Group CEO Mr Higashino’s Business Trips
SCAO Group CEO Mr Higashino travels to Manila and Bangkok in May and June.
27 May – 1 June 2024
Manila, Philippines
SCAO Group CEO Mr Higashino explored the potential for further business creation and expansion in the Philippines through meetings with external parties such as the Japanese Ambassador, Chief Representative of JICA, Chairman of Metro Pacific Corporation and President of First Philippine Holdings Corporation, as well as visits to business sites in various sectors such as automotive, industrial park, power, electronics and railway. The trip highlighted the strong economic growth of the Philippines, with a real GDP growth rate of 5.7% in 2023, and the competitiveness of each business sector. It was a great opportunity to understand the economic and social situation there. At SCOP office, discussions were focused on the new Medium-Term Management Plan 2026. The trip concluded with a sense of gratitude towards the SCOP members for their efforts and hospitality.
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In front of SC affiliated company FPIP’s planned site for its first industrial township concept
Meeting with Japanese Ambassador to the Philippines Mr Kazuya Endo (3rd from left)
Visited CBK Power Company Limited
Visited SCOP office
Visited Manila railway’s maintenance and operation site:
SC takes part in the operation of LRT-1 and the rehabilitation and maintenance of MRT-3
Simulated driving a train at the site
13 – 15 June 2024
Bangkok, Thailand
The Bangkok experience highlighted the importance of regional meetings for strategic planning, commitment to sustainable business practices, and our pride in contributing to significant infrastructure projects. Apart from attending the regional meeting of Chemical Solutions Group to discuss about strategic directions and actions, Mr Higashino toured the plant facilities of Bangchak Corporation, a long-standing partner of SC Thailand through our methanol trade. This partnership has now extended to the SAF raw materials business. Despite challenges in the SAF market such as high cost, aspirations of achieving a leading market position remains. Next, it was an eye-opening experience for Mr Higashino at The Red Line – the Bangkok Commuter Train System, a SC railway project. The quality of construction and train was truly impressive, with the line expected to serve Bangkok and beyond for many years to come. Come experience it yourself!
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Experiencing the Bangkok Commuter Train System Red Line firsthand was an eye-opener (The Red Line was constructed by SC)
In front of a plaque that depicts the cooperation between Japan and Thailand for the Mass Transit System project in Bangkok (Red Line). SC is proud to be part of this significant project