CEO Message

As Chief Executive Officer for Europe Region, I would like to begin by expressing my sincere appreciation to our customers, partners, and all stakeholders for your continued trust and support. Thanks to your longstanding cooperation, the Toyota Tsusho Group has achieved stable growth and strong financial performance on a global basis. We recognise that these results are built upon enduring partnerships with our customers and suppliers, and we remain deeply grateful for your contributions, which form the foundation of our progress.

Today, the Toyota Tsusho Group is entering a new chapter while remaining firmly committed to our mission of “Passing on a better Earth to the children of the future.” At the same time, the external environment continues to evolve rapidly. Increasing geopolitical complexity, changes in economic structures, and the recalibration of Europe’s energy landscape present both significant challenges and opportunities.

In this period of volatility, we treat transformation as a catalyst for “Dimensional Ascension,” enhancing our preparedness, operational strength, and long-term competitiveness. We are also witnessing unprecedented advances in technology, particularly in areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Transformation (DX). At Toyota Tsusho, we incorporate these technologies to strengthen supply chains, improve operational resilience, and develop more efficient, carbon‑neutral solutions that meet the evolving needs of society.

In Europe, we continue to prioritise our five domains of materiality:

• Battery
• Renewable Energy & Energy Management
• Hydrogen & Alternative Fuels
• Circular Economy
• Economy of Life*

By combining our long‑standing “Gembality**” approach with advanced digital capabilities, we aim to create unique added value and deliver solutions that clearly differentiate Toyota Tsusho as a trusted and reliable partner in navigating the green transition and digital sovereignty.

Beyond our business activities, we take our social responsibility seriously. Our diverse workforce across Europe embodies a “uniquely competitive” strength, enabling us to address social challenges with both empathy and innovation. Through responsible corporate behaviour and close collaboration with our stakeholders, we strive to contribute positively to the communities in which we operate.

As a team, we will continue to pursue our global vision, “Be the Right ONE,” ensuring that Toyota Tsusho remains a company chosen by customers and society alike. We look forward to further strengthening our relationships with you and working together to pass on a better society and environment to future generations.

Eiji MATSUZAKI
Chief Executive Officer for Toyota Tsusho Europe Region

* Economy of Life = Businesses that are essential to people's daily lives, such as healthcare and food, and that contribute to the realization of a comfortable and peaceful future society
** Gembality = Important behaviours we accumulated throughout our history and keep inheriting: Live in Gemba, Face Reality, Accomplish