Aucnet Inc. operates as a provider of information distribution services,... Aucnet Inc. operates as a provider of information distribution services, primarily focused on various auction platforms. The company is structured into three main business segments: Automobile Business, Digital Product Business, and Consumer Product Business. The Automobile Business facilitates vehicle auctions, including a shared inventory market and live-linked events, while also offering essential services such as proxy bidding and used vehicle inspection. The Digital Product Business concentrates on the auctioning and subsequent distribution of pre-owned digital devices, like smartphones and personal computers. Similarly, the Consumer Product Business specializes in the auctioning and distribution of second-hand luxury brand goods. Beyond these core segments, Aucnet also conducts auctions for other diverse items, including motorcycles, flowers, and medical-related products. Furthermore, the company extends its services to include business process outsourcing (BPO) support, assisting clients with the clearance, conversion, and resale of excess inventories, alongside offering various financial services. Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1982 under its original name, FTS Inc., the company officially rebranded to Aucnet Inc. in September 1984.
