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SuMPO Affiliate LCA Expert Center Co., Ltd. Changes Company Name to SuMPO NEXT Corporation

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Published Jun 12, 2026 10:03 PM ・ Updated Jun 13, 2026 11:50 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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LCA Expert Center Co., Ltd., an affiliate of the Sustainable Management Promotion Organization (SuMPO), has completed its company name change procedures as of June 12, 2026, and is now known as SuMPO NEXT Corporation.
This rebranding is part of SuMPO's "Second Founding" initiative, aiming to enhance the group's societal implementation capabilities and sustainable growth.

LCA Expert Center Co., Ltd., an affiliate of the Sustainable Management Promotion Organization (SuMPO), has completed its company name change procedures as of June 12, 2026, and is now known as SuMPO NEXT Corporation. This rebranding is part of SuMPO's "Second Founding" initiative, aiming to enhance the group's societal implementation capabilities and sustainable growth.

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Published: Jun 12, 2026

LCA Expert Center Co., Ltd., an affiliate of the Sustainable Management Promotion Organization (hereinafter referred to as "SuMPO"), hereby announces that it has completed the registration procedures for a company name change on June 12, 2026, and has changed its company name to "SuMPO NEXT Corporation".

This company name change is part of the concrete initiatives for SuMPO's "Second Founding," aiming to enhance the societal implementation capabilities and sustainable growth of the entire group.

While building upon the neutrality, fairness, scientific knowledge, and social trust that SuMPO has long valued, SuMPO aims to further advance sustainability from "philosophy" to "societal implementation."

As an affiliated company responsible for practical support, SuMPO NEXT Corporation will leverage the expertise cultivated by LCA Expert Center Co., Ltd. in areas such as LCA/GHG accounting, carbon footprint calculation, and software/database-related services to support the promotion of sustainable management for companies and organizations.

In conjunction with the company name change, the logo and email domain of SuMPO NEXT Corporation will also be changed sequentially. Please note that there will be no changes to the company's location, phone number, or existing points of contact for business.

[Overview]

Former Company Name: LCA Expert Center Co., Ltd.

New Company Name: SuMPO NEXT Corporation (pronounced "Sanpo Next")

Date of Company Name Change: June 12, 2026 (Friday)

Location: 3rd Floor, Ichigo Kanda Ogawamachi Building, 2-4-16 Kanda Ogawamachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Representative Directors: Takehisa Kabeya (Chairman of the Board)

Masayuki Kanzaki (President and CEO)

Logo: To be changed to a new logo

Email Address: Sequential migration to a new domain

◇Role of SuMPO NEXT Corporation

SuMPO NEXT Corporation will be responsible for supporting the practical implementation of sustainable management for companies and organizations, based on its expertise in LCA/GHG accounting, carbon footprint calculation, and software/database-related services.

Through collaboration with SuMPO NEXT Corporation, SuMPO will continue to advance initiatives that support the societal implementation of sustainable management.

New Logo: SuMPO NEXT Corporation

[Contact Information]

SuMPO NEXT Corporation

Management Planning Department, Attn: Nagai

Mail: [email protected]

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Corporate News
Products / services: LCA/GHG accounting / Carbon footprint calculation

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FAQ

What are the main business activities of SuMPO NEXT Corporation?

We support the practical implementation of sustainable management for companies and organizations through LCA/GHG accounting, carbon footprint calculation, and related software/database services.

What is SuMPO's strategy behind the name change?

It's part of SuMPO's 'Second Founding' initiative to enhance the group's societal implementation capabilities and sustainable growth, aiming to advance sustainability from philosophy to practice.

What is the meaning behind the new name 'SuMPO NEXT'?

The 'NEXT' suggests progression to the next stage of sustainability and a commitment to continuous growth and societal implementation.

Are there any changes to the company's location or contact information?

There are no changes to the location, phone number, or existing business contacts. The logo and email domain will be updated sequentially.

How might this name change impact the industry?

It signifies an enhancement of expertise and execution capabilities in the sustainability support sector, potentially influencing the competitive landscape.

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