DENSO Corporation has announced its new environmental policy, Eco Vision 2035, aimed at addressing pressing environmental issues such as climate change, water shortages, and resource sustainability. The initiative seeks to reduce the environmental impact of DENSO's business activities while contributing to societal environmental neutrality. Eco Vision 2035 builds on the achievements of the previous Eco Vision 2025, which focused on […]

JCB International Co., Ltd (JCBI), the international operations subsidiary of Japan's JCB, has expanded its footprint in the Philippines through a strategic partnership with Philippine National Bank (PNB). The collaboration has resulted in the launch of the PNB JCB Platinum Credit Card, designed to cater to the evolving spending habits of Filipino consumers. The new credit card aims to support […]

TOBU TOWER SKYTREE Co., Ltd., the operator of TOKYO SKYTREE, has announced a new collaboration event with the popular character series Chiikawa, running from July 10 to October 31, 2026. The event, named 'Chiikawa Starry SKYTREE and the Secret Island,' marks the second such partnership in three years. This collaboration celebrates the anticipated release of 'Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret […]

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engine & Turbocharger, Ltd. (MHIET), a division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group, has achieved a significant milestone in the development of hydrogen engine generator sets. The company has completed reliability verification and established operational capabilities for its 500kW-class hydrogen engine generator set, paving the way for commercialization. The generator set, which operates using 100% hydrogen fuel, has […]

NTT DOCOMO has become the first company in Japan to deploy Nokia's MantaRay AutoPilot system, an AI-driven technology designed to optimize mobile network quality. The implementation, effective June 19, marks the first instance of optimizing a commercial mobile network via this system on a public cloud. The MantaRay AutoPilot system allows for real-time optimization by automatically designing network parameters and […]

Mitsubishi Power, a division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has signed a Long-Term Parts and Services Agreement (LTPSA) with LNGPH and South Premiere Power Corporation (SPPC) for the 1,200MW Ilihan Combined Cycle Power Plant in Batangas, Philippines. This agreement extends the ongoing collaboration between the companies to include parts and inspection management. Under the LTPSA, Mitsubishi Power's Philippine after-sales arm, MHI […]

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced plans to rename its rugby team from MIE Honda HEAT to TOCHIGI Honda HEAT, starting with the 2026-2027 season. The team will adopt a refreshed visual identity, including a new emblem, logos, and mascot, effective July 1, 2026, as part of its relocation to Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. The move marks a new chapter […]

JCB has announced the introduction of its contactless payment system on the Metro de Madrid, allowing passengers to access the metro network with a simple tap of their JCB Cards or mobile devices. This new feature, available from June 2026, aims to streamline passenger flow and reduce waiting times, particularly during peak hours. The rollout covers all 303 stations of […]

PT Wintermar Offshore Marine Tbk (WINS) has acquired full ownership of Fast Offshore Supply Pte Ltd (FOS) and its subsidiary PT Fast Offshore Indonesia (FOI), expanding its operations into the building and operation of Fast Aluminium Crew Transfer Vessels (CTV). The acquisition involves purchasing the remaining 52.5% of FOS from Seacoral Maritime Pte Ltd and 49% of FOI, at a […]

Fujitsu Limited has achieved a significant milestone by securing eight awards out of twelve categories at the AWS Japan Certification Award 2025. The awards, hosted by Amazon Web Services Japan G.K., recognize the company's achievements in AWS certification. This year marks Fujitsu's first recognition in the areas of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technology, with accolades including Professional of the […]

Fujitsu has released its Technology and Service Vision 2026, outlining a strategic roadmap for businesses to navigate an era of constant change through AI-driven transformation and technological convergence. The strategy, published on June 18, aims to position organizations for continuous evolution by integrating advanced technologies and fostering collaboration between people and AI. As the company approaches its centenary in 2035, […]

The National Institute of Information and Communications Technology, Sharp Corporation, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, and TECHLAB Co., Ltd. have successfully reduced the weight of a planar antenna for Non-Terrestrial Network applications by 47%, from 5.5 kg to 2.9 kg. This achievement was made possible through the development of a new heat dissipation device design. The collaboration integrated a carbon fiber-reinforced polymer […]

Floadia Corporation has launched its latest automotive embedded flash IP, G1, developed on TSMC's 180BCD Gen3 process platform. The new IP aims to meet the demanding reliability and performance standards required for next-generation automotive applications. The G1 automotive eFlash IP integrates a 256KB program flash macro and a 1KB data flash macro utilizing SONOS technology. This offers a robust and […]

Japantastics, Inc. has announced the international debut of Sato Mokko, a traditional Japanese woodworking atelier, expanding its reach to global audiences. The Tokyo-based company aims to introduce the essence of Japanese craftsmanship across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia. At the center of Sato Mokko is Keiichiro Sato, a third-generation master craftsman from Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Known […]

Hitachi, Ltd. has announced an expansion of its collaboration with OpenAI to accelerate the modernization of mission-critical systems and bolster cybersecurity efforts. The partnership aims to integrate OpenAI's frontier AI technology with Hitachi's domain expertise, enhancing AI transformation for both customers and society. The collaboration will focus on leveraging OpenAI's AI agent, Codex, to analyze legacy system source codes, establishing […]