Tag Archives: Japan

Novo Nordisk Launches Global Childhood Obesity Initiative to Support Healthier Urban Communities

(IN BRIEF) Novo Nordisk has launched the Childhood Obesity Prevention Initiative, aimed at combating rising obesity rates among children in underserved urban communities across six cities worldwide. Backed by an investment of over 250 million Danish kroner and a coalition … Read the full press release

Ericsson and SoftBank Partner to Drive AI Integration in RAN for Next-Gen Network Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and SoftBank Corp. have partnered to explore the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Radio Access Network (RAN) infrastructure, aiming to enhance network efficiency and unlock new use cases for communication service providers. The collaboration will focus … Read the full press release

Eni Partners with Japan’s JOGMEC on LNG Collaboration and Joins Emission Abatement Coalition

(IN BRIEF) Eni has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with Japan’s JOGMEC to collaborate on gas and LNG projects, aiming to diversify energy supply sources and support the energy transition. The agreement emphasizes the role of LNG in achieving carbon … Read the full press release

LANXESS to Sell Urethane Systems Business to UBE Corporation for €460 Million, Strengthening Focus on Specialty Chemicals

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS has signed a contract to sell its Urethane Systems business to Japan’s UBE Corporation for an enterprise value of €460 million, with expected proceeds around €500 million. This sale allows LANXESS to exit its last polymer business … Read the full press release

Hyogo Pulp Industries Upgrades Sustainability and Efficiency with ANDRITZ’s Advanced DD-Washer Technology

(IN BRIEF) Hyogo Pulp Industries has launched a new drum displacer washer, the DD-Washer, at its Tanigawa pulp mill with technology provided by ANDRITZ. This upgrade is part of the company’s efforts to enhance production efficiency and sustainability. The new … Read the full press release

Telefónica, Ericsson, and MATSUKO Bring Holographic Calls to Smartphones with Revolutionary IMS Integration

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, Ericsson, and MATSUKO have successfully demonstrated the integration of holographic calls directly into smartphone dialer apps using IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) Data Channel technology. This Proof-of-Concept enables real-time holographic communication without the need for additional apps, showcasing … Read the full press release

Kuehne+Nagel Strengthens Leadership in Japan with New Managing Director and Strategic Appointments

(IN BRIEF) Kuehne+Nagel has appointed Yutaka Matsuyoshi as the new Managing Director for Japan, starting August 1, 2024. Matsuyoshi, with 25 years of experience in logistics, previously led Global Logistics at adidas and served as Global Head of Operations for … Read the full press release

PETRONAS, Enilive, and Euglena Finalize Investment for Biorefinery to Boost Sustainable Biofuel Production in Malaysia

(IN BRIEF) PETRONAS, Enilive, and Euglena have made a final investment decision to develop a biorefinery at PETRONAS’ Pengerang Integrated Complex in Johor, Malaysia. Set to be operational by the second half of 2028, the biorefinery will produce Sustainable Aviation … Read the full press release

Merck and GTRI Collaborate on Advanced Gene Therapy Production for Parkinson’s Disease

(IN BRIEF) Merck has signed an MoU with Gene Therapy Research Institution Co., Ltd. (GTRI) to support the production of gene therapy for Parkinson’s Disease using Merck’s Sf-RVN® Insect Cell Line platform. This collaboration aims to enhance the manufacturing process … Read the full press release

BASF’s Optical Film Enhances Anti-Glare Features in Panasonic’s “SHIYUE” Study Luminaire

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s NovaFlex GlareControl optical film has been incorporated into Panasonic’s “SHIYUE” study luminaire, achieving the highest performance level for anti-glare properties as set by the China Quality Certification Center. This partnership highlights BASF’s entry into the Asian market … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom Strengthens Majority Stake in T-Mobile US Through SoftBank Agreement

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has announced its acquisition of approximately 6.7 million additional shares in its subsidiary, T-Mobile US (TM US), through a strategic agreement with SoftBank from Japan. This move comes as Deutsche Telekom exercises call options on TM … Read the full press release

Japanese Consortium Invests USD$100m in Airbus Subsidiary AALTO to Propel HAPS Commercialization

(IN BRIEF) In a strategic move set to redefine connectivity and earth observation services in Japan and across Asia, a consortium of leading Japanese businesses and banks, spearheaded by NTT DOCOMO, Inc. and Space Compass Corporation, commits a substantial USD$100 … Read the full press release

Neste, Marubeni, and Resonac Collaborate for Renewable Olefins Production

(IN BRIEF) Neste, Marubeni Corporation, and Resonac Corporation have formed a partnership to facilitate the production of renewable olefins and derivatives. Through this agreement, Neste’s renewable feedstock, Neste RE™, will be utilized by Resonac at its Oita Complex in Japan, … Read the full press release

Accenture to Bolster Digital Transformation with OPENSTREAM HOLDINGS Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has announced its acquisition of OPENSTREAM HOLDINGS and its subsidiaries, Open Stream and Neutral, marking a significant move to enhance its digital engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The acquisition, with undisclosed terms, is set to bring … Read the full press release

Cotti Coffee Chooses Adyen’s Platform for Global Expansion and Enhanced Customer Experience

(IN BRIEF) Adyen, a leading financial technology platform, has partnered with Cotti Coffee to support the global coffee chain’s expansion into new international markets including Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, and the UAE. This strategic collaboration leverages Adyen’s single-platform solution to … Read the full press release

Accenture Enhances Japanese Presence with CLIMB Acquisition, Bolstering Digital Transformation Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has finalized the acquisition of CLIMB, a technology services provider renowned for its system integration and IT infrastructure management expertise, particularly in Gunma Prefecture. This strategic move, initially announced on April 8, 2024, brings approximately 230 professionals, … Read the full press release

Munich Re Revamps Leadership Structure to Strengthen Regional Underwriting in Asia Pacific & Africa

(IN BRIEF) Munich Re announces strategic changes to its leadership structure in Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APAC MEA), aimed at bolstering its in-market Underwriting capabilities and refining its regional divisions. The revised setup will prioritize stronger local Underwriting … Read the full press release

Rheinmetall Secures Major Contract to Introduce Autonomous Ground Vehicles in Japan

(IN BRIEF) Rheinmetall has clinched a significant multimillion-dollar contract from the Japanese Ministry of Defence, paving the way for the introduction of autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) in Japan. The contract entails the delivery of Rheinmetall Mission Master SP UGVs … Read the full press release

Accenture to Bolster Technology Expertise with Acquisition of CLIMB in Gunma Prefecture

(IN BRIEF) Accenture, a global technology services provider, has announced its agreement to acquire CLIMB, a technology services provider specializing in system integration and IT infrastructure management primarily in Gunma Prefecture, Japan. This acquisition aims to enhance Accenture’s capabilities in … Read the full press release

Maersk Names Second Methanol-Enabled Vessel ‘Astrid Mærsk’ in Yokohama Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) In Yokohama, Japan, Maersk celebrated the naming ceremony of the “Astrid Mærsk,” the second of its 18 large methanol-enabled vessels, marking a significant step towards its net-zero targets. With Mrs. Liza Uchida, spouse of Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida, … Read the full press release