Thanks for taking 10 minutes with gasworld. Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation became a holding company on 1st October, for industrial gas and thermos businesses in four regions around the world (Japan, US, Europe, Asia/Oceania). What was the purpose of introducing a holding company? Our first step toward overseas development was in 1980, when the former Nippon Sanso opened an office in Singapore. In the 40 years since, we have expanded to 29 countries and regions. Overseas business accounted for 55% of our sales revenue of ¥850bn and two-thirds of our operating income of ¥93.9bn in the term...