TSUNEISHI FOUNDATION (CEBU), INC. conducts 14th tree-planting activity - Connecting on a rich natural environment to the next generation
TSUNEISHI FOUNDATION (CEBU), INC. (Location: Balamban, Cebu, Republic of the Philippines; President: Yasuaki Seto; hereinafter “TFCI”) conducted a tree-planting activity on 19 October in the local forest of Balamban town. The TFCI has been engaged in tree-planting and environmental protection activities since 2012 as part of its social contribution programme. This was the 14th tree-planting activity.
A total of 205 volunteers from TSUNEISHI Group companies participated in this tree-planting activity, planting saplings of trees known as Tugas (Vitex parviflora, English name: Molave) in the local language. Despite the muddy ground caused by rain the night before, the participants worked carefully and methodically, checking their footing and planting 2,000 trees.
Ryo Kaizaki, director of the TFCI, stated, “The saplings planted today will mature into a thriving forest, enhancing the natural environment for the community and future generations. Furthermore, this initiative will contribute to the prevention of landslides and ensure the provision of clean water and air.” He expressed his gratitude to the volunteers for their contributions.
The TFCI will continue to engage in tree-planting activities and community-based environmental protection initiatives with the objective of creating a rich natural environment.
■About TSUNEISHI FOUNDATION (CEBU), Inc.
TSUNEISHI FOUNDATION (CEBU), Inc. was established in June 2010 with the objective of developing the local community in three key areas: education, healthcare and the environment. It is founded by donations from seven TSUNEISHI Group companies, including TSUNEISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES (CEBU), Inc. The company is also involved we are in promoting scholarship programms, establishment of maternity facilities, tree-planting activities, and disaster relief activities.
The main activities are as follows:
[Education] Environmental improvements, including the provision of scholarships for high school and university students, as well as the construction and repair of educational facilities.
[Basic healthcare and support for children] This includes routine medical care, health awareness, maternity facilities, and the provision of medical & dental check-ups, among other services.
[Environment] The company is engaged in the planting of mangroves.
Other donations include those made in the context of disaster relief.
■About TSUNEISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES (CEBU), Inc.
Located in Cebu Island, Philippines, Tsuneishi Heavy Industries (Cebu), Inc. is a joint venture between Tsuneishi Group and Aboitiz Group of the Philippines and is one of the leading shipyards in the Philippines, building about 20 bulk carriers of 30,000 to 180,000 tons annually and employing over 8,000 people including subcontractors.
URL: http://www.thici.com/
Business: Shipbuilding and repair
Established: September 1994
Employees: 8,277 (as of September 2024, including employees of subcontractors)
Location: Buanoy, Balamban, Cebu, Philippines 6041
Shipyard area: Approx. 1.47 million square meters
Main facilities: 2 berths, 1 construction dock, 2 marine cranes, etc.
Built vessels: bulk carriers, car carriers, tugboats
