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Pioneering a Sustainable Future

In a significant move towards sustainability, Motion Co. has partnered with Mizuho Leasing and Mizuho Auto Leasing to support Sankyu Co. in achieving its ambitious carbon reduction targets. Sankyu aims to cut its CO2 emissions by 42% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels and strives for carbon neutrality by 2050. This collaboration marks the initial phase of implementing environmentally friendly vehicle solutions, specifically focusing on the transition to Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV).

Driving Change with Consulting Services

The joint efforts involve providing consulting services that aid in the transition to electric vehicles (EV). By merging Mizuho Auto Leasing’s profound knowledge of mobility services with Motion's optimization technologies, the partnership seeks to visualize cost optimization and environmental impact reduction associated with EV adoption. This strategy is pivotal not only for Sankyu’s EV shift but also for accelerating decarbonization efforts in the logistics sector.

Insights from the Partners

Sankyu Co.

Sankyu’s current operations in the Tokyo metropolitan area include 66 vehicles managed through handwritten logs, which limited analytical capabilities. The recent consulting services have enhanced visibility into daily travel distances and operational statuses for each site. This newfound data clarity has illuminated the vehicle utilization efficiency and facilitated the discovery of new cost-saving opportunities. Additionally, the advice provided regarding suitable EV models and charging methods has alleviated concerns related to travel distances and charging times, enabling a more strategic transition to electric vehicles. Sankyu’s commitment to optimizing vehicle operations while promoting carbon neutrality underscores its dedication to combating climate change.

Mizuho Auto Leasing

As a part of the Mizuho Financial Group, Mizuho Auto Leasing promotes business streamlining in the automotive sector and explores diverse possibilities in mobility services. By staying abreast of the latest industry trends, environmental regulations, and advancements in electrification and digitalization, Mizuho Auto Leasing focuses on enhancing the convenience of services such as vehicle charging card usage and expanding charging networks. This proactive approach aligns with the company’s vision of becoming a creator of a sustainable society and supports the nationwide promotion of electric mobility, culminating in the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.

Motion Co.

Motion Co. is a data science enterprise that utilizes vehicle operation data along with statistical and optimization technologies to support companies and local governments in their EV adoption journey and operational optimization. Resonating with Mizuho Leasing Group's vision of a sustainable society, Motion Co. collaborates as a partner in various EV-related initiatives. Through the Optiev EV Shift Support Service, the company conducts analyses on vehicle utilization, considering factors such as operational status and travel distances to determine opportunities for reduction, select suitable EV models, devise charging plans, and visualize cost and CO2 emissions reductions as compared to gasoline vehicles.

In addition, the upcoming cloud-based vehicle management service from Mizuho Auto Leasing will leverage Motion’s platform FLEETWORKS to support digitalization and efficiency in administration tasks. For clients who have already adopted EVs, the Optiev Web Service will offer optimization for charging operations, reflecting Motion's commitment to expanding collaborations to address inefficiencies across energy, human resources, and business processes.

Service Overview

Motion Co. offers extensive analysis of vehicle operation, including usage patterns and travel distance metrics to assess reduction potential and recommend optimal EV solutions. This includes estimating power consumption during charging and formulating effective schedules. By comparing costs and CO2 emissions between gasoline vehicles and EVs, the initiative clearly illustrates the benefits of adopting electric vehicles.

Connect with Us

For further inquiries, you can reach out to:

• - Motion Co. Business Strategy Division | Email: [email protected] | Contact: Wada
• - Mizuho Leasing Co. Management Planning Division | Tokyo, 1-2-6, Toranomon, Minato City | Tel: 03-5253-6540
• - Mizuho Auto Leasing Co. Operations Department | Tokyo, 1-2-6, Toranomon, Minato City | Tel: 03-5253-6801
• - Sankyu Co. Carbon Neutral Promotion Division | Tokyo, 6-5-23, Kachidoki | Tel: 03-4334-1051