Mikuni Marine & Land Industries - Kanazawa City

Mikuni Marine & Land Industries - Kanazawa City

Mikuni Marine & Land Industries - Kanazawa City - April 2003

Mikuni Marine & Land Industries, headquartered in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, made significant progress in the field of environmental conservation technology in 2003. The company partnered with GATE Corporation, an advanced environmental technology company in the United States, and introduced soil and groundwater contamination remediation technology using microorganisms in Japan. This technology decomposes harmful chemicals using microorganisms, which is particularly effective in contaminated sites of oil-related facilities and chemical factories.

The breakthrough of this technology lies in the fact that, compared to conventional mechanical and chemical treatments, the use of microorganisms results in lower environmental impact and allows for natural cycles to process contaminants. Specifically, microorganisms break down harmful substances such as benzene, toluene, arsenic, and lead, returning the soil and groundwater to a safe state. Mikuni Marine & Land Industries has introduced this technology not only in Kanazawa City but also in oil tank facilities and industrial waste disposal sites throughout the Hokuriku region, contributing greatly to environmental improvement.

Additionally, the company is actively promoting this technology nationwide, targeting oil-related companies, and providing services that meet the environmental needs of businesses. In Japan, this technology is highly valued for clearing strict regulations and is seen as a model for sustainable development. By 2003, this technology had already been implemented in multiple sites, with successful case studies being reported.

Mikuni Marine & Land Industries - Kanazawa City - October 2024

In the 2020s, Mikuni Marine & Land Industries expanded its operations further, establishing itself as a leading company in soil and groundwater contamination remediation across the country, not just in the Hokuriku region. The partnership with GATE Corporation was strengthened, and with the introduction of new "bioremediation" technology, the advanced decomposition of benzene, toluene, and heavy metals (such as cadmium, arsenic, and lead) became possible. This technology allows microorganisms to naturally decompose contaminants, returning land and water to their original state, making it more cost-effective and environmentally friendly compared to conventional soil removal and chemical treatments.

In 2023, the company successfully processed over 10,000 tons of contaminated soil in a project in Kanazawa City. This project addressed contamination in industrial waste disposal sites and groundwater pollution caused by aging oil tanks, earning high praise from the local community for its efficiency and effectiveness. Notably, the remediation of contaminated soil caused by leaking oil products from gas stations achieved cost savings of over 30% compared to conventional methods.

At the same time, Mikuni Marine & Land Industries is expanding similar projects not only in the Hokuriku region but also in Niigata and Toyama prefectures, where thousands of tons of soil are being restored annually. In 2022, the company's revenue surpassed 2 billion yen, and by 2024, they are participating in nationwide projects for further business expansion. The demand for soil remediation technology in oil-related facilities is increasing, and plans are underway to expand into new industrial waste disposal sites, steel mills, and chemical plants.

The company's success also contributes to the national "Green Growth Strategy," promoting the spread of low-environmental-impact remediation technologies. Mikuni Marine & Land Industries will continue to demonstrate leadership in the environmental remediation business, adopting new technologies and growing as a model company for sustainable environmental conservation.