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Mercuria Investment's Supply Chain Venture Fund

On April 26, 2024, Mercuria Investment, a core subsidiary of Mercuria Holdings, formally established the "Mercuria Supply Chain Investment Limited Liability Partnership Fund" (hereinafter referred to as "the Fund"). This initiative aims to address the pressing challenges within Japan's logistics and supply chain sectors through strategic investments in pioneering venture companies.

Recently, the Fund welcomed Senko Co., Ltd. as a new limited partner (LP) investor, enhancing its capacity to collaborate with logistics innovators. This relationship underscores a commitment to support businesses that possess cutting-edge technologies and business models capable of resolving supply chain issues.

Fund Objectives and Features

The Mercuria Supply Chain Fund's primary objective is to foster growth in investments related to logistics and supply chain challenges. It focuses particularly on ventures that are either spin-outs from major corporations or operate as joint ventures. The Fund not only provides financial support but also emphasizes collaboration and partnership opportunities between LP investors and investees.

The unique feature of this approach lies in its duality: it aims to contribute to the growth of investee companies without imposing a specific corporate identity through the financial backing. Instead, it strives to create a synergistic platform where all parties can engage in business development activities. By providing LP investors with collaboration opportunities in areas such as digital transformation and new business development, the Fund nurtures an ecosystem conducive to innovation.

Engaging New Partners

The recent inclusion of Senko Co., which shares a vision aligned with the Fund's goals, marks a pivotal moment for our operations. This additional closing brings the Fund's target size to an impressive 3 to 5 billion yen (approximately USD 22 to 45 million). Plans are underway for further additions of new investors, demonstrating a sustained commitment to expanding our collaborative network.

Current LP Investors (as of November 25)

The Fund's investor landscape has been strengthened since its inception, featuring a diverse group of limited partners, including:

• - Japan Policy Investment Bank
• - Sankyu Co., Ltd.
• - Mitsubishi Warehouse Co., Ltd.
• - JA Mitsui Leasing, Ltd.
• - Vital KSK Holdings Co., Ltd.
• - Tomakomai Port Authority
• - Kuribayashi Shosen Co., Ltd.
• - Senko Co., Ltd.
• - Mercuria Holdings

This growing collaboration is pivotal as it allows all parties to leverage specific strengths, ultimately driving forward advancements that tackle the challenges currently faced within the logistics and supply chain ecosystem.

About Mercuria Investment

Mercuria Investment is headquartered in Chiyoda, Tokyo, and specializes in investment advisory, management, and securities trading among its operations. Led by Toshiro Toyoshima, the firm advocates a mission encapsulated in their vision: "Changing Japan's present through the power of funds." This mission drives the strategic focus on enhancing the investment landscape and supporting transformative technologies that can reshape industries.

For any inquiries related to this announcement, please contact:

• - Company: Mercuria Holdings Business Planning Department
• - Phone: 03-3500-9870
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Website: Mercuria

In summary, the Mercuria Supply Chain Fund represents an innovative approach to resolving logistical challenges through strategic investments and collaborative partnerships, ultimately positioning itself as a vital player in the future of Japan's supply chain landscape.