Marubeni, a trading company, agreed to invest in Circle Gas, a provider of cooking gas services. Financial terms were not disclosed. "Marubeni is an ideal strategic investor in Circle Gas, with its global footprint and extensive experience in supply and distribution of natural gas and LPG, and track record in infrastructure and related services. We look forward to working closely with the Marubeni team and believe this close collaboration will significantly accelerate the company’s growth. We believe we have a shared vision for expanding vital access to clean cooking and the important health, climate, and gender benefits that it brings," Volker Schultz, Circle Gas CEO.