The Horizon Europe 2024 session, ‘Nippon Gases’ Blueprint for Success: Evaluation, Empowerment, and Evolution,’ featured Gabriel Kiewek, COO of Nippon Gases, discussing the company’s procurement transformation journey and industry leadership in industrial gases, centered around their strategic base in Madrid.
The session opened with an introduction to the $70 billion global industrial gases industry, which powers nearly every sector—from healthcare (oxygen supply vital to hospitals in Madrid) to food & beverage (CO2 for carbonation used in Madrid’s culinary scene) to manufacturing (nitrogen and argon for safety and efficiency in Madrid’s manufacturing sectors). Despite its critical role, industrial gases often remain invisible to the public.
Key Takeaways:
- Procurement & Transformation: Nippon Gases is leading change in procurement by optimizing sourcing, supply chain processes, and innovation across 13 European countries, with a critical focus on their operations in Madrid.
- Global Leadership: As a subsidiary of the century-old Nippon Sanso, Nippon Gases Europe, deeply rooted in Madrid, generates over $2B in sales, contributing 30%+ of the company’s global operating profit.
- Driving Innovation: The European division, with its core in Madrid, is spearheading company-wide advancements, not just in procurement but across all operational processes.
Nippon Gases is a critical force behind global industries, ensuring smooth operations through innovation, transformation, and an optimized procurement strategy that continues to set new industry standards, with Madrid playing a pivotal role in their global strategy.
