PGM

We procure and supply PGMs (Platinum Group Metals) for automotive exhaust catalysts managing the entire supply chain from raw materials to catalysts. This ensures stable procurement for our customers.

Products and Services

Among the Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), we primarily handle platinum, palladium, and rhodium, which are essential in the automotive industry. These precious metals, along with ruthenium, iridium, and osmium, are used as catalysts to significantly reduce harmful gases in engine exhaust emissions.
Beyond supplying PGMs, we offer solutions to various challenges our customers face, including procurement, inventory management, and cash flow. Leveraging our extensive procurement network, we also focus on other products such as rare metals and rare earth elements.

Services Offered

  • Global PGM market trend forecasting
  • Multi-sourcing globally from mines, chemicals, financial institutions, trading companies, and recyclers
  • PGM supply utilizing our global network (including electronic transfers)
  • Comprehensive PGM management services including procurement, inventory, pricing, and supply
  • Consulting and execution leveraging our extensive recycling network
  • Metal leasing
  • Diverse procurement sources for risk management
PGM used for automobiles PGMs are used in exhaust emission control devices called catalytic converters to reduce harmful gases from vehicle exhaust.

Strengths and Features

We ensure a stable supply through strategic procurement and inventory management of PGMs based on market demand forecasts, overseeing the entire process from upstream to downstream, including PGMs, catalysts, and converters.
Since beginning our PGM procurement in 1980, we have grown to account for over 5% of the global supply of rhodium and palladium as of 2022, establishing ourselves as a major player in the PGM industry.
Leveraging our extensive experience, expertise, and robust network within the PGM industry, we deliver optimal and innovative business solutions to customers worldwide.

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