Greeting from General Manager,CVC Office
Moving forward
toward a
vibrant future!
General Manager, CVC Office
Masashi Shimanuki
What is ENEOS CVC (Corporate Venture Capital)?
In 2040, how will the world of energy, materials, and resources have transformed, and in what ways will ENEOS Group assert its presence in society?
Starting with such questions, ENEOS Group established its Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) in April 2019 to embark on challenges in new areas. Since then, through continuous trial and error, we have engaged in open innovation with startups to realize our philosophy “the development of our communities and ensuring a vibrant future.”
Strength
We take pride in our unparalleled speed and execution. We will make full use of ENEOS Group’s resources and talent.
The speed at which we consider investments in startups is unmatched among CVCs. Specifically, since April 2025, we have positioned our CVC directly under the Corporate Planning Department, strengthening its alignment with ENEOS Group’s overall business strategy. In executing investments, we utilize a process specifically optimized for startup investments, distinct from the traditional hierarchical processes used within ENEOS Group.
Moreover, after we progress to concrete collaboration discussions, startups have the opportunities to leverage ENEOS Group’s assets for proof-of-concept (PoC) purposes. These assets span a vast range of fields across the energy, materials, and resources sectors. For example, our portfolio companies have utilized our sales locations, such as gas stations, as well as our manufacturing and logistics facilities, including refineries and oil depots.
Furthermore, a key strength of ENEOS Group lies in its wealth of human resources. Beyond the CVC team, members from our R&D and Business Divisions, each with diverse backgrounds and expertise, actively participate in PoCs with startups. This ability to collaborate and co-create new value with startups is one of our distinct advantages.
Area of focus
Enriching the Future by Advancing Energy, Materials, and Resources
ENEOS CVC aims to contribute to shaping a prosperous future by advancing the worldview surrounding “energy, materials, and resources,” sectors, which are areas of strategic focus for ENEOS Group.
While we have invested in a wide array of fields, our foremost priority when considering investments is whether we can achieve a prosperous future together. We are eager to engage with individuals who passionately share their dreams and aspirations they wish to pursue. Unlike traditional venture capitalists, we are not in a hurry to recoup our investments. We would be delighted to become partners in shaping the “energy, materials, and resources” landscape of 2040.
Our Core Values
Transforming Ourselves , Collaborating with Challengers, Connecting What Matters to the Future
This has been important to us since our establishment. We aspire to develop businesses around what we believe is essential to leave for the future, and we see this as an exciting endeavor. When speaking with many challengers, the word “exciting” often comes up. When that excitement resonates with us, we are eager to collaborate. Furthermore, we believe in the importance of a long-term approach. Our aim is to create businesses that resonate deeply with many people, contributing to a sustainable society. We are committed to working with those who bring innovative ideas to co-create what is truly worth for the future. Our CVC team looks forward to the opportunity to co-create the future with you.