New Japan Steel Company
New Japan Steel Company (NJS) is Japan’s largest steel business, with operations in steel and other related materials. The company’s history dates back to 1937, when the predecessor of the company, Ishiyama Steel Co., Ltd., was founded. Since then, it has expanded its business scope to become one of the key players in the Japanese steel industry. NJS has been providing a wide range of steel products, including cold-rolled and hot-rolled steel sheets, steel plates, structural shapes and specialized steel products, to its customers around Japan and abroad.
NJS has a total of 17 production sites in Japan, spread across 11 locations located in Tokyo, Osaka, Shikoku, Kyushu and other provinces. As of 2018, the company employed around 12,000 people, ranking it amongst the largest employers in the steel industry. Apart from its domestic operations, NJS also carries out business in India and Southeast Asia, with a total of 8 overseas offices located in these countries.
The company is committed to continual technological innovation, and uses advanced technology from Japan and abroad to produce high-grade steel products. Its is also driven by a strong commitment to safety and quality, and its steel products are certified by the industry-standard ISO 9001 and ASME standards.
NJS has signed a number of strategic partnerships to collaborate with customers on diversified steel production. The company also works with prestigious universities and research institutes in Japan and Europe to develop advanced steel processing and testing technologies. Through such an approach, NJS has quickly developed its leading edge in the steel industry and is capable of providing reliable and high-quality products to meet its customers’ demands.
To cater to the increasing demand in the steel industry and further expand its business, NJS is continuing to invest in advanced technologies and equipment, and the improvement of its production sites. In recent years, the company has significantly increased its research and development capabilities and its overseas operations. Furthermore, NJS has established an extensive sales network nationwide, with sales offices located in major industrial areas. This network ensures smooth delivery and efficient customer service, in line with its philosophy of “building stronger partnerships for a better future”.
NJS has developed itself into a leading company in the steel industry in Japan, and will continue to strive to grow its operations further by striving for innovation and excellence in quality and customer service. By doing so, the company is prepared to become a reliable and preferred steel supplier for customers worldwide.
