How many times per year is the ocean cleanup held?

The event is currently held once a year, with the 2026 edition marking the 4th iteration.

Is participation limited to employees?

No, employees’ families and staff from group companies are also invited to join.

How long has this activity been running?

Ocean cleanups began in 2023; forest conservation efforts have been ongoing since 2005.

Are there activities besides litter collection?

Currently focused on beach cleanup, but educational programs may be introduced in the future.

How are the outcomes of the activity reported?

Results are shared via press releases and the company’s sustainability reports.

Aucnet Conducts 4th Ocean Cleanup Activity as Part of Environmental Conservation Efforts

Published Jul 14, 2026 12:30 AM ・ Updated Jul 13, 2026 5:46 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Aucnet Inc. conducted its 4th ocean cleanup event on July 11, 2026, at Kugenuma Beach in Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture. A record 118 participants, including employees, families, and members from five group companies, joined the coastal cleanup to contribute to marine and environmental preservation.

Aucnet Inc. (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Shinichiro Fujisaki; hereinafter "Aucnet"), a company dedicated to circular market design, is pleased to announce the successful implementation of its 4th "Ocean Cleanup Activity," conducted as part of its ongoing natural environmental conservation initiatives.

Overview of the 4th Ocean Cleanup Activity

・Date and Time: July 11, 2026 (Saturday), 9:40–10:10

・Location: Kugenuma Beach, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa Prefecture

・Purpose: To preserve the richness of the ocean and contribute to global environmental sustainability

・Participants: 118 total

Aucnet: 77 participants (61 employees, 16 family members)

Five other group companies: 41 participants (28 employees, 13 family members)

・Activity: Beach litter collection

Since 2005, Aucnet has been actively engaged in the "Global Warming Prevention and Low-Pollen Forest Creation" initiative, conducting forest management activities such as thinning and clearing to cultivate tree-planting forests that absorb CO2.

As a new environmental action, Aucnet expanded its efforts in 2023 by launching ocean cleanup activities alongside its forest conservation programs. To date, over 1,500 individuals have participated in these combined environmental initiatives.

The 4th cleanup event saw the highest participation yet, with 118 attendees. Employees and family members from five group companies also joined, fostering cross-company communication and collaboration.

Aucnet remains committed to preserving nature for future generations and will continue its environmental conservation activities moving forward.

【Company Overview: Aucnet Inc.】

Company Name: Aucnet Inc.

Head Office: Aoyama OM Square, 2-5-8 Kitaaoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo (107-8349)

Representative: President and CEO Shinichiro Fujisaki

Founded: June 29, 1985

Capital: ¥18,070 million (as of December 31, 2025)

Consolidated Revenue: ¥64,139 million (fiscal year ending December 2025)

Consolidated Employees: 1,119 (as of December 31, 2025)

Business: A circular market design company providing online auction platforms and related logistics services for used cars, used digital devices, luxury goods, flowers, used motorcycles, and used medical equipment.

Stock Listing: Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime (Securities Code: 3964)

URL: https://www.aucnet.co.jp/

Media Inquiries Regarding This Announcement

Aucnet Inc. – Arai, Ito, Arata, Arisako

TEL: 03-6440-2530　EMAIL: [email protected]

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