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In the Philippines, NYK runs the NYK-TDG Maritime Academy with the Transnational Diversified Group (TDG)*** and is thus positively involved in fostering and recruiting Philippine seafarers. NYK has deep concern for those harmed by this natural disaster and offers its wishes for a quick recovery. In the hopes of aiding victims of disasters through our supportive action, NYK will continue its efforts to be proactively involved in contributing to society. *NYK-TDG Friendship Foundation The NYK-FIL Japan Home for Street Children, dedicated to providing street children in the Philippines with food, homes, medical care, and education, was established in 1990 jointly by the NYK Group and Jose Roberto Delgado, then chief executive officer of the Transnational Diversified Group. Later renamed the NYK-TDG Friendship Foundation, it works as an organization that makes social contributions on behalf of the NYK Group and the Transnational Diversified Group. The foundation maintains the goals it has had since its origin by helping street children as well as providing relief to victims of natural disasters. **Japan Platform (JPF) An international humanitarian assistance organization founded to provide quick and effective emergency relief during natural disasters and refugee situations. The activities are carried out under a partnership among the NGO, government, and business community, where these entities are integrated equally to draw on the resources and unique features of each sector. Website: http://www.japanplatform.org/E/index.html ***Transnational Diversified Group (TDG) A group of enterprises established in 1976 by Jose Roberto Delgado, the group’s current chairman. In addition to the group’s business as a shipping agency, and the recruitment and education of seafarers, the group operates air transport and logistics businesses. Since 1976, TDG has maintained a cooperative relationship with NYK. NYK Line, press release |
NYK Group to Aid Victims of Philippine Typhoon