Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Machinery Systems, Ltd. (MHI-MS) has entered into a joint research agreement with Tokyo's Metropolitan Expressway Co., Ltd. to conduct a demonstration experiment of ramp merging support technology for autonomous vehicles. The initiative aims to address the challenges posed by Tokyo's high-traffic expressways, focusing on infrastructure support for autonomous driving. The research project, set to take place from […]
Fujitsu has been named to FORTUNE Magazine's 2026 list of 'World's Most Admired Companies,' marking its eighth consecutive year on the prestigious list. The recognition highlights Fujitsu's performance in the IT Services industry, where it excelled in categories such as Social Responsibility, Quality of Products/Services, Innovation, Financial Soundness, and Global Competitiveness. This year, 685 companies from 29 countries were nominated, […]
Hitachi Energy has been recognized as a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Utilities Asset Performance Management (APM) 2025–2026 Vendor Assessment. The evaluation, released in November 2025, assessed 12 APM providers based on their capabilities and strategies in the power and utilities industry. As utilities face challenges such as aging infrastructure, clean-energy integration, and grid modernization, APM solutions have emerged […]
Bioxytran, Inc., a biotechnology firm specializing in galectin-targeting carbohydrate technologies, has signed a commercial distribution agreement with Khoury Medical LTD for the distribution of its dietary supplement, A-SUQAR. The agreement allows Khoury Medical to commercialize A-SUQAR, a chewable supplement aimed at supporting healthy post-meal blood sugar levels, in permitted markets. Bioxytran's CEO, David Platt, emphasized the significance of this milestone […]
Fujitsu Limited has unveiled its AI-Driven Software Development Platform, aiming to revolutionize software development by automating processes from requirements definition to integration testing. The platform utilizes the Takane large language model and agentic AI technology, designed to handle complex, large-scale systems for enterprises and public organizations. The platform's capabilities were demonstrated in a proof of concept, where it reduced development […]
Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team achieved a historic 1-2-3-4 finish in the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship's Rally Sweden, marking the second consecutive round where the team locked out the podium. Elfyn Evans led the charge, claiming victory and securing his third career win in Sweden. The Welsh driver, alongside co-driver Scott Martin, maintained a strong performance throughout the […]
Eisai Co., Ltd. has announced that its novel selective orexin 2 receptor agonist, E2086, has received orphan drug designation from Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) for the treatment of narcolepsy. This designation aims to support the development of drugs for diseases with small patient populations and high unmet medical needs. Narcolepsy, a chronic sleep disorder characterized by […]
Tokyo Metropolitan University (TMU) announced plans to establish the Faculty of Global Innovation and Development in April 2028, a program designed to merge the humanities and sciences with an international focus. The faculty will be situated at the Minami-Osawa Campus in Tokyo and aims to admit approximately 75 students, with a mix of domestic and international enrollees. This new faculty […]
JCB International Co., Ltd., the international operations arm of JCB Co., Ltd., announced its sponsorship of the NHK Symphony Orchestra Singapore Concert 2026, marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Singapore. The concert is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at the Esplanade Concert Hall in Singapore. This event will feature the NHK Symphony Orchestra, one of Japan's […]
The Tsukuba Cutting-edge Research Park, developed by the Ibaraki Prefectural Government, is gaining international notice following its participation in SEMICON Japan 2025. Held at Tokyo Big Sight from December 17 to 19, 2025, the event served as a platform for the park to showcase its potential as a strategic hub for the semiconductor industry. Conveniently located just 60 minutes by […]
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited have formalized a key industrial collaboration, marking Fujitsu as a supplier for the SPY-7 radar's power supply unit for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV). The agreement, signed at a ceremony, involves the production of the SPY-7 Subarray Suite Power Supply Line Replaceable Unit (PS LRU), advancing co-production efforts and reinforcing the Japanese industrial base. […]
Fujitsu announced plans to commence manufacturing Made in Japan sovereign AI servers, addressing digital sovereignty needs amid growing cyber threats and regulatory pressures. The production, set to initiate in March 2026 at the Fujitsu Group's Kasashima Plant, will incorporate high-performance processors and enhanced security features. The focus on sovereign AI servers is driven by the imperative to protect critical infrastructure […]
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has launched the all-new Versa Van in the Philippines, expanding its commercial vehicle offerings through Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation, a subsidiary of the global automotive giant. The sales commenced on February 6, showcasing a strategic collaboration with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., which supplies the vehicle as an OEM model. The Versa Van, equipped with five rows of […]
JCB International Co., Ltd. announced a new collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore. The partnership aims to enhance travel experiences for Japanese tourists by offering exclusive privileges to Japan-issued JCB cardmembers. RWS, located on Singapore's premier resort island, Sentosa, is a leading integrated lifestyle destination attracting millions of visitors annually. The collaboration is designed to create meaningful experiences […]
JCB International Co., Ltd., the global operations wing of Japan's sole international payment brand, JCB Co., Ltd., has announced a collaboration with Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore. The partnership aims to enhance the travel experience for Japanese tourists visiting Singapore. Located on Sentosa Island, Resorts World Sentosa is a premier destination in Singapore, attracting millions of visitors each year. The […]
