WORLDNET CO.,LTD.
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WORLDNET CO.,LTD. - overview
Established
1988
Location
Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
Primary Industry
Transportation Services
About
Founded in 1988 and based in Hokkaido, Japan, WORLDNET CO. ,LTD. , d. b.
a World Net Rent-A-Car, an automotive rental and insurance provider in Japan, delivering tailored transportation and protection solutions to a diverse clientele across the country. In January 2026, ITOCHU ENEX Co. , Ltd. acquired WORLDNET CO.
,LTD. from SBI Regional Business Succession Investment. WORLDNET CO. ,LTD.
specializes in the automotive rental and insurance sectors, offering a diverse range of products designed to address various transportation and protection needs for individuals and businesses. The company's core offerings include a fleet of approximately 5,000 vehicles available for rent across 19 locations nationwide, facilitated through both company-owned and franchise operations. The rental services cater to a broad customer base including tourists, business travelers, and local residents, providing flexible solutions for diverse transportation requirements. Additionally, World Net provides insurance products encompassing automobile, fire, accident, and life insurance, aiming to safeguard clients against unexpected events.
The revenue structure of WORLDNET CO. ,LTD. encompasses various streams derived from its rental services and insurance offerings. The company engages in direct-to-consumer transactions for vehicle rentals, where customers can book vehicles for short-term use, while insurance products may be sold through B2B partnerships with local businesses and entities in need of comprehensive coverage.
The company plans to use the January 2026 funding to develop diverse business synergies that will facilitate additional growth and enhance corporate value.
Current Investors
SBI Regional Business Succession Investment
Primary Industry
Transportation Services
Sub Industries
Equipment Rental & Leasing, Car Hire Services, Insurance Intermediaries, Logistics & Distribution
Website
www.worldnet.jp
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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WORLDNET CO.,LTD. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LP Direct, Trade Sale | Completed | WORLDNET CO.,LTD. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | WORLDNET CO.,LTD. | - |
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