TOKYO, Dec 12, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation ("Hitachi High-Tech") announced today the launch of its GT2000 high-precision electron beam metrology system. GT2000 uses Hitachi High-Tech's technology and expertise in CD-SEM(1), where itholds the top market share. GT2000 is equipped with new detection systems to cutting-edge 3D semiconductor devices. It also utilizes low-damage high-speed multi-point measurement functions for High-NA EUV(2) resist wafers imaging to minimize resist damage and improve yield in mass production.GT2000 High-Precision Electron Beam Metrology SystemHitachi High-Tech GT2000 CD-SEM will enable high-precision, high-speed measurements, and inspection in the manufacturing process of advanced semiconductor devices, which are becoming increasingly miniaturized and complex, and contribute to the improvement of customer yields in research-and-development and mass production.Development BackgroundAs semiconductor device manufacturing processes evolve, research-and-development of N2 (2-nanometer generation node) and A14 (14-angstrom generation node) is underway. In addition to the application of High-NA EUV lithography in state...

SUNNYVALE, CA and TOKYO, Dec 12, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Juniper Networks® (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, and NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701), a leading global IT and network transformation services provider, today announced that DNA, part of Telenor Group and one of Finland’s leading mobile and fixed communications service providers, has deployed an intent-based networking data center fabric based on Juniper’s innovative automation software plus high-performance hardware and utilizing NEC’s advanced systems integration expertise. DNA’s new data center infrastructure provides a unified platform for both its business-to-business customer services and internal IT services. Additionally, Juniper Networks™ QFX Series Switches were chosen to power DNA’s Telco Cloud sites across Finland.The overall objective for DNA’s data center infrastructure refresh is to enable new revenue-generating services whilst delivering operational efficiencies, together leading to enhanced user experiences. By automating the data center network, DNA can eliminate human error, optimize its technical team’s workload to focus on service creation and simplify first-class ...

Toyota City, Japan, Dec 12, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has unveiled the new livery for the cars that will compete in the FIA World Rally Championship and FIA World Endurance Championship in the 2024 season.There are two concepts for the all-new matt black livery for the GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRID and the GR010 HYBRID, which compete in the respective FIA World Championships. One of the concepts is "Speed" representing our spirit, "Hate to lose". The other one is the "Prototype" which represents making ever-better motorsports-bred cars and to keep evolving.The new livery will be used not only in the WRC and the WEC, but also in other competitions in which TOYOTA GAZOO Racing participates. Copyright 2023 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Dec 11, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it has been chosen for inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World), the world's leading ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) stock price index. This is the 22nd time for Fujitsu to have been included in this index since its creation in 1999. At the same time, Fujitsu has been selected for the Dow Jones Sustainability Asia/Pacific Index, which is comprised of companies from the Asia-Pacific region, following last year.DJSI World is a stock index offered cooperatively by US-based S&P Dow Jones Indices that selects companies for their excellent sustainability, based on an analysis from the perspective of governance and economics, the environment, and society. Annually, 2,500 companies are eligible globally for this designation, and the top 10% of businesses per industry are chosen from the perspective of sustainability. Including Fujitsu, 321 companies were selected for DJSI World in 2023, 38 of which were Japanese companies. Fujitsu achieved high evaluations in the IT services & Internet Software and Services industry group on the basis of its governance and eco...

TOKYO, Dec 11, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Olympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech company committed to making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, today announced that it has been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) and the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific), both among the most globally recognized corporate sustainability indices. Olympus has been named to the DJSI World for three consecutive years and DJSI Asia Pacific for five.The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) are corporate sustainability evaluation indices for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment. Jointly developed by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSAM, the DJSI tracks the financial performances of leading companies according to ESG criteria. These indices are updated annually to include companies with excellent corporate sustainability practices.In 2023, 321 companies were selected as DJSI World members from approximately 2,500 companies worldwide in 62 industry sectors, and 156 companies were selected as DJSI Asia Pacific members from approximately 600 companies assessed in...

TOKYO, Dec 11, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced that it joined the Health & Productivity Management Alliance, an organization established on June 30, 2023, consisting of 290 Japanese companies and organizations (1) that share the common vision of "revitalizing Japanese companies through the health of employees and realizing sustainable health insurance."To maintain and improve the physical and mental health of its employees, Fujitsu has been promoting various measures including awareness campaigns for cancer (2), headaches (3), and bone assessments using chest radiographs (4) in cooperation with universities and companies.Through its participation in the Health & Productivity Management Alliance, Fujitsu aims to contribute to the sustainability of Japanese companies by creating an environment where employees can work in good physical and mental health by sharing knowledge and know-how on health management across industries. Fujitsu will further contribute to the creation of a platform for health management to solve societal issues including increasing medical costs.BackgroundThe improvement of people’s well-being represents an important issu...

TOKYO, Dec 8, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that the Delica Mini super height-wagon kei-car1 won the Design Car of the Year, awarded to car with excellent exterior and interior design, at the 2023-2024 Japan Car of the Year awards2. This is the first time for Mitsubishi Motors to win this award.In awarding the Design Car of the Year, the organizing committee highly evaluated the Delica Mini for adopting a cute and attractive look, turning around from the rugged front mask which had been Mitsubishi Motors' brand language in recent years. Moreover, its average monthly sales volume is more than three times that of its predecessor, the eK X space, proving that design is an important element directly linked to product appeal. It was also recognized for not only bearing the Delica name but also embracing the iconic design elements of the Delica.Based on the concept of being a reliable and active super height-wagon kei-car, the Delica Mini takes its name from the Delica minivan and brings together a tough SUV styling, spacious interior and powerful driving performance.In terms of design, the Delica Mini was...

TOKYO, Dec 8, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Space Compass, NTT DOCOMO, INC., Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) and SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation (SKY Perfect JSAT) jointly announced today that they have been selected by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) to develop direct-to-device (D2D) mobile services, which will be deployed via a space-based non-terrestrial network (NTN) using high-altitude platform stations (HAPS).The project is part of the NICT's Innovative ICT Fund Projects for Beyond 5G/6G, known as Beyond 5G, which envisions a society where connectivity is assured over the air, sea, and space regardless of user location.The project comprises two phases:Early commercialization (Phase 1)The four participating companies aim to solve various technical issues and demonstrate a communication service using HAPS positioned in the stratosphere over Japan, with the goal of accelerating the commercialization of HAPS D2D communication services.System evolution (Phase 2)Research and development (R&D) will be conducted on high-speed, high-capacity technology and time-division duplex (TDD) communication (downlink and up...

TOKYO, Dec 8, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and ADNOC signed an agreement on December 6 memorializing their intent to explore potential opportunities for collaboration on the development of value chains for blue NH3 and blue H2. (the "Agreement").MHI will act as a technology solution provider to support decarbonization of oil and gas production sites owned by ADNOC and the development of businesses to produce blue hydrogen and blue ammonia while creating demand for these resources the world over. The two companies will seek to complement each other's strengths and create synergies between ADNOC's assets and MHI's related technologies, with the aim of accelerating the development of the hydrogen and ammonia businesses, as well as carrying out initiatives with a view to supporting efforts to achieve net zero emissions globally.MHI has a wide range of technology that can help accelerate the energy transition, including hydrogen-fired gas turbines and ammonia-fired gas turbines, ammonia co-fired boilers and hydrogen production equipment, and expects to utilize the knowledge it has gained through previous projects such as proof-of-conc...

TOKYO, Dec 8, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Mitsubishi Logisnext Co., Ltd., a part of MHI Group, have received an order from Kirin Group companies Kirin Beverage Co., Ltd. and Kirin Group Logistics Co., Ltd. for an automated picking system(1) that utilizes the "ΣSynX" (Sigma Synx) solution concept(2) currently being developed by MHI to provide automation and intelligence to enhance the efficiency of picking work in beverage warehouses. The system will be implemented at the Ebina Logistics Center in Ebina, Kanagawa Prefecture, managed by Kirin Group Logistics (East Japan Regional Office, Shonan Branch Office). Full-scale operation is scheduled to begin in December 2024.The automated picking system is the first automated system in Japan to utilize automated guided forklifts (AGFs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and palletizers(3) for the picking process. The system to be delivered to Kirin Group utilizes the ΣSynX solution concept to introduce automation and intelligence for the picking work that up to now has been performed manually by workers, who have also been responsible for considering how to improve efficiency in thei...

TOKYO, Dec 8, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has completed the construction and delivery of the Macau Light Rapid Transit(1) (Macau LRT) Barra Extension line, which was awarded by the Public Works Bureau (DSOP) of the Macau Special Administrative Region of China. The line commences commercial operation on December 8.The Barra Extension (1 station expansion, 3.2km) project was constructed by laying a dedicated Macau LRT lane within an existing bridge, connecting the Macau Peninsula on the opposite bank to the Taipa Line (11 stations, 9.3 km), which MHI delivered in 2019. MHI was responsible for delivering the Automated Guideway Transit(2) (AGT) system (excluding construction of station buildings and civil engineering work) such as the signals, communication systems, power distribution systems, guideway work, platform doors, and automatic fare collection systems, as well as improvement work for equipment inside the bridge.Traffic congestion in Macau has been an issue due to the increasing number of tourists and population growth. The Macau LRT is a key transportation infrastructure connecting the airport and ferry terminals, which ar...

Tokyo and Denver, Dec 8, 2023 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Palantir Technologies Japan KK (Palantir Japan) today announced that they have signed an agreement to develop a strategic global partnership, with the support of Palantir Technologies Inc. (Palantir Technologies), focusing on the solution of societal issues and the acceleration of business transformation. Under this partnership, Fujitsu, together with Palantir, will incorporate Palantir's AI and data integration capabilities as a key element in the data infrastructure for Fujitsu Uvance, a portfolio of global solutions that address business challenges and solve societal issues, and will begin providing services in the Japan market in the 2023 fiscal year and markets including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific in fiscal 2024.Fujistu and Palantir initially entered a strategic collaboration to strengthen the digital transformation (DX) sector in the Japanese market in June 2020. Since then, Fujitsu has been Palantir Japan's exclusive flagship technology partner in Japan, helping customers achieve DX in the manufacturing, utility, financial services , and public sectors. As a Strategic Alliance...

TOKYO, Dec 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. will begin sales in Japan of the refreshed Odyssey premium minivan, tomorrow, on Friday, December 8, 2023. The refresh includes refinement of the design, comfort and functionality as well as the addition of a new hybrid-electric type to the lineup, the e:HEV ABSOLUTE・EX BLACK EDITION.Odyssey product site: https://www.honda.co.jp/ODYSSEY/ (Japanese)Odyssey e:HEV ABSOLUTE・EX BLACK EDITIONThe refreshed Odyssey will come in three types: e:HEV ABSOLUTE, e:HEV ABSOLUTE.EX, and the new e:HEV ABSOLUTE・EX BLACK EDITION. While inheriting key features from the successive generations of Odyssey models sold in Japan, namely the sedan-like driving stability and the atypical styling for a minivan, which were made possible by the low-floor platform, the original styling and a comfortable cabin space that were further improved by adding new features to better accommodate customer needs. Sales plan in Japan, monthly:1,000 unitsAdvancement of designA newly designed front grille was adopted. The wide look is emphasized through the enlargement of the grille opening, and the combination of five horizontal plated bars and a...

TOKYO, Dec 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda will present the world premiere of its new EV series for global markets as a part of its exhibit at CES 2024, which will be held January 9-12, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. Honda CES 2024 Special Websitehttps://global.honda/en/new_global_EV/Honda has been conducting business based on its Global Brand Slogan: The Power of Dreams – How we move you. This slogan conveys the message that Honda will create mobility products and services which enable people to “transcend various constraints such as time and place,” and to “augment their abilities and possibilities.” With such mobility products and services, Honda will support the realization of dreams of more people and become the driving force that moves society forward.Moreover, Honda is aiming to realize carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities Honda is involved in by 2050. To this end, the company is pursuing electrification to achieve its automobile electrification target of “increasing the ratio of EV and FCEV sales to 100% globally by 2040.”At its booth and through its special CES 2024 website, Honda will showcase various items including the global E...

SINGAPORE, Dec 7, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Vesica AI, a promising medical startup company, has been selected as the winner of the inaugural Olympus Asia Pacific Innovation Program (OAIP). Vesica AI was chosen from a field of four finalists for its innovative AI-based clinical support system that supports and enhances the early detection of bladder cancer through the cystoscopy procedure. Vesica AI is the result of a collaboration between the University of Tsukuba Hospital in the Ibaraki-prefecture, Japan, and the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), a Japanese public agency promoting scientific development.(From left) Olympus Corporation Asia Pacific CEO Marc Radatt, Vesica AI Co-founder, CMO, and CTO Atsushi Ikeda, Vesica AI CEO Albert LiuOlympus Corporation (Olympus), a global MedTech company committed to making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, partnered with MedTech Innovator Asia Pacific, the industry’s largest healthcare accelerator, to launch and facilitate the OAIP which ran throughout 2023. The program invited visionary startups with a connection to the Asia Pacific region to participate in the OAIP by...

TOKYO, Dec 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi High-Tech Corporation announced today the launch of the Hitachi Dark Field Wafer Defect Inspection System DI4600 – a new tool for inspecting particles and defects on patterned wafer in semiconductor production lines.DI4600 offers improved detection capabilities due to the addition of a dedicated server that offers significantly enhanced data processing power required for the detection of particles and defects. Compared to the previous model, system's throughput has also been improved by approximately 20% through reduced wafer transfer time and improved operations during wafer inspection.Hitachi Dark Field Wafer Defect Inspection System DI4600DI4600 will enable highly accurate defect monitoring in semiconductor production lines, which will contribute to the improved yields and better cost of ownership as the semiconductor production volumes will continue to expand going forward.Development BackgroundIn current social environment, memory semiconductor devices, such as DRAM and FLASH, logic semiconductors, such as MPU and GPU are being used not only in smartphones, laptops, and PCs, but also for generative Artificial Inte...

TOKYO, Dec 6, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the launch of pilot modeling activities to optimize the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in India. The initiative leverages Fujitsu’s Fleet Optimization solution, which uses digital twin simulation technology to streamline fleet deployment and operations.Fujitsu is conducting the activities as part of its participation in the Zero-Emission Vehicle Emerging Markets Initiative (ZEV-EMI) of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) (1). Fujitsu will collaborate with a consortium of global companies and partners on the construction of a data-sharing platform, working together to promote the adoption of zero-emission vehicles in India and streamline planning and investment in EV charging infrastructure. The pilot modeling activity will take place between November 2023 and March 2024.Fujitsu and the consortium will utilize fleet data held by collaborating companies to verify and analyze the optimal number and locations for new charging infrastructure in New Delhi and Mumbai. Based on this, Fujitsu will work with the project partners to propose optimal infrastr...

TOKYO, Dec 5, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Finland and Kempower, a leading manufacturer of DC fast charging solutions for electric vehicles, today announced the signing of an agreement under which Fujitsu will provide both end-user and device services to Kempower as a strategic partner. Under the three-year contract, Fujitsu commenced delivery of its solutions at the end of October.Kempower is a global company headquartered in Finland, which designs and manufactures DC fast charging solutions for electric vehicles and machines, aiming to make the world cleaner and more sustainable. The new agreement with Fujitsu will allow Kempower to outsource its end user services, improving its employees' daily operations and making it possible to shift focus to other business priorities.“We chose Fujitsu for understanding of Kempower growth requirements, proven capabilities for global deliveries, suitable EUS-portfolio and flexibility. At the production phase, we appreciate service quality, flexibility, customer co-creation, continuous development, and strong focus on sustainability. Fujitsu will be a great strategic partner for us”, says Pete Nieminen, CIO at Kempower. “We...

KARIYA, JAPAN, Dec 4, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DENSO Corporation, a leading mobility supplier, today announced changes to its organizational structure, executives’ responsibilities and personnel, effective January 1, 2024.DENSO has stated at "DENSO DIALOG DAY 2023" that it will evolve from being “a Tier 1 supplier that supports the auto industry” to “a Tier 1 supplier that supports a mobility-centered society”, aiming to maximize the value of theentire mobility society, in addition to vehicles. To achieve this, DENSO has announced its commitment to threechallenges: "evolution of mobility," "strengthening of foundational technology," and "creating new value." To materialize these goals, the following organizational and executive changes will be implemented.In terms of the executive structure, two executive vice presidents will assume responsibility for the company's major management resources in the following two areas, accelerating the formulation and execution of growth strategies. Additionally, to strengthen and expand technological development areas that will spur new growth, a Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) position will be established.(Reference) DENSO DIALOG ...

TOKYO, Dec 4, 2023 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that the all-new Triton1 one-ton pickup truck has earned a maximum five-star rating2 in the 2023 ASEAN NCAP3, a comprehensive safety performance assessment for new vehicles in the ASEAN region.Mitsubishi Motors remains committed to its safety philosophy of achieving a mobility society with zero traffic accidents through continued efforts to develop safety technologies and to spread knowledge about traffic safety.The all-new Triton features the high-rigidity RISE4 body that both absorbs energy and minimizes cabin deformation in the event of a crash, as well as seatbelts and seven SRS airbags5 designed to provide high levels of occupant protection. To ensure preventive safety performance, all models are standard equipped with safety features such as the Active Stability Control that prevents skidding and the Forward Collision Mitigation system (FCM) with pedestrian detection.The all-new Triton is Mitsubishi Motors' one-ton pickup truck that traces its roots back to the Forte launched in 1978. In the 45 years since, about 5.6 million units have been produced o...