manufacturing industry
  • Major logistics companies
Products
  • Freight rail transportation
  • Truck-linked delivery

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Stable support from ENEOS Group
  • Advanced liquid transportation technology
  • Efficient logistics via rail utilization
  • Extensive domestic and international logistics network
  • Quality assurance through various ISO certifications
  • Focus on environmentally considerate businesses

Competitive Advantages

  • High safety management and reliability in liquid transportation
  • Cost reduction and environmental load minimization in multimodal transport
  • Global expansion support via overseas subsidiaries
  • Customer-oriented detailed logistics services
  • Superior resource access through ENEOS Group collaboration

Threats

  • Intensifying competition in logistics industry leading to price wars
  • Impact of crude oil price fluctuations on transportation costs
  • Challenges in securing talent due to labor shortages
  • Potential cost increases from stricter regulations
  • Rising transportation risks from climate change

Innovations

2023: Introduction of latest eco-friendly tank trucks

Overview
Adopted low-emission tank truck vehicles to significantly reduce environmental impact.
Impact
Cost reduction effects from CO2 emissions cuts and improved fuel efficiency

2024: Logistics efficiency via IT systems

Overview
Introduced AI-optimized dispatch system for transportation management to achieve efficient scheduling.
Impact
20% improvement in transportation efficiency leading to cost reductions

2022: Promotion of energy-saving warehouses

Overview
Installed LED lighting and high-efficiency air conditioning systems for energy savings.
Impact
15% reduction in annual electricity consumption

2021: Revamped safe driving training program

Overview
Implemented latest safe operation training for all drivers.
Impact
Achieved ongoing reduction in accident rates

Sustainability

  • Strict implementation of ISO14001 environmental management
  • Efforts to reduce CO2 through fuel efficiency improvements
  • Promotion of waste reduction and recycling
  • Collaborative environmental conservation activities with local communities
  • Enhanced safety training for drivers
  • Introduction and promotion of energy-saving facilities