Regarding the Preliminary Certification of WELL Building Standard™ for the IINO Building

IINO Kaiun Kaisha, Ltd. (IINO Lines) is pleased to announce that the IINO Building, owned by the company, has received WELL Precertification under the WELL Building Standard™ (hereinafter referred to as "WELL Certification"*).
The WELL Certification is a global standard certification system that evaluates not only the environmental performance of buildings but also the creation of spaces that promote the health and wellness of building users. Under the latest version of the certification, "WELL v2," we have received precertification for "WELL Certification™" for our Head Office and "WELL Core™" for the building's common areas.
Going forward, we will strive to obtain the Platinum level, the highest rating, under both "WELL Certification™" and "WELL Core™".

■ WELL Certification™ (Headquarters Offices )
We completed a full-scale office renovation in May of this year to accommodate diverse work styles and strengthen human capital. (*)
During the renovation, we leveraged the existing facilities and specifications of the IINO Building while implementing design elements such as spacious lounge areas that foster human connections and rest spaces like the "Nagi-no-Ma," where employees can relax. These elements and thoughtful designs supporting the physical and mental health of our workforce were highly evaluated, leading to the Precertification.
Furthermore, our Head Office located on the 27th floor achieved Platinum Certification under the "LEED program" in 2011, the first such certification in Japan.
(*) For details on the full renovation of our headquarters office - IINO Kaiun Kaisha, Ltd.

■ WELL Core™ (Common Areas of the IINO Building)
The IINO Building prioritizes sustainability through the implementation of high-performance environmental systems, including full adoption of LED lighting on office floors, installation of desiccant air conditioning, use of a double-skin exterior, natural ventilation utilizing eco-voids, and solar power generation equipment. Under the WELL Certification™ evaluation criteria, the building was recognized not only for its high-performance base infrastructure, but also for maintaining a clean and healthy indoor environment through features such as high-performance filters in ventilation systems, building cleaning operations, and resilience systems that support emergency preparedness. 
In recent years, an increasing number of companies have been obtaining WELL Certification to enhance employee health and well-being. When a building has obtained "WELL Core™" Certification, tenant companies can receive exemptions from certain evaluation criteria when pursuing their own WELL Certification, making the certification process easier.

We will continue our efforts to obtain this Certification while actively pursuing measures to enhance the building's value, focusing on health, comfort, and safety. This aligns with our founding concept of creating a building that will be cherished for 100 years to come.

(*)WELL Certification
WELL Certification is an international performance evaluation system focused on human health and well-being, assessing indoor environments and services in buildings and districts. It is operated by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) in the United States. The Certification evaluates ten categories: Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort, Sound, Materials, Mind, and Community. Based on the total score, buildings are ranked into four levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Following the acquisition of the Precertification, full Certification under WELL v2 may be obtained upon completion of an on-site assessment."

<Overview of the IINO Building>
Facility Name : IINO Building
Location : 2-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Primary Uses : Office, Retail, Hall, Conference, Parking
Site Area : 8,027 ㎡
Total Floor Area : 103,826.88 ㎡
Floors : 27 floors above ground, 5 floors below ground, 2 rooftop structures
Structure : Steel frame, partially steel-reinforced concrete
Completion : October 2014 (after Phase 2 construction)