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SINGAPORE, Feb 26, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Olympus Corporation of Asia Pacific Limited (Olympus APAC), the regional headquarters of Olympus Corporation in Asia and Oceania, today announced a milestone for its iTind™ device with expanded availability across major markets in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, a move in line with its commitment and purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.iTindAlready marketed in the United States and Europe, the iTind procedure is a minimally invasive solution for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate. With a launch in Korea scheduled in March, iTind will become available in six1 markets across APAC.“With our upcoming launch in Korea, achieving wider availability of the iTind device in APAC is an important milestone for physicians and patients in our region. We’re excited to provide increased access to a minimally invasive outpatient BPH procedure for suitable patients, addressing a common health problem for men over 50 with the risk of BPH increasing with age. Symptoms of BPH include frequent urination with a sense of urgency and a weak urinary stream and excessive urination at night. The iTind procedure provides a rapid and effective patient-focused treatment option, with the added benefit of the procedure being able to be performed in a clinic room under local anaesthesia, helping ease pressure on hospital capacity.” said Daisuke Goto, Head of Surgical Business at Olympus APAC.As part of the roll-out of the iTind device across the region, Olympus has designed a comprehensive training programme to support Physicians and to maximise the success of incorporating the iTind procedure as part of their clinical practice.Olympus will continue its efforts to accelerate market development of the iTind minimally invasive BPH solution, providing more patients and physicians with access to this novel procedure, strengthening the care pathway and elevating the standard of care for patients with BPH.About iTindThe iTind, a temporarily implantable nitinol device, supports the relief of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) secondary to BPH, offers a minimally invasive alternative for BPH treatment without the need for medications, permanent implants, or tissue removal. This innovative approach provides a short-term treatment option that reshapes the prostatic urethra and improves patient quality of life. In September 2023, the iTind procedure was included in the American Urological Association (AUA) clinical practice guideline for management of LUTS attributed to BPH. In the United States, two new Category I CPT codes2 for the iTind procedure went into effect January 1, 2025, which enable billing for the procedure at all sites of services.1 Thailand, Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, India, Korea2 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code is a numeric code that identifies a medical procedure or service maintained by American Medical Association (AMA). Healthcare professionals use CPT codes to bill for medical services. About OlympusAt Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide innovative solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states. For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world. For more information, visit https://www.olympus-global.com/ and follow our global X account: @Olympus_Corp.Media contact:Mail: Global-Public_Relations@olympus.comOlympus Corp [TYO: 7733] [ADR: OLYMY] [STU: OLY1] [FRA: OLYS] https://www.olympus-global.com Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Kawasaki and Tokyo, Feb 25, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited, ANA X Inc., Toshiba Data Corporation, and Kawasaki City today announced the launch of a pilot program aimed at achieving a decarbonized society through utilizing each company’s smartphone application. The program will commence from February 27, 2025.This pilot program will utilize a database, developed by the Ministry of the Environment and other companies, to visualize CO2 reductions and provide feedback to residents and workers of Kawasaki City on their CO2 reductions achieved through environmentally conscious actions. This is the first trial in Japan to use this database. The program aims to quantitatively assess citizen environmental actions, promote individual environmental awareness, and contribute to the realization of a decarbonized society.Pilot project overview1. Pilot Period:February 27, 2025 to March 28, 20252. Participants:Residents and workers of Kawasaki City3. Implementation Details:Participants will download one or more participating companies' smartphone applications and register their age, residential area, and other information.Fujitsu's platform will aggregate participants' mobility, purchase and environmental action data from the applications, calculating and visualizing CO2 reductions based on the standardized metric. Participants can view their CO2 reductions resulting from their environmentally conscious actions through Eco Potential, a web application developed by Fujitsu. The aggregation of data from multiple applications into this single application allows for a more efficient and easily understandable evaluation of participants' environmental efforts, fostering sustained positive environmental behavior. The research partners will evaluate the social value of the CO2 reductions created by these systems and determine the key elements needed for wider adoption of the standardized metric.4. Roles:Fujitsu:Development of the platform and the Eco Potential application.Provision of Green Carb0n Club, a Kawasaki City-based application that links real-world environmental actions.Integration of the environmental action data into Eco Potential.ANA X:Provision of ANA Pocket, a mobile application which allows users to earn points and ANA miles for various modes of transportation (walking, cycling, driving, trains, and planes).Integration of the travel data into Eco Potential.Toshiba Data:Provision of data obtained from Toshiba Tec Corporation’s SmartReceipt, an electronic receipt service which digitizes purchased item details typically provided on paper receipts.Integration of the purchase data into Eco Potential.The City of Kawasaki:Providing advisory services aimed at fostering behavioral change among its citizens.Providing and coordinating access to a suitable field test environment.PromotionJapan aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, targeting a 46% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by FY2030 (compared to FY2013). To achieve this target, a significant reduction in CO2 emission from citizens' daily lives is indispensable.Kawasaki City has set ambitious targets of a 50% reduction in city-wide CO2 emissions and a 45% or greater reduction in household emissions in the city by FY2030 (both compared to FY2013), actively pursuing initiatives to achieve a decarbonized society.Moreover, Fujitsu, ANA X and Toshiba Data have been actively engaged in discussions within the framework of the Ministry of the Environment's ‘Decokatsu’, a national movement to change people's behavior and lifestyles toward the achievement of carbon neutrality.Under this national movement, The POSITIVE ACTION Initiative (PAI), an initiative to create a new and prosperous lifestyle connected to decarbonization, towards creating a world where citizens actively engage in environmental actions. This pilot program serves as the first step in our efforts to promote the early social implementation of the newly developed CO2 reduction standard metric, contributing to our decarbonization initiatives.Future PlansFujitsu, ANA X., Toshiba Data, and Kawasaki City will continue to explore ways to promote citizen’s environmental behavioral change and implement standardized CO2 reduction indicators. The partners will also investigate expanding data integration with Eco Potential and exploring ways to monetize achieved CO2 reductions, such as through voluntary carbon credits and community benefits.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 in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries (https://tinyurl.com/5n76ynkb) Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 24, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ENEOS Corporation and Mitsubishi Corporation have agreed to jointly conduct a Front End Engineering Design to advance the study of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (“SAF”) production facility at the ENEOS Wakayama Plant in Arida City, Japan (the “FEED”).ENEOS has been studying the feasibility of such a facility since 2022. To advance this study to the next stage, ENEOS and MC, who have been jointly assessing the feasibility on the commercialization of SAF, will work together on the FEED. ENEOS has an established sales network, manufacturing and refining technologies and the expertise in feedstock procurement, while MC has expertise in the procurement of feedstock in Japan and around the world. By combining each companies' respective strengths, ENEOS and MC will accelerate the study with the aim of developing large-scale production of SAF in Japan.The facility, subject to the result of the FEED, is expected to produce approximately 300,000 tons (400,000 KL) of SAF per year from FY2028 onwards, together with bio-naphtha and bio-diesel fuel fractions as byproducts. Its feedstock will include used cooking oil, animal fat, and other wastes and byproducts.ENEOS and MC place a high priority on addressing climate change issues, and both companies are actively promoting initiatives to reduce CO2 emissions with the aim of helping to achieve a decarbonized, circular society. As part of this effort, the companies will move forward with their study on SAF.Reference:(Released on February 21, 2025) ENEOS Selected for the “Support Project for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Production and Supply Chain Development”: www.eneos.co.jp/english/newsrelease/2024/pdf/20250221_02.pdf(Released on April 18, 2022) Joint Feasibility Study on the Commercialization ofSustainable Aviation Fuel: www.mitsubishicorp.com/jp/en/news/release/2022/0000048990.htmlInquiry Recipient:Mitsubishi Corporation Press Relations TeamTelephone:+81-3-3210-2171ENEOS Corporation Publlic Relations Department, Media Relations Grouppr@eneos.comTelephone:+81-3-6257-7150 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 21, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda became the first company in the automotive industry to receive the highest ranking of “3 stars,” as part of the FIA*1 Road Safety Index, set forth by the FIA to enable businesses and organizations to measure their road safety footprint.The 3-star recognition was announced on February 17 at the “Challenge 2030: Achieving the Global Road Safety Goals”, a concurrent event of the 4th Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety which was held in Marrakech, Morocco, from February 18 through 20, 2025, local time.The FIA Road Safety (RS) Index is a new tool designed to enable companies and organizations to visualize and measure the impact of their operations on road safety and achieve more sustainable road traffic. The Index provides comprehensive assessment and evaluation of the safety footprint of each company/organization based on various factors such as their road safety goals, commitment, and the number of road traffic fatalities and injuries across their entire value chain.Additionally, the FIA RS Index system contains two ratings: 1) the “supply chain rating,” which covers a broad range of corporate activities from procurement of raw materials, to development and production of products, and customer delivery of the products, and 2) the “product/service rating,” which evaluates the safety aspects of products/services. Honda became the first company in the automotive industry to undergo audits for both ratings and received the highest rating, 3 stars(2), in both ratings.Striving to realize a collision-free society for everyone sharing the road, Honda has been committed to pursuing safety initiatives, from both hardware and software perspectives, under the Honda global safety slogan of “Safety for Everyone.” As milestones of its challenge, Honda is striving to reduce the number of traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles worldwide by 50% by 2030(3), then to achieve zero traffic collision fatalities by 2050.Becoming the first automaker to receive 3 stars as part of the FIA RS Index represents Honda’s strong commitment to the pursuit of road safety. Safety initiatives Honda has been conducting based on its long-term safety strategy were highly evaluated, as well as the fact that Honda has been tracking the number of traffic collision fatalities and serious injuries across its value chain, by age and by type of road user, as its road safety footprint.Leveraging the knowledge amassed through its long history of safety initiatives, Honda will proactively support the standardization of indexes for evaluating road safety initiatives. Through such activities, Honda will contribute to solving societal issues centered around road safety from the perspective of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and continue its pursuit of safety toward the realization of the joy and freedom of mobility and a more enjoyable and sustainable society. (1) Fédération Internationale de lʼAutomobile(2) The scope of Honda operations evaluated by FIA this time is limited to operations related to motorcycle and automobile production and sales in Japan.(3) Reduce traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles per 10,000 units sold by 50% by 2030 compared to 2020.Comments by FIA Secretary General for Automobile Mobility Willem Groenewald“Safety is at the heart of our mission in both motorsport and for the daily road user. Through the FIA Road Safety Index, we help companies measure and improve their impact on road safety. We are pleased to announce that Honda is the first car and motorcycle manufacturer to achieve the Index's highest rating of 3 stars both for its supply chain and safety-related products and services. Honda has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement in road safety.”Comments by Hideaki Takaishi, General Manager of Safety Planning Division,Corporate Planning Unit, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.“Honda is honored to have our long-standing safety initiatives recognized through successful completion of the FIA Road Safety Index. For over 50 years, we have focused not only on developing safe motorcycle and automobile products but also on spreading knowledge of safe driving and riding practices among our customers through our awareness-building activities. The FIA Road Safety Index has proven to be a promising tool to objectively evaluate the sincere safety initiatives of Honda. We are expecting that widespread commitment to safety initiatives among more companies and organizations will lead to reduction of traffic collisions around the world.” Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 21, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. became the first automobile manufacturer to partner with the United Nations Road Safety Fund (UNRSF) to contribute to global initiatives to reduce fatalities from traffic collisions, including a previously announced commitment of US$3 million over 5 years. Honda and UNRSF revealed the direction of the joint initiatives of their partnership at the UNRSF High-Level Pledging Forum(1), held on February 17, 2025 in Marrakech, Morocco.By combining the knowledge and know-how Honda has amassed through its long history of developing safety technologies and promoting safe driving/riding with the global network of the UNRSF, Honda and UNRSF will support traffic collision analysis and the road safety policies of various countries.Striving to realize a collision-free society for everyone sharing the road, Honda has been committed to pursuing safety initiatives from both hardware and software perspectives, under the Honda global safety slogan of “Safety for Everyone.” Honda is striving to achieve zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles worldwide by 2050, with a milestone to reduce fatalities by 50% by 2030(2).In this partnership, Honda and UNRSF will focus on two key areas – traffic collision analysis and support for road safety policies – and contribute to the reduction of fatalities from traffic collisions by working together with various countries around the world. Moreover, striving to reduce traffic collision fatalities involving motorcycles in emerging countries, which account for a significant portion of worldwide traffic collision fatalities, Honda and UNRSF have made emerging nations, particularly in Asia, as a focus area.(1) A concurrent event of the 4th Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety held from February 18 through 20, 2025 in Marrakech, Morocco.(2) Reduce traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles per 10,000 units sold by 50% by 2030 compared to 2020.Focus of Honda-UNRSF Partnership1. Traffic collision analysis in each country(Understanding the actual situations of traffic collisions and strengthening the monitoring of the effects of road safety measures)To enhance the effectiveness of initiatives taken to reduce traffic collision fatalities, Honda and UNRSF will strive to establish a system for understanding the actual situations of traffic collisions and monitoring the effectiveness of road safety measures in each country. In emerging countries, there is a lack of data necessary for the analysis of traffic collisions, making it difficult to analyze the causes of such incidents. To address this issue, Honda and UNRSF will clarify the types of data that should be collected and encourage each country to gather such data. Moreover, by leveraging the know-how in traffic collision analysis Honda has amassed over many years, monitoring of the effects of road safety measures will be strengthened to enhance the practical effectiveness of the measures. 2. Support for road safety policies in each country (Supporting the institutionalization of traffic rules, proposing infrastructure improvements, and strengthening road safety awareness activities)By leveraging the extensive experience of Honda in developing safety technologies and promoting safe driving/riding, Honda and UNRSF will provide support for emerging countries, particularly in Asia. This will include advocating for legislation of appropriate speed limits, mandatory protective gear (helmets, seat belt use) and licensing systems, as well as assisting in strengthening the enforcement of traffic rules, proposing infrastructure improvements, and enhancing road safety awareness activities.Furthermore, Honda will donate a total of US$3 million to the UNRSF over five years from 2025 to 2030 for the Honda-UNRSF collaboration in road safety initiatives.Comments by Hideaki Takaishi, General Manager of Safety Planning Division, Corporate Planning Unit, Honda Motor Co., Ltd.“Honda has set a clear safety goal to strive for zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda motorcycles and automobiles worldwide by 2050. Toward this goal, Honda is continuing its initiatives to enhance safety and reduce traffic collision fatalities worldwide. For many years, Honda has been committed to safety initiatives not only from the hardware perspective such as the development of safety technologies, but also from software perspectives including the promotion of traffic safety awareness among everyone sharing the road. Through our partnership with the UNRSF, we will integrate the knowledge, know-how and network of both parties and strengthen outreach and engagement with various countries with an aim to achieve the milestone of halving worldwide traffic collision fatalities by 2030.”Comments by Nneka Henry, Head of the UN Road Safety Fund“We welcome Honda as the first vehicle manufacturer to join the UNRSF and its governing body. Their contribution through sharing the knowledge and know-how of a mobility company is one of the largest we have received and will help us direct vital resources to high-impact projects that save lives in developing countries. Honda’s leadership sets an important example for the private sector’s role in tackling the global road safety crisis.”For reference:Honda Report 2024 (Integrated report):https://global.honda/en/sustainability/integratedreport/Honda ESG Data Book 2024:https://global.honda/en/sustainability/report.html Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 21, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo, President: Hidechika Saito), Mitsubishi Corporation, and Yourstand Inc. will introduce medium-size EV truck from March 2025 to reduce CO2 emissions in pharmaceutical transportation and delivery operations conducted by Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation Group company DP Network Co., Ltd., aiming for completely CO2-free electrification of logistics.In this case, an EV charger has been installed at Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation’s base in the Misato area of Saitama, and an “eCanter” manufactured by Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation will be introduced to start transportation and delivery operations to customers in March. Various data related to the vehicle's range and temperature management will be collected for future developments.Mitsubishi Corporation, in collaboration with Yourstand provided a one-stop charging service to Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation, including the proposal of charging location, charger selection, and charging equipment installation. Yourstand’s charging station management system for corporate clients, named “Yourstand for Business” (hereinafter YS4B) will be used for charging management, enabling integrated management of charging times, Real-time monitoring or charging status and CO2 reduction, ensuring a highly convenient operation for customers. Additionally, by using YS4B's charging schedule management function, charging times can be shifted to periods when electricity prices are lower, achieving cost-effective charging.The EV truck will be leased by Mitsubishi Auto Leasing Corporation and MC Retail Energy Co., Ltd. will provide a renewable energy plan exclusively for EV charging. As a result, all CO2 emissions from charging to driving will be virtually zero, and this will contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) Scope 3 emissions from logistics for pharmaceutical manufacturers.In addition to the introduction of EV trucks, Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation Group is working to reduce GHG emissions throughout the supply chain using “MLC Green Action”, a CO2 visualization and reduction service that provides “Emission Monitoring Cargo Route Finder”, an international route search and GHG calculation system, and proposes CO2 emission reduction solutions.Mitsubishi Corporation is targeting the commercial mobility sectors such as logistics and taxis, which require decarbonization, and is advancing the realization of electrification and decarbonization of commercial mobility through cross-sectoral solution development in the mobility x energy field, utilizing Mitsubishi Corporation's comprehensive capabilities, including energy management, fleet management (auto leasing), battery management, and renewable energy.Since its founding in 2018, Yourstand has been engaged in the EV charging infrastructure business with the mission of "enabling cleaner mobility," focusing on "Base charging." Since 2023, Yourstand has been offering corporate EV charging solutions, providing one-stop services from multifunctional charging management through software to the design and installation of charging infrastructure tailored to customer needs.For inquiries regarding this news release contact:Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation Corporate Communications Chamber TEL: +81-3-3278-6652Mitsubishi Corporation Press Relations Team TEL: +81-3-3210-2171Yourstand Inc. Public Relations Contact: pr@yourstand-ev.comInquiry Recipient:Mitsubishi CorporationTelephone:+81-3-3210-2171 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 21, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) today announced the results of the latest NEC Innovation Challenge, a global accelerator program sponsored by NEC and partner companies that invites startup companies across the globe to apply and submit innovative solutions under the four key themes of Healthcare, Sustainability, Digital Operational Excellence, and Media/Entertainment. The first program was held in 2022, making the NEC Innovation Challenge 2024 the organization’s third event. During the application period from August 22 to October 4, 2024, 708 applications were submitted.Eight startup companies passed through the primary screening, interviewing and mentoring phases, then participated in a final screening held online on February 14, 2025. As a result of the final judging after each company's pitch, the winners of the NEC Award, NOFF Award (NOFF: NEC Orchestrating Future Fund), and DNP Award (DNP: Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.) were decided.1. NEC AwardThe winning company may select one of the following options.First option:Provided with opportunities to collaborate with NEC and a 2.2 million yen prize to accelerate collaboration.Second option:Opportunity to explore business development in Japan with support from NEC. Travel expenses up to 2.2 million yen and collaboration assistance with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders.Winning startupCompany name (country): new windowPrevu3D Inc. (Canada)Theme: Digital Operational ExcellenceOverview: Converts point cloud data from factories and plants into high-resolution, lightweight 3D digital twin spaces2. NOFF AwardOpportunity to discuss investment from the NEC Orchestrating Future Fund (NOFF) which is an ecosystem-type corporate venture capital (CVC) fund managed by Translink Capital.Winning startupCompany name (country): Prevu3D Inc. (Canada)Theme: Digital Operational ExcellenceOverview: Converts point cloud data from factories and plants into high-resolution, lightweight 3D digital twin spaces3. DNP AwardProviding opportunities to collaborate with DNP for POC implementation and/or be able to discuss potential funding support for developing the business.Winning startupCompany name (country): new windowAlgae Scope Ltd. (Italy)Theme: SustainabilityOverview: Develops 100% seaweed-based bio-coating materials as an alternative to increasingly regulated PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)“Congratulations to all the startups awarded at the NEC Innovation Challenge 2024. DNP is honored to have participated in this wonderful program as a Platinum Partner. We were deeply moved by the passion and creativity of those who proposed innovative solutions in various fields. Leveraging our unique strengths in ‘Printing and Information’ DNP will continue to create new value and contribute to society in collaboration with NEC and startups,” said Ryota Chiba, Senior Corporate Officer, DNP.“NEC regards collaboration with startups around the world as an important strategy, and we received many applications for the 2024 program. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who applied. We are delighted to have been able to work with DNP and other sponsoring companies to create new value. We are confident that we can create innovative solutions by combining the cutting-edge products of the winning startups with DNP's advanced technological capabilities and business base, and NEC's expertise. Going forward, NEC will continue to promote collaboration and create innovation,” said Shigeki Wada, Corporate Senior Vice President, NEC Corporation.NEC Innovation Challenge 2024 siteURL: https://nec.agorize.com/en/challenges/nec-innovation-challenge-2024/ About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 21, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has developed a Near Real-time RAN Intelligent Controller (Near-RT RIC) platform and RIC applications that enable flexible and intelligent network control that is compliant with the O-RAN Alliance (*1) specifications for virtualized Radio Access Networks (vRAN).In recent years, as the spread of cutting-edge technologies such as generative AI has progressed rapidly, there are high expectations for the provision of new user experiences that utilize these technologies. As the infrastructure that supports these experiences, 5G networks require high scalability and flexibility to effectively support new services, as well as mechanisms to efficiently operate existing services.In order to provide an advanced 5G network that meets these requirements, NEC has developed a Near-RT RIC platform that enables flexible and intelligent network control in accordance with O-RAN Alliance specifications for vRAN and runs on general-purpose hardware. This makes it possible to dynamically customize RAN (base station) settings according to service requirements and network conditions. Furthermore, as RIC applications that run on this platform, NEC has implemented functions for load balancing between cells, guaranteeing the Service Level Agreement (SLA) for slices, and achieving high reliability with acceptable latency (*2).Features of NEC's Near-RT RIC:The Near-RT RIC developed by NEC can flexibly support functional enhancements such as quality improvement, SLA guarantees, and power saving by dynamically customizing RAN operations in response to diversifying service requirements by adding RIC applications, including the following:RIC Application Examples:1. Load balancing between cellsThe application can quickly resolve load imbalances between adjacent cells, and in environments where network load fluctuates depending on time of day and location, it can improve the throughput of terminals connected to cells with high load.2. SLA guarantee for slicesBy dynamically optimizing the radio resources for each slice, it is possible to provide quality of service (QoS) in accordance with the SLA to the terminals connected to the slice, even in a congested network environment.3. High reliability with acceptable latencyBy using AI to analyze acceptable latency and fluctuations in radio quality, and dynamically optimizing radio control for each terminal, it is possible to increase the satisfaction rate of acceptable latency in environments where there is a high demand for reliability in the arrival of data within an acceptable latency.Moreover, since RIC control is separated from conventional RAN functions and operates on a virtualized platform via an interface that complies with O-RAN Alliance specifications, it is possible to quickly incorporate hardware and software innovations related to AI.By utilizing these mechanisms to automate and make RAN operations more autonomous, it is possible to continuously improve the value of vRAN while keeping Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) down.NEC has also demonstrated the effectiveness of its high-reliability function for achieving acceptable latency in an indoor test environment using 5G vRAN.Overview and Results of the Technical Verification:Using 5G vRAN, NEC built a network for remotely controlling mobile robots (*3) in an indoor environment and conducted a demonstration experiment of an RIC application that achieves high reliability in terms of acceptable latency. By dynamically optimizing radio control for each mobile robot terminal, NEC demonstrated that the frequency of packets exceeding the acceptable latency could be reduced to less than 1/6 of the frequency when RIC was not used.Future Developments:NEC will continue to contribute to improving service quality in the mobile network market, from corporate digital transformation (DX) to general users, by expanding Near-RT RIC applications that improve network quality, save power, and improve operational autonomy using AI, in order to achieve the advancement of vRAN with an eye on Beyond 5G/6G.*Part of the results of this news release is based on results obtained from the "Research and Development Project of the Enhanced Infrastructures for Post-5G Information and Communication Systems" (JPNP20017), commissioned by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).(1) O-RAN AllianceAn international industry organization that promotes standardization with the aim of realizing open and scalable next-generation radio access networks, including 5G.(2) Acceptable latencyThe communication latency that users and/or applications can tolerate.(3) Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR)About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 20, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it has been selected for “Human CapitalLeaders 2024” and “Human Capital Management Gold Quality” in the “Human Capital Survey 2024” jointly conducted by HR Technology Consortium, HR Research Institute (ProFuture Inc.), MS&AD InterRisk Research & Consulting, Inc. and Association to Confirm the Human Investment Value for Enterprise. This is the second consecutive year that Eisai has been selected.In the “Human Capital Survey 2024” (conducted between August and December 2024), 17 highly rated companies were selected for “Human Capital Management Gold Quality”, and 10 companies that were recognized by experts as having made particularly outstanding efforts were selected as “Human Capital Leaders 2024” out of approximately 400 participating companies and organizations. Eisai was highly evaluated for its various initiatives implementing human capital management aligned with its Articles of Incorporation based on detailed analysis of its current situation and future aspirations, proactive information disclosure with unique performance indicators such as employee impact accounting, as well as its measures for facilitating smooth internal communication.To increase the value of our employees, Eisai made a partial amendment to the Articles of Incorporation at an Ordinary GeneralMeeting of Shareholders in 2022, clearly stating that it will strive to “ensure stable employment”, “respect human rights and diversity”, “provide full opportunities for growth to support self- fulfillment”, and “create an employee-friendly environment”. Eisai has also reinforced its human resource initiatives, including the formulation of an “Integrated Human Resource Strategy”, with the pillars of “Wellbeing including health of employees”, “Diverse work style”, “Development and growth of employees”, and “Growth ofthe organization and businesses”, as well as introducing a compensation system based on employee roles since 2023, along with a personnel assessment system putting high value on employee actions with the aim of encouraging employees to growautonomously and motivate them to serve in higher positions. Eisai promotes proactive information disclosure regarding its initiatives on human capital management in its “Value Creation Report” and its corporate website’s “Sustainability” section, as wellas its “Human Capital Report” which has been published since 2023 summarizing its human capital initiatives and KPI linked to its human resource strategies.Eisai is seeking to provide impact to not only our shareholders, but various stakeholders including our customers and local communities by delivering new value to patients and the people in the daily living domain through the activities of our employees who are the only stakeholders who can directly contribute to our corporate concept, human health care.Media Inquiries:Public Relations Department, Eisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

PALO ALTO, CA, Feb 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC X, the Silicon Valley venture studio backed by NEC Corporation’s portfolio of advanced technologies and global businesses, today announced a new partnership with Carbide Ventures, a leading venture capital firm with hands-on mentorship and a proven track record of founding and rapidly scaling B2B SaaS startups.Carbide Ventures is led by an experienced team that brings expertise in growth and fundraising to NEC X’s new windowElev X! programs. Hiro Yoshikawa, founder of Treasure Data, scaled the company to $200M ARR before leading its $600M acquisition by Arm. Dan Weirich adds to the team’s depth with a track record of successful IPO exits.Elev X! empowers tech entrepreneurs with a unique blend of collaboration, R&D resources, capital and access to NEC’s extensive ecosystem to drive early-stage startup success.The partnership will expand mutual access between Elev X! startups and Carbide Ventures’ vast networks of investors and entrepreneurs, providing even more resources and opportunities for new investments from Carbide Ventures and others. Additionally, Carbide Ventures leaders, who have personally raised hundreds of millions, will become mentors for Elev X! participants, offering first-hand insights into fundraising, direct investments and guidance on exploring exit strategies."Carbide Ventures’ leadership embodies the entrepreneurial spirit our Elev X! programs are designed to foster," said Shintaro Matsumoto, President and CEO of NEC X. "In addition to new funding opportunities for startups, this partnership accelerates NEC X’s ability to drive groundbreaking technologies into global markets. Together, we’ll equip early-stage companies to scale faster and thrive in a fiercely competitive world.""Building a company is never easy—I’ve lived it firsthand. That’s why having the right long-term partners is essential," said Hiro Yoshikawa, General Partner at Carbide Ventures. "Partnering with NEC X allows us to merge their world-class innovation expertise with Carbide Venture’s hands-on scaling strategy. Together, we’re creating a powerful launchpad to drive founders from startup beginnings to global impact."Carbide Ventures will join NEC X’s rapidly growing partner network, including leading accelerators, investors, R&D labs, and 6,000+ entrepreneurs. Other notable collaborations in this network include partnerships with Alchemist Accelerator, Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator, SVG Ventures|THRIVE, Sand Hill Angels and more.About Carbide VenturesCarbide Ventures is an early-stage investment firm committed to backing high-potential startups at the pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages. Led by former operators, the firm understands both the excitement and challenges of scaling businesses to $100M+ ARR. Its team’s hands-on experience enables it to provide strategic guidance and operational expertise to the entrepreneurs it supports. With a strong focus on the US-Japan corridor, Carbide Ventures assists companies in entering the Japanese market while also helping Japanese startups expand globally. Its global investment philosophy, enables it to seek out and invest in the most promising entrepreneurs, regardless of location, with a portfolio spanning North America, Asia, and Europe.About NEC XNEC X is an innovation powerhouse and curator of disruptive startups backed by the global technology leadership of NEC. Leveraging 125 years of IT and network technologies expertise, NEC X’s startup-focused approach transforms visionary ideas into commercial successes that revolutionize how we work and live. Since its inception in 2018, NEC X has helped launch and grow more than 100 startups.Their Silicon Valley programs – Elev X! Ignite and Elev X! Boost – equip early-stage startup founders with the tools to fast-track their tech development and adoption. Elev X! fuels startup success from inception to launch, connecting innovators with NEC’s 45,000 patents; global network of partners, mentors and advisors; reach into 55+ international markets; and $8 billion R&D ecosystem.For more information, visit https://nec-x.com and new windowhttps://www.elev-x.com. About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential.For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

MANAMA, Bahrain, Feb 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), today announced the successful completion of the Power Station 5 Block 4 gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) power plant at Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba). This plant is powered by Mitsubishi Power's state-of-the-art, hydrogen-ready M701JAC gas turbine and steam turbine.The high-efficiency power plant was developed by a Mitsubishi Power consortium with SEPCOIII to expand Alba's captive power generation capacity in line with its growth and sustainability objectives, and to help accelerate the sustainable economic development of Bahrain.With a combined cycle output of 680.9 MW, the Mitsubishi Power M701JAC gas turbine represents the first deployment of this advanced JAC technology in a Middle Eastern aluminium smelter, contributing to Alba's decarbonization goals while ensuring energy security for its operations.Mitsubishi Power was able to complete the contract a month ahead of schedule and this new milestone marks the successful execution of the project, reinforcing Mitsubishi Power's track record in the delivery of high-efficiency and reliable power solutions for energy-intensive industries.The announcement was made during a ceremony held at Alba's Power Station 5 site attended by high-level officials from Alba including the Chairman of the Board Khalid Al Rumaihi, Chief Executive Officer Ali Al Baqali, Chief Power Officer Amin Sultan, and Alba's Executive Management Team and a senior delegation from Mitsubishi Power led by Mr. Takashi Tozawa, Vice President, Energy Systems at MHI and Mr. Khalid Salem, President, Middle East and North Africa, Mitsubishi Power. Senior officials from SEPCOIII were also present including SEPCOIII's Vice President, Kong Lingfen.Mr. Takashi Tozawa, Vice President, Energy Systems at MHI commented: "We are honored to celebrate this landmark project which introduced Mitsubishi Power's state-of-the-art power generation technology to the MENA region and we are proud to mark the completion of this significant milestone for our partner Alba. The successful start of commercial operation at the Power Station 5 Block 4 project with our world-leading, hydrogen-ready M701JAC Gas Turbine is a testament to our dedication to support our customers meet their energy goals as well as to decarbonizing heavy industry. This milestone not only underscores our strong collaboration but also plays a pivotal role in advancing Bahrain's Economic Vision 2030 and building a sustainable energy future for the Kingdom."Mr. Khalid Al Rumaihi, Chairman of Alba's Board of Directors added: "Power Station 5 Block 4 isn't just an expansion of our power capacity, it's a testament for Alba's vision for a sustainable future, and a powerful symbol of what is possible when innovation and partnership converge. This Project, delivered ahead of schedule thanks to the dedication of our teams and partners like Mitsubishi Power and SEPCOIII, propels us forward on our journey to a greener Bahrain, demonstrating that industrial growth and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand."As part of the agreement, Mitsubishi Power will continue supporting Alba through a Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA), ensuring high availability, reliability, and performance of the gas turbine. This ensures that Alba can maintain uninterrupted and efficient power generation, critical for sustaining its aluminium production and supporting Bahrain's industrial growth.Mitsubishi Power is committed to advancing energy solutions for utility and industrial application aligned with decarbonization and economic sustainability goals. Through its innovative gas turbine technologies and digital analytics solutions, Mitsubishi Power supports energy-intensive industries across the MENA region in achieving greater efficiency, resilience, and carbon reduction. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today made its first global release of specifications for Honda Next Generation Fuel Cell Module and Honda Fuel Cell Power Generator at H2 & FC EXPO – the 23rd Int’l Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Expo – which started today at Tokyo Big Sight, Japan.Mass production of the Honda Next Generation Fuel Cell Module is scheduled to begin in 2027 (fiscal year ending March 31, 2028), with mass production of the Honda Fuel Cell Power Generator scheduled to begin in 2026. Honda Next Generation Fuel Cell ModuleThe Honda Next Generation Fuel Cell Module unveiled today is being independently developed by Honda as a successor to the current model Honda jointly developed with General Motors (GM).In addition to achieving a rated output of 150 kW, the Honda Next Generation Fuel Cell Module will feature half of the production cost and more than double the durability compared to the current model. Moreover, the module was downsized by increasing the volumetric power density(1) by more than three times, which increased the flexibility of installation layouts.By further expanding domains for application of the system and sales regions of this next-generation fuel cell module, Honda is striving to make a greater contribution to the realization of a sustainable, energy-oriented society. - CLARITY FUEL CELL equipped model:First-generation Honda FC module introduced in 2016; production discontinued in 2019.- CR-V equipped model:Current FC module codeveloped with GM and installed in CR-V e:FCEV in 2024. Honda Fuel Cell Power GeneratorThe Honda Fuel Cell Power Generator, scheduled for mass production in 2026, is a stationary power storage system capable of supplying hydrogen-derived, clean electricity to large facilities such as factories and offices. It utilizes the fuel cell also being used for the Honda CR-V e:FCEV fuel cell vehicle.The compact size of the Honda Fuel Cell Power Generator realized through the optimization of the design of its cooling system and internal layout enables flexible fit to the installation environments of each customer. Moreover, to promptly provide highly reliable backup power, the Honda Fuel Cell Power Generator is being developed to feature high responsiveness that enables it to begin supplying power within 10 seconds of startup.In addition to supplying power that accommodates the diverse power needs of customers through this product, Honda will contribute to the decarbonization initiatives of customers by offering comprehensive support ranging from product installation to after-sales service. (1) Volumetric Power Density: The amount of electrical energy that can be output per unit volume.About Honda hydrogen businessHonda was one of the first companies to focus on the potential of hydrogen toward the realization of a carbon-neutral society and has been conducting research and development of hydrogen technologies and FCEVs for more than 30 years.Working toward the realization of carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities Honda is involved in by 2050, Honda has identified four core domains for its fuel cell system application – fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), commercial vehicles, stationary power generator and construction machinery – and has been working to further expand opportunities for its hydrogen business to grow it as one of the new core businesses of Honda. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 18, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Osaka Gas Co., Ltd. (Osaka Gas) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) today initiated operations for CO2NNEX®, the city gas industry's first digital platform to enhance visibility in carbon dioxide (CO2) trading and facilitate the transfer and management of Clean Gas Certificates, which certify the environmental value of e-methane,(1) allowing for use of the system during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (the Expo).(2)The CO2NNEX platform will be used during the Expo to support Osaka Gas' e-methane production and utilization demonstration(3) by accumulating data and providing visibility on the amount of e-methane biogas produced, as well as its raw materials (CO2 and H2), and CO2 emissions throughout the life cycle. It will also be utilized to manage utilization of the clean gas certificates generated by the demonstration. The clean gas certificates for the e-methane and biogas produced by Toho Gas Co., Ltd., Nihon Gas Co., Ltd., and Hokuriku Gas Co., Ltd. will be transferred through the platform and used for the natural gas supplied by Osaka Gas to the Expo site, contributing to the carbon neutrality of the Expo. The Gas Pavilion and Expo demonstration area presented by the Japan Gas Association will also feature videos for visitors introducing the forward-thinking initiatives by the city gas industry to systematize the transfer of clean gas certificates. (Fig. 1)Fig. 1: System for transfer of Clean Gas Certificate through CO2NNEXTo ensure efficient operation of the platform, Osaka Gas and MHI solicited advice from the Japan Gas Association, and held discussions with Toho Gas, Nihon Gas, and Hokuriku Gas, the companies that will use CO2NNEX for exchange of clean gas certificates for the Expo, as well as with INPEX CORPORATION, which acted as advisor during the proof of concept stage for the system.(4) The aim of these measures was to enhance user convenience and reliability in the transfer and management of clean gas certificates.Along with the reuse of CO2 (CCU(5)), such as for e-methane and recycled carbon fuels (e-fuel, SAF, Green LPG), practical applications for CO2 storage (CCS(6)) technology are expected to emerge in the future. Osaka Gas and MHI are also considering implementing the CO2NNEX digital platform for CO2distribution management in the CCS demonstration project currently being developed, with the aim of utilizing it as a management system for the establishment of the CO2 value chain. (Fig. 2)Fig. 2: Conceptual image of the CO2 value chainPrivate sector utilization of Clean Gas Certificates came into effect on April 1, 2024, and efforts to convert the environmental value of e-methane and biogas produced in Japan into Clean Gas Certificates are gaining momentum. Since the volume of transactions, such as those for the Expo demonstration, is expected to increase further in the future, a system for the transfer and management of clean gas certificates is required. Osaka Gas and MHI will utilize the results from CO2NNEX at the Expo to support the practical application of e-methane technology across society, and contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral world by 2030.(1) 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.(2) For details on the implementation of CO2NNEX at Expo 2025, see the following press release: "Osaka Gas and MHI to Implement the CO2NNEX® Digital Platform for Managing and Transferring the Environmental Value of e-Methane at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan" (September 25, 2024)www.osakagas.co.jp/en/whatsnew/__icsFiles/afieldfile/2024/09/24/240925.pdfwww.mhi.com/news/24092501.html (3) Osaka Gas' e-methane production and utilization demonstration is a project to build and demonstrate a hydrogen supply chain in urban areas based on methanation using hydrogen derived from renewable energy, and biogas derived from food waste. The project was selected by Japan's Ministry of the Environment for its "Demonstration Project to Build a Model for Lowering the Cost of Hydrogen Supply Using Existing Infrastructure."(4) CO2NNEX Proof of Concept is a project conducted in 2022 that demonstrated the feasibility of a system to enable the transfer and management of clean gas certificates from the standpoint of CO2 emissions in the e-methane supply chain.(5) CCU: Carbon dioxide Capture and Utilization(6) CCS: Carbon dioxide Capture and Storage(7) H-to-A industry: Hard-to-abate industryaAbout Osaka GasOsaka Gas aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its group under the Carbon Neutral Vision the company announced in 2021. Osaka Gas is developing technologies and services that drive the decarbonization of society. As a company serving customers for their life and business advancement, Osaka Gas is actively addressing climate change and other social challenges.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.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 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Orchestrating Future Fund(1), an ecosystem-based corporate venture capital (CVC) fund, has invested in Aetion, Inc.(2), a U.S.-based provider of healthcare platforms. In addition, NEC and Aetion have started discussions for collaboration in the Real World Data (RWD)(3) / Real World Evidence (RWE)(4) business in drug development.In recent years, the medical field has witnessed a growing demand for the utilization of RWD/RWE to evaluate the safety and efficacy of drug development and to enhance the efficiency of the development and approval processes. However, several challenges persist in leveraging RWD/RWE, including data collection, standardization of data quality and analytical methods, and regulatory compliance.Aetion is a global leader in RWE platforms. The Aetion Evidence Platform® (AEP) is utilized by numerous organizations worldwide, including pharmaceutical companies, regulatory authorities, insurers, and healthcare institutions. AEP enables the standardization, quality assurance, and transparency of RWD, facilitating rapid and accurate analysis from a wide variety of data sources. Additionally, it transforms RWD using scientifically validated methods to generate reliable RWE. This approach addresses the challenges associated with RWD/RWE utilization and supports effective decision-making.NEC aims to address medical and healthcare challenges and create new value through its healthcare and life sciences business, including electronic medical records. Aetion has a highly reliable and proven track record in evaluating the efficacy and safety of pharmaceuticals. Synergies between the two companies have the potential to improve the efficiency of the drug development process and the creation of new treatment methods. This investment enables NEC and Aetion to further explore business collaboration in the RWD/RWE business in drug development."The NEC Orchestrating Future Fund invests in startups that are pioneering new markets with cutting-edge technologies and innovative business models," said Shigeki Wada, Corporate Senior Vice President of NEC Corporation. "Aetion's RWD/RWE-based medical decision support can contribute to the establishment of next-generation healthcare and is in line with our vision of contributing to personalized medicine. Together with Aetion, we will accelerate our efforts to create new social value.""As Aetion redefines how healthcare organizations make critical decisions with enterprise-grade technology, this investment from NEC Orchestrating Future Fund demonstrates their vision of how our software can help decision-makers in Japan and beyond," said Jeremy Rassen, ScD, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Aetion. "We look forward to continued collaboration with NEC, innovating together to meet the global demand for decision-grade solutions that drive measurable change across the healthcare landscape."(1) Ecosystem-type Corporate Venture Capital in which multiple companies that share NEC's vision of the future of society, "NEC 2030VISION," participate.(2) Head office: New York, U.S.A. Co-founder and CEO: Jeremy Rassen https://aetion.com/(3) Real World Data (RWD) refers to various types of data related to human health and healthcare delivery obtained in everyday life, such as electronic medical records, prescriptions, claims data, and data from wearable devices.(4) Real World Evidence (RWE) is the scientific evidence about the usage patterns, benefits, and risks of a medical product derived from analysis of RWD.About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 17, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing will continue its mission to make ever-better motorsports-bred cars and put smiles on the faces of fans across the globe by competing with two GR010 HYBRID race cars in the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship, starting on Friday 28 February in Qatar.A crew of World Champion drivers will use their skill and close cooperation with engineers, mechanics and team partners to drive the team forward following TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s goal of developing people and technology through motorsports.Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi and Nyck de Vries will compete together for a second year in the #7 GR010 HYBRID, while Sébastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley and Ryo Hirakawa join forces for the fourth time, aiming for their third drivers’ title together.Eight races on four continents – including the 93rd Le Mans 24 Hours in June – feature eight manufacturers contesting the 18-strong Hypercar class, including Alpine, newcomers Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Peugeot and Porsche. With the GR010 HYBRID, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing will challenge for its eighth manufacturers’ World Championship as well as its seventh drivers’ crown, and sixth Le Mans victory.The GR010 HYBRID broke new ground in endurance racing when it was unveiled as the first-ever WEC Hypercar in 2021. Since then, it has undergone various adjustments to enhance reliability and operability, which have combined with team and driver know-how to maintain a record-breaking run of title success.For 2025, the proven GR010 HYBRID package has undergone no significant changes and will enter its fifth season of competition as a tried and tested competitor. The only visible change to the 2025-specification car is the addition of new mandatory LED panels on the sidepod, which indicate position and pit stop timing to enhance the experience of fans at the track and at home.Qatar is the first destination on the 2025 calendar, for WEC’s traditional two-day Prologue pre-season test and the 10-hour Qatar 1812km race. In last year’s inaugural event, Nyck earned second on the grid, but a challenging race required a strong team effort to earn valuable points with fifth and eighth place finishes.Action at the 5.418km Lusail International Circuit begins with seven hours of testing each day on Friday 21 February and Saturday 22 February. Two 90-minute free practice sessions kick off the race week on Wednesday February 26, including one which ends after sunset. The starting grid will be determined in qualifying and Hyperpole on Thursday (5.40pm local, 3.40pm CET) while the race starts at 2pm (midday CET) on Friday 28 February.For more information, visit https://toyotagazooracing.com/wec/release/2025/rd01-preview/. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 17, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. and Red Bull are proud to support “Red Bull Showrun x Powered by Honda,” a special event featuring an F1 machine showrun (demo run) organized by the International TOP Motorsports Experience Executive Committee [ITOM]. On April 2 (Wed), Honda and Oracle Red Bull Racing F1 machines will run through Tokyo. Red Bull Showrun featuring F1 machine is being held for the first time in six years. The first took place in 2019— when Red Bull Racing started to compete in the FIA*1 Formula One World ChampionshipTM (F1) with Honda’s power unit—on the iconic “Icho Namiki” at Meiji Jingu Gaien.Since then, the collaboration between Honda and Red Bull Racing achieved over 63 victories together in F1, secured the Drivers’ Championship four times (Max Verstappen), and claimed the Constructors’ Championship twice and demonstrated astonishing speed and dominance on the world stage.The Honda and Red Bull Racing partnership is set to conclude at the end of 2025 season.In this final year, ahead of the FORMULA 1 LENOVO JAPANESE GRAND PRIX 2025*2, this showrun event brings the speed, sound, smell, power, excitement, and atmosphere of F1 machines to the people.Come witness Max Verstappen, Yuki Tsunoda, and other racing drivers push F1 machines to their limits in Tokyo. Tickets are required for admission. Ticket and venue details will be announced on the official website. Proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to charity or invested in local community initiatives.*1 FIA: Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile*2 held at Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture from Friday, April 4 to Sunday, April 6.Event DetailsTitle:Red Bull Showrun x Powered by HondaDate:Wednesday, April 2, 2025* Rain or shine; canceled in case of severe weatherLocation:Tokyo (details to be announced on the official website)Program:Demonstration runs with F1 machinesF1 machines:Red Bull Racing Honda “RB16B,” Honda “RA272,” and more* Honda “RA272” will not run in case of rain condition* Additional F1 machines to be announced on the official website once confirmedDrivers:Max Verstappen, Yuki Tsunoda, and more* Additional drivers to be announced on the official website once confirmedTickets:Tickets to be announced on the official website once confirmedWebsite:https://redbullshowrun-poweredbyhonda.com/en/Organizer:International TOP Motorsports Experience Executive CommitteeChair:Princess Yohko of MikasaCooperation:Honda Motor Co.,Ltd., Red BullAbout the FORMULA 1 LENOVO JAPANESE GRAND PRIX 2025For details of the FORMULA 1 LENOVO JAPANESE GRAND PRIX 2025, visit: www.suzukacircuit.jp/eng/f1/ Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 17, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Elfyn Evans and Takamoto Katsuta delivered a thrilling finish and another maximum score for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team as they achieved a one-two result on a spectacular Rally Sweden.The FIA World Rally Championship’s only pure winter event on snow and ice was one of the most exciting for many years. Evans and co-driver Scott Martin did an excellent job to lead after opening the road on Friday, heading a tight five-way battle for victory covered by less than 10 seconds. After a high-paced battle through Saturday, Evans would enter Sunday’s final leg leading Katsuta by just three seconds and with only a further 3.3s back to third-placed Thierry Neuville.Katsuta and his co-driver Aaron Johnston drove a superb rally in contention for a first WRC victory, and were quickest out of the traps on the final morning to win the first pass of the 29.35-kilometre Västervik and take the lead from Evans and Martin by 4.5s. Evans responded emphatically on the second pass of the stage, going 6.7s faster than anyone to reclaim the lead.Defending an advantage of 3.7s into the rally-ending Power Stage, Evans secured victory in style as he edged Katsuta to the best time by just 0.2s and to top the Super Sunday classification by 0.8s. His overall winning margin of 3.8s is the smallest in Rally Sweden history.The victory is a 10th WRC triumph for Evans and his second in Sweden, exactly five years to the day since he and Martin scored their first ever win for TGR-WRT on the very same event. Taking a maximum score of 35 points, Evans moves into a 28-point lead in the drivers’ championship over Rallye Monte-Carlo winner Sébastien Ogier, who did not include Sweden in his partial programme of rallies.Following its 95th WRC win, Toyota has moved into second place in the all-time list of most successful manufacturers in the series. With two one-two finishes and maximum points from the first two rounds, TGR-WRT leads the manufacturers’ standings by 48 points.Kalle Rovanperä is up to third place in the drivers’ championship after he and Jonne Halttunen finished fifth overall in Sweden, plus fourth in the Power Stage and fifth on Super Sunday. Sami Pajari and Marko Salminen took seventh overall in their TGR-WRT2 entry.In WRC2, Swedish star Oliver Solberg started his title bid with a home victory in ninth overall. Driving for the Printsport team, Solberg led a one-two finish for the GR Yaris Rally2 car ahead of Finland’s Roope Korhonen of Rautio Motorsport.Quotes:Akio Toyoda (TGR-WRT Chairman)“The top five within a 25-second gap, and there are three GR Yaris Rally1s among them. The top two are Elfyn and Takamoto, with only a 3-second difference between them, and following them were three previous WRC champions including Kalle. This year’s Rally Sweden was really exhilarating as we started the morning of the final day with this situation.Congratulations to Elfyn and Scott for winning the rally! They have faced disappointing results in Sweden over the past few years, so it’s truly great that they finally won there again. Congratulations also to Takamoto and Aaron for finishing in second place! I assume Taka still has some frustration, but I hope this rally helped change something within him. Next up is the Safari Rally, and I’m counting on him to showcase his spirit of ‘returning to the finish line no matter what’.Both Elfyn and Takamoto delivered fantastic performances during the Power Stage. I was really excited. It was an amazing drive from both. Thank you for the perfect one-two finish! I also thank everyone in the team for building cars that allowed the drivers to compete comfortably until the end!For the next rounds, Jari-Matti will step away to temporarily return to driving in the FIA European Historic Rally Championship that starts next month, and I look forward to seeing his stories with the Celica. Juha Kankkunen will take over in his role as Deputy Team Principal, and his first event is one he has a strong connection with, having won it three times. I'm confident that Juha will take good care of the team and I'm also sure that the team will also support him.”Jari-Matti Latvala (Team Principal)“This has been an incredibly close Rally Sweden and it’s been a nerve-wracking final day for us, watching two of our drivers fighting for the win. I’m really proud of both Elfyn and Takamoto for the way that they fought, and for how strong they have been mentally. We saw that from Elfyn and the way that he responded on the penultimate stage of the rally after losing the lead, and Taka has shown that he is ready to win and able to maintain a great performance under pressure without making mistakes. There were only a few seconds between the top drivers for the whole rally, and to fight like this for three days is remarkable. For our team to have scored the maximum 120 points from the first two rallies, we literally cannot have asked for a better start to the season and we are looking forward to Safari Rally Kenya.”Elfyn Evans (Driver car 33)“It’s been an amazing weekend. We led for a lot of the rally but the margins were always tight and it was never really comfortable. This morning I got caught napping a bit in the first stage by Taka, who really made me fight for it, and thankfully we managed to turn it around and unlock good pace on the next stage. I’m very happy with the end result and to have won the Power Stage as well. It’s been a very good start to the season for us and we couldn’t really have dreamed of much better. Usually after a good Rallye Monte-Carlo it’s hard to score well in Sweden but the good conditions gave us a chance and I feel we made the most of it.”Kalle Rovanperä (Driver car 69)“Overall it’s been a difficult weekend for me. We were trying to push hard but we could not have the pace or the performance that we wanted, even on this final day. It’s a big disappointment but this is the only snow rally in the season and now we need to focus on the next rally on gravel with a completely different tyre and work to be stronger there. I’ve been closely following the battle at the front and I’m really glad that both drivers could bring home the one-two and the maximum points for the team: well done to Elfyn who’s done a really good job, and I’m proud of my friend Taka also.”Takamoto Katsuta (Driver car 18)“It’s been a really nice fight with Elfyn and with the Hyundai drivers not far behind us as well. It’s been a really intense battle for the whole rally and there was some pressure throughout but I enjoyed it a lot. At the end, I’m happy to have done a good job for the team, to bring the car to the finish and score some good points. Well done to the team for this result and hats off to Elfyn, who did an amazing drive on the penultimate stage. Next time I will be ready to push more to try and take that victory. I was able to manage the speed through the whole weekend and this is giving me more confidence for the future and a good feeling for Kenya.”Sami Pajari (Driver car 5)“Overall it has been a really enjoyable rally and it’s good to reach the finish without any big mistakes. It’s still quite disappointing what happened on Friday morning when the tyre came off the rim and we lost quite a lot of time, which then maybe gave us not such a good starting position for the next days. Still, I think we had some nice pace and some good moments, including some top-three stage times, and the feeling has been good. It’s been valuable learning and I’m grateful to the team for the support.”PROVISIONAL FINAL CLASSIFICATION, RALLY SWEDEN1 Elfyn Evans/Scott Martin (Toyota GR YARIS Rally1) 2h33m39.2s2 Takamoto Katsuta/Aaron Johnston (Toyota GR YARIS Rally1) +3.8s3 Thierry Neuville/Martijn Wydaeghe (Hyundai i20 N Rally1) +11.9s4 Ott Tänak/Martin Järveoja (Hyundai i20 N Rally1) +16.8s5 Kalle Rovanperä/Jonne Halttunen (Toyota GR YARIS Rally1) +32.8s6 Mārtiņš Sesks/Renārs Francis (Ford Puma Rally1) +2m09.4s7 Sami Pajari/Marko Salminen (Toyota GR YARIS Rally1) +2m27.0s8 Grégoire Munster/Louis Louka (Ford Puma Rally1) +4m08.6s9 Oliver Solberg/Elliott Edmondson (Toyota GR Yaris Rally2) +8m23.1s10 Roope Korhonen/Anssi Viinikka (Toyota GR Yaris Rally2) +9m05.6s(Results as of 12:30 on Sunday, for the latest results please visit www.wrc.com)2025 FIA World Rally Championship for drivers after round 2:1 Elfyn Evans 61 points2 Sébastien Ogier 33 3 Kalle Rovanperä 314 Thierry Neuville 295 Ott Tänak 266 Takamoto Katsuta 257 Adrien Fourmaux 218 Mārtiņš Sesks 89 Sami Pajari 610 Josh McErlean 62025 FIA World Rally Championship for manufacturers after round 2:1 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team 120 points2 Hyundai Shell Mobis World Rally Team 723 M-Sport Ford World Rally Team 254 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing WRT2 11What's next?The legendary Safari Rally Kenya – the only African round of the WRC – hosts round three on March 20-23. Since returning to the calendar in 2021, the event continues to provide gruelling conditions on rough and rocky roads as well as high speeds across open plains.About Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 14, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) and Mazda Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (Mazda Thailand) held a press conference today in Bangkok, Thailand, and announced their plan to strengthen Auto Alliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd., Mazda’s manufacturing base in Thailand, through investing 5 billion Thai baht and developing it as a manufacturing hub for new compact SUVs with an annual production capacity of 100,000 units by leveraging the strengths of the local supply chain that the company has cultivated in Thailand to date. This will reinforce the plant's role as an export base focused on Japan and the ASEAN market which is expected to grow steadily, as well as strengthen sales in the Thai market where Mazda has been present for the past 70 years.From 2025 to 2027, they plan to introduce a total of five models: two battery EVs, one plug-in hybrid and two hybrids. In Thailand, where the transition to electrification is progressing, Mazda will expand its electrified product line to appeal to a wider range of customers.One of the models is the ‘Mazda6e,’ the new battery-electric vehicle that will be produced by Changan Mazda Automobile Co., Ltd., a joint venture between Mazda and Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd. (CA) in China. The public unveiling of the ‘Mazda6e’ for the Thai market is scheduled for 2025. It is the latest electric vehicle that combines Mazda's strengths in design, Jinba-ittai driving experience, and craftsmanship with electrification and smart-cabin technologies of CA. This model is the product of a longstanding partnership with CA, and will be sold in China, Europe and Thailand.Mazda’s President and CEO, Masahiro Moro, who addressed the press conference, said, “Mazda has built a strong business foundation in Thailand over the past 70 years with the support of many people, including the Thai government. Once again, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone involved. We place great importance on building relationships of trust and empathy with our stakeholders in order to realize our Purpose, which is to ‘ENRICH LIFE-IN-MOTION FOR THOSE WE SERVE.’ Based on this purpose, we will introduce electrified products that are uniquely Mazda and meet the needs of customers in Thailand where electrification is progressing, and strengthen the role of our plant in Thailand to serve as a base for exporting compact vehicles mainly to Japan and the ASEAN market.“Mazda will continue to evolve "the Joy of Driving" based on its "Radically Human" value toward the year 2030, and will strive to deliver "the Joy of Living" by creating moving mobility experiences for customers in their daily lives. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Toyota City, Japan, Feb 14, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today that it has developed a new fuel cell (FC) system, its third-generation fuel cell system (3rd Gen FC System), as part of its continued efforts toward the realization of a hydrogen society.The all-new 3rd Gen FC System is designed to meet the particular needs of the commercial sector with the same durability as conventional diesel-powered engines. Additionally, the new system features significant improvements in performance, including fuel efficiency and a significant reduction in costs compared to the prior version. In addition to passenger vehicles, the 3rd Gen FC System will be expanded for use in heavy-duty commercial vehicles, and is planned for introduction in markets mainly in Japan, Europe, North America, and China after 2026 at the earliest.The 3rd Gen FC System will be unveiled for the first time on Wednesday, February 19 at the H2 & FC EXPO (International Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Expo) in Tokyo, Japan.Toyota views hydrogen as an important fuel in pursuit of carbon neutrality and is actively collaborating with partners across various industries. Toyota has been promoting various initiatives in the areas of "Create, Transport, Store, and Use" hydrogen in relation to its R&D activities. To further accelerate the use cases and adoption of FC technology to achieve a hydrogen society, the continuous evolution of FC technology is necessary, and this 3rd Gen FC system represents a significant step-change.Overview of 3rd Gen FC SystemIn 2014, Toyota launched the MIRAI fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV),and has since sold approximately 28,000 units across more than 30 countries and territories. Additionally, since 2019, Toyota began supplying FC systems for use in other applications, such as buses, railroads, and stationary power generators, supplying more than 2,700 units to more than 100 customers globally.In Japan, Toyota works with many partners, particularly in Tokyo and Fukushima prefectures, to implement these systems in the commercial sector and help create a hydrogen society. The new 3rd Gen FC System was developed based on customer feedback and insights from proof-of-concepts and demonstration tests over the past several years.The main features of the 3rd Gen FC System follow:1. Main Features- Improvement in durability, up to 2x (two times) that of the prior generation, achieving durability comparable to diesel engines and maintenance-free design.- Improvement in fuel efficiency of 1.2x that of the prior generation, allowing for a 20% more cruising range.- Significant cost reduction through innovations in cell design and manufacturing processes.2. Expansion of line-upThe 3rd Gen FC System can be installed in a variety of commercial vehicles, passenger cars, and general-purpose applications, such as stationary generators, rail, and ships. For passenger vehicles, the improved fuel efficiency provides greater cruising range for further peace of mind. For heavy-duty commercial vehicles, the new FC system offers a level of durability comparable to diesel engines and high power. In addition, by designing the system to be more compact, it can be more easily integrated into various commercial vehicles.Toyota will continue efforts toward the realization of a hydrogen society in collaboration with local governments and other companies, associations, and organizations.Overview of H2 & FC EXPODateFebruary 19-21, 2025VenueTokyo Big Sight (Koto-ku, Tokyo)Main exhibits3rd Gen FC system (World Premiere), water electrolysis stack, portable hydrogen cartridges, etc.EventsPresentation planned at the Toyota booth on Wednesday, February 19, 14:00-14:20"Toyota's Efforts towards realizing a hydrogen society" (tentative)By Mitsumasa Yamagata, President, Hydrogen FactoryAbout Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 14, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Oita University and Eisai Co., Ltd. (Eisai) announced today the development of a machine learning model to predict amyloid beta(1)(Aβ) accumulation in the brain, combining background data such as age, gender, smoking history and medical history, as well as general blood test and MMSE(2) items. This model is expected to enable primary care physicians to predict the accumulation of brain Aβ, which is an important pathological factor of Alzheimer's disease(3) (AD), during routine medical examinations and to facilitate simple early screening for AD.The details of this model were published in the online edition of the peer-reviewed medical journal Alzheimer's Research & Therapy on January 21, 2025.Currently, although brain Aβ accumulation can be detected by positron emission tomography(4) (amyloid PET) and cerebrospinal fluid testing(5) (CSF testing), the high cost and invasiveness of these tests are recognized as issues. Therefore, in recent years,numerous studies have been conducted on various AD- related blood biomarkers as a more convenient screening method. However, there is almost no research evaluating the predictive performance of models for brain Aβ accumulation using routineclinical data. This study is the first to develop a machine learning model for prediction of amyloid PET positivity using 34 clinical data items consisting of background data (such as age, gender, smoking history, and medical history), general blood test data (such as kidney function, liver function, and thyroid function), and MMSE items, which are routinely collected in dementia care. The evaluation metric of the prediction model, the Area Under the Curve (AUC), was 0.70 for the model combining background data and general blood test data, and 0.73 for the model combining background data, general blood test data, and MMSE data, indicating a certain level of predictive accuracy.Anti-Aβ antibody has been shown to potentially provide greater benefit when treatment is initiated at an earlier stage of AD1 ,making early detection of Aβ accumulation in the brain crucial. This machine learning model can predict brain Aβ accumulation using clinical data that can be collected during routine medical care, and so is expected to be widely used by primary care physicians for early screening of AD.By utilizing the model to determine the necessity of amyloid PET and CSF tests, it is anticipated to lead to early diagnosis andtreatment initiation for AD, as well as a reduction in the economic and physical burden on patients.(1) Amyloid beta: A protein viewed as a cause of Alzheimer's disease, which accumulates in the brain for about 20 years prior to the onset of the disease and forms senile plaques(2) MMSE (Mini-Mental State Examination): A method for evaluating cognitive function. It consists of evaluation items such as orientation, memory, attention/calculation, delayed recall, naming, repetition, comprehension, reading, writing, and figure copying, and is evaluated between 30 to 0 points (normal to severe).(3) Alzheimer's disease: the most common cause of dementia, and its pathological characteristics include senile plaques, neurofibrillary tangles, and neuronal cell death(4) Amyloid PET: a brain imaging test visualizing Aβ accumulation in the brain(5) Cerebrospinal fluid testing: A test analyzing cerebrospinal fluid for Aβ42, phosphorylated tau, and total tau as biomarkers of Alzheimer's diseaseBackground and Outline of ResearchAs Japan has become a super-aging society with the rise in the number of dementia patients over the age of 65, the developmentof new therapeutic agents for AD, the most common cause of dementia, is an urgent issue. In AD, accumulation of Aβ in the brain is apathological event that precedes onset. It has been shown that anti-Aβ antibody could offer greater benefit if treatment is initiated atearlier stages of AD1, highlighting the importance of earlier detection of Aβ accumulation in the brain. While imaging such as amyloid PET useful for AD diagnosis and fluid biomarkers are used for detection, these methods have challenges related to invasiveness and cost.Therefore, many machine learning-based brain Aβ prediction models have been developed as simpler screening tools, but oftenthese models incorporate markers not measured in routine clinical practice, such as imaging data and ApoE genotype. This study is the first to attempt the development of a machine learning model to predict amyloid PET positivity using only background dataand general blood test results routinely collected in dementia care.Results and Significance of ResearchThis research utilized outpatient data from Oita University Hospital collected between September 2012 and November 2017, anddata from a prospective cohort study (USUKI STUDY) on the elderly without dementia aged 65 and older living in Usuki City, Oita Prefecture, conducted between October 2015 and November 2017. The prediction model was created using three machine learningtechniques: Support Vector Machine, Elastic Net, and L2 regularization logistic regression, combining 12 items on participants'backgrounds (age, gender, smoking history, medical history - hypertension, dyslipidemia, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, thyroid disease), 11 general blood test items (kidney function, liver function, thyroid function, etc.), and 11 MMSE item scores of 262 individuals (136 men, 126 women, median age 73.8 years) with mild cognitive impairment or normal cognitive function, and evaluating the model’s performance.For the prediction performance using L2 regularization logistic regression, both the model combining participant backgrounds and MMSE items and the model combining participant backgrounds and general blood tests showed an AUC of 0.70, indicating similarperformance. Furthermore, the model that combined all of these elements (participant backgrounds, general blood tests, and MMSEitems) showed an improved performance with an AUC of 0.73. Analyzing the key factors contributing to the prediction of Aβ accumulation identified delayed recall and place orientation among MMSE items, age, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and mean corpuscular volume as important factors.Academic Paper:Title: Machine learning models for dementia screening to classify brain amyloid positivity on positron emission tomography using blood markers and demographic characteristics: a retrospective observational studyAuthors: Noriyuki Kimura (Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University), Kotaro Sasaki (Eisai Co., Ltd), TeruakiMasuda (Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University), Takuaki Ataka (Department of Neurology, Faculty ofMedicine, Oita University), Mariko Matsumoto (Eisai Co., Ltd.), Mika Kitamura (Eisai Co., Ltd.), Yosuke Nakamura (Eisai Co., Ltd.), Etsuro Matsubara (Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University)Publisher: Alzheimer's Research & TherapyPlease direct any interview requests or inquiries to the contact information provided below For further information or any inquiries regarding this study Noriyuki Kimura, Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medicine, Oita University TEL: +81-(0)97-586-5814, FAX: +81-(0)97-586-6502Email：naika3@oita-u.ac.jpMedia Inquiries:Oita UniversityPublic Relations Section, General Affairs Division, Department of General AffairsTEL: +81-(0)97-554-7376Eisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations Department TEL: +81-(0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (“Nissan”), Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (“Honda”), and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (“Mitsubishi Motors”) today agreed to terminate their MOU regarding the consideration of the structure for a tripartite collaboration, in light of the termination of the MOU signed on December 23 last year regarding the consideration of a business integration between Nissan and Honda.Going forward, the three companies will collaborate within the framework of a strategic partnership aimed at the era of intelligence and electrified vehicles. This framework was established with the MOU signed on August 1 last year, striving to create new value and maximize the corporate value of each company. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ANA InterContinental Tokyo unveils its transformational 15-month renovation. Redesigned for today’s modern luxury traveller, the hotel presents 801 revitalised rooms alongside new dining and social concepts. This marks the beginning of the next chapter in the property’s over 35-year legacy, further cementing InterContinental’s reputation as a leader of approachable luxury hospitality, ensuring that guests can continue to explore the world while feeling right at home.Club InterContinental Mizu SuiteCascade CafeANA InterContinental Tokyo’s redesigned rooms seamlessly harmonise Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary elegance, ensuring every guest experiences rest and relaxation. Motifs highlight the concept of 'origami' to embody the essence of 'unfolding Tokyo' as guests do when discovering their destination.Dining and social spaces have been designed to create environments where both guests and locals can satisfy their desire for knowledge and culturally rich experiences. The ambiance at the renowned MIXX Bar & Lounge is elevated for extraordinary celebrations, while the expanded Club InterContinental Lounge, now spanning two dedicated floors — provides an exclusive space to work, meet, or socialise, while overlooking Tokyo’s dynamic cityscape. The new Genever Lobby Bar, rejuvenated Cascade Cafe, and transformed Atrium Lounge each uniquely reflect Japan’s rich traditions and captivating culture.Michael Janssen, General Manager of ANA InterContinental Tokyo, commented: “This transformation marks an exciting new chapter for ANA InterContinental Tokyo, enhancing the guest experience with refined elegance. Every detail, from the exquisitely redesigned rooms to the dynamic dining and social venues, has been thoughtfully curated to captivate and inspire today’s modern luxury traveller. We remain committed to delivering an unparalleled five-star experience for the traveller of today and tomorrow, combining world-class service with timeless sophistication to create extraordinary moments that create lasting memories long cherished for many years after our guests have checked out.”The renovation of ANA InterContinental Tokyo brings to life the hallmarks of the InterContinental brand’s evolution, which is being rolled out globally. As the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, InterContinental has been pioneering travel experiences for over 75 years. This transformative, end-to-end brand evolution is reimagining the luxury travel experience for today’s modern luxury traveller, rooted in the brand’s core belief that travel has the power to expand minds and connect cultures.A New Standard of Hospitality and DesignSituated in the heart of Tokyo, ANA InterContinental Tokyo embodies the city’s vibrant energy through thoughtfully designed elements that celebrate Japanese heritage. Redesigned guest rooms feature geometric patterns inspired by origami, complemented by custom carpeting that pays homage to cherry blossoms, set against a backdrop of traditional hues such as Sakura pink and pale indigo (kamenozoki).The redesigned rooms also introduce two exclusive suite categories — Mizu and Sora Suites — which offer an elevated Japanese aesthetic with contemporary comforts. This variety, attention to detail, and thoughtful design ensure that each stay provides an authentic yet modern interpretation of Japan’s rich cultural tapestryElevating the Club InterContinental ExperienceThe Club InterContinental Lounge has been expanded across the 35th and 36th floors. Inspired by the tranquillity of a Japanese garden, the newly introduced 36th floor harmoniously blends traditional tea ceremony elements with modern sophistication high above the city.Guests staying in Club InterContinental Rooms and Suites can enjoy exclusive privileges, including personalised service, a bespoke breakfast, all-day refreshments, curated cultural activities, and thoughtfully designed menus for little ones.Reimagined Culinary and Social ExperiencesThe hotel’s extensive renovation goes beyond accommodations, redefining its dining and gathering spaces to offer an unparalleled culinary journey in the heart of Tokyo.Cascade Cafe has been reimagined with an open and immersive design, inviting guests on a global culinary journey featuring dishes from over 10 countries. Enhanced by interactive cooking stations, the buffet concept offers an engaging experience where guests can witness authentic culinary techniques first-hand.Atrium Lounge unveils a sophisticated new design alongside the innovative ‘Marketplace’ concept, seamlessly blending convenience with luxury. Mobile ordering enhances the dining experience, while the ever-popular seasonal Afternoon Tea remains a highlight for both locals and international visitors.Genever Lobby Bar the hotel’s latest addition offers a cosy yet refined setting where tradition meets innovation. Signature gin-based cocktails include the exclusive Last Elysium, a sustainable in-house creation made from sake kasu and orange peels reflecting a commitment to sustainability and exceptional quality.MIXX Bar & Lounge perched on the 36th floor, has been revitalised to enhance its panoramic skyline views, offering an elevated dining and social experience in an ambience that effortlessly blends luxury with contemporary vibrancy.Together, these enhancements reaffirm ANA InterContinental Tokyo’s position as a leading luxury destination for refined stays, business gatherings, and social celebrations. With an unwavering commitment to hospitality excellence, cultural authenticity, and contemporary innovation, ANA InterContinental Tokyo continues to set new benchmarks in one of the world’s most dynamic cities.InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is one of six brands within IHG’s rapidly expanding Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio — now the second largest in the world. Today, the brand boasts a portfolio of 226 InterContinental Hotels & Resorts across 68 countries, with an additional 97 properties in the pipeline. With unique perspectives shaped by unrivalled destination expertise, InterContinental opens doors to a world of fascination.Image LibraryPictures for downloadMedia ContactFor further information, please contact: T: +81-3-3505-1698Masako Shibata (Ms), Director of Marketing & Communications: masako.shibata@ihg.comSayaka Yamashita (Ms), Public Relations Supervisor: sayaka.yamashita@ihg.com About ANA InterContinental TokyoANA InterContinental Tokyo redefines luxury with its extensive 2024 renovation, unveiling 801 newly redesigned guest rooms that blend Japanese-inspired origami aesthetics with contemporary design.With 13 restaurants and bars and 22 event spaces, the hotel’s dining and social experiences have been elevated to new heights, enhancing Tokyo’s dynamic culinary scene. Highlights include Cascade Cafe, MIXX Bar & Lounge, and the Atrium Lounge, now home to the newly introduced Genever Lobby Bar.Guests can also enjoy the city’s largest Club InterContinental, spanning the 35th and newly added 36th floor. Conveniently located near vibrant districts such as Ginza and Roppongi, ANA InterContinental Tokyo seamlessly combines elegance, convenience, and authentic Japanese hospitality.For more information, please visit https://anaintercontinental-tokyo.jp/en/ and connect with us on Instagram.About InterContinental Hotels & ResortsInterContinental Hotels & Resorts is the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand, with over 225 hotels across 68 countries, representing more than 73,500 bedrooms worldwide. Founded in 1946 by Pan American Airways' founder, Juan Trippe, InterContinental is guided by the belief in the power of travel to expand the mind and connect cultures.Opening doors to a ‘world of fascination’, InterContinental is reimagining the luxury travel experience with the modern luxury traveller at its heart. Striking a harmonious balance between freedom and familiarity, the brand is dedicated to fulfilling guests’ desire for knowledge and culturally rich experiences, building on its legacy as a beacon of approachable luxury travel.For more information and to book, visit intercontinental.com, and connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd. (MHI Thermal Systems), a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has received top honors in the split system air-conditioner(Note) category of Australia's ProductReview Awards 2025 for its Avanti® and Bronte® series of residential air-conditioners marketed locally by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioners Australia, Pty. Ltd. (MHIAA). The awards are determined based on consumer product reviews on the "ProductReview.com.au" website. This is the fifth consecutive year that the Bronte® Series has been recognized in this category, and the fourth time for the Avanti® Series.The annual ProductReview Awards are given based on brand ratings and overall evaluations factoring in consumer reviews, the total number of reviews during the previous 12 months, and retail availability during the same period. For each category, ProductReview performs qualitative analyses and metric comparisons to gauge the sentiment score for determining a winner. The Bronte® Series scored top in the split system air-conditioner category with 1,159 reviews and a 4.7-star rating. The Avanti® Series also achieved a 4.7-star rating, along with a second-place 977 reviews. These ratings reflect Australian consumers' solid trust placed in the two series in recognition of their outstanding performance and operating ease."ProductReview.com.au" is one of Australia's foremost platforms where consumers rate products and services. Since its launch in May 2003, the website has posted more than 3.7 million consumer reviews. The site is accessed by near 4.5 million visitors per month, making it a major source of information on products and brands for local consumers.Akihiro Nakajima, Managing Director of MHIAA, offered the following comment on receipt of this year's prestigious awards: "At Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air-Conditioners Australia, we strive to deliver products that combine cutting-edge technology with unmatched reliability and comfort for our customers. Winning the ProductReview Awards for the fifth consecutive year reaffirms our dedication to excellence and innovation. We are deeply grateful to our customers for their trust and positive feedback, which inspire us to continue exceeding expectations."Spurred by this year's awards, going forward MHI Thermal Systems will continue to develop new technologies and provide air-conditioning solutions meeting the diverse needs of all consumers.Split system air-conditioners are residential air-conditioners comprised of two separate units: indoor and outdoor. They offer greater heating and cooling efficiency than single-unit type air-conditioners.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 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda today presented the world premiere of refreshed models of seven of its large-size outboard motors, BF250, BF225, BF200, BF150, BF140, BF135 and BF115, at the Miami International Boat Show 2025, now underway (Feb. 12-16, 2025) in Miami, Florida, U.S.A. These new models are scheduled to go on sale sequentially in Japan, North America, Europe, and Asia regions starting from mid-2025.All seven models unveiled today feature a completely new styling design from the current models. The new designs express a sense of luxury and high quality by reflecting the “Noble Motion Form” design concept of the BF350, the flagship model of Honda marine outboards that went on sale in February 2024.In terms of functionality, these refreshed models are equipped with enhanced support features for boat operation, including the addition of the all-new flash mount electronic remote-control system (DBW) and the 7-inch large-size multifunction display. The ergonomic design of the remote grip and the large display enable more intuitive operation. In addition to the cruise control function and the “trim support function,” which automatically controls the outboard based on the engine rpm and boat speed to maintain a pre-set trim angle (boat attitude), these refreshed models also feature the “automatic tilt function,” which fully tilts the outboard motor up/down automatically*1. This enables the customer to enjoy a boating experience as smooth and comfortable at that realized by the BF350.Moreover, the all-new BF250, BF225 and BF200 adopt an oxygen sensor to realize more precise control of the air-fuel ratio, which further improves fuel economy and environmental performance compared to the respective existing models, which were already at a top in class level*2. Furthermore, the workability during maintenance is enhanced by adding a mechanism that prevents oil from leaking into the engine cover when changing the oil filter.As for the exterior color, in addition to Aquamarine Silver Metallic, the symbolic color of Honda outboard motors, Grand Prix White is now available for each of these models, providing a new customer option.The Miami International Boat Show 2025 official website: https://www.miamiboatshow.com/(1) Operation to lift the outboard motor from the water surface or tilt it to the angle at which the boat can be operated.(2) Honda internal research as of February 2025. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the launch of the Fujitsu Cloud Service Generative AI Platform. The new service, which combines data confidentiality with the ease of use of the cloud, will be made available in Japan during fiscal year 2025, with a global rollout planned for the future. Fujitsu will begin accepting applications for a trial of this service in Japan starting February 13, 2025.Generative AI offers significant productivity gains across various business functions from brainstorming and meeting minute generation to automated code creation. However, its adoption in sectors handling sensitive data has been limited due to concerns about data leakage, unintended AI learning, and compliance with internal regulations. Fujitsu's new platform directly addresses these challenges.To ensure data security and compliance, the service combines Fsas Technologies Inc.'s Private AI Platform on PRIMERGY, Supermicro’s GPU servers, and Fujitsu’s Takane large language model (LLM) which is the core technology of the Fujitsu Kozuchi AI service and renowned for its world-leading Japanese language capabilities, as well as generative AI security enhancement technologies to offer an on-demand cloud-based generative AI solution through Fujitsu’s data centers. This architecture manages client data in a private area on the cloud in Fujitsu’s data center, allowing for the secure processing of confidential information.In addition to Takane, Fujitsu plans to gradually increase the number of available LLMs from other companies to meet customer needs.Fujitsu will add the new service to its Fujitsu Computing as a Service (1) portfolio. Fujitsu will provide comprehensive support, from initial implementation to ongoing optimization, enabling businesses to maximize the efficiency and productivity gains of generative AI and drive significant business transformation.Key features1. Sensitive data management for privatelyFine-tuning data, fine-tuned LLMs, and data used for RAG (2) are stored in dedicated private cloud areas for each client. This approach safeguards sensitive information, preventing unintended data usage and ensuring compliance with internal regulations and economic security concerns.2. Cost-effective shared GPU resourcesThis service reduces the cost per hour of use by providing a shared GPU server for inference and training while securing data in a private area. This standardized and shared infrastructure significantly reduces initial deployment costs compared to building a dedicated generative AI environment.For on-premise solutions, Fsas Technologies Inc.'s Private AI Platform on PRIMERGY and Supermicro GPU servers, along with system integration and operational support.3. Secure on-demand access to generative AI through Fujitsu’ s generative AI security enhancement technology and cloud security measuresThe adoption of Fujitsu’s generative AI security enhancement technology allows users to safely and securely use this service. For example, it prevents users from unintentionally accessing unauthorized information via the LLM.Furthermore, leveraging Fujitsu's extensive experience in enterprise cloud security and operations, Fujitsu conducts vulnerability assessments and third-party audits. By providing the service from Fujitsu's JDCC Tier 4 equivalent (3)data center, Fujitsu offers a high-security and convenient solution.(1) Fujitsu Computing as a Service :Suite of easily accessible advanced computing and software technologies.(2) RAG :Retrieval Augmented Generation, a mechanism that allows LLMs to access and utilize knowledge outside of their training data.(3) JDCC Tier 4 equivalent :Meets the highest level of the Japan Data Center Association's standards for data center robustness, availability, and security.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 in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

RABAT, Kingdom of Morocco, Feb 12, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), announced today that it has won a major order in Morocco to supply two M701JAC gas turbines and auxiliary equipment for the Al Wahda Open Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plant owned and operated by The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE).The Al Wahda Power Plant, located near Al Wahda Dam in the Province of Ouazzane in the north of Morocco, will play a crucial role in stabilizing the Moroccan national grid. This peaker power plant will integrate with the country's growing renewable energy resources, providing rapid response to grid fluctuations and ensuring continuous, reliable power supply. Once operational, the plant's two gas turbines will generate a combined 990 MW, representing nearly 7% of Morocco's national grid capacity.The agreement was signed in Rabat at ONEE's Headquarters, in the presence of ONEE CEO Mr. Tarik Hamane and a senior delegation from Mitsubishi Power attended by Mitsubishi Power EMEA President and CEO Javier Cavada and MENA President Khalid Salem alongside a senior delegation from the project's consortium partner, China Energy Engineering Corporation Limited (CEEC).Mitsubishi Power's state-of-the-art M701JAC gas turbines, which are capable of co-firing hydrogen with natural gas, with industry-leading reliability and high efficiency rate, will support Morocco's long-term sustainability objectives by offering flexibility for future decarbonization.In addition, the Al Wahda Power Plant will play a pivotal role in stabilizing Morocco's national grid as the country continues to increase its share of renewable energy year by year. The plant is designed to operate with maximum availability, providing continuous power output to meet the country's growing energy demands and contributing to goal of reaching more than 52% renewable energy in the electricity mix by 2030. Mitsubishi Power's advanced gas turbines, which can handle rapid load variations and frequent start-ups and shutdowns, will ensure grid reliability without compromising the integrity of the equipment. This capability is vital as Morocco eyes additional integration for more intermittent renewable energy sources into its energy mix, further supporting the country's long-term energy strategy and sustainability goals.The Al Wahda Power Plant is expected to begin operation in 2027.In addition, Mitsubishi Power signed a long-term service agreement with ONEE for the provision of parts, repairs and services, to ensure high availability and sustained reliability of the equipment.Mr. Tarik Hamane, Chairman of The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), said: "The Al Wahda Power Plant is a vital step in our energy strategy and through our partnership with Mitsubishi Power, we are pleased to harness the efficiencies and benefits of the company's gas turbine technology to drive operational excellence and sustainability. We are happy to partner with Mitsubishi Power on this project, as their cutting-edge technology will ensure that we meet our growing energy demands while integrating more renewable energy into the grid."Mr. Lyu Zexiang, President of China Energy International Group Corporation Limited (CEIG), a subsidiary of China Energy Engineering Corporation Limited (CEEC), commented: "We are excited to partner with Mitsubishi Power for the Al Wahda Power Plant, a landmark project. By utilizing cutting-edge technology, we are confident that the plant will deliver reliable and efficient power, establishing new benchmarks in both operational excellence and sustainability. Together, we are committed to delivering a power plant that will serve as a cornerstone for Morocco's energy future, ensuring stable and reliable electricity for years to come."Javier Cavada, President and CEO, Europe, Middle East and Africa at Mitsubishi Power, commented: "We are proud to partner with The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) and CEEC on this milestone project that underscores our commitment to advancing the Kingdom of Morocco's energy infrastructure. As the country continues its bold journey towards increasing the share of renewable energy in its grid, the Al Wahda Power Plant will serve as a cornerstone in ensuring grid stability and reliable power generation. Our state-of-the-art M701JAC gas turbines, renowned for their efficiency and durability, will deliver continuous, dependable power even under the most demanding conditions, adapting seamlessly to the dynamic needs of the grid. This collaboration not only reinforces our dedication to delivering cutting-edge, hydrogen-ready solutions but also marks a significant step forward in supporting Morocco's broader vision for a sustainable, resilient energy future. We are excited to continue accelerating our ability to deliver clean, reliable and efficient power generation solutions that support our customers in powering the lives of communities in Morocco and across the region."The Al Wahda Power Project marks a significant milestone in Morocco's energy journey and reinforces Mitsubishi Power's dedication to advancing clean, efficient power generation across the MENA region. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Chigasaki, Japan, Feb 13, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ULVAC, Inc. (HQ: Chigasaki, Kanagawa) is pleased to announce the EWK-030, a state-of-the-art roll-to-roll deposition system designed for lithium coating applications, scheduled for launch in May 2025. Ahead of its release, ULVAC will showcase a panel display highlighting the features and applications of this innovative system at Battery Japan (Int'l Rechargeable Battery Expo)1, to be held from February 19 to 21, 2025.In recent years, next-generation batteries have been widely developed to support the global adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). In 2022, ULVAC was selected for the Green Innovation Fund Projects / Next-Generation Storage Battery and Motor Development (JPNP21026) by NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization) for the development of Lithium Metal Anode Production Technology.2 This product is one of the outcomes of that project and is expected to be utilized in a wide range of fields, including the development and production of next-generation batteries globally.The EWK-030 uses the thin-film deposition technology developed by ULVAC over many years for packaging and capacitor films to deposit lithium film onto metal foils in a vacuum environment. Thin-film lithium formed by deposition is processed under vacuum conditions, minimizing impurities and oxidation, resulting in a superior film surface compared to lithium foils formed by conventional roll press (rolling) technology in atmospheric conditions. The EWK-030 is also designed to maximize the efficiency of lithium material usage, offering cost and environmental advantages over standard deposition equipment.ULVAC will focus on technological development as a 'Field of Potentiality' for the future3, contributing to the evolution of various applications, including next-generation batteries such as solid-state batteries.1 Battery Japan Exhibition Information2 Selected for the NEDO G.I. Fund Project "Development of Next-generation Storage Batteries and Next-generation Motors".NEDO Green Innovation Project Information (Japanese)3 ULVAC formulated its Vision 2032, envisaging an ideal configuration of the ULVAC Group in 2032 while continuing to be a 'Field of Potentiality' for the future. This concept is inspired by the physical potentiality that occurs in a vacuum field: changes in energy and matter. It is also the potentiality of change in the individual, which can lead to the potential to change in the spirit animating society. The ULVAC Group is committed to advancing core vacuum and peripheral technologies and understanding the needs of its customers while addressing social challenges and continuously creating valuable products and technologies.About ULVACULVAC, Inc. has been a comprehensive vacuum equipment manufacturer, providing manufacturing equipment, components, analytical instruments, materials, and services based on its core technology: vacuum technology. Working with customers across a wide range of industries, including semiconductors, electronic components, displays, automotive, and pharmaceuticals, ULVAC is committed to driving cutting-edge innovation and creating new value. For more information, visit: https://www.ulvac.co.jp/en/For more information: Management Planning DepartmentTEL +81-467-89-2023／Inquiry Form https://www.ulvac.co.jp/en/contact/general.html Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 12, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has completed delivery of the 24th and final trainset of the 7000-Series Automated Guideway Transit (AGT)(Note1) system to Hiroshima Rapid Transit Co., Ltd. The 24th trainset has started commercial operation on the company's Astram Line since February 4, playing a key role in regional public transportation in Hiroshima, an international city of peace.The 7000-Series AGT systems for the Astram Line were ordered in 2020 as a successor to the rolling stock manufactured by other companies that have been in operation since the opening of the line in 1994.(Note2) MHI has now delivered a total of 24 trainsets (144 cars). With this final delivery, all vehicles operating on the line will be of MHI manufacture.The 7000-Series AGT has an aluminum structure that makes it lightweight, highly durable, and recyclable, and has been designed with free space and other features to enhance passenger convenience. The 7000-Series is the culmination of efforts among those involved in the project to support sustainable development in the region through "local production and operation," in which vehicles manufactured at MHI's Mihara Machinery Works in Hiroshima Prefecture are operated locally in the city of Hiroshima.Going forward, building on the completed delivery of the 7000-Series AGT systems, MHI Group will continue to supply, both in Japan and overseas, AGT systems with excellent design, economic efficiency, and clean operation free of CO2 emissions, aiming to support economic development around the world, respond to and provide solutions for regional issues such as improvement of transportation convenience, and contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral world. Further, MHI Group will continue to be a reliable partner providing outstanding solutions.1Automated Guideway Transit (AGT) is an electric power-driven, fully automated transportation system used around the world to move people between airport terminals and to nearby facilities. The rubber-tired carriages provide a smooth ride with low noise.2For more information on the 2020 follow-up order, see the following press release.https://www.mhi.com/news/200910.htmlAbout Hiroshima Rapid TransitHiroshima Rapid Transit is an AGT operating company established in 1987 with investment from the city of Hiroshima and other organizations. The Astram Line operated by the company connects Hondori Station in the center of Hiroshima to Koiki-koen-mae Station in Seifu Shinto, an urban hub northwest of the city. The system covers a total distance of 18.4 km, making it the longest AGT line in Japan. The chrome yellow color of the carriages signifies the attributes of "peace, generosity, and idealism," and is immediately recognizable to users as the public transportation system in Hiroshima, international city of peace.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 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Kawasaki and Yokohama, JAPAN, Feb 12, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Yokohama National University today announced the achievement of the world’s first real-time prediction of multiple typhoon-associated tornadoes using advanced supercomputing technology, significantly improving disaster preparedness.The new technology utilizes optimized large-scale parallel processing coupled with the enhanced Cloud Resolving Storm Simulator (CReSS), a weather simulator developed by Professor Kazuhisa Tsuboki on Fujitsu’s Fugaku supercomputer. This allows for a single, high-resolution simulations encompassing both large-scale typhoons and smaller-scale tornadoes, resulting in accurate, real-time predictions.Previously, during simulations of Typhoon No. 10’s tornadoes, which hit Japan’s Kyushu area in August 2024, it took more than 11 hours to predict whether or not tornadoes would occur, making the predictions not practicably applicable. This technology was able to drastically reduce prediction time to 80 minutes, allowing the two partners to predict the occurrence of a tornado four hours in advance. This prediction calculation used only 5% of Fugaku's computational resources, indicating the potential for even larger-scale and faster predictions in the future.The two partners will release the enhanced CReSS to the research community within fiscal year 2024, significantly improving the prediction of severe weather events and enhancing disaster mitigation efforts.BackgroundApproximately 20% of tornadoes in Japan occur alongside typhoons. In response to increasing tornado damage, Japan began issuing tornado warnings in 2008. However, compared to weather phenomena like precipitation, which can be predicted with high accuracy, tornadoes are difficult to predict due to their small scale and short duration. Tornado warnings currently have a validity period of about one hour, and there is a demand for longer warning periods.Fujitsu and Yokohama National University initiated a joint research project in November 2022, aiming to address societal challenges related to increasingly severe typhoons exacerbated by global warming. This collaboration, conducted under the Fujitsu Small Research Lab's "Fujitsu - Yokohama National University Typhoon Science and Technology Research Center Collaborative Research Laboratory," focuses on understanding typhoon formation mechanisms and accelerating and improving the accuracy of typhoon prediction simulations.Accomplishments of the joint research project1. Applied technologyThe CReSS weather simulator, based on a high-precision weather simulations spanning cloud scales (horizontal 50m-2,000m) to mesoscales (horizontal 2km-2,000km), accurately simulates the formation and development of supercell thunderstorms that generate tornadoes. However, CReSS's original design was not suitable for the large-scale parallel processing (thousands of nodes) required for typhoon-associated tornado prediction, resulting in excessively long parallel computation times and rendering it unsuitable for real-time prediction.To address this, a lightweight version of CReSS was developed, significantly reducing computational demands while maintaining the necessary prediction accuracy. Furthermore, Fujitsu's large-scale parallel processing technology was employed, optimizing simulation processing mapping for Fugaku's server network structure and implementing overlapped execution of computation and file output. This significantly reduced simulation time on Fugaku, enabling substantially faster prediction results than previously possible.2. Application resultsPrediction experiments were conducted using CReSS on 8,192 nodes of Fugaku for Typhoon No. 10, which caused tornado damage in Kyushu, Japan, in August 2024. Utilizing 3D spatial data including temperature, pressure, humidity, wind direction, and speed, the simulation successfully reproduced multiple tornadoes that occurred along the eastern coast of Kyushu. Figure 1 shows the simulation results for the entire typhoon, while Figure 2 visualizes the wind and cloud movement in a 20km x 20km area on the eastern coast of Kyushu, clearly showing multiple tornado formations.*YouTube video:Fujitsu and Yokohama National University achieve world’s first real-time prediction of tornadoes associated with typhoons using supercomputer FugakuSeishi Okamoto, EVP, Head of Fujitsu Research, Fujitsu Limited, comments:"We're delighted to share the significant results from our collaborative research with Yokohama National University, a project spanning over two years. This success will further propel the integration of our expertise and technologies. By advancing research in typhoon development prediction and prediction simulation, we aim to help mitigate weather-related disasters and lessen their impact, contributing to solutions for global environment, one of Fujitsu's key materiality topics.Professor Hironori Fudeyasu, Director, TRC, Institute of Multidisciplinary Sciences, Yokohama National University, comments:Fujitsu - Yokohama National University Typhoon Science and Technology Research Center Collaborative Research Laboratory's research represents a major advancement in predicting typhoon-associated tornadoes, a previously challenging meteorological phenomenon. The supercomputer Fugaku and high-resolution modeling enabled high-precision simulations across scales, leading to real-time predictions crucial for improving early warning systems and mitigating the impact of these devastating events. This breakthrough is expected to significantly contribute to disaster risk reduction while minimizing environmental consequences.Future PlansTo accelerate research on meteorological disasters, including typhoons, Fujitsu and Yokohama National University plan to publicly release the large-scale parallel version of CReSS within this fiscal year. Furthermore, based on these achievements, both organizations will work to further improve speed and prediction accuracy, leveraging AI technology. Through these efforts, we will contribute to solving global environmental issues, one of Fujitsu's key materiality topics.Remarks:This research was conducted with computing resources provided by the Fugaku supercomputer through the Fugaku Industrial Trial Project (Project Number: hp240255).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 in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.About Yokohama National UniversityYNU was established in 1949 as a national university by integrating 4 old-education-system schools and has 5 colleges and 6 graduate schools at its campus in Tokiwadai, Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama. YNU declares that it will make every effort to establish a strong footing in academic research and education by upholding 5 fundamental principles:'Be Active','Be Innovative','Be Open' ,'Be Global' and 'Be Diversity' cultivated as the spirit of YNU throughout its history. URL : https://www.ynu.ac.jp/english/special/message/.Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiriesYokohama National UniversityTRC, Institute of Multidisciplinary Sciences, Yokohama National Universitytrc-office@ynu.ac.jp Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 10, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has developed a solution that enables the modernization of tasks, including planning, design and construction work, when telecommunications carriers install network infrastructure such as base stations. The introduction of this solution makes it possible to reduce the time required to build mobile infrastructure, from RAN to core, by approximately 60% compared to conventional methods.In order to accommodate the spread of 5G network virtualization technology (v-RAN, O-RAN, NFV), network infrastructure construction requires modernization to new processes based on cloud-native technology. It is expected that synergies between virtualization and modernization will further improve the level of automation in network infrastructure construction work. This solution responds to such needs, and improves the efficiency, quality and productivity of the virtualized mobile infrastructure construction process.Solution features:1. Provision of professional servicesBased on the wealth of knowledge NEC has gained from building virtualization platforms, the solution analyzes the business processes required when building network infrastructure, from site design to construction, testing, maintenance, operation, and quality management. This helps to support the identification of issues, the formulation of a vision, and the creation of a modernization implementation plan. The solution provides consultation on identifying issues in business processes, making improvements, providing implementation support, measuring the effects, and streamlining the business processes of telecommunications carriers to improve quality and productivity.2. A package of technologies supporting mobile network modernizationThe solution provides a package of technologies that are necessary for automating operations for each process of construction work. This allows telecommunications carriers to focus on implementing modernization measures. The solution is compatible with cloud-native technologies, and is composed of a microservice architecture that develops and links applications as small, independent groups of services. This makes it possible to support open, multi-vendor equipment.3. Real-time confirmation of operational data and acceleration of the feedback cycleNetwork operations staff are able to confirm operational data for all base stations in real time. This contributes to improving communication quality by speeding up the feedback cycle for base station status, as well as increasing operational efficiency.NEC provides the "Network and Cloud-Native Orchestrator" for telecommunications carriers. This supports digital transformation (DX) (modernization, hyper-automation, and automation/autonomy) in network operations, and enables total operational efficiency and optimal operation management (orchestration) from network virtualization/containerization, cloud design/construction to maintenance. Through this solution, NEC optimizes the entire lifecycle of network infrastructure, from construction to operation. This enables telecommunications carriers to quickly expand their service areas and contributes to their profitability.NEC offers end-to-end 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" (*), 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.(*)NEC BluStellar is a value creation model that leverages NEC’s cutting-edge technologies, developed and refined through years of experience and proven cross-industry expertise. It aims to transform business models, address social challenges, resolve management issues faced by customers, and lead them into a brighter future.ShareAbout NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of “Orchestrating a brighter world.” NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.