Asahi Group Holdings

Asahi Group recently marked a sparkling milestone - the 120th anniversary of Wilkinson. 🎉 Wilkinson celebrated this milestone with a series of bubbly events in Shibuya, Tokyo, and where it all began – Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture. Wilkinson's aim has always been clear - to make sparkling water an integral part of daily life, and thus, create a culture of enjoyment around it. This vision was first realized in 1889 when British entrepreneur John Clifford Wilkinson discovered a high-quality carbonated mineral spring in Takarazuka City. This gave birth to the Wilkinson Tansan brand in 1904, which has since been a favored choice for bartenders at renowned bars. In the spirit of celebrating the brand's rich history and the birthday of its founder, Mr. Wilkinson, on July 15, Asahi Soft Drinks, a part of the Asahi Group, held a commemorative ceremony. They marked this date as the official Wilkinson Day, paying homage to Wilkinson's enduring legacy and to encourage our valued consumers to stay bubbly cool and refreshed during the summer peak. #summer #anniversary #history

After several years since welcoming the Australian beer titan, Carlton & United Breweries, into our Oceania arm Asahi Beverages, Asahi Group's CEO, Atsushi Katsuki, candidly shares with Nikkei Asia the company's journey in building a solid business foundation in the Oceania region. He also delves into Asahi Beverages's continuous growth and provides a glimpse into their future growth strategies in the following article. Dive into the article below for more information 👇!

This year, we are once again dedicating an entire month to fostering growth and learning at the Asahi Group. Our main objective is to foster genuine inclusion in our workplace and enhance our understanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I). We had the privilege of hosting two esteemed guest speakers at the Asahi Group Holdings headquarters. We welcomed Daisuke Kan, President of Cheerio Corporation, and Shawn Choi, Senior Director of Finance at The Coca-Cola Company. In an engaging dialogue session, Daisuke Kan conveyed useful insights on best practices and effective DE&I strategies for broader underrepresented groups, including the LGBTQ+ community. He emphasized the importance of strong leadership in propelling DE&I initiatives, and underscored the pivotal role leaders play in fostering inclusive workplaces. In a valuable online session, Shawn Choi shared his personal DE&I journey and the impact of strong DE&I strategies on the food and beverage industry. The goal of the session was to cultivate empathy and enable participants to comprehend their role in establishing a workspace where everyone feels valued and included. During these interactive sessions, Asahi Group Holdings' employees had the chance to introspect on their actions, gaining crucial knowledge on cultivating work environments that are psychologically safe and comfortable for everyone. We all deepened our understanding of what it truly means to support LGBTQ+ individuals as an ally, along with practical advice on how to manifest this support in our everyday actions. Join us on our journey as we strive to make Asahi Group a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.

Agricultural products are vital for humanity, but environmental risks like climate change can significantly impact the yields and quality of these essential materials, as well as the lives of farmers and their communities.   In Australia, we're teaming up with our partners in #agriculture to tackle these risks head-on, deepening our understanding and improving quality management. Our collaboration with Australian farmers spans years, during which we've supported their sustainable practices and directly purchased their barley. Our connection with farming partners and rural communities is crucial.   At Asahi Group, our commitment is to source agricultural products in a way that respects both the #environment and #humanrights. Through our 2030 roadmap and new targets, we're aiming to secure sustainable raw materials and address human rights risks in our supply chains.   Explore our new approaches to agricultural raw materials on page 77 of this report: https://lnkd.in/gWPXgdiN   #AsahiGroup #EnvironmentalVision #Sustainability

The Asahi Group recently celebrated the winners of the Global Supply Chain Awards in a two-day event in Japan. We had the privilege of hosting ten representatives from our award-winning teams from around the world, who came together to explore the core values and strategies that make Asahi shine. 🌍✨ The first day consisted of a visit to Haneda Chronogate, a key logistics hub in Japan, and teamLab Borderless, Tokyo's premier digital art museum. The day concluded with a meet-and-greet session at our headquarters with our esteemed EVP, Naoko Nishinaka. The goal is to inspire our winners by showcasing best practices across industries and highlighting the limitless potential of collaborative creation. Day two saw our group traversing the cultural heartland of Nikko. The team soaked up the history and tradition at World Heritage Sites, embracing the rich tapestry of Japanese culture. Asahi believes that such experiences help to instill a deeper understanding of our cherished company values - Excellence in Quality and Shared Inspiration. In addition to these, the group had the chance to tour our production sites in Nagoya and Toyama, gaining insights into our manufacturing processes and expertise. The Global Supply Chain Awards spotlight extraordinary contributions within the Asahi Group's supply chain. Spanning production, logistics, quality assurance, sustainability, and innovation, these awards foster a spirit of unity and engagement among our teams. Here's to celebrating the exceptional, the innovative, and the inspirational within our Asahi family! 🥂🎊

Recently, we at Asahi Group held an internal workshop aimed at deepening our understanding of human rights. We screened a thought-provoking documentary film on the human rights of producers, sparking a valuable discussion amongst our members　about their relevance to our industry and our organization.   Our guest speaker, Akiko SATO from UNDP, who is an expert on human rights,  raised a compelling question: "What can we, as a community, do at both corporate and individual levels, towards nature and the planet?" This sparked an insightful discussion about our responsibilities, as businesses and individuals, in respecting nature and the planet on a larger scale and within our communities.   We are committed to continuing these conversations and taking actions that reflect our dedication to human rights and sustainability.   #HumanRights #CorporateResponsibility #Sustainability

It's with great joy that we share the news of Preeti Srivastav's appointment as a Trustee in the UN Global Compact Network UK. Her ongoing efforts as our Group Head of Sustainability at Asahi Europe & International have not gone unnoticed and we are confident that she will continue to make strides in this new role.   Anticipating her contributions in fostering cross-industry leadership and collaboration for a sustainable and brighter future. Hearty congratulations, Preeti! #Sustainability 

🍻  Asahi Group is leading a pivotal shift in the beverage industry, strategically aligning with the rising demand for non-alcohol and low-alcohol beers in response to the global call for responsible drinking. 🌍 Leading this exciting evolution is our Global Chief Brewer Jun Kubota, the driving force behind Asahi's innovative non-alcohol beer technologies. He offers a glimpse into Asahi's innovative technologies, discusses the unique challenges the Asahi Group navigated, and the breakthroughs that have set Asahi apart in this rapidly growing market. Want to learn how Asahi is changing the game and what this means for the future of the beverage industry? There's so much more to this fascinating story. Click on the link to get the full scoop: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gepMxaQ2 Here's to a future brimming with innovation and healthier choices! 🥂

Last week, our Investor Relations team hosted a tour in #Melbourne, offering our institutional investors and analysts a closer look at our flourishing Oceania business.   The executive team of Asahi Beverages provided insights into the history, business strategy, and commercial expansion of their business in Oceania. Participants also had the opportunity to explore the local market and visit the Abbotsford Brewery, deepening their understanding of the local business through firsthand experience.   We remain committed to promoting transparent and insightful dialogue with investors and analysts through our investor relations activities. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to innovate and progress.   #InvestorRelations #WeAreAsahi

Today, we're proud to commemorate the 90th anniversary of Nikka Whisky's founding. It all began with the ambition of our founder, Masataka Taketsuru, to make authentic #whisky in Japan.   In 1934, he established our first distillery in Yoichi, Hokkaido. He meticulously chose this location due to its ideal conditions for whisky-making, including a cold climate, moderate humidity levels, crisp clean air, and an abundant supply of fresh water.   As we celebrate this milestone, our masterful craftsmanship continues to shine. We remain committed to sharing our passion with whisky lovers across the globe. With gratitude to all our customers and stakeholders who have supported us for more than 90 years, let’s cheers to the journey ahead! 🥃   #Nikka #Nikka90thAnniversary