Community Relations Programs | INPEX CORPORATION

Teiseki Transport System Co., Ltd. and Teiseki Topping Plant Co., Ltd.—both INPEX Group companies doing business primarily in Niigata Prefecture—host tours of their facilities for students from local elementary, junior high, and high schools on social studies programs. In fiscal 2008, the two companies hosted four tours for a combined total of 141 students. During the tours, the students learned about the basics of the E&P business, including the history of oil and natural gas production in Niigata Prefecture. We will continue to host these tours to maintain good relations with local communities.

We hope to give children an opportunity to understand the importance of natural resources
Managing Director Teiseki Transportation System Co., Ltd. Takao Yoshida

During the tour, I drew on my own experience at oil wells to explain to students the basics of the E&P business, including what oil and natural gas are made of; how to find and extract them from underground; how to transport them; and how they are used.

I hope that the children, who will grow to be tomorrow’s leaders, had an opportunity to understand the importance of making better use of our finite natural resources.

In May 2008, our employees participated in the annual Kashiwazaki Shiokaze (sea breeze) Marathon and volunteered assistance for the event.

The marathon is organized by recreational runners, community volunteers and local businesses, and has been attracting an increasing number of participants every year. It has been chosen as one of Japan’s 100 most popular marathon events. Our employees began participating in the marathon as runners and volunteers in 2007. In May 2008, 30 employees ran the marathon and crossed the finish line; and another 29 employees volunteered their assistance for the event and completed their jobs without incidents. They said they felt closer to the community and would continue to take part in the marathon.

As we recognize it important to work as part of the community, we strive to maintain good relations with local residents through increased participation in community activities. For instance, in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, where we are building a large-scale LNG receiving terminal, we co-sponsored the Ogata Festival in June 2008, the Naoetsu Gion Festival in July 2008, and the Shibukakihama Festival in April and August 2008. Our employees also participated in many activities during these festivals.

Teiseki Topping Plant Co., Ltd., headquartered in Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture, participates in community cleanup activities in the area. Upon request by local authorities and organizations, its employees volunteer for cleanup on the beaches, in parks and on service roads. In fiscal 2008, 11 employees participated in four such activities. In addition, they voluntarily clean up in the vicinity of the company’s premises once a month. In fiscal 2008, a total of 331 employees took part in the cleanup, collecting a total of 163.8 kg of garbage. The company will continue to participate in these community service programs.

In May 2009, we co-sponsored the annual Fred’s Pass Show held in Litchfield Shire near Darwin, where we plan to build an LNG plant. This event is organized by a regional organization to raise people’s awareness of local industries. We had a booth at the show, where we gave away balloons to children. We also talked with local residents who visited our booth and raised their understanding of our planned project.

Our employees participated in the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Tree-Planting Ceremony in June 2008, organized by the Network for Preserving Environment in Satoyama (domestic woodland), a Kashiwazaki-based regional volunteer group. In this event, they planted oaks and beeches, and also trimmed underbrush. We will continue to assist pro-environmental efforts in the community through active participation in the event.

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