major sustainability themes (Materiality)

We will introduce Nankai Group's major sustainability themes (materiality), the "action guidelines" and "action challenges" for each materiality, related SDGs, main targets and KPIs.

major sustainability themes (Materiality)

1
Further seek safety, security, and satisfaction

Initiative guidelines

Recognizing that safety and security are the foundation of our business, we will strive to improve customer satisfaction by implementing measures to meet stakeholder expectations, such as systematically investing in safety and providing safety education and BCP training. We will also continue to systematically respond to natural disasters, which are expected to become more severe in the future.

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2
Thriving and friendly community development

Initiative guidelines

We will maximize Namba's potential to create a sustainable bustle and promote area development. Furthermore, by enhancing the business environment, we will create a better environment for visitors and workers. We will also expand these efforts to key areas along the line, promoting the creation of attractive towns.

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3
Achieve an enriched life

Initiative guidelines

We provide services needed at every stage of life, such as learning, working, playing, raising children, and spending retirement, to realize a rich and secure life for all generations.

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4
Create a future full of dreams

Initiative guidelines

Taking advantage of opportunities such as inbound tourism, the Osaka-Kansai Expo, Osaka IR (integrated resort), and the opening of Naniwasuji Line, we aim to further develop areas along our railway lines by expanding the number of visitors. We will also provide services that combine the digital and real worlds in line with social changes, and through value co-creation with stakeholders, we will realize a vibrant, inclusive society that respects diversity.

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5
Creating an Environment in Which Each and Every Employee Can Feel Happiness, Fulfillment, and Growth

Initiative guidelines

We will actively "invest in people" to create an environment where each employee can feel happy, fulfilled, and grow while working on "innovation in the Nankai style" in all our businesses and operations. Furthermore, through the spread of DE&I * and the active participation of each and every one of our diverse human resources, we will create something positive for society and our customers.

*Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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6
Contribute to preserving the global environment

Initiative guidelines

We regard climate change risk as one of the greatest risks facing our group, and will promote modal shift by introducing energy-efficient vehicles (trains and buses) and using renewable energy, while also expanding the acquisition and development of green buildings. We will also strive to maintain biodiversity by working to cultivate forests we own within areas along our railway lines and business areas.

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7
Bolster a corporate foundation that is sincere and fair

Initiative guidelines

In order to respond flexibly to a rapidly changing society, we will strive to make decisions with a sense of speed, properly manage finances, and strengthen their supervisory functions. We will also strive to communicate with shareholders, investors, and other stakeholders in a timely, appropriate, and fair manner, and increase the transparency of our management.

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Main Goals and KPIs

Realizing a decarbonized society: Net zero CO2 emissions by 2050

    Reducing CO2 emissions

    Reduce CO2 emissions within the Group by more than 46% compared to fiscal 2013 (by fiscal 2030)

    Expanding environmentally friendly buildings (green buildings)

    Obtaining environmental certification for newly developed properties

    Increase the rate of energy-efficient vehicles to 85% (by fiscal 2030)

Thriving and friendly community development

    Reversal of population trends from excess out-migration to excess in-migration (FY2027)

Realizing smart cities

    Promoting the revitalization of Semboku New Town and Izumigaoka Station area

Creating new products and services using DX

    Minapita points target number of members: 700,000 (FY2027)

Thorough safety

    Zero culpable accidents in railway operations

Customer Satisfaction

    Customer satisfaction levels must consistently exceed those of the previous year.

Providing safe and comfortable facilities and services

    Complete 100% of station toilet (single unit) renovations at stations scheduled for renovation (FY2027)

    Install in-car security cameras in all vehicles (by fiscal 2028)

Creating a vibrant and healthy working environment

    Maintain an annual paid leave utilization rate (non-consolidated) of 90% or more (until fiscal 2026)

    Achieve 100% childcare leave and childcare leave acquisition rate (non-consolidated) for male workers (by fiscal 2030)

Improving diverse human resources and expertise

    Increase the ratio of female managers to approximately 10% (by fiscal 2030) (consolidated)

    Increase the ratio of women among new hires to approximately 30% (by fiscal 2030) (consolidated)

    Maintain a female ratio of new graduate hires of 40% or more in Management Course *1 (until fiscal 2026) (non-consolidated)

    Maintain the ratio of mid-career hires to managerial positions at or above the fiscal 2021 level (7.4%) (non-consolidated)

     

    *1 A career course aimed at helping students succeed as managers and executives

     

Spreading common values across the group and improving skills

    innovation skills Proficiency
    30% of employees will achieve the target level (by fiscal 2026) (non-consolidated)

    corporate governance
    Compliance-related training attendance rate: 100% (consolidated)