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TOKYO, August 7, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sharp Corporation introduces the AQUOS wish6, a basic smartphone model that combines a large, easy-to-view display with durability. Sales will begin sequentially in Japan and Taiwan from mid-September 2026 (*1).The AQUOS wish6 features an approximately 6.6-inch large display. Maximum brightness has been improved to approximately 1,000 nits, about twice that of the previous Sharp model (*2). This enables easy viewing even outdoors under strong sunlight. The display also supports a high refresh rate of 120 Hz (*3), allowing users to enjoy smooth video playback.A structure incorporating metal components into the frame achieves both a slim body and strength against bending. The model also comes with a large-capacity 5,000 mAh battery, as well as water resistance, dust resistance (*4) and shock resistance (*5). The rear panel has a textured finish with fine unevenness, creating a matte surface that is less slippery and helps make fingerprints less noticeable.The AQUOS wish6 also offers a range of safety and security functions. The security alarm function emits a loud warning sound simply by shaking the phone (*6), automatically calls pre-registered contacts (*7), and sends location information by SMS. In addition, AI analyzes call content and issues an alert if a call may be suspicious (*8). As a measure against scams using international calls, the phone can also restrict incoming calls from overseas and outgoing calls to overseas numbers. The AI-powered Phone Assistant automatically transcribes voicemail messages when the user cannot answer a call.Outstanding Features1. Approximately 6.6-inch large display with improved maximum brightness for easy viewing outdoors2. Slim design with strength against bending3. Security alarm and scam/nuisance call protection functionsProduct nameBrand nameRelease date (Japan)SmartphoneAQUOS wish6On and after mid-September 2026 (*1)(*1) Sales start dates vary by carrier or retailer.(*2) Compared with AQUOS wish5. As of August 2026, based on Sharp research. When Outdoor View is activated.(*3) When Smooth High-Speed Display is turned on. Depending on application specifications, the display may not operate at 120 Hz.(*4) Supports IPX5/IPX8/IPX9 water resistance and IP6X dust resistance. IPX5 means that the phone retains its functionality after being exposed to water jets from all directions under conditions using a nozzle with an inner diameter of 6.3 mm, spraying water at approximately 12.5 liters per minute from a distance of approximately 3 m for at least 3 minutes. IPX8 means that the phone retains its functionality after being gently submerged in still tap water at room temperature at a depth of 1.5 m for approximately 30 minutes and then removed. IPX9 means that the phone retains its functionality after being sprayed with high-temperature water of 80 °C at high pressure for 30 seconds each from four angles (0°, 30°, 60° and 90°), for a total of 2 minutes. IP6X indicates the degree of protection and means that dust particles with a diameter of 75 μm or less do not enter the phone after it is placed for 8 hours in a device containing dust. Before use, make sure the card tray is securely closed. To maintain water and dust resistance, replacement of parts once every two years is recommended regardless of whether any abnormality is found (fee applies).(*5) Tests were conducted for 18 items based on the U.S. Department of Defense procurement standard MIL-STD-810H: water resistance (immersion), water resistance (rain), blowing dust (sand), blowing dust (dust), shock resistance (drop), vibration resistance, humidity, high-temperature storage (constant), high-temperature storage (variable), high-temperature operation (constant), high-temperature operation (variable), low-temperature operation, low-temperature storage, temperature shock, low-pressure storage, low-pressure operation, icing (condensation) and icing (freezing). The product's performance has been confirmed under test conditions and does not guarantee operation of all functions under all actual usage conditions. It also does not guarantee no damage or failure against all shocks.(*6) Prior setup is required. The security alarm is intended to draw attention from surrounding people and does not guarantee prevention of all crimes or safety.(*7) Prior setup is required. Location information with an emergency message can be sent by SMS to up to three emergency contacts.(*8) Prior setup is required.Outstanding Features1. Approximately 6.6-inch large display with improved maximum brightness for easy viewing outdoorsThe AQUOS wish6 features an approximately 6.6-inch large display. Maximum brightness has been improved to approximately 1,000 nits, about twice that of the previous Sharp model. This enables easy viewing even outdoors under strong sunlight. The display also supports a 120 Hz high refresh rate, smoothly rendering fast-moving video such as sports broadcasts.2. Slim design with strength against bendingThe phone adopts a three-piece structure consisting of front glass, a frame and a back panel. By incorporating metal components into the frame, the body is made slimmer while improving strength against bending by approximately 20% compared with the previous Sharp model (*9).The phone comes with a large capacity 5,000 mAh battery. Sharp's proprietary Intelligent Charge function reduces the load placed on the battery during charging and helps slow battery deterioration. The model also offers water resistance, dust resistance and shock resistance compliant with the U.S. Department of Defense procurement standard MIL-STD-810H, as well as resistance to drops onto concrete surface (*10). It can also be washed with hand soap (*11) and wiped with alcohol disinfecting sheets (*12).The design was supervised by miyake design, founded by Kazushige Miyake. In addition to a gently rounded form that fits comfortably in the hand, the rear panel features a textured finish with fine unevenness, creating a matte surface that is less slippery and helps make fingerprints less noticeable.(*9) Compared with AQUOS wish5. As of August 2026, based on Sharp research. Based on Sharp's evaluation of strength against bending load under specified conditions.(*10) A test was conducted by dropping the product onto a concrete surface from a height of 1.22 m in 26 directions. This does not guarantee no damage or failure against all shocks.(*11) Based on Sharp's proprietary washing test. Use household foam-type hand soap made by a domestic manufacturer. Use of all hand soaps is not guaranteed. If hand soap components remain in the microphone, earpiece or speaker, clogging may occur and ringtone or call sound quality may deteriorate. In addition, rinse the external connector thoroughly, as residue may cause charging failure or other malfunction.(*12) A wiping test was conducted 1,000 times using 70% ethanol. Sharp confirmed no significant change in peeling, discoloration or fading of the coating. However, the product's performance has been confirmed under test conditions and does not guarantee that discoloration, coating peeling or deformation will not occur in all cases.3. Security alarm and scam/nuisance call protection functionsThe security alarm function emits a loud warning sound simply by shaking the phone, automatically calls pre-registered contacts, and sends location information by SMS. In addition, AI analyzes call content based on past cases of special fraud and alerts users to potentially suspicious calls. As a measure against scams and nuisance calls that exploit international calling, the AQUOS wish6 is also the first model in the AQUOS wish series to offer functions that can restrict incoming calls from overseas and outgoing calls to overseas numbers.The phone is also equipped with Phone Assistant, which uses AI to automatically transcribe voicemail messages when the user cannot answer a call.Other Features- Camera functions that make records easy to view with shadow removal and keystone correctionThe camera automatically removes shadows captured during shooting and corrects keystone distortion, allowing users to record documents, menus, notices and other items in an easy-to-view form.- Fonts and home screen settings tailored to usage and preferenceUsers can choose from fonts such as Tazugane Gothic Info, designed with visibility in mind, and UD Gakusan Maru Gothic, which is also used in textbooks. The phone also supports Easy Mode, which displays large icons and easy-to-read text, and Junior Mode, which allows guardians to manage the apps that can be used. In addition, Home Deco and Lock Photo Shuffle enable users to customize the home screen and lock screen to suit their preferences.- Core functions and expandability for long-term useThe phone supports microSD cards up to 2 TB and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It also supports up to two OS updates (*13) and four years of security updates (*14). Virtual memory can be expanded by up to 4 GB.(*13) Up to two upgrades to the latest OS will be provided, counting from the time of release. The number of OS version upgrades available varies depending on the time of purchase. The latest OS refers to the latest Android OS version available for upgrade from the Android OS installed on AQUOS wish6 at the time when OS version upgrades are available.(*14) Security updates are planned as of the start of sales and may be subject to change. The security update period is counted from the time of release. The period varies depending on the time of purchase.Main Specifications (for Japan)*15 35 mm equivalent.*16 Actual usable battery capacity may vary.- Specifications and design may be changed at the time of launch because the product is under development.- "AQUOS", the "AQUOS" logo, "AQUOS wish" and the "AQUOS wish" logo are registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation.- "Osaifu-Keitai" is a registered trademark of NTT DOCOMO, INC.- Google, Android, and related logos and marks are trademarks of Google LLC.- Other product names and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.About SharpFor more than 110 years, Sharp Corporation has been developing pioneering, world‑first and industry-first products and technologies primarily in electronics. Based on its business creed "Sincerity and Creativity" the company has established its corporate slogan "In step with your future." and aims to create New Cultures through innovative products and services in every aspect of how people live and work.For more information, please visit: https://global.sharp/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, August 7, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with a consortium led by Assist Group S.r.l.* with business leaders who have extensive experience across a wide range of industries to transfer its overseas network equipment resale business—which involves building systems for overseas telecommunications operators and enterprises using network equipment from partner companies—as well as its IT services business for governments and local authorities in certain countries, which includes system development for biometric authentication and smart cities. The transfer is expected to be completed during fiscal year 2026 subject to customary closing conditions.The overseas network equipment resale business operates in regions such as Latin America, the Asia-Pacific, and Europe, and upon the conclusion of this agreement, the entire business will be transferred. In addition, the IT services business for government and local authorities in certain countries will be transferred, including parts of business in Latin America and Europe, where operations are primarily centered on the overseas network equipment resale business.Until the completion of the transfer, NEC will continue to operate these businesses as usual and will work closely with partner companies to ensure a smooth transition. Furthermore, NEC will continue to supply biometric authentication-related products in the countries where the IT services business for government and local authorities is being transferred, even after the transfer is complete.Takayuki Morita, President and CEO of NEC Corporation, commented:“Leveraging our deep technical expertise, NEC has contributed to the growth and problem-solving of customers in various countries through these businesses for many years. Under the new ownership, which places long-term growth, investment, and human resource development at the center of its strategy, I am confident that these businesses will be able to provide even higher-value solutions to customers in the future.”NEC aims to sustainably enhance corporate value and further strengthen profitability by leveraging strengths, combining its IT services business, which promotes the implementation of AI throughout society, and its social infrastructure business, which promotes the comprehensive implementation of security technologies. This transfer is being carried out as part of a review of NEC’s business portfolio based on this strategy. Going forward, NEC will pursue further growth overseas by focusing on its software and services business, which possesses strong competitive advantages across various industries such as government and local authorities, finance, and telecommunications.*Assist Group is an Italy-based conglomerate founded in 1987 that provides technology-driven solutions, data intelligence capabilities, and strategic consulting services.About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Osaka, Japan, Aug 5, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. today announced it will join the inaugural Global Summit for Eye Health as a High Impact Partner, marking another step in the company’s long-standing commitment to advancing eye health worldwide.Organized by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) in technical collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Summit will bring together heads of government, ministers, international organizations, civil society, and private-sector leaders in Antigua & Barbuda, a Caribbean island nation on 2 November 2026.Together, they will launch the Global Eye Health Compact, a new global framework designed to accelerate progress through measurable commitments from governments and organizations.As a High Impact Partner, Santen helps shape the Global Eye Health Compact and, at the Summit, will unveil its global eye health commitment, outlining how the company will contribute to improving eye health over the coming years.Despite being essential to education, employment, independence, and healthy aging, eye health remains one of the world’s most overlooked public health challenges. More than one billion people worldwide continue to live with avoidable vision impairment*1, highlighting a critical gap between available solutions and access to care. Addressing this challenge requires coordinated action across prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, and public policy.Rie Nakajima, Director of the Board, Chief Operating Officer of Santen Global, commented:“No single organization can solve the growing burden of vision impairment alone. By working alongside governments, healthcare professionals, patient organizations, and global partners, we can help strengthen eye health systems, improve access to quality eye care, and deliver lasting benefits for people around the world. With more than 135 years of dedication to eye health, Santen is proud to join this global coalition.”Santen’s participation builds on its longstanding collaboration with IAPB and partners across the eye health community to strengthen policy, raise awareness, and promote early action, including initiatives to advance childhood myopia and encourage healthy eye health habits for children.Peter Holland, CEO, IAPB, commented:“We welcome Santen’s participation in the first Global Summit for Eye Health and look forward to continuing our collaboration to strengthen eye health policies and improve outcomes for over 1 billion people who experience vision problems worldwide. Only by working together like this can we deliver eye care services at scale and speed to end avoidable or treatable sight loss.”*1 https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/blindness-and-visual-impairmentAbout SantenSanten is a global pharmaceutical company committed to advancing eye health and improving lives through better vision. Founded in 1890 in Osaka, Japan, Santen makes use of more than 135 years of experience in research and development, manufacturing, and marketing of pharmaceuticals and medical devices to help people around the globe maintain and improve their eye health. Santen focuses exclusively on eye health, and its portfolio includes glaucoma, dry eye, infection, allergy, age-related macular degeneration, and myopia. Santen’s products and services are available in more than 60 countries and regions. Guided by its Core Principle “Tenki ni sanyo suru” – Exploring the secrets and mechanisms of nature in order to contribute to people’s health – Santen combines its expertise with deep patient focus to contribute to the realization of “Happiness with Vision.” For more information, please visit https://www.santen.com/enAbout the Global Summit of Eye HealthOn 2 November, Antigua and Barbuda will host the world’s first Global Summit for Eye Health — the moment when governments, partners and global leaders unite for the first time to ensure everyone, everywhere can access the eye care they need. At the Summit, countries will set out concrete commitments to strengthen eye health services worldwide, aligning global action and accelerating progress to help reach over 1 billion people living with avoidable sight-loss. For more information, please visit Global Summit for Eye Health - Making the world see the value of visionAbout IAPBIAPB is the overarching alliance for the global eye health sector, with more than 250 member organisations in over 100 countries working together for a world where everyone has universal access to eye care. IAPB believes in a world in which no one is needlessly visually impaired, where everyone has access to the best possible standard of eye health; and where those with irreparable sight loss achieve their full potential. Its key priorities are global advocacy, campaigning on a different level, sharing knowledge, and strengthening the network: www.iapb.org.Partnership Transparency StatementSanten supports the activities described in this initiative through collaboration with IAPB. The organizations maintain independent governance and decision-making. The views expressed by IAPB are its own and do not necessarily reflect those of Santen.The media toolkit:- Stakeholders Unite to Address Children's Eye Health Crisis - The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness- Four-page Global Summit briefing- The Value of Vision – the case for investing in eye health – shows a 1:28 return on investment – one of the best in global health- Global Summit FAQs- Biography of Rie Nakajima, COO of Santen (*Please see the profile below)For media inquiries:Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.Corporate CommunicationsEmail: communication@santen.com ### Rie NakajimaDirector of the Board,Corporate Officer,Chief Operating Officer Rie Nakajima joined Santen in 2023 as Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer (COO), and was appointed as a Director of the Board in June 2024. She oversees strategic functions such as corporate strategy and portfolio management, as well as execution functions including commercial excellence. In addition, by managing regional businesses, she drives strategic global operations.Prior to joining Santen, she built a diverse career spanning more than 20 years across the automotive industry, management consulting, and the pharmaceutical sector. In the pharmaceutical industry, she held leadership roles in global organizations in Japan, Asia, and Europe, primarily in corporate strategy and commercial excellence.Profile Date of Birth: December 12, 1977Apr 2000 Joined Toyota Motor CorporationAug 2008 Joined Boston Consulting GroupAug 2011 Joined MSD K.K.Jan 2015 Head of Marketing, Cardiovascular Lipid & Atherosclerosis Division, MSD K.K.Jun 2016 Executive Officer, Head of Corporate Strategy Division and Established Products Business, MSD K.K.Jan 2018 Executive Officer, Head of Corporate Strategy & Commercial Excellence Division and Established Products Business, and Distribution Lead, MSD K.K.Jan 2019 President, MSD TaiwanNov 2020 Vice President, Organon Strategy & Innovation Lead, Merck & Co., Inc.Jun 2021 Vice President, Strategy & Innovation Lead, Organon & Co.Mar 2023 Joined Santen as Executive Officer, COOJun 2023 Corporate Officer, COO and Head of North America BusinessApr 2024 Corporate Officer, COO and Head of China BusinessJun 2024 Director of the Board, Corporate Officer, COOEducationMar 2000 Graduated from the Faculty of Law, the University of TokyoJun 2007 Master of Business Administration (MBA), Harvard Business School Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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TOKYO, Aug 5, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JCB Co., Ltd., Japan’s only international payment brand, is strengthening its efforts toward carbon neutrality to contribute to the development of a sustainable society. We announce the reduction rate of JCB’s own greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions for FY2025.Goals and initiatives toward carbon neutralitySince the adoption of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change*1, efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have progressed globally. JCB is working to reduce its own GHG emissions on a global basis through switching to CO2-free electricity and implementing energy-saving measures in its offices.On June 1, 2022, JCB announced the following GHG emission reduction goals.[GHG emission reduction goals]No.Goal1Reduce GHG emissions by more than 50% in FY2022 compared to FY2013*2. Achieved in FY2022.2Reduce GHG emissions by more than 80% in FY2025 compared to FY2013*2. Achieved in FY2025.3Aim for net-zero GHG emissions in FY2030.*1 International agreement on GHG emission reduction adopted at the 21st session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP21).*2 Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions of JCB, its consolidated subsidiaries, and JCBI subsidiaries accounted for using the equity method.GHG emission reduction status in FY2025JCB’s own GHG emissions in FY2025 decreased by 82.4% compared to FY2013, achieving the FY2025 reduction target. This was driven by the continued and expanded efforts to switch to CO2-free electricity and implement energy-saving measures in its offices. JCB will continue to work toward achieving net-zero GHG emissions in FY2030.Major energy-saving measures in officesIntroducing LED lighting, continuing to upgrade building equipment, such as air-conditioning systems, and optimizing air-conditioning operating hours.JCB Co., Ltd. Head Office (Tokyo)JCB International (Europe) Ltd. European Head Office (London) Initiatives contributing to the reduction of GHG emissionsJCB is also working to reduce environmental impact related to its business activities, in addition to reducing its own GHG emissions. One such initiative in Japan is the issuance of biomass cards.Issuance of biomass cards in JapanIn response to growing environmental awareness and customer demand for environmentally-conscious products, JCB Gold/Biomass Cards, partially made of plant-derived materials called biomass, have been issued in Japan since July 2023. Since then, JCB has increased the number of eligible cards in Japan, and the cumulative number of biomass cards issued in Japan reached approximately 500,000 cards as of the end of June in 2026.JCB’s biomass cards use approximately 25% plant-derived biomass materials by weight. Since plants absorb CO2 as they grow, the cards help reduce GHG emissions by approximately 3.9 grams per card*3 compared to conventional cards made from petroleum-derived materials. The use of biomass materials also contributes to reducing the use of finite resources, such as petroleum.Examples of JCB’s Biomass Cards issued in Japan (Left: JCB Gold, Right: JCB Card S)JCB will continue to promote environmentally-conscious initiatives, including issuing biomass cards and going paperless for customer documents, such as payment statements, thereby contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.*3 The GHG emission reduction effect is an estimated per-card value based on a comparison with conventional cards made from petroleum-derived materials.About JCBJCB is a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan. JCB launched its card business in Japan in 1961 and began expanding worldwide in 1981. Its acceptance network includes about 72 million merchants around the world. JCB Cards are now issued mainly in Asian countries and territories, with more than 181 million cardmembers. As part of its international growth strategy, JCB has formed alliances with hundreds of leading banks and financial institutions globally to increase its merchant coverage and cardmember base. As a comprehensive payment solution provider, JCB commits to providing responsive and high-quality service and products to all customers worldwide. For more information, please visit: www.global.jcb/en/ContactAnna TakedaCorporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5778-8353Email: jcb-pr@info.jcb.co.jp Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, August 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation ("Hitachi High-Tech") and FUST Lab Co., Ltd.("FUST Lab") worked on the Ministry of the Environment of Japan's FY2024 Supplementary Budget Demonstration Project on Technologies to Reduce PFOS and PFOA Concentrations(*1) and successfully verified the effectiveness of PFAS (organic fluorinated compounds) decomposition technology using ultrasonic decomposition devices developed by FUST Lab ("this demonstration"). PFAS are a group of chemical substances with properties such as heat resistance and water repellency including representative substances such as PFOS and PFOA. PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals", are substances with an extremely strong carbon-fluorine bond that are difficult to decompose. Due to their decomposition resistance characteristics, the substances remain in the environment for a long time, and the widespread contamination of drinking water, groundwater, and soil has become a global issue. In this demonstration, we achieved the initial target of a total concentration of PFOS and PFOA of 50ng/L or less and demonstrated that the ultrasonic technology used for PFAS decomposition, which has a proven track record overseas, can function stably at the lab scale in Japan. Based on the results obtained from this demonstration, Hitachi High-Tech and FUST Lab will accelerate efforts aimed at developing PFAS remediation solutions that combine data obtained from products with advanced AI and implementing these solutions in society.(*1) The Ministry of the Environment of Japan conducted the project to accumulate knowledge on the effectiveness and economic efficiency of counter measure technologies that contribute to the reduction of concentrations of PFOS and PFOA. Results of the project are published in the form of technical compendium.Background and social significanceIn recent years, regulations on PFAS have been strengthened in many countries against the backdrop of growing concerns about their impact on human health and the environment. In Japan, a total of 50ng/L of PFOS and PFOA has been specified as the Drinking Water Quality Standard(*2) since April 2026, and water companies and other service providers are required to carry out water quality monitoring and comply with this standard. As actions are expected to continue to be strengthened in the future, there is a pressing need to establish reliable and sustainable technologies for addressing PFAS and to implement them in society. While activated carbon and ion-exchange resin have been used so far to remove PFAS by adsorbing them, the treatment after separation and removal is challenging, and there is growing expectation for technologies that can fundamentally decompose PFAS.(*2) Based on the ministerial ordinance partially amending the ordinance on water quality standards issued by the Ministry of the Environment on June 30, 2025.Demonstration overviewIn this demonstration, FUST Lab's focused ultrasonic technology for cavitation(*3) in the 400 kHz band ("this technology") was used, and based on Hitachi High-Tech's knowledge and technical capabilities of observation, measurement and analysis cultivated over the years, we were able to capture the entire PFAS decomposition process as data and conducted processes from measurement to analysis in an integrated manner. This technology is designed to promote PFAS decomposition by chemically separating the strong carbon-fluorine bond of PFAS through the generation of radical species(*4) in a local high-temperature, high-pressure environment created when the microbubbles generated by ultrasound in water collapse. It features a higher reaction efficiency thanks to the combination of physical and chemical effects independent of pharmaceuticals, and is effective in reducing concentration of mixed contaminated water that contains short-chain PFAS, which are considered to be highly hydrophilic and difficult to breakdown. We anticipate that processes with a good balance between energy efficiency and environmental impact can be achieved.In addition, leveraging Hitachi High-Tech's knowledge and technical capabilities, a quantitative analysis of 25 types of PFAS before and after the decomposition process was conducted incollaboration with Chuo University in this demonstration, and through non-targeted analysis(*5), we were able to understand the by-products, reveal the mechanism in which substances are broken down (decomposition mechanism), and conduct reaction evaluation.(*3) Cavitation: A physical phenomenon in which air bubbles are formed in a short period of time due to pressure fluctuations in the flow of liquids and then disappear.(*4) Radical species: Particles that have only one extra electron and are unstable and prone to reaction. Electrons areusually paired and stable, but because radical species are unstable, they are effective in promoting the breakdown of PFAS.(*5) Non-targeted analysis: A method for comprehensively analyzing a wide variety of components without limiting the target materials in advance.Main results of demonstration In lab-scale tests targeted at actual contaminated water (mixed contaminated water containing high concentrations of long-chain PFAS bodies and short-chain PFAS), the decomposition process was performed using technology, and the total PFOS and PFOA concentrations were reduced to 50ng/L or less, achieving results that meet the Drinking Water Quality Standard set by the Ministry of the Environment of Japan. In high-concentration contaminated water, the concentration reduction rate of up to 99.98% was confirmed under the conditions of this demonstration. A high decomposition performance was also displayed for a wide range of compounds, including both long-chain PFAS and short-chain PFAS, proving that this technology is a comprehensive technology that can handle multiple compounds simultaneously. Furthermore, the non-targeted analysis showed the progression of decomposition, including the formation of inorganic fluoride ions that are expected to occur as a result of the decomposition of the PFAS, and we were able to scientifically confirm that the technology does not only separate the substances, but also decompose them at the molecular level.Future outlookBased on the results obtained from th is demonstration, we will further verify the technology's application in the real-world environment by combining Hitachi High-Tech's observation and analytical technologies with FUST Lab's PFAS decomposition technology. We aim to improve technology applicability according to various water quality conditions and usage scenarios, as well as the processing stability and reliability in the detection, removal, decomposition, and disposal processes required for PFAS remediation. In addition, we will contribute to the preservation of a sustainable water environment and the realization of a safe and secure society through efforts aimed at building solutions with a focus on operational support from detection to disposal.About Hitachi High-TechHitachi High-Tech provides cutting-edge technologies, products and services to society and customers with its corporate vision of "Changing the World and Future with the Power of Knowledge" to contribute to a sustainable global environment, healthy, safe and secure lives, and the sustained development of science and industry. We manufacture and sell clinical analyzers, biotechnology products and radiation therapy systems in the healthcare field, semiconductor manufacturing and inspection equipment in the semiconductor field, as well as analytical systems and electron microscopes used in environmental fields and materials research. We are also engaged in a wide range of business areas globally, providing high added-value solutions in battery, communication infrastructure, railway inspection, digital and other industrial and social infrastructure fields. We provide solutions through a deeper understanding of the issues facing society and our customers to contribute to realizing a sustainable society. The company's consolidated revenues for FY2025 were approx. JPY 821.7 billion. For further information, visit https://www.hitachi-hightech.com/global/en/ About FUST LabFUST Lab Co., Ltd. is a technology-based company founded on an innovative ultrasonic platform that has been researched and developed since 2008 at the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS), a national research institute of the Republic of Korea. Its Japanese subsidiary is headquartered in Toranomon, Minato-ku,Tokyo, and actively conducts business development and research activities, primarily through its research facility located in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture. By leveraging its proprietary ultrasonic technology, the company is engaged in the development of technologies for the degradation and detoxification of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances(PFAS). It also provides a range of solutions in the field of nanomaterials, including the production of surfactant-free nano emulsions.Business ContactMarketing Strategy Business Group,Hitachi High-Tech Corporation contact formFUST Lab Co., Ltd.contact form Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, August 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, "Hitachi"), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.("MOL"), and Japan Airlines Co., Ltd.("JAL") have signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) to conduct Japan's first(*1) pilot test on Kume Island, Okinawa Prefecture, utilizing Direct Ocean Capture(hereinafter "DOC")-a technology that directly separates and captures CO2 dissolved in seawater. In this pilot test, the three companies aim to confirm the applicability of DOC technology using seawater from around Kume Island, and obtain foundational data on operational challenges and environmental impacts for deployment along Japan's coast. Specifically, the test will use containerized pilot equipment installed on land on Kume Island, taking in seawater to separate CO2. In addition to this initiative, Kume Island hosts cutting-edge pilot projects that leverage its location, such as Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion(OTEC)(*2). With a concentration of expertise and talent in ocean research, the island offers an optimal environment for conducting Japan's first DOC pilot test.Based on the knowledge gained from this project, the three companies will explore potential applications and expansion of DOC technology-including local utilization of captured CO2, as well as promotional and environmental education initiatives centered on this pilot test-to contribute to the creation of new ocean-based value (the Blue Economy(*3)).(*1) Japan's first: As a DOC pilot test using pilot equipment connected to a seawater intake system, drawing in, processing, and discharging seawater from actual sea areas. As of July 2026, based on research by the three companies.(*2) Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion(OTEC): A renewable energy generation system that produces electricity by driving turbines using the temperature difference (approx. 20°C ) between warm surface seawater and cold deep seawater.(*3) Blue Economy: An economic model that balances economic growth, improved livelihoods, and the health of ocean ecosystems through the sustainable use of ocean resources.Background of the Pilot TestIn "hard-to-abate" sectors such as shipping and aviation, where electrification alone is difficult and emissions are hard to reduce, offsetting emissions has become a key challenge alongside corporate reduction efforts.As demand continues to grow, expectations are rising for CO2 removal technologies as a key means to address this, driving the need to establish technologies that directly remove CO2 through engineered approaches. Establishing a domestic ecosystem is also becoming increasingly important from the perspective of curbing the future cost of procuring carbon credits(*4) from overseas.The three companies have invested in Captura Corp., a U.S. -based DOC technology developer, through their respective investment subsidiaries and other channels, and have been jointly exploring a domestic pilot test toward the deployment of Captura’s technology in Japan by combining the expertise of each company. The companies position this pilot test as a first step toward building an island-based, domestically self-sufficient carbon economy in which there covered CO2 is ultimately utilized as a feedstock for synthetic fuels such as E-SAF(*5).(*4) Carbon credit: A mechanism that quantifies GHG emission reductions or removals/absorptions so they can betraded between companies.(*5) E-SAF: Next-generation synthetic aviation fuel with low environmental impact, produced by synthesizing captured CO2 and renewable-energy-derived hydrogen.About DOC TechnologyDOC is a method for directly removing CO2 from seawater. Seawater naturally absorbs carbon until it reaches equilibrium with CO2 concentrations in the atmosphere. Artificially extracting and removing CO2 from seawater disrupts this balance, prompting the ocean to absorb more CO2 from the atmosphere to make up for the deficit. By repeating this cycle, atmospheric CO2 concentrations can be effectively lowered via the ocean. The concentration of CO2 in seawater is approximately 100 to 150 times higher than in the atmosphere. DOC is widely expected to be a promising climate change solution capable of capturing CO2 at lower costs and with lower energy consumption.Roles of the Three CompaniesHitachi: Under its management plan, "Inspire 2027," the Hitachi Group has established its sustainability strategy, PLEDGES(*6), and is leading this initiative. Utilizing advanced analytical instruments and characterization methods from Hitachi High-Tech Corporation, Hitachi will measure and record operating status and water quality/environmental data (e.g., Dissolved Inorganic Carbon(DIC) and pH in seawater). By analyzing this data and implementing Physical AI that directly feeds insights back into actual plant operations, Hitachi aims to identify and control operating conditions that deliver high energy efficiency. Furthermore, by recording and verifying data on the amount of CO2 captured and the electricity consumed, it will contribute to building an MRV(*7) data platform for generating highly trustworthy carbon credits. Hitachi Industrial Products, Ltd. will advance studies toward proposing and supplying the core equipment required for commercial plants. Through One Hitachi, the Hitachi Group aims to establish an intelligent DOC model originating in Japan.MOL: The MOL Group positions its environmental strategy as a key initiative under its group management plan "BLUE ACTION 2035," advancing decarbonization initiatives as an ocean-based social infrastructure company. In this pilot test, MOL will leverage the local foundation established through a comprehensive partnership agreement(*8) with Kumejima Town, Okinawa Prefecture, to build cooperative relationships with local stakeholders and prepare the pilot environment. Based on the insights gained, MOL aims to contribute both to expanding the use of DOC technology and to creating new local businesses and regional initiatives on Kume Island.JAL: As part of its Green Transformation(GX) strategy under the "JAL Group Management Vision 2035," the JAL Group has identified carbon dioxide removal(CDR) technologies as a key initiative. In this pilot test, together with Japan Transocean Air Co., Ltd. and Ryukyu Air Commuter Co., Ltd., both of which operate flights to Kumejima, the JAL Group will leverage regional partnerships to lead promotional activities and raise awareness of DOC technology both within and outside the industry. Furthermore, JAL will evaluate the utility of DOC technology with a view toward future procurement of E-SAF manufactured from captured CO2.(*6) PLEDGES: Sustainability strategy formulated in the Hitachi Group's management plan "Inspire 2027," consisting ofseven pillars including decarbonization and resource circulation.(*7) MRV: Stands for Measurement/Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification. A series of processes and frameworks toaccurately measure, report, and third - party verify greenhouse gas (GHG ) emissions and reductions.(*8) For details, please refer to the press release:https://www.mol.co.jp/en/pr/2025/25083.html About Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business(SIB) that brings together IT, OT(Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi aims to be a global leader in continuously transforming social infrastructure through digital, contributing to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates worldwide across four sectors - Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries - as well as a Strategic SIB Business Unit focused on new growth areas. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi creates value by combining data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY 2025 (ended March 31, 2026) totaled 10,586.7 billion yen, with 606 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 290,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com. About MOLHeadquartered in Japan, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.(MOL) is one of the world’s leading shipping companies, operating more than 900 vessels around the world. To respond to the ever - changing needs of society - including environmental conservation - MOL is developing a wide range of social infrastructure businesses and related technologies and services, with shipping at their core. MOL’s fleet includes dry bulk carriers, LNG carriers, car carriers, and tankers. Alongside its traditional shipping business, MOL operates social infrastructure businesses such as terminals, logistics, and offshore wind power, as well as wellbeing lifestyle businesses including real estate, cruises, and ferries. With one of the world’s largest fleets and over 140 years of hi story, experience, and technology, MOL is evolving into a global social infrastructure company that supports people’s daily lives from the blue seas, opens up a prosperous future, and delivers new value to all its stakeholders. Website: https://www.mol.co.jp/en/ About JALJapan Airlines(JAL) was founded in 1951 and, as a member of the oneworld® alliance, operated a fleet of 234 aircraftas of March 2026 and, together with its codeshare partners, provides a network covering 413 airports in 71 countries.(*)Certified as a Skytrax “5-Star Airline” and as “World Class” by APEX, a North America-based airline non-profit, JAL is one of the world’s leading airline groups and is taking new steps toward the realization of “JAL Vision 2035” with safety as its foundation. Under the brand slogan “Soaring Together,” the group aspires to be an airline group in which customers can enjoy, across all scenes of life including their everyday moments, “authentic experiences that stimulate the five senses, encouragement to take a new step, and connections that enrich life.” For more information, please visit https://www.jal.com/en/. (*) The network figure includes services operated by group airlines.Business ContactHitachi, Ltd.Inquiry Form : Industry : Hitachi Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH, August 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sharp Corporation will exhibit at the 40th Annual Small Satellite Conference, to be held in Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S.A., from August 23 to 26, 2026. The conference is an international event that brings together experts from space agencies, companies, and research institutions around the world involved in the small satellite sector. In addition to technical presentations, the event features exhibitions and business meetings. At the Japan Booth, organized by Japan Space Systems, Sharp will showcase space solar cells designed for the growing Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite market.Main Exhibits1. Film-Sheet TypeThis type features a sheet structure in which solar cells are encapsulated with a thin film, providing both lightweight characteristics and the flexibility required for installation on curved surfaces. The technology was used on the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), which successfully achieved a high-precision lunar landing in January 2024. Following the landing, the solar cells continued supplying power required for communications with Earth for several months, demonstrating proven reliability under harsh operating conditions.2. Glass-Covered Cell TypeThis exhibit features a Coverglass Integrated Cell (CIC) structure in which cover glass is bonded directly to each cell. Leveraging Sharp's proprietary interconnect technology, the CIC structure has been realized while maintaining the thin form factor characteristic of thin-film compound solar cells. In addition to delivering high efficiency and low weight, the technology has been recognized for its stable performance in satellite panels and has been selected for use in the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)'s Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission, scheduled for launch in fiscal 2026. A model with the same structure as the thin-film compound solar cells planned for installation on the MMX spacecraft will be displayed.Exhibit Location: Salt Palace Convention Center, Japan Booth #513About SharpFor more than 110 years, Sharp Corporation has been developing pioneering, world‑first and industry-first products and technologies primarily in electronics. Based on its business creed "Sincerity and Creativity" the company has established its corporate slogan "In step with your future." and aims to create New Cultures through innovative products and services in every aspect of how people live and work.For more information, please visit: https://global.sharp/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Ladder Frame (illustrative image)TOKYO, August 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that its all-new Pajero cross-country SUV, set for its world premiere this autumn, will deliver authentic off-road capability that enables safe, secure driving across a wide range of weather and road conditions, while also offering a refined, comfortable ride.The all-new Pajero adopts a highly robust and durable ladder frame, together with a suspension system engineered to deliver high road-holding performance. This combination provides exceptional off-road capability, even over rough terrain with large bumps and significant impacts. At the same time, it delivers refined on-road comfort by suppressing unwanted body movement and vibration on rough or uneven roads, helping to ease strain over long distances and ensure comfort for everyone on board.Taking its performance to an even higher level is Mitsubishi Motors' Super-All Wheel Control (S-AWC) technology, an integrated vehicle dynamics control system that optimizes handling, off-road capability and stability across diverse driving scenarios.On the dedicated website for the all-new Pajero, Mitsubishi Motors has released new visual content presented under the title "The Pajero* is ready to write its next chapter." Highlighting the suspension system that supports the model's all-around driving performance, the content is designed to invite drivers to embrace new challenges and set out on new adventures.Special website for the all-new Pajero:https://www.mitsubishi-motors.co.jp/global/en/lineup/pajero/teaser/(Open in a new window)* Known as the Montero in some markets Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, August 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Green AI Co., Ltd. have signed a Solutions Usage Partnership Agreement for "Green AI," an energy reduction and CO2 reduction system provided by Green AI Co., Ltd. With "cost-effective reduction of CO2 emissions" as a common philosophy, the two Companies have agreed to work collaboratively to improve energy efficiency in industries.MHI has achieved steady results, mainly in energy saving, by utilizing MAC (marginal abatement cost) curves in management decision-making regarding CO2 emission reductions at its own plants, listing and visualizing the cost-effectiveness of each measure. MHI has accumulated practical know-how by utilizing the Company's own products and technologies to reduce CO2 emissions at its plants. Through a joint framework with the Shoko Chukin Bank, Ltd.(1), MHI will widely deploy that know-how in small and medium-sized enterprises handling upstream manufacturing processes, contributing to the promotion of GX (green transformation) in Japan.Green AI Co., Ltd. will support small and medium-sized enterprises in considering cost-effective CO2 reduction measures and formulating specific reduction roadmaps by utilizing its energy and CO2 reduction system, "Green AI," addressing major challenges these companies face.In this partnership, the "Green AI" system will be used to create simple, specific reduction roadmaps indicating the cost-effectiveness of CO2 emission reduction measures, and the database of around 5,700 measures built proprietarily by Green AI Co., Ltd. and a wide range of products and technologies from MHI will be combined with the roadmaps, providing a wide range of options for deliberations of decarbonization measures. MHI's technologies and practical know-how will facilitate execution of the roadmaps that are created. This will make it possible to further enhance and expand MHI and Shoko Chukin Bank's joint support for decarbonization of small and medium-sized enterprises.MHI and Green AI Co., Ltd. believe that cost-effective reduction of CO2 emissions is crucial, and the Companies' first priority is the realization of energy saving by improving energy efficiency. The Companies believe that improvements in energy efficiency will not only further global measures against climate change but also help to strengthen the foundations of Japanese manufacturing by increasing competitiveness through improved productivity and cost reduction and improving businesses' resilience to the geopolitical risks and increases in energy costs associated with the reduction of fossil fuel usage.(1) Press release on March 12, 2026: MHI and Shoko Chukin Bank Agree to Establish New Framework for the Promotion of Decarbonization of Small and Medium Enterprises (in Japanese only)https://www.mhi.com/jp/news/26031201.html User interface of "Green AI" About Mitsubishi Heavy Industries GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is a global general industrial manufacturer with wide-ranging businesses spanning the domains of Energy, Plants & Infrastructure, Industrial Solutions, and Aircraft, Defense & Space. MHI Group has sincerely addressed social issues and provided support for people's lives since it was first established in 1884. Under its management policy, "Innovative Total Optimization (ITO)," MHI Group is committed to "Group-Wide Optimization" and "Reach Expansion," delivering unprecedented value to a vastly larger customer base through corporate collaboration and IT utilization.About Green AI Co., Ltd.Green AI Co., Ltd. is a startup that supports companies' decarbonization business through a combination of environmental considerations ("green") and technology ("AI").Its AI system, called "Green AI," draws on a proprietarily built, highly versatile database of around 5,700 decarbonization and energy saving measures, rapidly selecting the optimal measures according to the situation of CO2 emissions at each site or plant through an evaluation of CO2 reduction and economic feasibility and then automatically formulating a CO2 reduction plan. Green AI Co., Ltd. is also endeavoring to expand its services for the execution of energy efficiency improvement and CO2 emission reduction, offering total support throughout the PDCA cycle (Plan, Do, Check, Act) and providing systems enabling continuous execution at each company or site with a balance between reduction of costs, improvement of productivity, and decarbonization.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Aug 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), a company engaged in the industrial precious metals business of TANAKA, today announced the development of the MOC1-30 series methane oxidation catalyst which has excellent resistance to sulfur (S) and maintains high purification performance over an extended period of time.The product is designed to remove methane (CH4) from the exhaust emissions of gas engines powered by fuels such as natural gas and city gas. Since methane has a greenhouse effect approximately 25 times greater than carbon dioxide (CO2), reducing these emissions have become a growing priority worldwide. This methane oxidation catalyst addresses the long-standing challenge of sulfur-induced catalyst deactivation and maintains more than 80% methane conversion even after 1,000 hours of continuous operation at an inlet gas temperature of 350℃.MOC1-30 seriesBackground to DevelopmentIn recent years, the growing adoption of natural gas-powered generation systems and marine vessels, together with increasingly stringent emission regulations, has accelerated demand for technologies that further reduce methane emissions. Because methane has a significantly greater greenhouse effect than CO2, reducing methane emissions has become an important global climate priority, driving the need for more advanced methane abatement technologies.Meanwhile, gases derived from liquefied natural gas (LNG) and odorants*1 often contain sulfur, and conventional methane oxidation catalysts faced the challenge of reduced catalytic activity due to the influence of sulfur. Furthermore, platinum (Pt) particles, which serve as the active sites for catalytic reactions, undergo sintering under high temperature operating conditions, resulting in reduced catalytic performance. In addition, desulfurization systems are commonly used to remove sulfur compounds. However, complete sulfur removal is difficult to achieve, and even trace amounts of sulfur can contribute to catalyst degradation.Therefore, there was a need to develop a methane oxidation catalyst that limits the reduction in catalytic performance and can maintain stable performance even in the presence of sulfur and under high-temperature environments.Features of Technology Developed in this ProductUsing a proprietary technology, TANAKA’s MOC1-30 methane oxidation catalyst converts sulfur adsorbed on the catalyst surface into sulfur trioxide (SO3) while maintaining the bonding between Pt particles and the catalyst support. This suppresses the inhibition of reactions caused by sulfur and the agglomeration of Pt particles, preventing a reduction in catalytic performance, thereby maintaining stable catalytic activity for an extended period.In addition, TANAKA has established an integrated system covering the entire value chain, from procurement and material development to manufacturing, sales, and recycling. The MOC1-30 series is also compatible with precious metal recycling after use. Leveraging its unique capability across the entire catalyst value chain, from precious metal material development to catalyst design and manufacturing, TANAKA aims to introduce this solution to the global market to help reduce environmental impact while supporting resource circularity.Performance evaluation resultsIn the catalytic performance evaluation of this product, it was confirmed that under model gas conditions (SV*2 25,000 h-1, 100 cells, and inlet gas temperature 350℃) containing 2,000 ppm of methane, 10% oxygen (O2), and 1 ppm of sulfur dioxide (SO2) in nitrogen (N2) gas, a methane conversion*3 of at least 80% was maintained even after 1,000 hours of continuous reaction. In addition, the catalyst was confirmed to maintain a high methane conversion of approximately 90% after 100 hours of continuous reaction under model gas conditions (SV 100,000 h-1, 400 cells, and inlet gas temperature 400℃) containing 3 ppm of sulfur dioxide. Furthermore, MOC1-30 showed excellent durability when compared to conventional Pt-based and palladium (Pd)-based catalysts, confirming results significantly exceeding those of conventional catalysts.Based on these results, MOC1-30 has excellent sulfur resistance and methane purification performance. It is expected to be a catalyst that contributes toward reducing emitted methane in applications such as gas engines for ships and stationary gas engines.MOC1-30 series sulfur resistance test results (1)MOC1-30 series sulfur resistance test results (2)Implementation effects and prospectsIn addition to helping meet methane emission regulations, MOC1-30 can reduce operating costs by extending catalyst lifespan and reducing the need for frequent replacements. It can also reduce reliance on desulfurization systems, contributing toward improving overall system efficiency. This product is expected to achieve a balance between environmental performance and economic feasibility, and at the same time, the used catalyst can be recovered and recycled, thereby contributing to sustainable resource circulation.Currently, the scope of gas engine application is expanding, including ship propulsion, emergency power generation, and distributed power for data centers. Correspondingly, investment demand for reducing methane emissions is also expected to increase. In the growing market for gas engines, MOC1-30 offers a compelling solution that contributes to the realization of a carbon-neutral society by both reducing greenhouse gas emissions and optimizing costs.For decades, TANAKA has developed a wide range of precious metal catalysts for applications including emission control and energy-related technologies. In recent years, the company has also focused on technologies that support carbon neutrality, and the MOC1-30 series was developed as part of these efforts. Leveraging its integrated value chain, from bullion procurement and technology development to manufacturing, sales, and precious metal recycling, TANAKA will continue to contribute to industrial decarbonization and the realization of a sustainable society.*1 Odorant: A component added to detect gas leaks.*2 SV: Refers to space velocity, which is an indicator representing the volume of gas flowing per unit of time, expressed as a multiple of the catalyst layer volume.*3 Methane conversion: An indicator showing the percentage of methane changed (converted) into other substances through a catalytic chemical reaction. The closer this value is to 100%, the more methane that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere unburned is being removed.About TANAKASince its foundation in 1885, TANAKA has built a portfolio of products to support a diversified range of business uses focused on precious metals. TANAKA is a leader in Japan regarding the volume of precious metals it handles. Over many years, TANAKA has manufactured and sold precious metal products for industry and provided precious metals in such forms as jewelry and assets. As precious metals specialists, all Group companies in Japan and worldwide collaborate on manufacturing, sales, and technology development to offer a full range of products and services. With 5,778 employees, the group’s consolidated net sales for the fiscal year ended December 2025 were 1,097,813 million yen.TANAKA Industrial Precious Metal Materials Portalhttps://tanaka-preciousmetals.comProduct inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-on-industrial-products/Press inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-for-media/Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260804_EN.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

SYDNEY, AU, Aug 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Australian researchers and students will gain access to advanced quantum computing technology under a Memorandum of Understanding between global digital transformation leader, Fujitsu, Monash University, and Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO.The collaboration aims to accelerate the development of practical quantum applications, strengthen Australia's quantum capability and help build a skilled workforce ready for the emerging quantum economy. It also supports the newly inked Memorandum of Cooperation between Australia and Japan on quantum science, technology and innovation, reflecting the growing strategic importance of quantum technologies to both countries.Quantum computing has the potential to help solve some of the world's most complex challenges by enabling faster and more powerful analysis of certain types of problems than is possible with conventional computing. Future applications could support areas such as cyber security, healthcare, decarbonisation and climate science. The collaboration brings together Fujitsu's advanced quantum technology and infrastructure, Monash University's research and education expertise, and CSIRO's applied science capability. As part of the collaboration, researchers and students from Monash and CSIRO will gain access to Fujitsu's quantum systems and simulators in Japan to support research in advanced computing, quantum software and emerging quantum applications. The organisations will also explore opportunities to establish a shared quantum research and education facility based at Monash University’s Faculty of Information Technology, creating a focal point for collaborative research, training and industry engagement.Peter Grassi, Chief Executive Officer of Fujitsu in Oceania, said:"By bringing together Fujitsu's leading quantum technologies, Monash University's research excellence and CSIRO's applied science expertise, we're creating new opportunities to accelerate innovation, develop future talent and translate quantum breakthroughs into real-world outcomes.""As a company with deep Japanese heritage and over half a century supporting organisations in Australia, Fujitsu is uniquely positioned to help connect the strengths of both countries' quantum ecosystems."This collaboration will deepen research and innovation links between Australia and Japan while expanding access to advanced quantum technologies and expertise to help solve society's most complex challenges."Dr. Katja Digweed, CSIRO Technology Director, said:“This innovative collaboration can help accelerate the development of advanced quantum computing technologies in Australia." “Connecting deep scientific capability with the right software and algorithms can bring quantum computing closer to practical use in areas like cybersecurity, health, and climate science. Together we can build the skills, infrastructure and partnerships across research and industry, and between Australia and Japan.”Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Enterprise) and Senior Vice-President Professor Robyn Ward said the collaboration would strengthen Australia's ability to translate quantum research into technologies that benefit society."Universities have a responsibility not only to create new knowledge, but to ensure it reaches the people and communities who stand to benefit from it,” Professor Ward said." “This initiative reflects Monash's commitment to research that delivers lasting value, creating an environment where discovery, education and translation come together to generate new opportunities for Australia and beyond.""Quantum computing represents an opportunity for sustained research investment to create profound benefits for future generations."Building a pathway from research to real-world impactThe collaboration focuses on three key priorities:1. Developing practical quantum applicationsThe organisations will work together to develop and test new quantum computing approaches that could help address complex scientific and industry challenges. This includes research into quantum optimisation, machine learning and advanced simulation technologies.2. Building Australia's future quantum workforceStudents will gain hands-on experience with advanced quantum technologies through new teaching initiatives, research projects and industry-connected learning opportunities, helping prepare the next generation of Australian quantum specialists.3. Strengthening Australia's quantum research capabilityThe organisations will explore a shared vision for a future research and education facility at Monash University, providing a platform for collaboration between researchers, students and industry.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsu Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, July 29, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ispace, inc. (ispace) (TOKYO: 9348), a global lunar exploration company, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) (TOKYO: 7011) announced today that the two companies signed a contract for launch and transportation services for ispace's Mission 3 ULTRA Lunar Lander using MHI's H3 rocket currently scheduled for 2028.A computer generated image of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' H3 rocket and ispace's ULTRA lunar lander.Through the agreement, ispace secures Japan's most reliable launch capability provided by MHI and strengthens its framework to ensure the reliable execution and success of the ULTRA mission. The launch and lunar mission represent the first time a Japanese-made lunar lander and a Japanese-made rocket will work in tandem, taking a groundbreaking step in extending Japan's space capabilities and industry to the Moon, symbolizing a new era of lunar exploration.During its two previous lunar missions, ispace has demonstrated the ability to reliably reach lunar orbit while conducting months-long transport missions. Leveraging that mission operations experience and technical expertise, ispace is currently developing a new lander, ULTRA, with funding from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant. ispace's ULTRA, offering higher performance, higher quality, and faster access to the Moon, will be used to establish a high-frequency, low-cost transportation service to the lunar surface.MHI is a core developer of Japan's space industry for decades. Currently, the company is developing and manufacturing the H3 rocket, a next-generation heavy-lift launch vehicle that will replace the H-IIA and H-IIB rockets. Moving forward, the company will continue to support a wide range of space missions both in Japan and abroad by providing stable launch services using the H3 rocket and remains committed to the development of the space industry.An image of Iwao Igarashi, Vice President & Senior General Manager, MHI and Takeshi Hakamada, Founder & CEO of ispace at a signing ceremony held at ispace headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.Securing reliable launch services is an essential element for the stable growth of Japan's space industry. Combining MHI's proven launch technology with ispace's track record in lander development and operations realizes a launch-to-landing lunar transport system via collaboration between the two Japanese commercial companies.In addition, the two companies have agreed to explore ways to strengthen their cooperation not only in transportation services but also in the future construction of lunar infrastructure and related technologies. Together they will continue to promote the formation of a full-scale lunar transportation system that unites Japan domestic industries, thereby contributing to the expansion of Japan's space industry infrastructure and the creation of the cislunar economy.Statement of Takeshi Hakamada, Founder & CEO of ispace, inc."I am very pleased to sign this launch services contract to launch ULTRA using the H3 rocket. The fact that a lander developed by ispace will be carried aboard the H3 rocket, carrying forward the legacy of Japan's domestically produced rockets with their proven operational track record, as it heads for the Moon symbolizes new possibilities for a Japanese private company to take the lead in advancing lunar development. The success of Mission 3 is a crucial milestone in ispace's early commercialization phase, and I am confident that utilizing the H3 rocket will enable us to establish a reliable lunar transportation system," said Takeshi Hakamada, Founder & CEO of ispace.Iwao Igarashi, Vice President & Senior General Manager, Space Systems Division, Integrated Defense & Space Systems, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd."It is a great honor for us to provide launch services for ispace's Mission 3 ULTRA, using the H3 rocket. By leveraging the rocket technology and operational track record that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has cultivated, we will contribute to the mission's success by safely and reliably delivering the lander into space. With an eye toward new collaborations in private-sector-led lunar development, we look forward to working with ispace to pioneer new possibilities for Japan's space industry," said Iwao Igarashi, Vice President and Senior General Manager of Space Systems at MHI.About ispace, inc. (https://ispace-inc.com)ispace, a global lunar resource development company with the vision, "Expand our planet. Expand our future.", specializes in designing and building lunar landers and rovers. ispace aims to extend the sphere of human life into space and create a sustainable world by providing high-frequency, low-cost transportation services to the Moon. The company has business entities in Japan, Luxembourg, and the United States with more than 300 employees worldwide. For more information, visit: www.ispace-inc.com and follow us on X: @ispace_inc.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

HIROSHIMA, Japan, July 29, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) announced today that it will begin local assembly of the MAZDA CX-30 in Indonesia on July 29, 2026. Mazda views Indonesia as one of its key markets in the ASEAN region and will accelerate business growth in this market.PT Eurokars Motor Indonesia (EMI)*1, the exclusive distributor of Mazda vehicles in Indonesia, together with its subsidiary, PT Eurokars Produksi Pratama (EPP)*2, will undertake local assembly operations on a dedicated Mazda production line. Mazda is supporting the smooth launch of local production and helping ensure that vehicles produced in Indonesia meet Mazda’s global quality standards through personnel development, the introduction of production equipment, technical support for vehicle manufacturing, and the supply of parts. Under its Lean Asset Strategy, Mazda has built a collaborative partnership framework that enables the Company to provide customers with greater access to high-quality, reliable Mazda vehicles through local production and distribution.The MAZDA CX-30 (locally assembled model in Indonesia)Toru Nakajima, Mazda’s Senior Executive Officer who delivered remarks at today’s production launch ceremony, said: “Indonesia is a key market for Mazda in the ASEAN region, following Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand in sales volume, and one where we expect continued growth. The start of local assembly of the Mazda CX-30 marks an important milestone in strengthening the Mazda brand and expanding our presence in Indonesia. We aim to further strengthen Mazda’s unique brand value in this market, deepen customer trust, and provide customers with an even richer ownership experience than ever before. Moving forward, Mazda will work in unison with our business partners to contribute to the continued development of Indonesia’s automotive industry. Guided by our brand value management philosophy, we will offer a product lineup that meets the needs of even more customers and deliver the joy of driving to them, thereby revitalizing our business in Indonesia as one of our key hubs in the ASEAN region.”Mazda will continue to respond to the needs and characteristics of each market while delivering the unique mobility experience that defines the Mazda brand, striving to be the brand of choice for an ever-growing number of customers.*1 A fully locally owned automotive wholesaler and distributor with no capital affiliation with Mazda.*2 An automotive manufacturing company that is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMI, with no capital ties to Mazda. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, July 28, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will initiate development of the "Uvance for Finance AI Transformation Platform" (the Platform), a dedicated AI platform to support AI utilization, including regional banks in Japan, starting in August 1st, 2026.The Platform will be "Fujitsu Kozuchi Enterprise AI Factory" [1], a proprietary AI platform that ensures data sovereignty and AI trustworthiness. It will incorporate Fujitsu's AI technologies, including the "Takane" large language model, which is designed to handle the unique business practices, legal frameworks, and specialized terminology of financial institutions, as well as generative AI trust technologies that address security requirements such as guardrail technology for vulnerabilities, and multi-AI agents that autonomously perform tasks according to business characteristics. These features will enable financial institutions to securely utilize AI for highly confidential financial data.Fujitsu will support financial institutions in securely integrating AI into their operations and decision-making. Through this proprietary AI platform, developed with deep expertise in financial operations, we aim to transform business processes into AI-driven workflows that consistently deliver results.BackgroundIn recent years, financial institutions have shown increasing expectations for AI utilization across a wide range of operations, including corporate sales, individual sales, and branch office operations. However, financial institutions, which handle highly confidential data, need to ensure an environment where AI can be securely utilized against threats such as cyberattacks. They also face challenges such as a shortage of skilled personnel for AI utilization and increased operational costs associated with expanding AI use. Due to these challenges, AI utilization has been limited to specific tasks or pilot phases, and the establishment of a foundation for company-wide utilization and continuous operation has not progressed sufficiently.To achieve company-wide utilization, there is a demand for an environment where AI can be integrated into business processes and decision-making, and operated securely and continuously, rather than merely as a business support tool.Features of the PlatformThe Platform offers financial institutions a comprehensive solution designed for secure and contonuous AI utilization. This solution integrates a verified sovereignty that encompases data sovereignty and operational control along with trustedAI capabilities, the enterprise-grade large language model "Takane," AI agents, and accompanying support. Furthermore, "Takane" will help optimize AI usage costs through a flexible pricing model combining flat-rate and usage-based billing.Figure 1: Diagram illustrating the relationship between the “Uvance for Finance AI Transformation Platform” and “Uvance for Finance”1. Proprietary AI platform ensuring data sovereignty and highly reliable AI:The Platform will leverage "Fujitsu Kozuchi Enterprise AI Factory"to enable financial institutions to utilize AI in a dedicated environment where they can control their own data and operational rules. This approach will meet the security and governance requirements of financial institutions and ensure secure and highly reliable AI by visualizing and managing AI usage and risks.2. Utilization of multiple AI technologies centered on "Takane":By utilizing "Takane," a large language model that addresses the unique business practices, legal frameworks, and specialized terminology of the financial industry, the Platform will support tasks such as loan screening, creation and verification of various application documents, and inquiry handling, contributing to operational efficiency and optimizing costs associated with AI utilization.Furthermore, it will incorporate generative AI trust technologies, including Fujitsu's proprietary guardrail technology, tailored to security requirements. This will visualize the reasoning, behavior, and potential risks of AI, aiming to ensure AI transparency and trustworthiness.3. Realizing operational efficiency through AI agents and accompanying support:Multiple AI agents specialized for financial operations, such as a customer understanding AI agent that analyzes customer needs and a sales activity optimization AI agent that proposes optimal sales strategies, will collaborate to support tasks like loan screening, inquiry handling, and document creation. This will create an environment where AI can be easily used even with a shortage of personnel, thereby achieving operational efficiency.Additionally, Fujitsu will leverage its accumulated expertise in AI utilization, system construction, and operation to provide end-to-end support for financial institutions, from planning and introduction to operation and establishment of AI utilization, thereby realizing continuous AI utilization and operational efficiency.Figure 2: Example of Sales Optimization Support Provided by an AI AgentFuture PlansFujitsu aims to launch the Platform in March 2027 and apply it to branch office operations, compliance, reporting, and customer service, in addition to loan screening and related administrative tasks. Fujitsu will also promote the formation of a co-creation ecosystem where multiple financial institutions can accumulate and mutually utilize AI agents and business know-how.Fujitsu positions this Platform as a core element for the evolution of "Uvance for Finance," contributing to the productivity improvement, enhanced customer engagement, and establishment of sustainable competitiveness for financial institutions. Together with our customers, we will co-create a new era of financial operations where AI can be utilized securely and continuously.Figure 3: Future Direction of "Uvance for Finance"[1] "Fujitsu Kozuchi Enterprise AI Factory":A proprietary AI platform that enables companies to autonomously manage the entire cycle of optimal model development, operation, and additional learning for generative AI, thereby continuously improving generative AI models and agents.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsu Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Toyota City, Japan, July 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Volvo Group, Daimler Truck AG, cellcentric and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) have signed a binding agreement for Toyota to join as an equal partner and shareholder in cellcentric, with each owner to hold one third. The agreement follows the previous non-binding agreement signed at the end of March this year. Completion of the transaction is conditional upon obtaining regulatory approvals. Through the collaboration, the parties intend to strengthen cellcentric's position as a leading developer and manufacturer of fuel cell systems for heavy-duty commercial applications.Upon completion of the transaction, Toyota will become an equal partner in cellcentric together with the Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG. The parties plan to collaborate on equal terms, with the aim of strengthening cellcentric's technological lead, industrial scale and competitiveness in heavy-duty fuel cell technology. Through collaboration with industry associations and partners across the entire hydrogen value chain, the partners aim to actively support the development of hydrogen supply and infrastructure and unlock the hydrogen ecosystem.cellcentric will continue to operate as an independent and autonomous company and serve a broad range of customers in heavy-duty on-road and off-road transport, as well as other heavy-duty applications such as coaches, stationary power generation, marine, rail and heavy off-highway equipment. The Volvo Group, Daimler Truck AG and Toyota will continue to compete independently in all other areas of their respective businesses.Completion of the transaction is expected around year end 2026 or start of 2027 and is subject to obtaining regulatory approvals.About cellcentriccellcentric develops, produces, and commercializes fuel cell systems for use in heavy-duty commercial vehicles and other applications with comparable requirements. cellcentric is a joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group founded in 2021. The company benefits from the know-how and extensive experience gained from decades of developing fuel cell systems by its predecessor companies. cellcentric's goal is to become a global manufacturer and tier 1 supplier of fuel cell systems and thus make a contribution to climate-neutral and sustainable transportation. More than 560 highly qualified employees are continuously advancing cellcentric's state-of-the-art fuel cell technology. They work in interdisciplinary teams at sites in Kirchheim/Teck, Esslingen, Stuttgart (Germany) and Burnaby (Canada). Roughly 700 individual patents underline cellcentric's leading role in fuel cell technology development."Achieving zero, and adding new value beyond it"As part of efforts to pass our beautiful "Home Planet" to the next generation, Toyota has identified and is helping to solve issues faced by individuals and overall society, which Toyota calls "Achieving Zero," hoping to help reduce the negative impacts caused by these issues to people and the environment to zero. Additionally, Toyota is also looking "Beyond Zero" to create and provide greater value by continuing to diligently seek ways to improve lives and society for the future.About Beyond Zero https://global.toyota/en/mobility/beyond-zero/Toyota Motor Corporation works to develop and manufacture innovative, safe and high-quality products and services that create happiness by providing mobility for all. We believe that true achievement comes from supporting our customers, partners, employees, and the communities in which we operate. Since our founding over 80 years ago in 1937, we have applied our Guiding Principles in pursuit of a safer, greener and more inclusive society. Today, as we transform into a mobility company developing connected, automated, shared and electrified technologies, we also remain true to our Guiding Principles and many of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals to help realize an ever-better world, where everyone is free to move.SDGs Initiatives https://global.toyota/en/sustainability/sdgs/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, July 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Pfizer Japan Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Hiroo Igarashi,“Pfizer”) and Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) announced today that the companies will commence the co-promotion of the oral calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist Nurtec® OD Tablet 75mg (generic name: rimegepant sulfate hydrate, hereinafter “Nurtec”) in Japan from September 1, 2026.Nurtec is an oral CGRP receptor antagonist, indicated for both acute treatment and prophylaxis of migraine.This co-promotion aims to facilitate the timely and broad dissemination of information on the appropriate use of Nurtec in the treatment of migraine. Both companies will provide appropriate use information to medical institutions in Japan, while Pfizer remains responsible for the development, manufacturing, distribution, and commercialization of Nurtec.Through this collaboration, Pfizer, the marketing authorization holder, and Eisai, which positions neurology as a strategic focus area, will leverage their respective expertise and healthcare networks to further strengthen the provision of information and promote the appropriate use of Nurtec.Migraine is a debilitating neurological disorder that can significantly impair daily life due to headaches and accompanying symptoms during attacks, and there remain many patients whose conditions are not adequately controlled. Through this initiative, Pfizer and Eisai aim to help patients suffering from the disorder to regain their everyday lives by promoting the widespread adoption of appropriate treatment options.About RimegepantRimegepant is a small molecule calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist (gepant) that reversibly inhibits the CGRP receptor. CGRP levels are known to increase in blood during migraine attacks,1 suggesting its involvement in the pain signal transmission. Rimegepant is believed to alleviate various migraine symptoms by blocking the effects of CGRP.About MigraineMigraine is a highly prevalent neurological disorder, affecting approximately 8.4% of the adult population in Japan and approximately 14% of the population worldwide. In Japan, the reported prevalence is 3.6%in men and 12.9% in women, approximately three times higher than that of men. Among those affected, women aged 20–40 are the most prevalent demographic, 2,3 while the number of patients seeking medical consultation remains low. 4 A typical migraine is characterized by a moderate-to-severe, unilateral, throbbing headache lasting 4–72 hours, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting, with many patients experiencing sensitivity to light, noise, and odors. 5 Additionally, some patients experience an aura, such as visual disturbances, immediately before the onset of the headache. Many patients experience significant disturbances in their daily living or work due to pain from the attacks and these accompanying symptoms. Additionally, these patients also face social difficulties, for instance, trouble making plans due to anxiety over unexpected attacks, even during symptom-free periods. Global surveys on the impact of various diseases on activities of daily living have consistently ranked headache disorders, particularly migraine, among the conditions associated with the greatest degree of disability. 6,7ReferencesPJ Goadsby, L Edvinsson, and R Ekman. Vasoactive peptide release in the extracerebral circulation of humans during migraine headache. Ann Neurol. 1990;28:183-7.GBD 2016 Headache Collaborators. Global, regional, and national burden of migraine and tension-type-headache,1990-2016: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2016. Lancet Neurol. 2018;17:954-76.Sakai F, Igarashi H. Prevalence of migraine in Japan: a nationwide survey. Cephalalgia. 1997;17:15-22.K Hirata, K Ueda, M Komori, et al. Comprehensive population-based survey of migraine in Japan: results of the ObserVational Survey of the Epidemiology, tReatment, and Care Of MigrainE (OVERCOME [Japan]) study. CurrMed Res Opin. 2021;37:1945-55.Japanese Society of Neurology, Japanese Headache Society, and Japanese Society of Neurological Therapeutics(supervising organizations). Clinical Practice Guideline for Headache 2021. Igaku-Shoin; 2021.GBD 2016 Disease and Injury Incidence and Prevalence Collaborators. Global, regional, and national incidence, prevalence, and years lived with disability for 328 diseases and injuries for 195 countries,1990-2016: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2016. Lancet. 2017;390:1211-59.Peres MFP, Sacco S, Pozo-Rosich P, et al. Migraine is the most disabling neurological disease among children and adolescents, and second after stroke among adults: A call to action. Cephalalgia. 2024;44: 3331024241267309.About Pfizer: Breakthroughs That Change Patients’ LivesAt Pfizer, we apply science and our global resources to bring therapies to people that extend and significantly improve their lives. We strive to set the standard for quality, safety and value in the discovery, development and manufacture of health care products, including innovative medicines and vaccines. Every day, Pfizer colleagues work across developed and emerging markets to advance wellness, prevention, treatments and cures that challenge the most feared diseases of our time. Consistent with our responsibility as one of the world's premier innovative biopharmaceutical companies, we collaborate with health care providers, governments and local communities to support and expand access to reliable, affordable health care around the world. For more than 175 years, we have worked to make a difference for all who rely on us. We routinely post information that may be important to investors on our website atwww.Pfizer.com. In addition, to learn more, please visit us on www.Pfizer.com and follow us on X at @Pfizer and @PfizerNews, LinkedIn, YouTube and like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/Pfizer.About Eisai Co., Ltd.Eisai's Corporate Concept is "to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits that health care provides." Under this Concept (also known as human health care (hhc) Concept), we aim to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. With a global network of R&D facilities, manufacturing sites and marketing subsidiaries, we strive to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas of Neurology and Oncology.In addition, we demonstrate our commitment to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which is a target(3.3) of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by working on various activities together with global partners.For more information about Eisai, please visit www.eisai.com (for global headquarters: Eisai Co., Ltd.), and connect with us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Tokyo, Aichi and Kawasaki, Japan, July 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Nautilus Technologies, Inc., Internet Initiative Japan Inc., TEPCO Power Grid, Inc., CHUBU Electric Power Grid, Fujitsu Limited, and 1Finity Inc., a Fujitsu company and leading provider of global network solutions, today announced the launch of a joint proof-of-concept experiment for a next-generation distributed AI processing infrastructure aimed at realizing the Watt-Bit Convergence Vision, under the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization's (NEDO) "Study on the Validation of Low-Latency Distributed Processing Technologies for Next-Generation Infrastructure"(1).This proof-of-concept experiment aims to realize the distributed deployment of computing resources envisioned by the Watt-Bit Vision, a strategic framework that links electricity grids ("watts") and telecommunications ("bits") to optimize energy use and computing power. To this end, an All-Photonics Network (APN) (2) will be constructed by combining optical fiber cables owned by TEPCO Power Grid and CHUBU Electric Power Grid with communications equipment provided by Fujitsu and 1Finity. By controlling the operating timing of GPU servers (3) deployed at two geographically separated locations, the experiment will evaluate the feasibility of flexible adjustments in response to electricity demand conditions, while also validating the effectiveness of low-latency distributed processing technologies for operating these resources as a unified AI processing environment.Specifically, this proof-of-concept experiment will use the final race of the “KYOJO CUP” formula racing series held at Fuji Speedway as its field environment. Real-time 4K video footage and telemetry data(4) collected from on board cameras and telemetry units(5)installed in race cars will be gathered and transmitted via the APN through high-bandwidth, low-latency communications to GPU servers for AI-processing distributed across the TEPCO Power Grid and Chubu Electric Power Grid service areas. This enables the collected data to be processed by any of the GPU servers located across both service areas.With demand for AI computing expected to continue growing, this proof-of-concept experiment will examine the feasibility of applying low-latency distributed processing technologies to utilize the power consumption of GPU servers as a resource for electricity supply-demand balancing. The demonstration will evaluate the practical applicability of these technologies toward achieving that objective.This initiative represents Japan's first attempt(6) to jointly operate geographically distributed GPU servers as a unified AI processing environment across areas with different utility frequencies (50 Hz and 60 Hz). Looking ahead, the project is expected to contribute to the realization of Watt-Bit Convergence by enabling AI workloads to be shifted to regions with surplus power capacity, thereby promoting more efficient utilization of electricity infrastructure.The proof-of-concept period is scheduled to run from August 2026 to March 2027, with the proof-of-concept commencing from Round 3 of the KYOJO CUP series. Details of this proof-of-concept and its system verification results are expected to be presented at industry events, including Inter BEE(7), from autumn 2026 onward.Reference 1: Roles of participating companiesThe roles of each participating company in this proof-of-concept experiment are as follows.Reference 2: Infrastructure configuration of the proof-of-concept experimentThe GPU servers installed in the two locations are interconnected via optical fiber cables provided by TEPCO PowerGrid and CHUBU Electric Power Grid, together with optical network systems provided by Fujitsu and 1Finity, enabling them to operate as a unified AI processing infrastructure.Figure: Infrastructure configuration of the proof-of-concept experimentReference 3: Key technologies utilized in the proof-of-concept experiment* All-Photonics Network (APN)The All-Photonics Network (APN) is a next-generation communications infrastructure that processes information as optical signals wherever possible. In conventional communication networks, optical and electrical signals are repeatedly converted at each network device. APN minimizes these conversions, enabling low-latency, high-capacity, and energy-efficient communications.For this proof-of-concept experiment, an optical Network Interface Card (optical NIC) currently under development by 1Finity and scheduled for commercial release in October 2026 will be deployed. By utilizing the optical NIC, servers located more than 100 kilometers apart can be directly interconnected using optical signals without relying on conventional Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches or routers.This approach further reduces communication latency while leveraging proprietary technologies to minimize performance degradation over long-distance connections.* Next-Generation High-Performance Relational Database “Tsurugi”This proof-of-concept experiment employs Tsurugi, a next-generation high-performance relational database (RDB) developed in Japan, as the core database of the system. Support and architecture design for the system are provided by Nautilus Technologies, Inc.Tsurugi is an open-source next-generation relational database developed in Japan with support from the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). It is designed to deliver high transaction processing performance and scalability while providing an end-to-end domestic support and manufacturing framework.Tsurugi is also being enhanced to support future AI-driven applications. In addition to supporting AI integration technologies such as the Model Context Protocol (MCP) (9), it provides a mechanism for seamlessly utilizing remote GPUs directly from the database through user-defined functions (UDFs) (10).These capabilities enable efficient integration between the data management platform and the AI processing infrastructure, contributing to the realization of low-latency AI processing in this proof-of-concept experiment.(1) Survey on the effectiveness of low-latency distributed processing technologies for next-generation infrastructureThis survey is being conducted as part of efforts to maximize the outcomes of NEDO's Technology Development Project for AI Chips and Next-Generation Computing for High-Efficiency and High-Speed Processing.The survey aims to collect information on the latest developments in low-latency distributed processing technologies, which are increasingly recognized as a key technology for next-generation information infrastructure. It also seeks to identify use cases in which such technologies are expected to be more effective than conventional communications technologies and to evaluate their effectiveness through field verification. This proof-of-concept experiment is being conducted as part of those field verification activities.(2) A next-generation communications infrastructure that processes information using optical signals to the greatest extent possible during data transmission.(3) A high-performance server equipped with Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) for large-scale computational workloads such as AI and machine learning.(4) Driving data such as vehicle speed, engine, speed accelerator position, brake operation, and gear position.(5) An onboard measurement device that collects and transmits data related to vehicle operation and behavior.(6) Based on research conducted by the participating companies as of July 2026.(7) Inter BEE: One of Japan's largest exhibitions for broadcasting equipment, video and audio technologies, and content distribution solutions.(8) Optical Network Interface Card (Optical NIC): A hardware component that enables network connectivity and data transmission/reception. By directly processing optical signals, it facilitates long-distance, ultra-high-speed communication while improving network performance and efficiency.(9) A standard protocol that enables AI systems to securely and efficiently access and utilize information by connecting AI with databases, business systems, and other data sources.(10) User-Defined Functions (UDFs) are functions that users can independently define and add to extend database capabilities, enabling databases to invoke and utilize external systems and computational resources such as GPUs.About IIJFounded in 1992, IIJ is one of Japan's leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. IIJ's services include high-quality Internet connectivity services, systems integration, cloud computing services, security services and mobile services. Moreover, IIJ has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan that is connected to the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia. IIJ was listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo StockExchange in 2022. For more information about IIJ, visit the IIJ Web site at https://www.iij.ad.jp/en/. About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: https://global.fujitsu/en-global About 1Finity1Finity, a Fujitsu company, is a global provider of communications networks for our connected world. We uniquely combine technological leadership and expertise in open optical and wireless networking, network automation, and applied AI/ML to design, build, operate, and maintain critical digital communications network infrastructure. Collaborating closely with ecosystem partners, we deliver transformative outcomes for service providers and network operators, and enable them to lower TCO, improve network performance, and increase energy efficiency. For more information, visit www.1Finity.com Press ContactsIIJ Corporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5205-6310 E-Mail: press@iij.ad.jpFujitsu LimitedInquiries 1Finity Inc.1Finity.press@fujitsu.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Tokyo, Kawasaki, and Saitama, Japan, July 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Nautilus Technologies Inc., Nomura Research Institute, Ltd., Internet Initiative Japan Inc., 1Finity Inc., a Fujitsu company and leading provider of global network solutions, Fujitsu Limited, Ghelia Inc., and M-TEC Co., Ltd. today jointly announced the commencement of a demonstration experiment with Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. This project will validate next-generation real-time video streaming system, leveraging Local 5G and Physical AI, using the "KYOJO CUP" formula car race as its setting. This initiative is part of the "Survey on the Effectiveness Verification of Low-Latency Distributed Processing Technology in Next-Generation Infrastructure" project, led by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization(NEDO).Local 5G real-time streaming and Physical AI control in a live race environmentThis demonstration will verify a system (hereinafter, "this system") that acquires 4K video and telemetry data in real-time from in-car cameras and telemetry units on racing cars via Local 5G. AI then instantly performs appropriate editing, selection, and information overlay to deliver "the most exciting footage" to spectators in real-time.This system utilizes Physical AI, integrating in-car video and telemetry data, based on detailed physical 3D models derived from actual data at Fuji Speedway. The AI instantly determines "the most exciting situations" and delivers "the moment they want to see" to spectators at the circuit, on the spot. This mechanism offers a completely new, immersive user experience filled with a sense of live presence. Furthermore, as all processes are managed by open systems and AI, the need for dedicated studios, systems, and specialized personnel—traditionally required for in venue broadcasting—is eliminated. This aims to foster a low-cost, versatile video distribution solution deployable at diverse event venues.Moreover, this demonstration is being conducted in line with the government's "Watt-Bit Concept." It will establish a Local 5G-enabled Physical AI-controlled real-time streaming system within a live operational environment for the "KYOJO CUP" final race. This is achieved by linking CPU servers installed at Fuji Speedway with remote GPU servers located at power company substations and sales offices.System configurationThe System's configuration is as follows:Telemetry data and 4K video from telemetry units and in-car cameras installed on 22 participating formula cars will be transferred to CPU servers within Fuji Speedway via the deployed Local 5G network. This data is then stored in "Tsurugi," an ultra-high-speed relational database (RDB). Concurrently, Tsurugi will link with "GeoCLOVER"—a spatiotemporal data platform that holds Fuji Speedway’s 3D circuit data—and call remote GPUs connected via an optical network. From the stored telemetry data, 4K video, and in-venue 3D data, Physical AI will instantly determine "which footage is most exciting." Based on this AI judgment, Tsurugi will issue appropriate instructions to client applications, delivering "the most exciting footage" to users in real-time.Figure: System configurationEach company's role in the System is as follows:- Nautilus Technologies: Overall project management, provision of middleware (Tsurugi), and system architecture oversight.- Nomura Research Institute: Evaluation of industrial potential of advanced technologies, and formulation of strategies for social implementation.- Internet Initiative Japan (IIJ): Local 5G construction, provision of CPU/GPU server environments, and overall infrastructure management within Fuji Speedway.- 1Finity / Fujitsu: Provision, construction, and technical support for APN equipment and optical network interface cards (optical NIC).- Ghelia: AI development and streaming application development.- TEPCO Power Grid: Provision of optical network and Watt-Bit collaboration platform infrastructure.- CHUBU Electric Power Grid: Provision of optical network and Watt-Bit collaboration platform infrastructure.- Mitsubishi Electric: Provision of 3D model creation (GeoCLOVER).- M-TEC: Provision of telemetry units and in-car cameras.Cooperation: KYOJO CUP Organizing Committee, Fuji Speedway Corporation, FSAS Technologies Inc. (provision of GPU servers "PRIMERGY RX2540 M8").About each core technologyAbout Local 5G:Wireless communication for high-speed mobile objects requires precise synchronization with base station signals, seamless handover between base stations, and stable bandwidth allocation. The IIJ Group has been actively conducting Local 5G verification for formula car races, and it is expected that the data communication network built for this project will prove sufficiently practical and useful. Furthermore, the application of Local 5G technology is seeing increasing demand in the OT (Operational Technology) sector of manufacturing sites and as a supplementary communication means for temporary event venues. We aim to expand its deployment across various fields as a solution for building data communication networks independent of conventional mobile phone networks.About APN (All-Photonics Network) and optical NIC:APN enables low-latency transmission of large volumes of data by processing optical signals from sender to receiver without conversion. This demonstration utilizes APN to achieve real-time AI processing and realize the Watt-Bit Concept, a strategic framework that links electricity grids ("watts") and telecommunications("bits") to optimize energy use and computing power. Additionally, 1Finity will introduce optical NICs, currently under development and scheduled for release in October 2026. By using optical NICs, servers located over 100 km apart can be directly connected via optical signals without the need for conventional L2/L3 switches or routers. This achieves further low latency and suppressing performance degradation during long-distance communication through a unique mechanism.About Tsurugi:At the core of the System is "Tsurugi," a Japanese-made ultra-high-speed RDB. Nautilus Technologies is responsible for the support and architectural design of this system. Tsurugi is a Japanese-made open-source next-generation RDB developed with NEDO's support, offering world-class performance while ensuring end-to-end support and manufacturing within Japan. It is also a pioneer in AI integration, including support for MCPs, and features a mechanism to seamlessly utilize remote GPUs from the RDB as user-defined functions (UDFs). This makes it highly compatible with low-latency AI, which is one of its key characteristics.About AI:Ghelia is responsible for the implementation and provision of AI. The ultra-low latency AI scoring deployed in this demonstration is characterized by its ability to synchronize in-car telemetry and video data and instantly calculate the scene's excitement level in real-time. By integrating external knowledge grounding with video linkage, and performing a comprehensive ranking of scenes that resonate with spectators' emotions, this system is positioned as a Physical AI that connects recognition results to decision-making in the physical space. Moving forward, its application will expand to support actions in the physical world, such as race team strategy planning and driver assistance.About GeoCLOVER:GeoCLOVER is a spatiotemporal data platform developed by Mitsubishi Electric that virtually reproduces the entire real world as spatial and temporal data. In this demonstration experiment, it provides 3D spatial data of Fuji Speedway. Based on this data, Physical AI combines in-car video, telemetry, and GPUs to determine race situations in real-time. In the future, it aims to expand its business to a wide range of areas, including factories, infrastructure, and buildings, in collaboration with RDB Tsurugi.About KYOJO CUP:The KYOJO CUP, launched in 2017, is Japan's first and the world's first professional race series exclusively for women. Fierce battles primarily unfold at Fuji Speedway. All participants use identical specification formula cars, ensuring completely equal conditions where victory is determined solely by driving skill and race strategy. In recent years, with increasing international participation, it has become a race attracting significant attention not only from Japan but also globally.Positioning of This StudyTatsunori Endo, Project Manager and Team Leader of the Generative AI Team, AI and Robotics Department, NewEnergy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) comments:“Since fiscal year 2018, NEDO has been implementing the AI Chips and Next-Generation Computing Technologies Development Project for High-Efficiency and High-Speed Processing (the “Project”), with the aim of creating next generation information processing technologies that go beyond extensions of existing technologies.From the outset of the Project, NEDO recognized the increasing power consumption of data centers as a future societal challenge. However, with the emergence and rapid adoption of generative AI, this challenge has grown far beyond our initial expectations. As one of the potential solutions to this issue, NEDO has been advancing the development of low-latency distributed processing technologies through the Project. The relational database (RDB)Tsurugi, which will be utilized in the verification activities of this study, is one of the outcomes of these efforts.Through this study, NEDO will evaluate the effectiveness of low-latency distributed processing technologies, a key next-generation information processing technology, with the goals of addressing societal challenges arising from the accelerating adoption of AI and strengthening Japan’s industrial competitiveness through the deployment of innovative technologies.The planned field trials involve collaboration across multiple industries and sectors. We expect these efforts not only to validate the effectiveness of the technology, but also to contribute to the creation of new next-generation services and business opportunities.”About IIJFounded in 1992, IIJ is one of Japan's leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. IIJ's services include high-quality Internet connectivity services, systems integration, cloud computing services, security services and mobile services. Moreover, IIJ has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan that is connected to the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia. IIJ was listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2022. For more information about IIJ, visit the IIJ Web site at https://www.iij.ad.jp/en/.About 1Finity1Finity, a Fujitsu company, is a global provider of communications networks for our connected world. We uniquely combine technological leadership and expertise in open optical and wireless networking, network automation, and applied AI/ML to design, build, operate, and maintain critical digital communications network infrastructure. Collaborating closely with ecosystem partners, we deliver transformative outcomes for service providers and network operators, and enable them to lower TCO, improve network performance, and increase energy efficiency. For more information, visit www.1Finity.comAbout FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find outmore: https://global.fujitsu/en-globalPress ContactsIIJ Corporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5205-6310 E-Mail: press@iij.ad.jp1Finity Inc.1Finity.press@fujitsu.comFujitsu LimitedInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Osaka, Japan, July 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sharp Energy Solutions Corporation (*1) (hereinafter "SESJ") has completed the acquisition of all shares held by NSN CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING JSC (*2) (hereinafter "NSN") in SHARP NSN ENERGY SOLUTION JSC (hereinafter "SNES"), a joint venture established in Vietnam by SESJ and NSN, as of June 30, 2026. As a result, SNES has become a wholly owned subsidiary of SESJ. In addition, SNES changed its company name to SHARP ENERGY SOLUTION VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED (hereinafter "SESV") on May 28.Since its establishment in March 2020, SESV has been engaged in EPC services (*3) —covering engineering, procurement, and construction of solar power plants—as well as O&M services (*4), including operation and maintenance, within Vietnam.Amid continued growth in demand for renewable energy in Vietnam, the full acquisition is expected to accelerate decision-making and enable more integrated business operations. Centered on SESV, expansion into new business areas will be pursued, including rooftop solar power systems for factories and commercial facilities, as well as solar power plants combined with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).Overview of SHARP ENERGY SOLUTION VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED*1 A subsidiary of Sharp Corporation responsible for energy solutions business, including solar power system sales and electrical construction work (Headquarters: Yao City, Osaka; President and Representative Director: Hirozumi Gokaku).*2 A general construction company engaged in electrical and mechanical works, construction and civil engineering, and design consulting (Headquarters: Hanoi, Socialist Republic of Vietnam; President: Thach Hoang Ngoc).*3 EPC: Engineering, Procurement, and Construction of solar power plants.*4 O&M: Operation and Maintenance of solar power plants.About SharpFor more than 110 years, Sharp Corporation has been developing pioneering, world-first and industry-first products and technologies primarily in electronics. Based on its business creed "Sincerity and Creativity" the company has established its corporate slogan "In step with your future." and aims to create New Cultures through innovative products and services in every aspect of how people live and work.For more information, please visit: https://global.sharp/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, July 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - At Farnborough International Airshow 2026, the Sovereign Effects Partners (SEPs), consisting of MBDA UK, MBDA Italia, Mitsubishi Electric, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries signed a collaboration agreement with the intent to support the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).The new collaboration agreement foresees a new operating model whereby the SEPs collaboratively advance a broad spectrum of joint work with the intent to support Edgewing’s delivery of the core GCAP platform, including providing expert advice and engineering services relating to effects optimisation technologies and the digital integration of effector systems. This will be achieved through cutting-edge technologies and processes to ensure a best-in-class, next generation air combat capability whilst maintaining sovereign capability.The agreement between the SEPs is a clear indication of a collaborative approach operating as one team to support GCAP, working across country borders to ensure next generation complex effector capability can augment the new GCAP platform. The agreement does not include the joint development of effectors, but instead aligns sovereign approaches to effectors and supports the digital integration of effectors for GCAP.The SEPs are solidifying their partnership and are transitioning from national contracting to a sustained international construct and operating model that will enable them to work effectively together as part of a wider enterprise in this next phase and ensure readiness for future phases of the GCAP programme.All of the companies draw on lessons learned from major international collaborations and their national expertise;Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, as the only fighter aircraft manufacturer in Japan, serves as the prime contractor for the development and production of the F-2 fighter, as well as the production of the F-15 fighter. In addition, the company is responsible for the development and production of guided weapons for various platforms used by the Ground, Maritime, and Air Self-Defense Forces. Leveraging the advanced technological capabilities and extensive experience gained through these efforts, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries provides cutting-edge defence systems across a wide range of fields, contributing to national security.MBDA, a world leader in complex weapon systems, has a long history of working collaboratively on major defence programmes. As part of the UK's Team Tempest effort at the start of 2018, and expanding in 2019 as Italy joined the growing programme, the company brings decades of experience in developing and integrating weapon systems for various Combat Air platforms.Mitsubishi Electric is a recognised global leader in defence electronics. The company played a key role in Japan's F-2 programme and has been involved in the development of Japan's F-X next-generation fighter programme. With the UK, Italy and Japan have collaborating on the development of the GCAP fighter aircraft, Mitsubishi Electric is also working with Leonardo and ELT Group on GCAP's integrated sensing and communications.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com