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TOKYO, June 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - INPEX CORPORATION (INPEX), Osaka Gas Co., Ltd. (Osaka Gas), and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) today started operations of a system to facilitate the transfer and management of Clean Gas Certificates, part of a demonstration project being jointly conducted by INPEX and Osaka Gas aimed at developing practical technology for the reduction and effective utilization of CO2 emissions by using one of the world's largest-class methanation systems (hereinafter, the "Nagaoka Methanation Demonstration").(1) This system, which is being developed by Osaka Gas and MHI using the CO2NNEX®(2) digital platform, is the first of its kind in the city gas industry for transfer and management of Clean Gas Certificates to certify the environmental value(3) of e-methane.The Nagaoka Methanation Demonstration is a project to produce e-methane from hydrogen (H2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) recovered from the Koshijihara Plant at the INPEX JAPAN Nagaoka Field Office (Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture), for planned delivery to customers through INPEX JAPAN's natural gas pipeline. The e-methane produced at the clean gas production facility, which was certified in January 2026, received clean gas equivalent amount certification on May 29.(4)Going forward, to build a model for local production and local consumption envisioned as part of the Nagaoka Methanation Demonstration, the partners will convert the environmental value of e-methane into Clean Gas Certificates, and together with Nagaoka City, as well as commercial firms Asahi-Shuzo Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. and Iwatsuka Confectionery Co., Ltd., which are located near the demonstration test facility, will work to transfer and manage clean gas certificates using CO2NNEX. (Fig.1)Fig. 1: Envisioned Initiatives using CO2NNEXIn addition to providing data, such as the amount of e-methane, the raw material used in its production (CO2 and H2), and the volume of CO2 emissions across the lifecycle, CO2NNEX enables visualization and central management for the acquisition and use of Clean Gas Certificates, allowing for more advanced progress management for the entire demonstration project. (Fig. 2, integrating and managing the input data on the left and the output data on the right using CO2NNEX)Fig. 2: Progress management for the entire demonstration project (System screen image)Going forward, Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) plans to conduct a system demonstration project for Environmental Value Certificates for next-generation fuels, including liquid fuels (e-gasoline, SAF) and gaseous fuels (e-methane, biogas).(5) Operations of CO2NNEX in the Nagaoka Methanation Demonstration aim to provide a precedent for the establishment of the certificate system in the future, in the expectation that the experience gained and knowledge obtained will be useful in the consideration of the certificate system.Through this initiative, INPEX, Osaka Gas, and MHI will contribute to the practical application of e-methane and the realization of a carbon-neutral society.(1) Nagaoka Methanation Demonstration: Project entitled "Development of CO2 utilization technology for gaseous fuel and Development of practical technology for pipeline injection using large-scale CO2-methanation system", subsidized by Japan's New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). Injection of produced e-methane into natural gas pipelines began on February 20, 2026. The test facility was certified as a clean gas production facility under the Clean Gas Certificate System on January 27, 2026.For details, see the following press release:"INPEX, Osaka Gas Commence Demonstration Operations at World's Largest-Class Methanation Test Facility" (February 24, 2026)https://www.inpex.com/english/news/upload/20260224.pdfhttps://www.osakagas.co.jp/en/whatsnew/__icsFiles/afieldfile/2026/02/24/260224_2_1.pdf(2) CO2NNEX is a digital platform developed by MHI for visualization and management of the CO2 supply chain. Osaka Gas and MHI are jointly working to implement e-methane attribute data management and Clean Gas Certificate transfer and management functions through CO2NNEX. The implementation of this system is the second example, following Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, JapanFor details, see the following press release:"CO2NNEX® Digital Platform for Transfer and Management of e-Methane Clean Gas Certificates to Be Utilized in Nagaoka Methanation Demonstration" (September 11, 2025)https://www.inpex.com/english/news/upload/20250911.pdfhttps://www.osakagas.co.jp/en/whatsnew/__icsFiles/afieldfile/2025/09/10/250911_1.pdfhttps://www.mhi.com/news/25091101.html(3) Environmental value: Since CO2 emitted into the atmosphere (or CO2 in the atmosphere) is captured and carbon recycled as raw material for e-methane, even when e-methane is used (burned), the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere does not increase in real terms, so CO2 emissions are effectively zero.(4) Clean gas production facilities, clean gas equivalent: Under the clean gas certificate system, managed in part by the Japan Gas Association (JGA), e-methane and biogas, which carry environmental value (considered not to increase atmospheric CO2 even when burned), are certified as clean gas and issued Clean Gas Certificates through a process that involves certification of the clean gas production facility, and certification of the equivalent amount of clean gas produced at the certified facility. For details, see the Clean Gas Certificate Evaluation Committee website (Japanese): https://www.clean-gas-certificate.com/(5) Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) plans to conduct a demonstration project for the phased launch of a clean fuel certificate system, including gaseous fuels such as synthetic methane (FY2026).For details, see the following document (Japanese):14th Public-Private Council for the Promotion of Methanation (June 18, 2025)Document 3:"Current Situation Surrounding Synthetic Methane (e-Methane) and Other Materialshttps://www.meti.go.jp/shingikai/energy_environment/methanation_suishin/pdf/014_03_00.pdfAbout INPEXINPEX Group, in its INPEX Vision 2035 released in February 2025, announced its aim to execute a responsible energy transition focused on ensuring stable supply of lower-carbon energy in a sustainable manner, promoting lower-carbon solutions by leveraging its capabilities and technical expertise. In particular, along with reductions in GHG emissions by integrating CCS into its natural gas/LNG projects, INPEX will provide GHG reduction solutions to third parties.About Osaka GasDaigas Group, based on its Energy Transition 2050 released in February 2025, will work to develop technologies and services that contribute to a carbon-neutral society, actively address climate change and other social challenges, and aim to be a corporate group that contributes to the further advancement of everyday life and business.About MHIMHI Group is actively involved in programs targeting the realization of a carbon neutral society. Building a CO2 ecosystem is central to its energy transition initiatives. As a global leader in CCUS, the company aims to accelerate this ecosystem development by seeking widespread adoption of related hardware as well as the CO2NNEX digital platform.For more information, see the CO2NNEX website."CO2NNEX" is a registered trademark of MHI in Japan and other countries.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

Kawasaki and Tokyo, Japan, June 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Daiichi Life Group, Inc. today announced that they conduct joint research from April 2026 to March 2027 to advance asset management operations through the application of quantum technology in the insurance sector.This joint research will leverage the expertise of Daiichi Life Insurance Co., Ltd., a leading institutional investor in Japan managing approximately 30 trillion yen in assets, by addressing practical challenges in its asset management operations. Both companies will jointly design and develop quantum algorithms to optimize asset allocation across multiple asset classes, such as stocks, bonds, and alternative assets, considering risk-return balance and liability characteristics. They will also conduct performance verification using quantum computer simulators [1] (quantum simulators) and quantum computers.When making asset allocation decisions, it is necessary to simultaneously consider complex factors such as the balance between risk and return, liability characteristics, regulatory requirements, and investment constraints for each asset class. The two companies aim to conduct more comprehensive and efficient evaluations that take these factors into account under a wide range of economic scenarios, with the goal of researching and analyzing optimal asset allocation strategies.BackgroundIn recent years, advanced technologies such as AI and quantum technology have the potential to bring about transformation in various sectors of society. Particularly in the financial industry, these technologies are expected to enable more sophisticated risk analysis, improved customer experience, and enhanced operational efficiency, which were not achievable with conventional computers.Convinced that quantum computers are a key technology that will bring about revolutionary changes in society and business, Fujitsu is actively engaged in the research and development of quantum technology and is promoting its social implementation through joint verification with companies across various industries, with a view to practical application.Daiichi Life Group is working to enhance its cross-group IT and digital capabilities, aiming to leverage rapidly advancing cutting-edge technologies as a driving force for business growth as it strives to become an “global top-tier insurance group” and a “leader shaping the future of Japanese insurance industry.” Furthermore, Daiichi Life Insurance manages approximately 30 trillion yen in assets. If portfolio returns were to improve by even +1 basis point (1/10,000) through optimization, this would result in a return improvement of +3 billion yen (30 trillion yen × 1 basis point).Against this backdrop, the two companies have entered into a joint research partnership to accelerate the societal implementation of quantum technology in the insurance sector.Overview of the Joint Research1. Period:April 2026 to the end of March 2027 (planned)2. Verification Details:Both companies will develop technology for optimizing asset allocation patterns using quantum algorithms. By evaluating performance while varying constraints and simulation scenarios using quantum simulators and quantum computers, they will conduct pioneering verification of the effectiveness of asset allocation in asset management operations when utilizing future large-scale, high-performance quantum computers.3. Roles of Both CompaniesFujitsu: Provide expertise and technology related to quantum algorithms, and offer quantum computing environments such as large-scale quantum simulators consisting of 1,024 nodes and quantum computers.Daiichi Life Group:Designs research themes, defines evaluation metrics, and provides asset management data, business workflows, and on-site challenges (through Daiichi Life Insurance's practical operations).Future PlansThe two companies will explore the development of quantum technologies that can be widely applied not only to asset management but also to the insurance sector in the future. Anticipating progress in the practical application of quantum computers, they aim to rapidly deploy these technologies in business once large-scale quantum computers become a reality by conducting practical verification from an early stage. Furthermore, they will contribute to academic advancement and global technological progress by widely disseminating the insights gained through this joint research via academic papers and other publications.[1] Quantum computer simulator:A 40-qubit state-vector quantum computer simulator comprising 1,024 "FX700" supercomputers equipped with "A64FX" processors.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.fujitsuAbout Daiichi Life GroupDaiichi Life Group has built trust with stakeholders since its founding in 1902 as Japan’s first mutual life insurance company, while pursuing key transformations such as its demutualization in 2010 and transition to a holding company structure in 2016. In response to a rapidly changing environment, it defined its Purpose in 2024: “Partnering with you to build a brighter and more secure future,” and aims to deliver broader value beyond traditional life insurance as an insurance and related services provider. In April 2026, the Group changed its corporate name to Daiichi Life Group, Inc. and renewed its global brand as “Daiichi Life.” Looking ahead, it strives to become a global top-tier insurance group and a leader shaping the future of Japanese insurance industry by fiscal 2030. Find out more: Daiichi Life Group, Inc.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Suzuka City, Japan, June 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda will launch the SMILE RIDER PROJECT, a new initiative with Sanrio Co., Ltd. (Sanrio) aimed at communicating the appeal of motorcycles, motorsports, and the importance of road safety to people of all ages.Honda and Sanrio have previously collaborated on motorcycles and parts featuring Sanrio characters. Building on those efforts, the two companies are launching a joint project under the concept of “Making Children and Adults Smile.” By combining the strengths of both companies, the project will work to expand interest in motorcycles and motorsports among younger generations.In addition, Honda promotes its global safety slogan, “Safety for Everyone”*1, with the goal of realizing a society free from traffic collisions for all road users. Through this project, Honda will continue road safety education activities not only for riders and drivers, but also for elementary school students who will become future participants in traffic society. As one of the project's key activities, SANRIO CHARACTERS × Honda Kumamoto Racing will participate in the 2026 FIM*2 Endurance World Championship “Coca-Cola” Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race 47th Edition (Suzuka 8 Hours), to be held at Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture on Sunday, July 5.For this collaboration, the Honda Ryokuyokai Kumamoto Racing comprised of employees from Kumamoto Factory - Honda’s domestic motorcycle manufacturing base-will be supporting the project. This is to mark the factory’s 50th anniversary since beginning of its operation in 1976 as well as in recognition of the CBR1000RR-R FIREBLADE Suzuka 8 Hours racing model which is developed and manufactured in Kumamoto, Japan.The racing bike will feature special livery inspired by Sanrio’s popular character Kuromi. In addition, Hello Kitty, Kuromi, and Pompompurin will appear on helmets, racing suits, team wear, and inside the pit area, bringing colorful Sanrio character themes to the circuit.Through these activities, Honda aims to attract new audiences to motorcycles and motorsports.*1 A vision of creating a society free from traffic collisions where everyone who uses the road can travel safely, whether driving, riding, cycling, or walking.*2 FIM: Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (International Motorcycling Federation).To offer more fans the opportunity to experience the excitement and atmosphere of the Suzuka 8 Hours firsthand, the companies will offer 150 SMILE RIDER PROJECT Supporter Seats. The package includes reserved V2 grandstand seating overlooking Suzuka Circuit’s home straight, providing excellent views of the race start, finish, and pit works, along with exclusive supporter items including a commemorative baseball jersey and support flag created for the project.Tickets will go on sale through Mobility Station, Suzuka Circuit’s official online ticketing service, at 11:00 on June 8 (JST)In addition, the “16–23 ZERO Yen Pass“ for visitors aged 16 to 23 will also offer a SMILE RIDER PROJECT support flag.*3 Through this initiative, more fans will have the opportunity to support SANRIO CHARACTERS × Honda Kumamoto Racing and experience the excitement of motorcycle racing firsthand at Suzuka Circuit.At the Honda RACING Gallery inside Suzuka Circuit Park, visitors can also enjoy a special exhibition featuring past Honda vehicles created in collaboration with Sanrio characters, character greeting events, and limited-edition collaboration merchandise. The exhibition is designed to be enjoyed not only by racing fans, but also by Sanrio character fans.*3 Support flags are available in limited quantities and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.For more information about SANRIO CHARACTERS × Honda Kumamoto Racing, please visit: URL https://global.honda/en/motorcycle/SmileRiderProject/For details about the SMILE RIDER PROJECT support seats, please refer to the Suzuka Circuit official website. URL https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/8tai/ticket/fan-seat/ (Japanese)Another key objective of the project is to promote road safety awareness among elementary school students.Since 1970, Honda has actively conducted road safety education activities through its Traffic Safety Planning Department, targeting not only drivers and riders but also children, senior citizens, and all members of traffic society.Statistics show that seven-year-old children account for the highest number of pedestrian traffic casualties by age group*4. In response, Honda will work with the City of Suzuka, including its Board of Education and Traffic Security Division, to distribute Road Safety T-shirts featuring Sanrio characters and road safety messages to approximately 1,400 first-grade students across 28 elementary schools in Suzuka City.A presentation ceremony for the T-shirts is scheduled to take place at a Suzuka elementary school on June 24.Suzuka City will also hold road safety class at elementary school in Suzuka City using educational materials developed by Honda, including Ayatorii*5 Hiyoko and the Digital traffic Safety Karuta, providing opportunities for children to learn about traffic safety and develop greater awareness.Through these initiatives, the project aims to help create the kind of traffic society envisioned by the SMILE RIDER PROJECT—one where children and adults alike can smile.*4 Source: Institute for Traffic Accident Research and Data Analysis (ITARDA), 2015.*5 Ayatorii is derived from the Japanese phrase meaning “explaining safety simply to help people understand.” Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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Toyota City, Japan, June 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - GAZOO Racing (GR) held the world premiere today of the GRMN Corolla―the ultimate GR Corolla, engineered to deliver a confident, full-throttle experience on Germany's Nürburgring racetrack, the starting point for both GR, which is committed to building ever-better motorsports-bred cars, and Toyota Master Driver Morizo. The GRMN Corolla represents a comprehensive honing of the GR Corolla ignited by Morizo's strong desire to "bring back a Corolla that captivates our customers".The GRMN Corolla is to be available in limited quantities, primarily in Japan, North America, and Australia. In Japan, plans are to accept sales negotiations requests via the "GR app" smartphone app from around autumn 2026, with sales scheduled to begin in 2027. The new model is now on display at the Fuji Motorsports Forest Welcome Center until June 28.*1GRMN Corolla (prototype in Black Gravite)The GRMN Corolla, as the ultimate GR Corolla, enables a high level of car-driver unity even when pushing the limits.Its increased engine torque aims to unleash greater untamed energy.It features exclusively designed aerodynamic performance parts and a suspension honed through competing in the Super Taikyu Series and testing at the Nürburgring.Its 4WD control was optimized through repeated testing at the Nürburgring.The cockpit is equipped with a custom-designed driver's seat and a brush-metal instrument panel and has been evolved for enabling the driver to focus more fully on driving.In addition to the 2-seater GRMN Corolla, a 5-seater MORIZO RR version equipped with the GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission is currently being developed.Aiming for a car that can attack the Nürburgring at full throttleSpurred by the stance of Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda, a.k.a. Morizo, of: "If it's going to bear the GRMN name, it needs to be a car that can duly handle the Nürburgring", the development team honed the GRMN Corolla on what is said to be the world's most grueling race course. Going all out on the Nürburgring, which provides road inputs and surface variations not found on regular test courses, highlights a car's weaknesses. Developing the GRMN Corolla at the Nürburgring enabled crafting a car that can be controlled at will at all speeds, even on rough surfaces.In addition to development through track testing at the Nürburgring, the GRMN Corolla also went through its paces in Japan's Super Taikyu Series. It was also methodically validated using advanced driving simulators. But it was driving it at the Nürburgring that brought unexpected challenges to the fore. The development team overcame those challenges one by one in pursuit of achieving a high level of car-driver unity, enabling the car and driver to remain in constant, effective communication even when pushing the limits.GR has applied the insights gained from GRMN Corolla development to the evolution of the base GR Corolla. For the 2026 GR Corolla, announced in September 2025 and launched in November of that year, the application of structural adhesive was extended by 13.9 meters to 32.7 meters to reinforce the body structure, and an added cool-air duct reduces the rise in intake air temperature during high-load driving. Both were the result of applying lessons learned at the Nürburgring.GRMN Corolla main featuresAerodynamic performance: Super Taikyu Series-tested and Nürburgring-honedIn Super Taikyu Series and similar races and at the Nürburgring, cars constantly travel at high speeds and experience high g-forces. Maximizing vehicle performance under these conditions crucially requires that all four wheels maintain firm contact with the road. The GRMN Corolla features exclusively developed aerodynamic performance parts for enhanced road holding. Its hood duct, fender ducts, front side spoilers, and rear wing incorporate know-how gained from racing, tested on the hydrogen engine-powered GR Corolla that competes in the Super Taikyu Series. Based on all-inclusive Super Taikyu Series trial and error, fine-tuning came at the Nürburgring. This effort included adjusting the rear wing angle, which features a five-step adjustment mechanism, in 1-degree increments during driving tests with professional drivers to verify effectiveness and determine the optimal specification.Exclusive suspension fine-tuned through extensive Nürburgring testingThe GRMN Corolla's suspension employs exclusive front and rear monotube shock absorbers with rebound springs for improved inner-wheel traction during cornering and for enhanced high-speed cornering performance.The Nürburgring road surface includes environments that induce significant vertical suspension travel beyond that experienced on typical circuits. To ensure high stability for confident driving even in such conditions, extensive Nürburgring test runs facilitated optimization of bump-stop characteristics. The exclusive shock absorbers were developed by adjusting their stroke down to a millimeter at the front and rear for optimal balance. Furthermore, for enhanced cornering stability and braking performance, the GRMN Corolla sports 245/40ZR18 "Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2" high-grip tires, which are 10 mm wider than those on the base vehicle.The control program of the GRMN Corolla's EPS (electric power steering) has been modified from that on the base vehicle to generate the required amount of assistance torque even during cornering under high g-forces. The exclusively tuned 4WD control system provides optimal rear torque distribution during straight-line driving and enhanced stability at the onset of steering input at extremely high speeds.Internal combustion engine evolution via the hydrogen engine-powered CorollaGR has been gaining valuable lessons for the evolution of the internal combustion engine by competing in the Super Taikyu Series with a hydrogen engine-powered GR Corolla, as extended, high-load endurance racing helps heighten not only the potential of hydrogen technology but also that of fundamental internal combustion engine components. Applying insights gained from competing in the Super Taikyu Series has enabled the GRMN Corolla to achieve a maximum engine torque of 415 Nm*2, 15 Nm greater than that of the base vehicle. The development team optimized the GRMN Corolla's engine characteristics by analyzing the range of engine use during circuit driving, focusing on increasing torque in the 3,600-4,800 rpm mid-speed range, which is crucial for accelerating out of corners. To maintain stable, high engine output even during continuous full-throttle driving, the GRMN Corolla comes with an intercooler spray system, in addition to the cool-air duct added to the 2026 GR Corolla.Also, in pursuit of an even higher level of performance and an "untamed energy that captivates customers", the GRMN Corolla has no rear seats as part of an effort to achieve thorough weight reduction. The power-to-weight ratio has been improved by reducing weight by 30 kilograms compared to the base vehicle*3, providing customers with an unparalleled driving experience.A cockpit designed to unlock an even higher level of performanceThe GRMN Corolla boasts not only exclusively tuned driving performance but also a specially designed cockpit featuring a driver's seat and an instrument panel meticulously crafted to enable customers to unlock the value of genuine driving performance. The custom-designed full bucket driver's seat*4 was based on the driving position in Super Taikyu Series race cars to achieve holding performance capable of withstanding higher lateral g-forces. The carefully adjusted seat length facilitates clutch operation, and the seat's glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) construction helps reduce weight. In addition to safety being first and foremost, the aim was to create a driver's seat that enhances car-driver unity while considering everyday ease of ingress and egress. Development involved installing the seat in a car competing in the Super Taikyu Series and incorporating feedback from various professional drivers, including that from evaluations conducted while wearing a helmet.The cockpit's design and meticulously considered color scheme create a space that enables the driver to focus more fully on driving and features an exclusive flocked instrument panel and flocked front pillars. Carbon-fiber ornamentation―developed and manufactured by the Carbon Section at Toyota Motor Corporation's Motomachi Plant―adorns the instrument panel on the passenger side. Other special items include instrument panel padding bearing Morizo's signature, door trim and shift knob accented in Alumite Red, and a GRMN-exclusive serial number plate. GR Corolla MORIZO RR (concept model)Currently under development is the GR Corolla MORIZO RR, an ultimate 5-seater model of the GR Corolla equipped with the GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission, for which the unveiling and launch dates have yet to be determined. The GR Corolla MORIZO RR is now on display as a concept model alongside the GRMN Corolla at the Fuji Motorsports Forest Welcome Center until June 28.*1*1 Please check the Fuji Motorsports Forest website (https://en.fujimotorsportsforest.jp/) for information on closed days and public opening hours during the exhibition period.*2 415 Nm is the maximum engine torque for the Japan-specification model*3 Maximum engine torque and vehicle weight vary by market.*4 Only in Japan and Australia; semi-bucket seats in North AmericaToyota 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, June 4, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Nippon Foundation, in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, officially opened the Island States Ocean Summit on June 3, 2026 at Hotel New Otani Tokyo. His Majesty the Emperor attended the Opening Ceremony and delivered remarks. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi also attended the Opening Ceremony and delivered an address, underscoring the Government of Japan’s strong support for the Summit and its outcomes. Approximately 300 participants, including heads of state, ministers, senior officials, and experts from 35 countries across the Pacific, Caribbean, and Indian Ocean regions, are taking part in the Summit.Building on discussions held throughout the two-day Summit, The Nippon Foundation will announce a new action plan to strengthen support for island states on the evening of June 4.Remarks by His Majesty the EmperorAt the Opening Ceremony, His Majesty the Emperor delivered remarks. The full text of His Majesty’s remarks is attached as Annex 1.Opening Ceremony HighlightsRepresenting the host organization, Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon Foundation, delivered the opening address.Mr. Sasakawa stated:“Today, island states face serious threats, including sea-level rise and extreme weather events caused by climate change. These challenges can no longer be solved by any one country or institution alone. Through this Summit, we must bring together our wisdom and determination to inspire global solidarity and action.”He reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to further strengthening its support for island states through the outcomes of the Summit.His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of Norway emphasized the importance of Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management, stating:“At the same time, the ocean is not only a victim of climate change. It is a solution, continuing to offer opportunities that can bring benefits to nature and people in island states. Sustainable ocean planning and management can create frameworks for attracting investment in green ocean industries.”He highlighted the importance of strengthening climate resilience in island states while advancing sustainable ocean economies through science-based ocean management.Speaking on behalf of island states and serving as Summit Co-Chair, H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau and Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), stated:“The ocean is not a backdrop to our lives. It is our economy. Our food security. Our culture. Our very sovereignty. And it is changing faster than our communities can adapt. As AOSIS Chair, I speak for nations that together contribute less than one percent of global emissions, yet we face the most severe impacts of global warming. International climate and ocean governance is not delivering for the most vulnerable. We need action that matches the urgency.”Keynote Addresses and Group PhotoFollowing the Opening Ceremony, keynote addresses were delivered in the presence of His Majesty the Emperor and Crown Prince Haakon of Norway.H.E. Mr Peter Thomson, United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean, and Mr. Vidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, stressed that there can be no healthy planet without a healthy ocean and highlighted the importance of island states advancing Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM).The Summit will continue on June 4, focusing on practical measures and support mechanisms that enable island states to achieve both conservation and sustainable use of their ocean resources.A Co-Chairs’ Summary will be released on the evening of June 4. Building on that Summary, the Nippon Foundation will announce a new ten-year action plan to strengthen support for island states.About the Island States Ocean SummitIsland States, especially Small Island Developing States (SIDS), are widely recognized as being among the states most affected by the impacts of climate change and face an urgent need to strengthen their resilience in response to unprecedented environmental changes.The Island States Ocean Summit is the first international summit dedicated specifically to oceans and island states and aims to explore pathways that support the long-term resilience and self-reliance of SIDS. In collaboration with leaders from government, academia, industry, and the ocean community, the Summit promotes the development of new action plans that support the conservation of marine environments while enabling the sustainable use of ocean resources.The Summit discussions are co-chaired by H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau and Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS), Mr. Vidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, and Mr. Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon Foundation.The outcomes of the Summit will contribute to future international discussions on biodiversity, climate change, and ocean governance, including COP17 of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), COP31 of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the BBNJ process, and the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference through the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO.About Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM)Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM) is a comprehensive, strategic and future-oriented framework designed to guide decision-making about the overall sustainable use and conservation of a nation’s entire ocean resources. It is a whole-of-society, whole-of-government approach that serves as a unifying umbrella framework for ocean-related governance at all scales.By developing integrated plans for fisheries, tourism, renewable energy, and other oceanbased industries, SOPM helps countries strengthen climate resilience while ensuring the longterm sustainability of marine ecosystems and coastal communities.The Island States Ocean Summit supports island states in accelerating the adoption and implementation of SOPM and strengthening their capacity to balance ocean conservation, sustainable economic development, and climate resilience.About The Nippon Foundation https://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/ Together, for pain and hope. Together, for the future. Established in 1962, The Nippon Foundation is Japan’s largest philanthropic foundation. The Foundation supports a broad range of initiatives including humanitarian assistance, disability inclusion, child welfare, disaster response, and ocean conservation.Media ContactIsland States Ocean Summit Press Desk (within Kyodo PR)Email: isos-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Annex 1: Remarks by His Majesty the EmperorYour Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of the Kingdom of Norway, Prime Minister Takaichi,Your Excellencies, Dr. Yohei Sasakawa, Distinguished Guests and Participants,It gives me great pleasure to be here today to attend the opening of the Island States Ocean Summit together with all of you. Japan, as an island nation, has from ancient times reaped the rich blessings of the ocean. As we witness rising sea levels due to global warming and a series of disasters caused by extreme weather around the world, I am deeply reminded of the importance of maintaining the delicate balance on Earth through the grand water cycle, where water is brought in from the sea and returns to the sea.I myself have for many years been interested in water issues, including safe drinking water, sanitation, water transport, climate change and water-related natural disasters, which are deeply intertwined with national and global challenges. I have always hoped that discussions on these issues would be deepened further around the world.It is my understanding that the purpose of this summit is to promote, through collaboration between private organizations, governments, and international organizations, national-level plans in island nations that aim to achieve both marine environment conservation and sustainable use of marine resources. I would like to express my sincere respect to all of you gathered here and to the participating nations, as you cooperate in sharing your collective wisdom and experience, and, by building upon the latest science while at the same time preserving traditions, endeavor to address global issues through international cooperation.To be mindful of the ocean and to work for its sound future is, in essence, nothing less than to safeguard our own future. As we face in our times many challenges, including rising sea levels, it is my earnest hope that a sense of solidarity among us will bring harmony and hope to the world. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you all.Press Release: http://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/2026604.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Hiroshima and Tokyo, Japan, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) and Nippon Express Co., Ltd., a group company of NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC., have launched a demonstration trial using biodiesel fuel (HVO*1) for finished vehicle transport trailers, starting in May 2026.Mazda is aiming to achieve carbon neutrality (CN) across its entire supply chain by 2050, while the NX Group is working toward the realization of a carbon-neutral society by 2050 and contributing to environmental conservation. Through this demonstration trial, the two companies seek to explore the potential contribution to decarbonization in the logistics for finished vehicles and parts, while also promoting the social implementation of alternative fuels.This demonstration trial is conducted between Hofu’s Nishinoura district plant and Nakanoseki finished vehicle yard (approximately 12 km round trip) through the end of fiscal year 2026. It will evaluate fuel efficiency, performance, and operational challenges, while accumulating insights for future expansion. The biodiesel fuel will be procured by NX Shoji Co., Ltd., and the two trailers used in the demonstration trial will be operated under conditions equivalent to those of conventional diesel fuel, including maintenance and inspection practices, with the cooperation of Isuzu Motors Limited.Going forward, in addition to logistics companies and vehicle manufacturers, Mazda will collaborate with fuel suppliers and regionally rooted businesses to expand demand, enhance supply systems and infrastructure, and build a sustainable environment for the long-term use of HVO.Biodiesel Fuel Demonstration TrialKazuhiko Sumi, Director, Corporate Leadership Executive Officer and Chief Supply Chain Officer(CSCO,) Mazda Motor Corporation, commented: “We consider it highly meaningful to work together with Nippon Express Co., Ltd. on this demonstration using HVO. By steadily accumulating insights on fuel efficiency, performance, and operational aspects through real-world operations, and by collaborating with regional partners, we will further promote the practical application and expansion of this initiative.Osamu Sasaki, Executive Officer, Head of Mobility Business Sales Division, Nippon Express Co., Ltd. commented: We are honored to participate as a logistics partner in Mazda’s carbon neutrality initiative and to engage in this HVO-based demonstration. Leveraging our expertise in finished vehicle logistics, we will carefully evaluate the impact of fuel switching on transport quality and operations, and contribute to the realization of sustainable logistics and decarbonization of the entire supply chain.Building on this demonstration trial, the two companies will expand the circle of like-minded partners and advance decarbonization across the supply chain.[Reference]Related News Releases* Mazda Updates Roadmap for Achieving Carbon Neutralityhttps://newsroom.mazda.com/en/publicity/release/2025/202509/250930a.htmlRelated InformationMAZDA Corporate Website:* TCFD | ENVIRONMENT | SUSTAINABILITY | MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL WEBSITEhttps://www.mazda.com/en/sustainability/environment/tcfd/* CLIMATE CHANGE (ENDEAVORING TOWARD CARBON NEUTRALITY BY 2050) | ENVIRONMENT | SUSTAINABILITY | MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL WEBSITEhttps://www.mazda.com/en/sustainability/environment/climate-change/MAZDA MIRAI BASE:* ARTICLES | MAZDA MIRAI BASE | MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL WEBSITEhttps://www.mazda.com/en/mazda-mirai-base/articles/list/*1 In this demonstration trial, the fuel used consists of a blend of approximately 51% HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil, renewable diesel fuel derived from waste cooking oil and vegetable oils.) Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) today announced that it has been named a winner at the Newsweek AI Impact Awards 2026 (*1). NEC was recognized for its Management Dashboard initiative targeted at accelerating decision-making with AI in the category of AI Workplace: Best Outcomes, Leadership and Succession Planning. Winners were chosen by a panel of expert judges based on their ability to clearly demonstrate how they have utilized AI technology to address critical business challenges across different industry segments or to significantly improve their technical capabilities.NEC provides customers and society with hands-on experience by first implementing its cutting-edge technologies internally under its "Client Zero" strategy.Award Details(1) CategoryAI Workplace: Best Outcomes, Leadership and Succession Planning(2) TitleManagement Dashboard: Accelerating Decision-Making with AI(3) OverviewTo further elevate the caliber of its business operations and management, NEC promotes a data-driven work style throughout the company. As part of these efforts, NEC has not only standardized processes and data company-wide but also visualized approximately 100 categories of management information across 10 management areas, including finance, HR, and IT, on its management dashboards. This has enabled all employees, from executives to general staff, to access the same data, encouraging engagement in analysis, operational decisions, decision-making, and other actions.These management dashboards use dotData, an AI-powered data analytics platform, to visualize actual results and display performance forecasts. As a result, users can take swift action based on foresight.(4) Reference URLhttps://wisdom.nec.com/ja/feature/dxmanagement/2025100101/index.html (available in Japanese only)NEC’s AIMany companies choose to partner with NEC due to its end-to-end capabilities, which enable it to deliver one-stop support services, including everything from consulting to operational services, as well as its world-class technical expertise and the ability to offer assistance for AI specialist training. In this way, NEC provides extensive and specialized support to help its customers effectively harness the power of AI. Going forward, NEC will continue researching and developing safe, secure and responsible AI to ensure the success of transformation efforts and help customers overcome their business challenges. Reference URL: https://group.nec/jp/en/solutions/ai/dotData, the AI-powered data analytics platform used for this initiativedotData is an AI-powered data analytics platform (*2) that automates the entire data science process and provides a one-stop solution for AI development, from extracting features from business data to building predictive models using machine learning. With automated feature engineering and machine learning automation (AutoML), this platform eliminates the need for AI expertise and coding. As the exclusive distributor of dotData in the Japanese market, NEC has built a strong track record of successfully implementing this platform at various companies (*3).A service created based on knowledge acquired through this initiativeThe Management Strategy Support Cockpit, a service launched in Japan in April 2026, primarily supports department heads and executives in using data to optimize the decision-making process (*4).Note: Although the performance forecast feature is not available at this time, please contact NEC regarding individual consultations.NEC offers end-to-end digital transformation (DX) services, from strategy and concept consulting to implementation-focused offerings, based on the three pillars of business models, technology, and organization/talent. Additionally, in its shift from a traditional systems integrator to a "Value Driver," NEC restructured its value creation model under the name "NEC BluStellar" (*5), which leverages NEC's cutting-edge technologies, developed and refined through years of experience and proven cross-industry expertise, aiming to transform business models, address social challenges, resolve management issues faced by customers, and lead them into a brighter future.(*1) https://events.newsweek.com/aiimpact-us-2026(*2) An AI-powered analytics platform offered by dotData, Inc. (Headquarters: California,USA; CEO: Ryohei Fujimaki), a company founded in Silicon Valley, California, in 2018 as a carve out from NEC, taking with it technology developed by NEC. https://www.nec.com/en/global/solutions/dotdata/(*3) https://jpn.nec.com/solution/dotdata/analysis_platform/index.html (available in Japanese only)(*4) https://jpn.nec.com/press/202603/20260319_01.html (available in Japanese only)(*5) "NEC BluStellar" is a value creation model that leads customers into a brighter future by realizing business model innovation and solving social issues and customer management issues. This is accomplished through advanced cross-industry knowledge backed by proven results and NEC's cutting-edge technology honed through years of development and operation. https://group.nec/jp/en/solutions/nec-blustellar/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

Daisuke Okanohara, Co-Founder and CEO of PFN and Eisaku Ito, President and CEO of MHITOKYO, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Preferred Networks, Inc. (PFN) have entered into a business alliance agreement to jointly develop cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance the intelligence and autonomy of mission-critical machinery and systems, primarily in the social infrastructure and national security sectors in Japan.In today's social infrastructure and national security fields, which underpin safe and secure living, there is an increasing demand for rapid responses to complex and constantly evolving challenges. To maintain and improve the safety and resilience of machinery and systems operated by customers in these mission-critical domains, it is essential to implement advanced AI technologies that enable autonomous, sophisticated situational assessment and response capabilities.MHI has long been a leader in Japan's social infrastructure as well as the aerospace, defense, and space sectors. The company possesses advanced hardware design and system integration expertise, along with extensive product knowledge cultivated through its global business foundation. MHI has also accumulated comprehensive capabilities in machinery and system design, development, control, and simulation technologies. Under its management policy, "Innovative Total Optimization (ITO)," MHI is committed to "Group-Wide Optimization" and "Reach Expansion," delivering unprecedented value to a vastly larger customer base through corporate collaboration and IT utilization.PFN has delivered vertically integrated expertise across the AI value chain, spanning advanced AI models, supercomputing infrastructure, proprietary AI chips, as well as products and solutions. Since its founding in 2014, PFN has built a proven track record of real-world deployments for its clients and partners across a diverse range of industries.MHI and PFN formed this alliance to establish a long-term collaborative framework that unites their respective strengths. Both companies recognize that this synergy is essential to rapidly deploy complex innovations in mission-critical intelligence and autonomy, ultimately maintaining and advancing a safe, secure society.Through this alliance, the two companies will explore the joint development of autonomous AI-powered machinery and systems for mission-critical applications that demand high reliability and rapid responsiveness. This initiative will combine MHI's advanced hardware, control, and simulation technologies with PFN's homegrown AI foundation models, AI chips, and computing infrastructure. By embedding these AI technologies into MHI's product and systems portfolio, the alliance aims to drive intelligent and autonomous operations, advanced predictive maintenance, and rapid crisis management. Through this collaboration, the companies seek to provide a resilient, secure, and safe social infrastructure that protects society and clients' businesses from unforeseen risks.Based on the progress of this business alliance, the companies aim to conclude a capital and business alliance agreement within fiscal 2026. By establishing a stronger cooperative foundation, including capital ties, the two companies intend to accelerate mid- to long-term R&D investments and commercialization efforts.Going forward, both companies will continue to maximize their respective strengths and contribute to building sustainable, secure, and safe social infrastructure through innovation driven by AI technologies.About Mitsubishi Heavy Industries 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.About Preferred NetworksGuided by its mission to "Make the real world computable and create the future together," Preferred Networks, Inc. (PFN) develops advanced software and hardware technologies through a vertically integrated approach spanning the entire AI value chain—from AI chips and computing infrastructure to generative AI foundation models and solutions across a wide range of industries. Founded in 2014 in Tokyo, PFN currently develops and delivers the MN-Core™ series of AI processors, the PFCP™ cloud platform for AI computing, and the Japan-developed generative AI foundation model PLaMo™.https://www.preferred.jp/en/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. 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TOKYO, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JAL Engineering Co., Ltd. (JALEC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. (JAL), and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) have concluded discussions and jointly established a new company, Aero Breath Co., Ltd., dedicated to the aircraft aftermarket business, effective today, June 1, 2026.In response to the growing demand for aircraft maintenance driven by the recovery of air passenger traffic, Aero Breath will combine JAL and JALEC's extensive operational and maintenance expertise with MHI's advanced and broad technical capabilities. This new platform aims to improve maintenance work efficiency and aircraft quality, thereby minimizing aircraft ground time and further enhancing operational efficiency(1).Aero Breath will be headquartered at Aichi Prefectural Nagoya Airport and plans to start regional aircraft maintenance services within fiscal 2026, subject to obtaining necessary permits and approvals.JALEC and MHI will collaborate closely with Aero Breath to contribute to the development of Japan's aircraft aftermarket business and support the sustainable growth of the aviation industry, while maintaining safe and reliable flight operations.Company OverviewNameAero Breath Co., Ltd.RepresentativePresident & CEO Taro MatobaLocation4677-1 Aoyama Shaguji, Toyoyama-cho, Nishikasugai-gun, Aichi Prefecture, JapanEstablishedJune 1, 2026Business OverviewAftermarket business focused on aircraft maintenance, including airframe maintenance of regional aircraft.CapitalJPY 79 millionShareholdersJAL Engineering Co., Ltd. 51%, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. 49%Websitehttps://www.aerobreath.co.jp(1) Press Release dated August 27, 2024: "JAL and MHI Begin Joint Exploration of Collaboration in Aircraft Maintenance and Aftermarket Services"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, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), to contribute to the realization of a resource-circulating society, is working to develop and commercialize AdBio® (Biomass High-Efficiency Recovery and Recycling System),(1) a system to efficiently sort and recover biomass such as food waste and paper from municipal waste and unsorted food waste, enabling stable recovery of biogas in methane fermentation systems. MHI has recently received a technology verification report from the Japan Environmental Sanitation Center (JESC)(2) verifying that AdBio® is at a level for practical application in terms of technology, conducted as part of JESC's Waste Treatment Technology Verification Project.(3)Recovered biogas is widely used as a source of green energy for electricity generation, heating, and fuel, so efficient recovery and recycling are required to realize a resource-circulating society. With the JESC report, AdBio® has now been recognized as a technology that enhances the efficiency of biomass sorting and recovery and improves degradation rates in methane fermentation, increasing biogas production and enabling stable operations.When used for municipal waste, the introduction of AdBio® is expected to increase biomass recovery compared to conventional crushing and sorting methods. In addition, the improved degradability of paper and other waste material is projected to provide an approximately 40% increase in biogas generation. Further, the system will allow a wide range of raw materials, such as agricultural waste, to be utilized for methane fermentation, leading to further growth in biogas production and use.This system can be installed at existing methane fermentation facilities as well as newly built plants, supporting efficient green energy generation while ensuring steady raw material supply and operational stability. The system can also respond flexibly to changes in societal conditions that result in changes in processing volumes and the properties of the raw material, as well as diversifying raw material needs.Going forward, through the widespread adoption of AdBio®, MHI, together with local governments, private businesses, green energy suppliers, and consumers, will contribute to the realization of a resource-circulating society.Presentation Ceremony(1) AdBio® is a registered trademark of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Japan and other countries.(2) Established in 1954, Japan Environmental Sanitation Center (JESC) is a general incorporated foundation that contributes to the promotion of public welfare by conducting research and providing technical support related to the conservation of living environments and the global environment, and ensuring public hygiene.(3) JESC's Waste Treatment Technology Verification Project is a system to verify the technical aspects and performance of waste treatment technologies developed by private companies and other organizations, and publish the results as highly reliable technical information.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

Kobe, Kawasaki, Japan, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DUNLOP (Company name: Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. [1] ) and Fujitsu Limited [2] today announced that they have jointly developed a technology, an AI surrogate model, to predict tire performance with high accuracy and in a short time using AI, confirming its effectiveness in a recent proof of concept. This technology, developed as part of DUNLOP's long-term management strategy for design digital transformation, was applied to the structural analysis of tire deformation when in contact with the road surface. As a result, the analysis time was significantly reduced by approximately 90% from about 45 minutes to about 5 minutes, while achieving analysis of approximately 600,000 elements (meshes).Based on the results of this proof of concept, both companies will proceed with the development of a design support tool for tire design, aiming for its practical implementation at DUNLOP by April 2027. This will enable DUNLOP to accelerate data-driven development and swiftly supply high-quality tires with enhanced safety and environmental performance to the market.This technology is designed to run on "FUJITSU-MONAKA," [3] a next-generation Arm-based CPU developed by Fujitsu that pursues both high performance and energy efficiency. Moving forward, both companies aim to optimize inference speed, accuracy, and power efficiency by commencing verification of this technology on a prototype of FUJITSU-MONAKA by December 2026.BackgroundIn manufacturing, CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) analysis [4], which simulates the behavior of products and structures to evaluate performance and safety, requires a substantial amount of computational time due to the increasing performance and complexity of products.In tire design, FEM (Finite Element Method) analysis [5], a type of CAE analysis, is commonly used. While increasing the number of elements by refining the mesh improves accuracy, it also increases computation time and associated development costs, necessitating a balance between accuracy and computational load. Furthermore, analysis requires specialized knowledge, and securing skilled engineers is also a challenge.To address these issues, both companies developed an AI surrogate model that rapidly predicts solutions to the governing equations of FEM using accumulated FEM analysis results as training data.Proof of Concept ResultsLeveraging DUNLOP's tire design expertise and actual design data, along with Fujitsu's AI technology, both companies jointly developed an AI surrogate model based on the Graph Neural Network (GNN) [6] algorithm. They conducted a proof of concept for tire structural analysis, focusing on evaluating deformation behavior and contact characteristics such as contact shape and pressure distribution when a tire is in contact with the road surface.As a result, computation time for the analysis was reduced from approximately 45 minutes to about 5 minutes. The technology predicted the contact shape between the tire and the road surface with a high average accuracy of 87.7% compared to FEM analysis. This technology will enable faster decision-making and optimize costs, in addition to improving performance, by allowing the determination of tire structure and material specifications in fewer processes and a shorter time, which previously required multiple design processes.A part of these results will be presented at the 31st Computational Engineering Conference, held from June 3, 2026.Figure1: Proof of Concept Image Figure 2: Relationship between accuracy and computation time in FEM analysisFuture PlansBoth companies will begin verification of this AI surrogate model using a prototype of FUJITSU-MONAKA by December 2026, aiming to optimize inference speed and power efficiency. They will also expand the application range of tire structural analysis and develop a design and development support tool that can be directly used by designers without specialized knowledge. DUNLOP aims to commence practical operation by April 2027.DUNLOP aims to realize its vision of “Continuing to Provide ‘New Experiential Value’ Born from Rubber to Everyone” under the Long-term Corporate Strategy “R.I.S.E. 2035.” [7] Through this co-creation with Fujitsu, DUNLOP will further enhance its proprietary Rubber and Analytical Technology, strengthening its technological capabilities and accelerating innovation. By doing so, DUNLOP will put into practice its Purpose: “Through innovation we will create a future of joy and well-being for all.” and continue to deliver new value to society.Fujitsu will leverage this initiative to promote horizontal deployment to large-scale FEM analysis in the automotive and other manufacturing industries. Moving forward, Fujitsu will contribute to optimizing development and promoting carbon neutrality through improved power efficiency in the manufacturing industry by developing an AI inference platform combining FUJITSU-MONAKA and GNN, and offering it on the AI platform "Fujitsu Kozuchi." [8]Trademark InformationAll company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.[1] Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd.:Headquarters: Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan; President and CEO: Yasuaki Kuniyasu.[2] Fujitsu Limited:Headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan; Representative Director and President: Takahito Tokita.[3] FUJITSU-MONAKA:A processor based on the Arm instruction set architecture, utilizing cutting-edge 2-nanometer technology. It achieves high power efficiency through Fujitsu's proprietary technologies such as its self-designed microarchitecture and ultra-low voltage technology. Furthermore, it promotes the establishment of an environment where performance can be maximized through industry-standard software compatibility via collaboration with the OSS community. These new technologies applied to FUJITSU-MONAKA are based on results obtained from a project subsidized by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).[4] CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) analysis:An engineering method that contributes to shortening development time, reducing costs, and improving quality by simulating and evaluating the design and performance of products on a computer. FEM (Finite Element Method) is one of the representative numerical analysis methods that constitute CAE.[5] FEM (Finite Element Method) analysis:A numerical analysis method widely used for evaluating strength and deformation. It involves dividing a continuous object, such as a structure, into numerous small regions and numerically solving them by applying physical laws to each.[6] Graph neural network (GNN):An AI model capable of directly handling graph-structured data (such as meshes) and learning the interactions between nodes.[7] Long-term Corporate Strategy “R.I.S.E. 2035.”[8] Fujitsu Kozuchi:A group of AI services (platform) that integrates research and development with business, based on Fujitsu's advanced AI technologies. Its purpose is to quickly commercialize high-demand technologies from the research stage and continuously improve and enhance them.About DUNLOPDUNLOP (Company name: Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd.) aims to realize its vision of “Continuing to Provide ‘New Experiential Value’ Born from Rubber to Everyone” under the Long-term Corporate Strategy “R.I.S.E. 2035.” Leveraging its core strength in Rubber and Analytical Technology, the Company develops and provides products and services across a wide range of fields, including tires, sports, and industrial products. With DUNLOP as its global core brand, the Company creates new value in diverse areas such as mobility, sports, industrial infrastructure, and healthcare. Guided by its Purpose: “Through Innovation We Will Create a Future of Joy and Well-being for All,” DUNLOP contributes to the realization of a sustainable society. Find out more: https://www.srigroup.co.jp/english/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.fujitsuPress ContactsDUNLOPhttps://www.srigroup.co.jp/english/contact/Fujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, June 3, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation (MEBS, Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Iwao Oda) today announced that Taiwan Mitsubishi Elevator Co., Ltd. (TMEC), an MEBS group company that manufactures, sells, installs, and maintains elevators and escalators in Taiwan, has delivered 153 elevators and escalators for the first phase of the New Taipei Metro Sanying Line, which is scheduled to open in summer 2026.Escalators at Dingpu Station on the New Taipei Metro Sanying LineFor this project, TMEC delivered 40 elevators and 113 escalators for the 12 stations to be constructed in the first phase of the Sanying Line project, as well as for the administrative and rolling stock maintenance center. As Taiwan’s public transportation infrastructure continues to expand, the opening of this line is expected to improve access from the Sanxia and Yingge districts to central Taipei while reducing travel times.Through their participation in this project, MEBS and TMEC are supporting safe and comfortable vertical mobility and contributing to the development of sustainable urban transportation in Taiwan.Features of the Delivered Products1) Enhancing safety as part of the public transportation infrastructure by equipping elevators for emergency operation during earthquakes- The elevators are equipped with Earthquake Emergency Return operation control to facilitate rapid evacuation and passenger safety during earthquakes.2) Improving station design and convenience by installing see-through and through-type elevators- Of the 40 elevators, 19 are see-through models with glass specifications that create a bright and open atmosphere inside the station buildings.- Six through-type elevators, with entrances on both the front and rear sides, are installed in locations where space is limited, enabling efficient passenger flow and effective use of space.3) Improving energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact through escalator automatic speed control- The escalators are equipped with an automatic speed control function that adjusts the operating speed according to the usage conditions.- By eliminating unnecessary power consumption, this function improves energy efficiency, reduces operating costs, and minimizes environmental impact.Overview of the New Taipei Metro Sanying LineThe New Taipei Metro Sanying Line is a fully elevated line extending 14.29 kilometers from Dingpu Station in New Taipei City through the Sanxia District to the Yingge District. The New Taipei City Government’s Department of Rapid Transit Systems is developing the line to connect Sanxia and Yingge, which have stable or growing populations despite the overall decline in Taiwan’s population, to existing railway lines, thereby improving access to central Taipei and reducing travel times.At Dingpu Station, the Sanying Line connects with the Tucheng Line, and at Yingge Station, it connects with the Taiwan Railways Western Trunk Line. The new line will significantly improve convenience for communities along its route, including in the vicinity of National Taipei University. Future plans include a connection with the Taoyuan Metro Green Line, and the line is expected to contribute to regional economic development as a key part of the wide-area transportation network spanning the Taipei and Taoyuan metropolitan areas.Product SpecificationsProductNo. of unitsMain specificationsElevators40 unitsIncluding 19 see-through elevators and 6 through-type elevatorsEscalators113 unitsLow-speed automatic standby operation and automatic speed control function (switching between 30 m/min and 39 m/min)Total153 units Future Plans and ProspectsSince its establishment nearly 60 years ago in 1968, TMEC has contributed to enhancing mobility in Taiwan’s urban development and transportation infrastructure by providing elevators and escalators. Building on the advanced technologies and solid business foundation cultivated throughout its long history, TMEC recently completed the delivery of 153 elevators and escalators for the new Sanying Line, which is scheduled to open in 2026. These facilities will ensure safe and comfortable travel for passengers using the line, which is expected to become a vital new artery for New Taipei City.MEBS and TMEC are committed to building on the foundation of technology and trust they have cultivated for many decades, passing it on to the next generation, and contributing to the development of safe, secure, and sustainable urban transportation in Taiwan.Overview of TMECCompany NameTaiwan Mitsubishi Elevator Co., Ltd.PresidentJin-Diehn KaoLocationTaipei, TaiwanCapitalApprox. NT$2.22 billionOwnershipMitsubishi Electric Corporation: 43.689%Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation*: 11.092%Tokyo Sangyo Co., Ltd.: 5.0%Taiwanese shareholders: 40.219%EstablishedOctober 1968Employees2,239, as of the end of April 2026Business activitiesManufacturing, sales, installation, and maintenance of elevators and escalators*The business operations and management of TMEC are handled by Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation.About Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions CorporationMitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation is a consolidated subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation established in April 2022 that conducts a comprehensive range of operations in the building systems business, from development and manufacturing to maintenance and renewal. As a building solutions provider, we support the economic and social infrastructure through one-stop integrated solutions that combine a wide range of building-related products and services, including elevators, escalators, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, and building systems, as well as with our extensive experience in building operation and management, and advanced digital technology. From buildings to building complexes and even entire cities, we contribute to enriching human life in buildings and urban spaces by solving a wide variety of issues that are closely linked to people and society, with the ultimate aim of realizing smart cities. For more information, please visit www.mebs.com/Customer InquiriesJapan Business Group, Business Strategy DivisionAffiliated Companies Management DepartmentMitsubishi Electric Building Solutions CorporationMedia InquiriesCorporate Communication DivisionMitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporationhttps://www.mebs.com/contact/ssl/php/1481/inquiryform.php?fid=1481 Press Release: http://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260603.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, May 29, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced the launch of "Fujitsu Sustainability Disclosure Navigator," a new service under its Sustainable Finance offering within "Uvance for Finance". This service leverages AI to analyze non-financial information disclosure, helping companies organize and manage disclosure content based on ESG evaluation criteria and make decisions on disclosure policies that contribute to enhanced corporate value.The service, available from May 29, 2026, utilizes Fujitsu's own expertise in non-financial information disclosure and AI to analyze and manage non-financial information, benchmark disclosure content against over 1,000 listed companies in Japan, and enable disclosure that considers ESG evaluations. This will allow companies to strategically disclose non-financial information, aiming for inclusion in ESG indices and other capital market considerations. Through this service, Fujitsu aims to support companies in their continuous value creation and contribute to the revitalization of the domestic stock market.Background In 2023, the Tokyo Stock Exchange issued a request for companies to focus on "realizing management that is conscious of capital costs and stock prices," increasing the importance of information disclosure for enhancing corporate value. While many companies are expanding their disclosure information in response, they face challenges in organizing required disclosure items, objectively understanding their disclosure levels and positioning compared to competitors, and benchmarking due to the increasing complexity of non-financial information disclosure requirements. As a result, significant time and effort are required to achieve disclosure that leads to positive evaluations, and internal information management systems are often not adequately prepared, leading to a tendency for tasks to become individualized. Overview of "Fujitsu Sustainability Disclosure Navigator" This service uses AI to objectively analyze the presence and status of non-financial information disclosure by a company and its competitors, based on the evaluation criteria of multiple ESG rating agencies, thereby supporting companies in achieving evaluations that reflect their actual performance. It also provides analysis and insights for improving future ESG evaluations, supporting the strategic disclosure of non-financial information. The AI leverages knowledge accumulated through Fujitsu's own long-standing practice of non-financial information disclosure, as well as non-financial information publicly disclosed by over 1,000 listed companies in Japan, including Fujitsu. Fujitsu aims to continuously improve the service's functions through agile development even after its launch, providing comprehensive support for non-financial information disclosure.Figure: Conceptual diagram of the "Fujitsu Sustainability Disclosure Navigator"Features of "Fujitsu Sustainability Disclosure Navigator" 1. Visualization of compliance with the latest ESG evaluation criteriaThe service organizes and visualizes the disclosure content required of a company, taking into account the latest trends in ESG evaluation criteria emphasized by ESG rating agencies.It also centrally manages non-financial information across multiple disclosure media, such as integrated reports and annual securities reports, preventing omissions and inconsistencies in information when updating disclosure media and significantly reducing the time and effort required for research and verification.2. Clarification of a company's position and differentiation points through comparative analysisBy using AI to organize the presence and content of non-financial information disclosure from over 1,000 listed companies in Japan and efficiently referencing disclosure sections related to ESG evaluations, companies can understand their disclosure levels and differentiation points compared to competitors, enabling strategic information disclosure planning. 3. Support system leveraging technology and expert knowledge In non-financial information disclosure, it can be difficult for a company to determine "what, to what extent, and how to disclose" on its own, considering the perspectives of evaluation agencies and multiple disclosure standards.This service will also offer advisory services related to ESG information disclosure based on expertise provided by professionals from Deloitte Tohmatsu LLC, combining technology and expert knowledge to support customers in creating high corporate value.Fujitsu also plans to further enhance various AI-powered functions, including the generation of disclosure draft documents.Future PlansMoving forward, Fujitsu will evolve this service to not only streamline and advance non-financial information disclosure but also to support decision-making directly linked to corporate value enhancement. Specifically, Fujitsu aims to expand functions for analyzing the relationship and causality between financial indicators such as ROIC and PBR and non-financial activities, as well as functions to support dialogue with investors.Furthermore, Fujitsu will strengthen AI-powered support functions for overall non-financial information disclosure operations and expand its ecosystem through co-creation with partner companies possessing diverse expertise, including ESG rating agencies. Through the "Uvance for Finance" offering, Fujitsu aims to contribute to the enhancement of customer corporate value and, in turn, to the revitalization of the entire Japanese economy.Through "Uvance for Finance", Fujitsu will also advance the sustainability of society and the economy by leveraging data and AI to enhance non-financial information disclosure for companies and corporate evaluations for financial institutions, thereby improving both corporate and asset value.Fujitsu’s Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030.Fujitsu’s purpose — “to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation” — is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.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.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

SHANGHAI, May 29, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sigenergy today introduced SigenAgent, the energy industry’s first all-domain AI agent, fundamentally changing how households and businesses interact with renewable energy.Unveiled during the company’s "AI in All" event, SigenAgent elevates solar-and-storage hardware from basic, reactive equipment into autonomous, goal-driven systems.As global energy dynamics transition from power generation to complex, volatile consumption models, manual management has hit its limit. SigenAgent solves this by allowing hardware to actively interpret and execute broad user goals."True AI is not just a chatbot companion," said Tony Xu, Founder and CEO of Sigenergy. "It is a partner that understands your goals, executes tasks on your behalf, and continuously learns over time."The Vision: User Sets the Goal, AI Handles the RestSigenAgent operates on a continuous loop of perception, reasoning, and action. By synthesizing real-time factors like weather patterns, fluctuating electricity prices, and grid conditions, it automatically charts and executes the most efficient operational path.To deliver complete energy management, SigenAgent deploys four specialized, autonomous capabilities:Energy Manager: Brings "autonomous driving" to home solar-and-storage systems. Users simply set macro targets—such as lowering utility bills or securing backup power—and the system automatically configures and runs the hardware.System Doctor: Replaces manual logs with "second-level diagnosis." A single command triggers an immediate, station-wide scan that pinpoints system anomalies and reports root causes, drastically lowering maintenance overhead.Power Trader: Maximizes revenue for storage assets in highly volatile, high-frequency electricity markets by optimizing real-time trading and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) responses.Business Assistant: Links directly to enterprise data lakes to dissolve information silos across production and delivery, providing clear, data-driven operational recommendations.Built on a Foundation of Hardware and SafetySigenAgent is not an isolated software patch, but the culmination of Sigenergy's long-term hardware and software integration. CEO Tony Xu emphasized that AI in energy requires more than algorithms; it demands a reliable physical foundation.Today, over 200,000 global power stations run on Sigenergy hardware. Built on this bedrock, Sigenergy utilizes all-domain sensing across generation, storage, charging, and grid access—supported by 100M high-speed networks, WLAN-Mesh, and Sub-1G communications to create a seamless, closed-loop operational environment.Thanks to an AI-ready architecture, existing operational units can access these agent features via seamless over-the-air (OTA) software updates.While granting execution capabilities to AI, the system enforces strict architectural boundaries to guarantee safety and user trust:User Authorization: SigenAgent operates strictly as an assistant, requiring explicit user approval for critical parameter changes.Secure Infrastructure: Localized data storage across six global data centers ensures absolute compliance with regional privacy laws.Offline Resilience Guaranteed: Pre-programmed dynamic backup strategies ensure the system continues to run smoothly even during network outages.Transparent AI Decision: A fully transparent user interface eliminates the "AI black box," mapping out exactly why a system is charging or discharging over a 24-hour window.SigenAgent is designed to meet users where they are, integrating seamlessly into common workflows and messaging applications like WhatsApp and Telegram.Standardizing the Intelligence EraTo help define this new era of energy, Sigenergy collaborated with Frost & Sullivan to publish the 2026 AI-Powered New Energy White Paper.The report outlines the Energy Intelligence Level (EIL) framework—a five-tier classification system modeled after autonomous driving standards—designed to guide the industry's transition from individual device intelligence to fully autonomous, system-wide optimization."What Sigenergy is delivering today is not just a product, or a tech upgrade—we are delivering a completely new energy lifestyle," said Xu. "Users can optimize every kilowatt-hour without needing to understand complex technical details. Energy systems are shifting from passive hardware into active companions."About SigenergyFounded in 2022 and headquartered in Shanghai, Sigenergy (6656.HK) is a technology-driven company focused on innovation in the new energy sector. Leveraging advanced digital intelligence and a highly skilled talent base, the company has expanded across photovoltaic (PV) generation, smart energy storage, and high-efficiency electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.Guided by its “AI in All” strategy, Sigenergy integrates artificial intelligence across its product ecosystem to deliver safer, smarter and more efficient energy solutions for households and businesses worldwide.For more information, visit: www.sigenergy.comMedia ContactTracy LiEmail: tracy.li@sigenergy.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Japan, May 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that wheelchair racer Catherine Debrunner, supported with Honda racing wheelchairs, shaved 1.03 seconds off her previous world record to set a new world record time of 26.44 in the Women’s 200m T53 at the 2026 World Para Athletics Grand Prix (Switzerland) held in Nottwil, Switzerland from May 21 through 23, 2026.The World Para Athletics Grand Prix is one of the international para athletics competition　series held annually in Switzerland, regarded as a high-level competition that attracts the world's top athletes.Debrunner currently holds the world record in all nine women’s T53 class events — including the 100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m and Marathon which have been her main focus — yet she continues to take on new challenges, aiming for new heights in all events.Identifying with her unwavering commitment to taking on challenges, Honda has been supporting her since 2023.Based on the Honda vision for its sports activities – “To increase the number of people who take on challenges through sports activities and make the lives of people more enjoyable everywhere in the world” – Honda will continue to support various athletes who take on challenges toward the realization of their own dreams.Comments by Catherine Debrunner“The field of athletes was big, strong and very international. It was fun to battle against the best athletes in the world. With a massive World Record in the 200m as a cherry on the top the Para Athletics could definitely not have been any better.It is important to emphasise that I would never have achieved this success without a huge team around me - my team, my supporters and sponsors but also my loved ones. Thank you so much to everyone who supports me on this journey!”Catherine Debrunner profileDate of birth:April 11, 1995Nationality:SwitzerlandStart of Honda sponsorship:December 2023Sport class:T53Sport:Wheelchair racing (100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m, marathon)Honda and Wheelchair AthleticsIn the spirit of “Respect for the Individual,” one of the company’s Fundamental Beliefs, Honda has been striving to offer the joy and freedom of mobility to all customers around the world and contribute to their efforts to realize their dreams. As a part of this initiative, Honda has been conducting research and development of racing wheelchairs since 2000. In addition to providing them to the wheelchair athletes Honda supports, Honda has made its racing wheelchairs available for sale to any customers since 2019.Moreover, to further advance and popularize wheelchair sports, Honda has gone beyond the enhancement of product performance and developed a “Push Power Measurement System” to provide technological support that will enhance the abilities of wheelchair athletes. The system has been available for lease since November 2025*. Through these activities, Honda will contribute to the further recognition of wheelchair athletics and the popularization and advancement of parasports.*Honda Push Power Measurement System is available for lease through Honda Sun Co., Ltd., a special subsidiary of Honda. KAKERU – Honda Racing Wheelchair Push Power Measurement Wheel SystemAbout Honda racing wheelchairs and the Push Power Measurement Wheel System: https://racer.honda-sun.co.jp/en/About Honda wheelchair athletics activities:https://global.honda/en/sports/wheelchair_racing/About Honda sports activities:https://global.honda/en/sports/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, May 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that it entered into a strategic partnership with Anthropic PBC. Through this strategic partnership, entered into on May 27th, Fujitsu will combine Anthropic’s advanced AI technologies with Fujitsu’s long-established industry and business expertise, as well as its capabilities in building and operating systems in mission-critical domains. Through these efforts, Fujitsu will drive the full-scale acceleration of AI transformation for Japanese enterprises, while contributing to enhancing the safety and reliability of social infrastructure, including critical systems. In recent years, AI has evolved beyond a tool for operational efficiency to become a foundational technology shaping corporate competitiveness and the stability of social infrastructure. At the same time, as cutting-edge AI becomes increasingly powerful, improper use may result in unintended consequences.In sectors that underpin society—particularly government, finance, healthcare, defense, and critical infrastructure—it is essential to be able to utilize advanced AI with confidence and reliability. This requires not only implementation but also a continuous operational framework capable of delivering sustained value.Fujitsu will first thoroughly adopt and utilize Anthropic’s AI technologies, including Claude, across its own organization. Through this hands-on use, Fujitsu will accumulate and expand practical expertise, thereby contributing to the advancement of AI transformation across Japanese enterprises and society.As a company deeply involved in critical infrastructure in Japan and globally, Fujitsu also recognizes its responsibility to strengthen security in the AI era. Through this collaboration, Fujitsu will gain early access to Anthropic’s latest AI models and, by developing and delivering solutions that utilize these models, will provide customers with more advanced and practical AI applications.Furthermore, Fujitsu also possesses its own AI technologies, including the AI platform Fujitsu Kozuchi and the Takane large language model (LLM) [1]. By leveraging these alongside Anthropic’s AI, Fujitsu will control the selection, design, and integration of optimal AI solutions based on customer requirements such as data sovereignty, regulatory compliance, security, and performance, and deliver them in a secure and reliable manner. On the premise of utilizing multiple AI systems, Fujitsu will combine Anthropic’s advanced AI with its own technologies to address diverse AI utilization needs.In addition, Fujitsu will build on its existing initiatives toward a safe and secure AI society (AI Trust) and explore the application of its advanced technologies—including HPC and next-generation hybrid computing platforms such as quantum computing—within cutting-edge AI domains.Through these efforts, Fujitsu will promote the social implementation of AI that ensures safety and reliability, enabling trusted use even in mission-critical domains.Key Initiatives of the Partnership 1. Strengthening the FDE business through utilizing Anthropic’s AI servicesThrough this partnership, Fujitsu will leverage Anthropic’s Claude to strengthen and expand its Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) model, which translates AI into tangible business value.Fujitsu has accumulated practical FDE expertise through strategic collaborations with advanced technology partners including Palantir. By working closely with customers on-site and combining industry-specific knowledge with proprietary technologies such as Fujitsu Kozuchi and Takane, Fujitsu has enabled rapid implementation and adoption of AI—from use case design through deployment.By combining this FDE model with Claude, Fujitsu will go beyond simple AI deployment and deliver AI applications that are directly linked to real business value, based on close collaboration with customers and deep industry expertise.2. Evolution of cybersecurityTo strengthen cyber defense capabilities in the AI era, Fujitsu will promote enhanced cybersecurity across enterprises, critical infrastructure, and essential services. The company aims to transition from conventional, expert-dependent cybersecurity approaches to next-generation operational models in which human expertise and AI work in tandem to enable rapid response.In particular, Fujitsu will enable both the utilization of AI and robust cyber defense in mission-critical domains. With the advancement of AI technologies, responding to cyber defense challenges has become a major societal issue. In collaboration with the Japanese government, we will leverage the knowledge gained to contribute to strengthening security across society as a whole.3. Establishing and scaling an AI utilization model through internal practiceApproximately 100,000 Fujitsu Group employees will actively use Anthropic’s Claude to enhance and accelerate operations while validating safe and secure AI usage in practice. Specifically, Fujitsu will incorporate technologies that improve AI reliability and establish both technological and operational frameworks that ensure safety, transparency, and controllability in AI utilization. By returning the insights and standardized approaches derived from this process to customers, Fujitsu will promote highly reliable AI adoption among Japanese enterprises.As announced in February 2026, Fujitsu is already advancing AI-driven development platforms and working on automating large-scale system upgrade processes using AI agents based on its proprietary Takane LLM. By combining these efforts with the use of Claude, Fujitsu aims to further enhance development productivity.Executive Comments Takahito Tokita, Representative Director, CEO, Fujitsu Limited, comments: “We see the rapid evolution and growth of AI as something that must be swiftly implemented in society and translated into value creation—this is a top priority for us as a technology company.Through this collaboration, we will combine Fujitsu’s deep expertise across industries and business functions—particularly its extensive know-how in mission-critical domains—with Anthropic’s advanced AI models. In doing so, we aim to support the creation of new value across industries and realize a trustworthy, AI-driven society.”Yoshinami Takahashi, Corporate Executive Officer, Corporate Vice President, COO in charge of Solution Services, comments: “Fujitsu will become Customer Zero by thoroughly utilizing Claude alongside its own technologies Takane and Kozuchi to fundamentally transform internal operations and development.We will immediately apply the knowledge gained from this transformation to customers, enabling not just AI implementation but full business transformation. Through this partnership, we will further strengthen and accelerate our FDE model, ensuring that AI is continuously translated into real value through deep engagement with customer operations.This will accelerate structural transformation of business and enable a shift toward high-value-added business models. Through our own transformation, Fujitsu will strongly lead AI transformation in Japan.”Paul Smith, Chief Commercial Officer, Anthropic PBC, comments: “The institutions that anchor Japanese society - its banks, its hospitals, its government, its critical infrastructure - hold AI to the highest standard. Fujitsu has been the technology partner to those institutions for decades, and they are now deploying Claude to 100,000 of their own employees and building a 1,000-person engineering team to bring it to their customers. This is one of the most consequential commitments to frontier AI in the Japanese market, and we're proud for Anthropic to be the partner Fujitsu trusts to deliver on that commitment.” [1] LLM Takane: A large language model jointly developed by Fujitsu and Cohere Inc.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.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, May 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced a collaboration with OpenAI commencing on the same day. Through this collaboration, Fujitsu will position OpenAI's advanced AI technologies within its AI service lineup and accelerate AI transformation in Japan's enterprise sector. By combining OpenAI's advanced AI technologies with Fujitsu's long-standing industry and business expertise and its capabilities in building and operating systems across large-scale and diverse business domains, Fujitsu will strengthen AI use among Japanese companies while contributing to enhanced safety and reliability of social infrastructure.In recent years, AI has evolved beyond a tool for operational efficiency to become a foundational technology shaping corporate competitiveness and the resilience of social infrastructure. To move beyond process optimization and fundamentally redesign decision-making and business operations while accelerating value creation across enterprises, organizations are increasingly required to establish frameworks that continuously deliver value through the implementation and ongoing operation of AI.To respond to these needs, Fujitsu will leverage this collaboration with OpenAI to incorporate the concepts of value creation brought by cutting-edge AI and the speed of business transformation into both its management and operational practices. The company will not only enhance and accelerate existing operations but will also fundamentally transform its own business model and approach to system integration.As part of this initiative, Fujitsu Group employees will extensively utilize OpenAI technologies, including ChatGPT Enterprise and Codex, to establish a new practical model in which humans and AI agents collaborate across a wide range of domains, including development, operations, proposal activities, and delivery.Furthermore, by integrating its own technologies to improve AI reliability, Fujitsu will establish a technological foundation and operational model that ensures safety, transparency, and controllability in AI utilization. By returning the insights, ideas, and practical expertise gained through collaboration with OpenAI, as well as the methodologies derived from its own internal transformation to its customers, Fujitsu will present a new model for the system integration business in the post-AI era and accelerate reliable AI transformation for Japanese enterprises.Key Initiatives of the Collaboration1. Strengthening Fujitsu’s FDE business through the use of OpenAI technologiesThrough this collaboration, Fujitsu will strengthen and expand its FDE (Forward Deployed Engineer) model, which connects AI to value creation, by leveraging OpenAI technologies such as ChatGPT Enterprise and Codex. Fujitsu has accumulated practical expertise through its FDE business, which has rapidly applied AI technology from use-case design to implementation and operation by combining industry and business knowledge gained through its customers.By combining this FDE model with OpenAI’s advanced AI technologies, Fujitsu will realize AI utilization that directly contributes to real business value-not limited to simply adopting AI—based on close collaboration with customers and deep industry expertise. In particular, Fujitsu will deploy this approach to manufacturing sector customers, where it has a strong customer base and proven track record with the FDE model.2. CybersecurityTo strengthen cyber defense capabilities in the AI era, Fujitsu will work with OpenAI to promote enhanced cybersecurity across enterprises, critical infrastructure, and essential services. The company aims to transition from conventional, expert-dependent cybersecurity approaches to next-generation operational models in which people and AI work in tandem to enable rapid response.In mission-critical domains in particular, Fujitsu will promote the adoption of AI while ensuring responsible implementation with due consideration for safety and governance, thereby building a trustworthy operational model. Additionally, through participation in government and public-private collaborative projects and advisory activities, Fujitsu will return the knowledge gained to society as a whole to enhance overall security.3. Development of industry-specific solutionsFujitsu will identify manufacturing, as well as healthcare and pharmaceuticals, as key focus areas where its strengths can be fully leveraged and will strengthen the deployment of AI use cases that directly contribute to business transformation and the enhancement of corporate value.Through this collaboration, Fujitsu will gain access to OpenAI’s latest AI models and, by developing and providing solutions that utilize them, will deliver more advanced and practical AI applications to its customers.Executive CommentsTakahito Tokita, Representative Director, CEO, Fujitsu Limited, comments:We are confident that AI, which is evolving and advancing at a rapid pace, will go beyond mere technological innovation to enhance the very value of human existence and unlock the full potential of society.Through this collaboration, by combining OpenAI’s cutting-edge technologies—at the forefront of global AI research, development, and application—with Fujitsu’s deep industry and operational expertise cultivated over many years, we will contribute to the creation of new value across entire industries, extending beyond the boundaries of a single company. By broadly implementing AI throughout society and enhancing human creativity, we aim to realize a trustworthy, AI‑driven society.Yoshinami Takahashi, Corporate Executive Officer, Corporate Vice President, COO in charge of Solution Services, Fujitsu Limited, comments:Collaboration with OpenAI is an important step toward accelerating AI-driven business transformation. As Customer Zero, Fujitsu will leverage OpenAI's advanced AI to fundamentally transform its system integration business itself. By combining insights gained from the design, implementation and operation of AI use cases with the industry expertise it has cultivated to date, Fujitsu will expand implementations primarily for enterprise customers and further strengthen the development of industry-specific solutions, thereby accelerating new value creation for customers and industrial transformation. By combining OpenAI's advanced AI, which has pioneered new standards in AI utilization, with Fujitsu's technological capabilities and industry expertise, Fujitsu will realize true AI transformation that goes beyond efficiency gains to drive corporate growth.Tadao Nagasaki, President, OpenAI Japan, comments:OpenAI aims to bring the benefits of AI broadly to society and help build a future in which people and businesses can create greater value. Achieving this requires partners that can implement advanced AI in real-world settings across Japanese industry and society, and expand its use in ways that earn trust. With deep expertise and execution capabilities in critical fields including manufacturing, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, and cybersecurity, Fujitsu is well positioned to play an important role in advancing AI adoption in Japan. Through this collaboration, OpenAI will support Fujitsu in advancing its transformation and work together to help businesses and society in Japan unlock new opportunities for growth and build a more prosperous future with AI as a catalyst.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.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Zurich, May 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy, a global leader in electrification, and Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), a leading manufacturer of construction equipment machinery, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on developing end-to-end approaches that support the deployment of zero-emission construction sites. The collaboration brings together electric construction equipment with clean power supply, energy management, and system integration capabilities to help address one of the construction industry’s most pressing challenges: decarbonization.Customer and investor demand for lower‑emission; more productive construction operations is reshaping the industry. At the same time, regulatory and permitting frameworks increasingly require projects to address emissions and environmental performance throughout the planning and approval process. While electrification, automation, and efficient resource and asset planning offer clear pathways to reduce emissions, transitioning from individual electric machines to fully functioning zero‑emission construction sites requires a coordinated ecosystem of solutions and effective system integration across equipment, power infrastructure, and energy management systems.Under the agreement, Volvo CE and Hitachi Energy will work on a non-exclusive basis to assess potential technical and commercial concepts supporting zero-emission construction and manufacturing operations, with a focus on system integration and site-level operational execution. The scope includes joint work on business models, go‑to‑market approaches, and aftermarket and support considerations, supported by joint teams from both companies.“Strategic partnerships such as this with Hitachi Energy are key to accelerating the transition to zero-emission construction,” said Melker Jernberg, President of Volvo CE. “By combining complementary expertise and delivering a complete, integrated solution, we are giving customers the confidence, security, and peace of mind they need to adopt emission-free operations today.” “Electrification is a game changer in the decarbonization puzzle, particularly for hard‑to‑abate environments such as construction sites,” said Niklas Persson, CEO of Grid Integration at Hitachi Energy. “As construction operations become more electric and more complex, success depends less on individual technologies and more on system‑level integration, strong execution, and close collaboration with partners like Volvo CE who share our ambition to enable zero‑emission construction at scale.”The initial focus is business and go‑to‑market‑oriented, emphasizing practical, plug‑and‑play approaches to help customers simplify the transition to zero‑emission construction sites. At the same time, the agreement establishes a foundation for deeper technical engagement over time, with the potential to explore more advanced capabilities such as connected machines, digital integration, and expanded service offerings.Volvo CE has long been at the forefront of the construction industry’s move toward electrification and digitalization, while Hitachi Energy brings deep expertise in power systems, energy management, and system integration. Together, the collaboration represents an important next step in providing customers with a comprehensive solution to help navigate and accelerate this transition.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://x.com/HitachiEnergyAbout 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 FY2025 (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.Media contactmedia.relations@hitachienergy.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com