I-ne Sustainable Loans
2025-04-23 07:10:43

I-ne Partners with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking for Sustainable Growth Financing

I-ne's Commitment to Sustainability through Financing



In a significant move towards fostering a sustainable economic model, I-ne Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Osaka, Japan) has announced a strategic partnership with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) for a sustainability-linked loan. The decision was made public on October 23, 2024, as the company transitions from short-term bridge loans to more robust long-term financing.

Purpose of the Borrowing


The primary aim of this sustainability-linked loan is to align the financial terms with I-ne's defined sustainability performance targets (SPTs). This alignment incentivizes companies to achieve environmentally and socially sustainable practices while driving economic growth. I-ne firmly believes that effective access to capital fosters ongoing contributions toward a sustainable economic landscape.

With the guiding philosophy of “We are Social Beauty Innovators for Chain of Happiness,” I-ne is dedicated to creating a society rich in happiness through beautiful and innovative solutions. By developing and selling products across diverse categories, the company intertwines its business strategy with its sustainability practices to enhance company management.

As part of its mission, this loan aims to improve capital efficiency while bolstering initiatives towards achieving carbon neutrality. The ultimate goal is to simultaneously elevate corporate value while contributing to sustainable societal growth.

Details of the Loan


  • - Loan Execution Date: April 30, 2025
  • - Loan Amount: 9 billion yen
  • - Interest Rate: Benchmark interest rate plus spread
  • - Borrowing Period: 7 years
  • - Lender: Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
  • - Collateral/Guarantee: Unsecured and no guarantee
  • - Key Performance Indicator: Climate change score from CDP
  • - Sustainability Performance Targets: Attaining a Climate Change Score of A- from CDP

CDP is a non-governmental organization founded in London in 2000 that provides a Global environmental disclosure platform for companies and municipalities regarding climate change, water security, and forest risk reduction.

Future Outlook


While the impact of this loan on I-ne's consolidated performance for the fiscal year ending December 2025 is expected to be minimal, the company pledges to keep stakeholders informed should any significant changes occur.

Company Overview


  • - Company Name: I-ne Co., Ltd. (アイエヌイー)
  • - Established: March 2007
  • - President: Yohei Onishi
  • - Location: 8th Floor, Midousuji Daibiru, 4-1-2 Minami-kyubouji-machi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0058
  • - Website: i-ne.co.jp

Corporate Social Responsibility - Social Beauty Project (SBP)


More information about the Social Beauty Project can be found here.

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