Toho Acetylene, Installation of Hydrogen Production Facility Capacity

Install hydrogen generation equipment to expand demand and achieve a stable supply

Toho Acetylene Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tagajo City, Miyagi Prefecture, President and CEO: Etsuya Ikeda) announces that it has decided to newly install manufacturing equipment for hydrogen generation equipment at Toho Sakata Suiso Co., Ltd., a group subsidiary (Headquarters: Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, Ownership ratio: Toho Acetylene 100%). The investment amount is approximately 1 billion yen.

Hydrogen is an energy source for decarbonization aimed at preventing global warming and used in various fields such as semiconductors, fuel cells, and electronics, with further demand expansion anticipated in the future.

Toho Acetylene is enhancing their production capabilities in anticipation of the increasing demand for semiconductors, electronics, and the future potential of hydrogen gas. By doing so, they aim to establish a stable supply system to meet the rising demand and contribute to a sustainable society. Through this plan, the Toho Acetylene Group will expand its hydrogen business and strengthen its profitability by responding to vigorous demand expansion and ensuring stable supply.