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Welzo establishes new regional headquarters in Singapore
Welzo, a Japanese agri-horticultural innovation company, has launched a wholly owned subsidiary, Welzo Singapore. By opening this new subsidiary, the company aims to expand into the Southeast Asian market and enhance its global business development. The Singapore office will be a central hub for marketing and business development across the region and will focus on key areas. These include the import and export of agricultural products, feed ingredients, and pet supplies, the development of marketing strategies for Southeast Asia, building local partnerships to optimise the supply chain, and recruiting local talent. Yoshifumi Kanao, president and CEO of Welzo, said: "Singapore is not just a gateway to Southeast Asia—it's a global hub where innovation and agriculture can converge. With this new subsidiary, we aim to deliver high-quality Japanese products to local markets while building sustainable partnerships rooted in mutual growth. This marks a crucial step in our journey toward global co-creation." The company hopes its Singapore office will enable it to provide value customised to local requirements and promote collaboration with local communities. Welzo is aiming to broaden operations in Japan and abroad. As the firm considers expansion prospects in nearby markets, it chose Singapore as the location for its regional headquarters due to its business environment and international connectivity. "Welzo establishes new regional headquarters in Singapore" was originally created and published by Investment Monitor, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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welzo Establishes New Subsidiary in Singapore to Accelerate Expansion into Southeast Asia
FUKUOKA, Japan, June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- welzo Inc., an innovation-driven company in the agri-horticultural sector (Head Office: Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture; President and CEO: Yoshifumi Kanao), has established a wholly owned subsidiary, welzo Singapore PTE. LTD., in Singapore as of June 2, 2025. This move marks a significant step in accelerating its expansion into the Southeast Asian market and strengthening its global business development. Background and Purpose welzo has been actively expanding its business both domestically and internationally. Considering the rapid growth and diverse opportunities in the Southeast Asian market, weve strategically chosen Singapore as its regional base. With its excellent business environment and international connectivity, Singapore serves as a key hub for accessing ASEAN countries. Business Activities of the New Office Its Singapore office will serve as a central hub for marketing and business development across Southeast Asia, focusing on the following key areas: - Development and Execution of Marketing Strategies for Southeast Asia welzo will implement promotional initiatives tailored to the market characteristics and consumer trends of each country, aiming to enhance brand recognition and expand sales channels. The company will also actively participate in trade shows and collaborate with local partners on marketing efforts. - Import and Export of Agricultural Products, Feed Ingredients, and Pet Supplies through partnerships with local agricultural and pet-related businesses, we will establish a responsive supply system. The company will promote the export of high-quality, safe Japanese products and the import of raw materials that meet local needs. - Building Local Partnerships and Optimizing the Supply Chain Its Singapore office will centrally manage logistics, customs, and quality control operations to establish a more efficient and flexible supply chain. - Recruitment and Development of Local Talent we will actively recruit skilled local professionals to promote regionally rooted business operations. The company aim to provide multilingual and culturally sensitive services. This new office will serve as a core base for its Southeast Asian operations and is expected to play a pivotal role in future regional expansion and global business growth. By leveraging its Singapore office, we will strengthen its ability to deliver value tailored to local needs and foster co-creation with local communities. The welzo Group remains committed to contributing to a sustainable global society by promoting environmentally and socially responsible business practices. Through collaboration and co-creation with diverse partners across regions and industries, we aim to deliver new value on a global scale. Comment from Yoshifumi Kanao, President & CEO of welzo Inc. "Singapore is not just a gateway to Southeast Asia—it's a global hub where innovation and agriculture can converge. With this new subsidiary, we aim to deliver high-quality Japanese products to local markets while building sustainable partnerships rooted in mutual growth. This marks a crucial step in our journey toward global co-creation." Overview of the New Subsidiary Company Name: welzo Singapore PTE. 80 Robinson Road #10-01A Singapore 068898Date of Establishment: June 2, 2025Main Business Activities: marketing in Southeast Asia; import/export of agricultural products, feed ingredients, and pet supplies Company Overview: welzo Inc. welzo Inc. is a specialized trading company that provides products and services to enrich lives and promote a sustainable society through food and agriculture. Formerly known as Nichiryu Nagase, the company celebrated its 101st anniversary in 2022 and changed the company name to welzo Inc. on January 1, 2023. With 24 offices across Japan, welzo primarily operates in the B2B sector, handling agricultural materials, home gardening supplies, and feed ingredients. The company actively collaborate with internal and external partners and leverages IT and AI technologies to address pressing societal challenges in Japan. Head Office: 1-14-3 Hakata Ekihigashi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka PrefecturePresident and CEO: Yoshifumi KanaoEstablished: August 1952 (Founded August 1921)Capital: 470 million yenSales: 50.137 billion yen (FY ending December 2024)Business: Specialized trading company handling agricultural materials, home gardening supplies, and feed ingredients View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE welzo Inc. 登入存取你的投資組合
