- TOYOTA GAZOO Racing will introduce the evolved GR Corolla to Japan, with orders accepted from February 4 ahead of the March 3 launch.- The evolved GR Corolla leverages insights, gained by competing in motorsports events such as the Super Taikyu Series, for improved high-speed cornering, acceleration, and cooling performance.- It is also available with the newly developed 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission (GR-DAT) featured in the evolved GR Yaris.- Based on feedback from professional race drivers, evaluation drivers, and Toyota Master Driver Morizo, development focused on an untamed energy that makes one want to keep on driving, whether at the limit or in everyday use.TOKYO, Feb 4, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) has started accepting orders for its evolved GR Corolla, a model that leverages insights gained by competing in motorsports. Orders will be accepted through Toyota dealerships across Japan from today, February 4, and actual launch is planned for March 3. This is the same model announced on August 2, 2024, in the USA, but with Japanese market specifications. The following news release provides detailed information on the features of this evolved GR Corolla.Evolved GR Corolla Makes World Premierehttps://toyotagazooracing.com/pressrelease/2024/0802-01/ for more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/toyota/42165939.html. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- Order intake increased YoY in Energy Systems and Plants & Infrastructure Systems, with largest contributions from GTCC and Aero Engines in Energy Systems and Metals Machinery in Plants & Infrastructure Systems.- Revenue grew YoY in all segments, with largest gains in Aircraft & Missile Systems within Defense & Space.- Business profit achieved strong YoY growth in Energy Systems, Plants & Infrastructure Systems, and Aircraft, Defense & Space segments due to increased revenue, improved margins, positive impact from yen depreciation, as well as rebound from one-time charges incurred in previous fiscal year.- Increased full-year guidance for order intake, revenue, business profit, net income, EBITDA, and free cash flow to reflect stronger-than-expected performance in first three quarters.TOKYO, Feb 4, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI, TSE Code: 7011) announced that order intake increased 10.5% year-on-year to ¥4,968.9 billion in the three quarters ended December 31, 2024. Revenue rose 8.8% to ¥3,547.7 billion year-on-year, resulting in profit from business activities (business profit) of ¥264.7 billion, a 38.2% increase over the previous fiscal year, which represents a profit margin of 7.5%. Profit attributable to owners of parent (net income) was ¥172.1 billion, an increase of 24.7% year-on-year, with a profit margin of 4.9%. EBITDA was ¥382.0 billion, a 28.9% increase over Q1-3 FY2023, with an EBITDA margin of 10.8%, up 1.7 percentage points year-on-year.In Energy, order intake increased by ¥228.7 billion YoY, which reflected continued strong demand in Gas Turbine Combined Cycle (GTCC) and Aero Engines. Contracts for 16 large frame gas turbine units were concluded during Q1-3, the majority of which were from customers in the Americas. Revenue increased by ¥81.4 billion YoY; the largest gains were seen in GTCC, which worked to execute its sizeable backlog, and Aero Engines. Segment business profit increased by ¥67.9 billion YoY due to higher margins in GTCC, increased revenue and the rebound from one-time expenses in Aero Engines incurred in Q1-3 FY2023, together with stable performance in Nuclear Power.In P&I, order intake increased by ¥219.8 billion YoY due to favorable performance in Engineering, Metals Machinery, Machinery Systems, and Waste-to-Energy Systems. Revenue was mostly in line with Q1-3 FY2023 levels. Improved margins in Engineering and Metals Machinery, combined with increased revenue in Engineering and Machinery Systems helped to raise segment business profit by ¥12.6 billion YoY.In LT&D, revenue increased by ¥9.2 billion YoY as increased sales in Engines and Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) offset a decline in units sold in Logistics Systems. The decrease in units sold in Logistics System and additional costs from a supply chain disruption in Turbochargers resulted in a ¥16.5 billion YoY decrease in segment business profit.In ADS, order intake decreased by ¥22.0 billion YoY due to large order volume booked in Q1-3 FY2023 in Defense & Space. Revenue increased by ¥162.7 billion YoY, mainly in Defense & Space. Increased revenue and higher margins in Defense & Space outpaced the negative impact from a drop in 777 unit deliveries in Commercial Aviation, and segment business profit increased by ¥16.1 billion YoY. FY2024 Earnings ForecastMHI revised its guidance for the period ending March 31, 2025, increasing the forecasts for order intake, revenue, business profit, net income, EBITDA, and free cash flow over the previous announcement made November 5, 2024, to reflect stronger-than-anticipated performance during Q1-3. The full-year dividend target remains unchanged.(billion yen, except where otherwise stated)FY2024 Earnings ForecastFY2023ActualFY2024Forecast(Previous)FY2024Forecast(Revised)Revised vs.PreviousOrder Intake6,684.06,000.06,400.0+400.0Revenue4,657.14,900.05,000.0+100.0Profit from Business ActivitiesProfit Margin282.56.1%350.07.1%380.07.6%+30.0+0.5 ptsProfit Attributable to Owners of ParentProfit Margin222.04.8%230.04.7%240.04.8%+10.0+0.1 ptsROE11.1%10%10%-EBITDAEBITDA Margin432.69.3%500.010.2%530.010.6%+30.0+0.4 ptsFCF200.1-100.00.0+100.0Dividends20 yen (Note)22 yen22 yen-FY2023 Actual dividends (¥200/share) shown here adjusted retroactively to 1/10 of original value to reflect the 10-for-1 stock split effective April 1, 2024.(billion yen, except where otherwise stated)FY2024 EarningsForecast by SegmentOrder IntakeRevenueBusiness ProfitPreviousRevisedPreviousRevisedPreviousRevisedEnergy2,000.02,300.01,750.01,800.0180.0200.0P&I900.01,000.0800.0800.040.050.0LT&D1,350.01,350.01,350.01,350.060.060.0ADS1,700.01,700.0950.01,000.080.0100.0OC&E50.050.050.050.0-10.0-30.0Total6,000.06,400.04,900.05,000.0350.0380.0CFO Message"In the first three quarters of this fiscal year, many of our businesses continued the strong performance I shared with you during our last release, with all major financial indicators up year-on-year, especially business profit and net income," said Hisato Kozawa, MHI's Chief Financial Officer. He continued: "Regarding order intake, GTCC and Aero Engines in Energy, and Metals Machinery in P&I were star performers, with total orders exceeding the high bar set during the same period in FY2023. Revenue increased in Energy and ADS, which were executing on substantial order backlogs. Increased revenue, improved margins, the positive impact from yen depreciation, as well as a rebound from one-time charges incurred in the previous year drove the large profit growth seen during this period."We have increased our full-year guidance for most major indicators based on our strong performance during the first three quarters. Notably, we have updated our order intake target from ¥6 trillion to ¥6.4 trillion and business profit from ¥350 billion to ¥380 billion," Kozawa went on. "In the fourth quarter, we aim to outperform this updated guidance by actively mitigating risks while building on the successes of the first three quarters."Note regarding forward looking statements:Forecasts regarding future performance outlined in these materials are based on judgments made in accordance with information available at the time they were prepared. As such, these projections include risk and uncertainty. Investors are recommended not to depend solely on these projections when making investment decisions. Actual results may vary significantly from these projections due to a number of factors, including, but not limited to, economic trends affecting the Company's operating environment, fluctuations in the value of the Japanese yen to the U.S. dollar and other foreign currencies, and trends in Japan's stock markets. The results projected here should not be construed in any way as a guarantee by the Company.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 4, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On Thursday, February 6, Mazda Motor Corporation (“Mazda”) is set to open MAZDA TRANS AOYAMA, an all-new concept showroom offering the Mazda brand experience in Minami-Aoyama – hub of cultural innovation – in the Minato ward of Tokyo."TRANS" in “MAZDA TRANS AOYAMA” connotes "change or transcendence," signifying Mazda’s wish that this space inspire people to take a positive outlook. Guided by the company’s purpose of “enrich life-in-motion for those we serve,” Mazda aims to deliver uplifting experiences to everyone with whom it engages in furtherance of this aspiration. MAZDA TRANS AOYAMA will serve as a space where not only current customers and enthusiasts, but also individuals who have yet to develop a connection with Mazda may tap into a range of information and experience the Mazda brand in the hope that they discover something new and feel inspired.The facility features a café supervised by ITUKI COFFEE, a specialty roaster that originated on Hiroshima’s Miyajima, providing visitors with a comfortable and relaxing respite. MAZDA TRANS AOYAMA will continually strive to enhance accessible and enjoyable content for all with limited-duration exhibits, experiential events, and workshops on diverse themes in addition to automobiles. Actual production automobiles, concept cars, and historic Mazda vehicles will be on permanent display, as will miniature cars chronicling Mazda Motor Corporation’s history. The MX-5 test drives will also allow visitors to envision a life with Mazda.In moving toward 2030, Mazda will aim to continue our research based on our human-centered philosophy, create more moving experiences for people to enjoy while driving in their daily life, and deliver more enjoyment to everyday life which will uplift and energize people.In moving toward 2030, Mazda will aim to continue our research based on our human-centered philosophy, create more moving experiences for people to enjoy while driving in their daily life, and deliver more enjoyment to everyday life which will uplift and energize people.MAZDA TRANS AOYAMAName: MAZDA TRANS AOYAMALocation: 5-6-19 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, TokyoHours: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM (Café (1F) open from 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM)Closed: MondaysInquiries: 03-6450-6691Website: https://www.mazda.co.jp/experience/mazda_trans_aoyama/Key Components*Café settingLimited-duration gallery exhibitions (ACTA+ works)Events (Scheduled events*: “Talk Session: My Personal Style – An Enjoyment of Roadsters and Color” on February 8 & 9, and "Creating Flower Arrangements Together" on February 15 & 16)Vehicle displays (production vehicles, concept cars, historic Mazda models, etc.)The MX-5 test drive experiences, and more*Please check the website for more information and specific dates of upcoming events. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

KAWASAKI, Japan, Feb 4, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the launch of a software analysis and visualization service. Available in Japan from February, this service will support enterprise and organizational modernization by investigating and analyzing software, visualizing black-box application structures and characteristics, and generating design documents using generative AI. This comprehensive approach enables a robust understanding of current systems and facilitates the creation of optimal modernization plans.The service comprises two components: software analysis and visualization, which visualizes the application structure and specifications of existing systems; and software design document reverse engineering, which generates design documents from software. Leveraging Fujitsu's expertise gained from analyzing the system assets of over 600 companies, this service provides comprehensive support, from gaining a robust understanding of company software to streamlining and optimizing software for migration to new systems, evaluating migration difficulty level during mainframe-to-open-environment migration, and even generating design documents using generative AI.Leveraging the core technology of Fujitsu's AI service, Fujitsu Kozuchi, the design document reverse engineering service generates user-friendly design documents from large datasets. This AI-powered service can significantly improve efficiency, with projections of a 50% improvement for retail customers compared to manual methods.Fujitsu is currently advancing the utilization of generative AI across a comprehensive range of phases within system integration (SI) projects, encompassing modernization initiatives and extending from requirements definition to operational maintenance. The strategic application of generative AI to tasks traditionally executed manually by engineers—including the creation of design documentation and source code throughout the design, development, and testing phases—is intended to yield significant increases in efficiency. The Fujitsu software analysis and visualization service, which enables the use of generative AI at the requirement definition stage of the SI process, represents one of the many ways that Fujitsu is accelerating SI transformation by leveraging generative AI to the maximum extent towards productivity and quality improvements.Overview of the Software Analysis and Visualization Service1. The software analysis and visualization service visualizes complex software to facilitate smooth system migrationsThis service supports a comprehensive understanding, streamlining, and optimization of software applications, as well as evaluating migration difficulty level. Through the automated creation of software maps that visualize application functional structures—representing the application as a building depicted on a map, it allows for a rapid and intuitive grasp of the current state of the software. Additionally, it categorizes all software by programming language, identifying unused items and similar source code. In evaluating migration difficulty level, it efficiently selects mainframe functions necessary for the application using a standardized process based on Fujitsu’s modernization experience. From this selection, it extracts functions that pose obstacles to migration from mainframe to open environments and evaluates the difficulty of porting.2. The software design document reverse engineering service leverages generative AI to support the creation of high-quality design documentsDeparting from conventional analysis methodologies that mechanically parse source code line-by-line based on predefined rules and verify against documented results to ascertain system structure, Fujitsu combines the Fujitsu Knowledge Graph Enhanced Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) for Software Engineering to achieve a substantial enhancement in the quality of both asset comprehension and design document generation.This technology leverages a large language model (LLM) to significantly enhance the accuracy and completeness of software analysis and design information generation. The process involves constructing an asset knowledge graph from existing design documentation and static analysis of the source code (obtained through either conventional tools or LLM-based analysis). A proprietary RAG function then facilitates the precise identification and extraction of relevant knowledge for design information generation. This targeted information, combined with the source code, is input into the LLM, resulting in an approximately 40% improvement in the quality of generated design information compared to source-code-only methods.Furthermore, to mitigate the risk of LLM hallucinations, this technology incorporates a mechanism to refine input information and detect instances of LLM forgetting. This results in approximately 95% prevention of forgetting and enables the generation of accurate design information, leading to anticipated improvements in the efficiency of human review processes.Future PlansTo further enhance productivity and bolster support for client modernization efforts, Fujitsu will widely expand the scope of generative AI application. Future developments will include interactive capabilities for verifying current application specifications and assessing the impact of source code changes. This commitment to innovation will significantly contribute to the successful realization of our clients' digital transformation (DX) objectives.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.

TOKYO, Feb 3, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology and Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that Eisai has created the “Guidance on Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline and Nutrition” (hereinafter “the guidance”) and the “Handbook for Developing Home Delivery Meals/Meal Kits that Contribute to Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline” (hereinafter “the handbook”) under the supervision of NCGG. These documents are being provided to food-related companies, including those offering home delivery meal/meal kit services.A healthy diet has been known to play an important role throughout life in growth, development, and disease prevention. In recent years, its potential benefit in the prevention of dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) has also been reported. As the understanding of the importance of early detection and intervention for cognitive decline is increasing, an appropriate diet is considered to be a key element in reducing the risk of dementia.NCGG promotes initiatives both to publish research findings that contribute to maintaining cognitive function and improving public nutrition, and to implement these findings within society. Eisai aims to contribute to the solution of dementia-related challenges by leveraging its 40 years of research and development experience in the field of dementia and collaborating with various partners. Under the supervision of NCGG, Eisai reviewed 8,269 domestic and international studies regarding nutrition and diets that reduce the risk of cognitive decline, applying the results to the creation of guidance regarding the types of diets thatmay potentially reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Additionally, after an objective assessment of evidence associated with themaintenance and improvement of cognitive functions, Eisai created a handbook on developing home delivery meal/meal kit menus from the perspective of “preventing malnutrition and frailty that leads to cognitive decline,” “nutrients that reduce the riskof cognitive decline,” and “nutritional balance that reduces the risk of cognitive decline”. Eisai is providing this guidance and handbook upon request to food-related companies that have agreed to support dementia awareness activities. NCGG and Eisai are planning to expand collaborations with food-related companies, not limited to home delivery meals/meal kits businesses.This initiative also contributes to the realization of a dementia-inclusive society as indicated in the national “Basic Act on Dementia to Promote an Inclusive Society.” NCGG and Eisai aim to improve public nutrition through collaboration amongindustry, government, and academia, contributing to the extension of healthy life expectancy and the creation of a society where the elderly can continue to live with peace-of-mind within their communities.Regarding the “Guidance Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline and Nutrition” and the “Handbook for Developing Home Delivery Meals/Meal Kits that Contribute to Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline”Eisai reviewed 8,269 domestic and international research articles, including those by Director-General of Research Institute Dr. TakashiSakurai of NCGG, considering nutritional interventions recommended by the WHO. Under the supervision of NCGG, Eisai compiled the “Guidance on Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline and Nutrition” and the “Handbook for Developing Home Delivery Meals/Meal Kits that Contribute to Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline” to enable food-related companies to leverage academic insights in new business ventures.Overview of Guidance on Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline and NutritionWhen growing older, focus shifts from preventing overnutrition, which is associated with lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, to preventingundernutrition, which is associated with frailty. This is also the period where the risk of dementia onset increases. Elderly individuals withcognitive decline may have an increased risk of overnutrition due to changes in preferences and eating habits, while some may have an increased risk of undernutrition due to decreased physical function and activity levels, leading to reduced food intake. This makes elderly people with cognitive impairment more susceptible to nutritional imbalances compared to the general elderly population. This guidancereviews domestic and international research on nutrition and diets that reduce the risk of cognitive decline, aiming to delve into what dietmay potentially reduce this risk.Overview of the Handbook for Developing Home Delivery Meals/Meal Kits that Contribute to Reducing the Risk of Cognitive DeclineTypical home delivery meal/meal kit menus are formulated by referring to the Dietary Reference Intakes for Japanese (2020 edition, last updated January 21, 2020) and the Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (8th revised edition) Supplement 2023 (published in April 2023). This handbook is a reference material compiled for those involved in menu development, such as registered dietitians, to provide information on developing home delivery meal/meal kit menus that contribute to reducing the risk of cognitive decline while complying with these standards.Currently, the following companies have recognized the value of this initiative and are promoting development of their menus and services using this guideline and handbook. Eisai also looks forward to collaborating with more companies in the future.*Each company will develop and manufacture healthy bento boxes and meal kits based on the “Guidelines for Developing Home DeliveryMeals/Meal Kits that Contribute to Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline,” created by Eisai under the supervision of NCGG. The development and manufacturing will be conducted by these companies at their own discretion.About NCGGThe National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology (NCGG) was established in 2004 as the sixth national center. It became an independent administrative institution in 2010 and a national research and development agency in 2015. To advance innovative medical care for geriatric syndromes such as dementia and frailty in Japan, the center conducts various basic, clinical, and epidemiological research on aging.About EisaiEisai’s Corporate Concept is “to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits thathealth care provides.” Under this Concept (also known as our human health care (hhc) Concept), we aim to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. With a global network of R&D facilities, manufacturing sites, and marketing subsidiaries, we strive to create and deliver innovative products to target diseases with high unmet medical needs, with a particular focus in our strategic areas of “Neurology,” “Oncology” and “Global Health.”In addition, our continued commitment to the elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which is a target (3.3) of the UnitedNations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), is demonstrated by our work on various activities together with global partners.For more information about Eisai, please visit http://www.eisai.com (for global headquarters: Eisai Co., Ltd.), and connect with us on X,LinkedIn and Facebook.MEDIA CONTACTS:National Center for Geriatrics and Gerontology Public Relations SectionTEL: +81(0)562-46-2311Eisai Co., Ltd.Public Relations Department TEL: +81 (0)3-3817-5120 Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Feb 3, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has presented its "Best Innovation 2024" awards to 21 products, technologies and services that recognize efforts related to the development and practical application of solutions to help resolve social issues. These awards have been handed out annually since 2003, with the aim of encouraging innovation and raising awareness of the need to reduce environmental impact throughout the entire Group.Of this year's 21 award-winning recipients, here we introduce 13 innovations related to the Group's strategic growth areas that will contribute to realizing a sustainable society.Retrofitting Service for Existing Gas Turbine Power Plants to Enable Hydrogen Mixed CombustionMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Energy SystemsMHI received an order for modification services to enable hydrogen mixing at an existing gas turbine power generation plant and successfully completed the modification. Specifically, this included installing additional plant equipment and control logic modifications to the gas turbine power generation facility at the Okinawa Electric Power Company's Yoshinoura Multi-Gas Turbine Power Plant that MHI installed in 2015, in order to control the flow of hydrogen while mixing it with fuel gas. The plant was converted to a commercial facility capable of hydrogen co-firing and successfully achieved hydrogen co-firing operations (on a scale of 30% by volume). This achievement will contribute to the expansion of the gas turbine business as a solution for achieving a decarbonized society.New Large-Capacity Centrifugal Chillers, known as the "JHT-Y/JHT-YI Series," Employing Refrigerants with an Extremely Low Environmental ImpactMitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd. (MHI Thermal Systems), Chiller & Heat Pump Engineering DepartmentMHI Thermal Systems has developed the world's first centrifugal chiller to adopt a refrigerant for car air-conditioners (HFO-1234yf), which has a global warming potential (GWP) of less than 1, with an extremely low environmental impact, and can be reliably sourced. It is equipped with a highly efficient and compact compressor that is tailored to HFO-1234yf and has secured numerous orders from 2023 onwards. The new chiller is capable of replacing conventional units and features a 99.9% reduction in environmental impact (CO2 equivalent) in case of refrigerant leakage. MHI Thermal Systems plans to further expand the market for this product in the future, as it has the capacity to meet the performance requirements (2,500-3,000 tons of refrigeration) of large-scale data centers in North America and Southeast Asia, where rapid growth in demand for electricity is expected. The company received the Minister of the Environment Awards for Climate Action 2024.Successful Launch of the Second H3 Launch VehicleMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Integrated Defense & Space SystemsAs Japan's new flagship rocket, the second H3 launch vehicle was successfully launched in February 2024, followed by successful launches of the third and fourth test flights in July and November, respectively.The H3 launch vehicle has been under development by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) since 2014, and although the launch of the first test flight failed in 2023, the cause of this failure was identified, leading to the successful launch of the second flight. While continuing to make incremental improvements to achieve the initial goal of a flexible and highly reliable, as well as low-cost launch vehicle, MHI will continue to consistently launch satellites and space vehicles at a frequency of six or more per year to contribute to the construction of social infrastructure in space such as weather, communications and security satellites, alongside promoting space utilization and exploration.Initiatives to Reduce Factory CO2 Emissions by Replacing Existing Factory Boilers with "Q-ton Circulation, MSV" Air-Source Heat PumpsMitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, Ltd., Production DepartmentMHI Thermal Systems implemented efforts to reduce CO2 emissions at an existing plant by converting its heat source from a steam boiler to a heat pump manufactured by our company. Specifically, by measuring the amount of heat required and changing the processing chemicals, at initiative target plant, MHI Thermal Systems was able to completely eliminate the need for boilers in the production process after seven years since the start of this initiative and reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 40%. Since our heat pumps are air-sourced, they can replace steam boilers simply by installing a power supply and hot water piping, and so MHI Thermal Systems are currently in the process of expanding the use of these heat pumps to other plants with parts washing and heat treatment facilities that operate at temperatures of 80℃ or lower. This initiative has received external recognition, including the Energy Conservation Center Chairman's Award in the Energy Conservation Case Study Category of the 2023 Energy Conservation Grand Prize, and MHI Thermal Systems expects to receive increased orders in the future.The World's First Ammonia and Fertilizer Production Plant Capable of Capturing and Effectively Utilizing CO2 in Exhaust Gas with the New "KS-21™" Amine Solvent Solution.Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., GX SolutionsThis solution/product is capable of capturing CO2 from the exhaust gas emitted by the primary reforming of natural gas at an ammonia/fertilizer plant and utilizing the captured CO2 in the production of fertilizer. The plant, which MHI supplied to Bangladesh, began commercial operation in March 2024 as the largest ammonia/fertilizer production plant in the country. Using the new KS-21™ amine solvent, the company was able to capture 240 tons/day of CO2 from combustion exhaust gases that had previously been released into the air, thereby increasing their fertilizer production by 10%. This achievement has been reported both in Japan and overseas and is expected to contribute significantly to achieving a carbon neutral society and alleviating food shortages in Bangladesh.Contributing to Recycling-based Society by Introducing High-Efficiency Biomass Power Plants, as Large-Capacity Renewable Energy Power SourceMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Energy SystemsThe projects demonstrate the potential for CO2 emissions reduction by introducing high-efficiency biomass power plants which can serve as large-capacity power source that is unaffected by weather fluctuations despite utilizing renewable energy. The plants which are MHI's first products to apply circulating fluidized bed boilers with reheat system and geared type steam turbines, will reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 300,000 tons per year per unit compared to 50 MW-class coal power plants. Moreover, by adopting standardized designs and other measures, MHI has established organizational systems that enable it to propose products that meet multiple customers' needs simultaneously and has received orders for the projects of six plants (total generating capacity: approx. 320MW), four of which have already started commercial operation as planned. The other two are expected to commence that by April 2025, and once all six plants are operational, we predict reduction of CO2emissions for at least 2 million tons annually.Securing Aircraft Maintenance Technicians and Creating Local Jobs Through the Aircraft Mechanic Training Program (MHIRJ Academy)MHI RJ Aviation GroupThe MHIRJ Academy is a state supported eight-week program, creating jobs in the community and inviting personnel who did not have exposure to aviation industry. Eliminated barriers to entry for the applicants to pursue a career in aviation while increasing the much-needed aircraft maintenance workforce at the service center. The program is conducted at the MHIRJ maintenance hangar in Bridgeport, West Virginia, US, where experienced MHIRJ mechanics serve as instructors and provide basic aircraft maintenance training. The program is FAA Approved Training that leverages classroom and practical experience to teach the required skills to do sheet-metal repairs. After completion of the Academy, employee will be able to obtain Repairman Certificate. Sixty-four of the 75 participants in this program have already graduated and are now working at MHIRJ as repairman contributing to securing critical resources and MHIRJ is now a participant in generating the next generation of aircraft technicians and contributing to easing the shortage of maintenance technicians in the US that is projected to last over the next decade. MHIRJ Academy plans to produce a total of 100 graduates by May 2025.Further Advances in Automatic Gas Turbine Combustion Vibration Control Technology (A-CPFM) (Note) by Leveraging AIMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Research & Innovation CenterBy incorporating machine learning into the conventional automatic combustion vibration adjustment technology for gas turbines (A-CPFM), MHI has developed a service technology that enables automatic adjustments that take into account the reliability of the predicted results. The system learns combustion vibration characteristics in real time and automatically searches for and adjusts the stable combustion zone based on the uncertainty of the predicted results, enabling the operation of gas turbines with reduced risk. At the same time, MHI has developed the technology to automatically collect operating data for machine learning, which can also take into account changes in operating characteristics over the long-term as the system deteriorates. This new technology has been applied to a gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) plant at the Jackson Power Plant in the US and successfully achieved zero trips due to combustion vibration. It can also be used to adjust the combustion vibration of new models of combustors, which had previously been difficult to manage, and is expected to gain further market penetration in the future.A-CPFM: Advanced Combustion Pressure Fluctuation Monitoring SystemThe Sole Composite Precision Manufacturing Technology in the World Capable of Producing Key Components for Experimental Fusion Reactor, the ITERMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Nuclear Energy SystemsThe ITER is an experimental fusion reactor for a highly extensive international cooperative project. The divertor is one of the key components in the ITER tokamak, and especially, the fabrication of the outer vertical target (OVT) requires a complex structure consisting of special materials and high fabrication precision in order to withstand the extreme environment, including high heat flux (up to 20 MW/m²). MHI has succeeded in manufacturing the world's first OVT prototype that meets this high level of technical requirements using the new manufacturing technologies MHI developed, including dissimilar joining technology for brazing tungsten blocks and Cu-alloy tubes (tolerance of ±0.1 mm between blocks), non-destructive inspection technology, and welding and machining technology for materials that prove difficult to weld (such as XM-19 stainless steel), in addition to our proprietary manufacturing technologies accumulated over a long period of time, such as machining with the "Super Miller", a large scale complex machine tool, and "electron beam welding" which does not require welding materials. As a result, these manufacturing technologies are the only ones certified by the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), the Japan domestic agency for ITER, and MHI has received orders for 18 out of the 58 OVTs for ITER, all which are so far ordered by QST. Further contributions to the business are anticipated as orders are expected to be placed in the next fiscal year and beyond.Composite Risk Management Technology to Reduce the Risk of Unplanned Outages and Stabilize the Operation of Overseas Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Facilities -- Utilization of the Integrated WTE Plant Operation System "MaiDAS®," etc. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Environmental & Chemical Engineering Co., Ltd. (MHIEC), Overseas Business Operation DivisionOperation of Large-scale overseas WTE facilities are sometimes subject to high risk due to external disruptions, such as the incineration of waste with unstable properties and human error by inexperienced operators, so reducing unplanned shutdowns in these facilities is an urgent issue. In response, MHIEC has introduced the integrated WTE plant operation system "MaiDAS®" to support plant operation through monitoring and automatic operation, and in parallel developed a tool to predict when a furnace shutdown for inspection is required based on operational data and reflected the predictions in the annual operation plan and daily operating conditions, thereby ensuring stable plant operation. Furthermore, MHIEC has improved the business feasibility by developing technologies to reduce the consumption amount of chemicals, reducing interest payments on loans, and other creative measures for facility operation. Using this remarkable achievement as a steppingstone, MHIEC will continue to contribute to mitigation of global environmental harm and the protection of the global environment through WTE facilities equipped with "MaiDAS®" in the future.Next-Generation Cold Rolling Technology to Produce Magnetic Steel for Future Electric VehiclesPrimetals Technologies, Global Business Unit DownstreamThe world's first 2-stand Hyper UC-MILL® is an advanced reversing cold rolling mill equipped with a steel sheet induction heating system, a novel rolling lubricant supply technology MQL®, and a steel sheet temperature control system. This innovative system utilizes a new generation of 6-high cold mill featuring a small work diameter and enables the rolling of strips as thin as 0.2 mm ideal for use in electric vehicle motors. This technology allows the stable production of very brittle high-silicon electrical steel sheets. The first commercial unit has already gone into operations at thyssenkrupp Steel, a German steel manufacturer located in Bochum. The mill was successfully started up in 2023/2024 and manufactures the entire product mix including thin-gauge, high-grade, non-grain oriented electrical steel, for example used for electric vehicles, and advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) addressing the needs of the automotive industry. Thanks to the increasing electrification and popularity of electric vehicles, demand for electrical steel sheets is on the rise. Accordingly, the business is expected to grow.Development of Ultra High-Speed Blowdown Combustion Test Equipment to Streamline Development for Hydrogen-Fired Gas Turbine CombustorsMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Research & Innovation CenterMHI has developed an ultra-high-speed blowdown combustion test equipment that dramatically improves the efficiency of actual pressure combustion test for large gas turbines. This has enabled successful operation of the complex, high-speed, and challenging system on the first run, reducing the test time from 6 hours to 3 minutes (1/120th) and the test fuel cost down to 1/24th of the original actual pressure combustion test. The success was attributed to the development and application of technology that, in addition to the design of a large-scale structure, combines an emulator of control logic with dynamic simulation to predict temperature and pressure stabilization to simulate the timing of valves opening and closing and the adequacy of high-speed operational settings. This technology is expected to become a core component of future competitiveness as it can be applied to the development of gas turbine combustors capable of handling a wide range of hydrogen concentrations from hydrogen co-firing to hydrogen firing, as well as to the control design of any large-scale machinery group or plant.Awarded the "DX Grand Prix" for the First Time as a Company Leading the Digital AgeMitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd., Digital Innovation HeadquartersIn the "Digital Transformation (DX) Stocks 2024" hosted by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and the Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan (IPA), MHI was awarded the Grand Prix and selected as a leading company in digital transformation. The development and social implementation of the solution concept "ΣSynX (Sigma Syncs)" for automating and intelligentizing our entire Group's products, which we have been working on, have progressed in various areas. Our specific DX initiatives aimed at achieving carbon neutrality have been appreciated by stakeholders.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 Nagoya, Japan, Feb 3, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Tokai National Higher Education and Research System, which operates Gifu University and Nagoya University, today announced the commencement of joint research with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) on the “Development of explainable AI-based prediction model for solar energetic particle events for Moon and Martian exploration.” The joint research began on February 1, 2025, and will run until March 31, 2026.Under a comprehensive agreement signed on February 24, 2023, Fujitsu and the Institute for Space-Earth Environmental Research (ISEE), Nagoya University have been collaborating on advancing space weather forecasting. This research has been selected for the Moon to Mars Innovation (1) program, an initiative of JAXA's Space Exploration Innovation Hub.This research utilizes Fujitsu's explainable AI technology, Fujitsu Kozuchi XAI, simulation data from ISEE and lunar data from JAXA to predict solar energetic particle events on the lunar surface. Solar energetic particles (SEPs) are a type of cosmic radiation that forms around solar flares and similar events, and propagates through space. Direct exposure to SEPs on the lunar surface or in outer space around the Earth may be lethal, so it is necessary to be able to predict when they may occur.In anticipation of the Artemis Project (2), an international lunar exploration program, the research partners aim to accelerate observation and prediction research on the lunar surface by refilling data analysis specifications for the Space Radiation Dosimeter (3), which JAXA is developing.Fujitsu and Tokai National Higher Education and Research System are committed to developing predictive technology for solar energetic particle events to ensure the safety of all space activities, including lunar exploration. This research will be further developed and implemented in collaboration with JAXA and relevant stakeholders, with anticipated applications in areas such as health management, space transportation and resource planning, and emergency radiation warnings.(1) Moon to Mars Innovation :A joint research system focusing on technical issues that directly respond to the needs of international space exploration. It is focused on the application of innovative terrestrial technologies and aims for the gradual realization of technological and infrastructural advancements that will revolutionize the architecture of international space exploration, paving the way for sustained lunar and Martian exploration.(2) Artemis Project :Plan for the moon exploration led by NASA and the subsequent manned landing on Mars. A manned test flight and the first manned moon landing since the Apollo program are scheduled after 2025.(3) Space Radiation Dosimeter :Device, which is scheduled to be installed on the Gateway, a manned lunar orbiting base that JAXA is participating in the development of.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.