Compliance education

We use e-learning to conduct compliance training and awareness-raising activities regarding antitrust law compliance, bribery prevention, personal information protection, etc.
November 2024, we conducted compliance training in collaboration with a law firm.
Additionally, we have introduced a global whistleblowing system at all of our subsidiaries in China. A common point of contact within China has been established. As a contact point for reporting violations of laws and regulations and internal improprieties, we have established an external contact point common to the entire region and a contact point unique to each subsidiary, and have created an environment that facilitates consultation without compromising the interests of the whistleblower.

Obligation to maintain the confidentiality of company secrets

All new hires are required to sign a non-disclosure agreement on joining the company.

Fair and equitable recruitment

In accordance with Chinese law, Yokohama Rubber (China) Co., Ltd. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of gender. We are constantly working to ensure that such discrimination does not arise in our working conditions, and we implement follow-up where necessary.

Establishment of an information desk for whistle-blowing

Whistle-blowing procedures have been announced to all employees.

Implementation of fire response training

In accordance with Chinese law, Yokohama Rubber (China) Co., Ltd. attaches great importance to the creation of a safe workplace environment, with employees undergoing fire response training on an annual basis.

Disaster prevention training

We conduct disaster prevention training for new employees as a mandatory course.

Helping employees to maintain their physical health

Reflecting the company’s concern for employees’ health, the provision of an annual health check-up for employees is covered by the company’s health insurance scheme.
First-aid training is implemented once a year, in order to be able to respond in emergencies when employees are suddenly taken ill in the workplace.

Environmental Policy

As the controlling company of the Yokohama Group in China, Yokohama Rubber (China) Co., Ltd. has formulated and implements the following environmental policy for the Yokohama Rubber (China) Group , in line with a management policy which emphasizes fairness with society and harmony with the environment, and with the aim of becoming a top-level corporation in terms of our contribution towards the global environment and an embodiment of "Caring for the Future".

1. We will comply with environmental-related laws, rules, and regulations, and agreements, contracts, etc. the Company has consented to for environmental preservation and the prevention of environmental pollution.
2. We will deepen communication with stakeholders and work to reduce our environmental footprint at every stage from purchasing, sales, distribution, use, collection, disposal, etc. and will strive to make contributions to local communities and to society as a whole by promoting collaboration to working with the value chain.
3. We will strive for education and improving awareness so that all employees and people involved in the Company’s operations can act appropriately with a proper recognition and awareness of the impact of business activities and individual duties on the environment.
4. To realize a carbon neutral and recycling-oriented society, we will promote decarbonization measures such as energy-saving activities and introduction of renewable energy, and actively involve and promote all employees in the prevention of global warming, energy saving, resource saving, and resource recycling.
5. We will take steps to safeguard biodiversity and realize the sustainable utilization of bio-resources through our business activities.
6. Yokohama Rubber will pursue harmony with the region as it values the local community with the aim of becoming an environmental contribution-oriented company trusted by the local community.
7. We will release these policies.

Environmental data

Group Environment Audits

Concerning the Group Environment Audits, inspections of plants are conducted by those persons responsible for environmental matters/ environment managers at the various China sites. Audits take the form of confirming compliance with laws and regulations, and also checking the operation of environment management systems. Participants can take home with them the know-how of what is being done well, while it is also possible to identify issues that still need to be addressed. This activity allows for the sharing of experience.
In 2024, a Group environmental audit was implemented at each production site within the region once again.

2024 Audit Results

• CHZY：Hangzhou Yokohama Tire Co., Ltd.
  　CSZY：Suzhou Yokohama Tire Co., Ltd.
  　YIPHZ：Yokohama Industrial Products - Hangzhou Co., Ltd.
  　YRSC：Shandong Yokohama Rubber Industrial Products Co., Ltd.
• Due to the impact of COVID-19, CSZY & YIPHZ conducted an online audit.

Enhancing the sharing of environmental data

Environmental risk management for supply chain

We conducted supplier environmental voluntary assessments and on-site environmental audits to ensure that there is no risk of supply problems due to environmental issues when manufacturing products.

Evaluation target: 60 raw material suppliers
Evaluation details: air pollution, wastewater, noise, hazardous waste, and operation of environmental management systems, sustainable development, GHG emissions

Implementation of employee education regarding improper business practices

Education regarding the prevention of improper business practices is implemented twice a year, based on departmental guidelines, targeting procurement managers.
In addition, we abide by Y-CH's own internal standards regarding customer entertainment, and all gifts received from suppliers are reported and a list is kept.

Relationship of trust with suppliers

Y-CH’s purchasing department has incorporated the fundamental policy of “Always being aware of the need for the purchasing team to maintain a fair, equitable, humble stance,” which is one of Yokohama Rubber Headquarters’ procurement rules, into its department policy. Y-CH will establish structures for core business partners and multiple business partners and build trust relationships with business partners based on stable production at Yokohama Rubber plants in China.

Communication with customers

Since April 2021, we have established and operated a customer service center for users (+86 400 605 8369) to provide prompt and accurate support.

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Social contribution activities (sponsorship of the Laojunshan Project)

As an international manufacturer operating in the Chinese market, we consistently keep in mind the importance of giving back, and from 2011 to 2023, we continuously sponsored the Lao Jun Mountain project.

Laojunshan is a mountainous area surrounded by rich nature and was registered as a World Natural Heritage site in 2003. The Laojunshan Ecosystem Preservation Project is unique in that it aims to protect the ecosystem by transforming a village whose livelihood was previously dependent on deforestation into an agricultural and livestock production economy.

In 2011, Y-CH started this project in Hengyuan Village. In the first year, the company established a "village bank" to provide loans necessary for the transition to agricultural and livestock production, and a "natural ecological industry cooperative" to provide training in 2012.
In 2012, Y-CH provided the "Yokohama Rubber Ecology Scholarship (Educational Support) Fund". In 2014, Y-CH established the "Laojunshan Ecological Agriculture and Forestry Products Sales Platform" to strengthen the production and sales chain of environmentally friendly agriculture and forestry products.
In 2015, the project was launched in Liuguang Village and integrated six areas in the Liuguang River basin into the Liuguang Village Liuguang River Basin Protection Area, which allowed us to strengthen our ecological protection activities.
Due to those activities, in 2017, the Laojunshan Ecosystem Preservation Project was recognized by the State Council of China as a subject of a national investigation, and in 2018, the project began its activities in Liming Village. This covered the entire northern part of the nature reserve and created a complete ecosystem protection system. We also focused on passing on the folk culture of the Krazyme (Squirrel) minority living in Laojun Mountain, providing traditional textiles and ethnic musical instruments making tools, and conducting workshops by folk research scholars to pass on folk art manufacturing techniques. In addition, in 2019, we donated Lisu folk instruments to an elementary school in Liming Village.
In the same year, the project was designated as part of the United Nations Environment Program's (UNEP) Global Code of Conduct for Community Conservation Areas (ICCAs).
In 2020, on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Laojunshan Ecological Preservation Project, we took advantage of our past experience to expand the project to Guangxi Province, China.
We also received the Community Unity Award from the Paul Feyerabend Foundation (Switzerland). By 2022, 49 protected areas have been established and more than 12 km of watershed protected by the Laojunshan Project in Lijiang, Yunnan Province.
Twenty-nine new village banks were established with a total cost of 1.42 million yuan and a total of 655 families. There have been no breaches of trust so far.
In 2023, the project focused on eco-industrial support for local beekeeping, supporting farmers to plant apiaries and nectar plants to carry out their honey marketing business.
Over the past 12 years, Y-CH has been able to protect approximately 20 million square meters of forests and watersheds in three villages.
In terms of greenhouse gas emissions, this would be equivalent to absorbing the emissions of 2 million cars.
Since 2023, our company has been collaborating with the local government and cultural tourism departments in Yunnan Province to implement the 'Qiyu Daka' project, leveraging our tire technology. We have developed a driving route for coffee farm tours, encouraging participants to visit the production areas and enjoy the coffee experience, local cuisine, and scenery. This initiative aims to support the appeal and brand power of Yunnan coffee, contributing to a better cycle of ecology, economy, and culture.

Community contribution activities (volunteer activities)

In May 2024, we participated in a blood donation drive sponsored by the local government.

In September 2024, we carried out a "cool goods" donation campaign as a visit to the traffic police in Shanghai's Changning District, which is located at our company.