Central Japan Railway Co.
Industry Group: Transportation
Country/Region: Japan
Identifier: TKS:9022
Central Japan Railway Company, or JR Central, is the main railway operator in Nagoya and the Chubu region in central Japan. It was originally established when the government-owned nationwide railway operator underwent a six-way territorial split in 1987. Its main asset is the Tokaido Shinkansen, which spans Japan's most wealthy and populous area and links Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Kyoto, and Osaka. It contributes three-fourths of revenue, with most of the balance from merchandise, conventional train lines, and real estate.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Transportation 334 out of 383
Universe
Global Universe 10953 out of 15104
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| MTR Corp. Ltd. |
19.6
Low
|
95 out of 383 |
| West Japan Railway Co. |
27.2
Medium
|
290 out of 383 |
| Central Japan Railway Co. |
30.9
High
|
334 out of 383 |
| Daqin Railway Co., Ltd. |
32
High
|
346 out of 383 |
| East Japan Railway Co. |
32.5
High
|
350 out of 383 |
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