Honda Expands Production Capacity in India with New Plant Line Mar. 19, 2026. - Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) is set to expand its production capabilities by adding a third production line to its second plant located in Tapukara, Alwar district, Rajasthan. The new line, which is scheduled to become operational in 2028, will add an annual production capacity of 670,000 units, bringing the total capacity of the second plant to […]
Honda WN7 Electric Motorcycle Wins iF Design Gold Award Mar. 19, 2026. - Honda's WN7 electric motorcycle has received the Gold Award in the Product Design discipline at the iF DESIGN AWARD, marking the first time a Honda product has achieved this honor. The iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most prestigious design competitions globally, known for recognizing excellence in various design disciplines. The WN7 is Honda's inaugural electric motorcycle in the […]
MHI Expands Hydrolution EZY Series with New Heat Pump Models for Europe Mar. 19, 2026. - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Thermal Systems, a division of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Group, is expanding its Hydrolution EZY series of air-to-water heat pumps for the European market. The company has introduced new models with capacities of 10kW and 14kW, complementing the existing 6kW and 7.1kW units. These additions aim to meet diverse regional needs and will be released in European markets […]
Hitachi, UTS, and NTT DATA Partner to Expand Green Tech in Australia Mar. 19, 2026. - Hitachi, Ltd., the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), and NTT DATA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a strategic partnership focused on expanding Green Transformation (GX) business initiatives in Australia. The collaboration aims to address Australia's target of a 43% reduction in CO₂ emissions by 2030, a goal that has increased pressure on large companies to provide transparent […]
Eisai to Discontinue Tazverik Sales in Japan Amid Safety Concerns Mar. 19, 2026. - Eisai Co., Ltd. has announced plans to discontinue the administration and sales of its anticancer agent Tazverik (tazemetostat hydrobromide) in Japan. This decision follows the voluntary withdrawal of the product in the United States and other countries due to safety concerns. The company has been reviewing safety data from clinical trials and postmarketing reports, which revealed multiple cases of secondary […]
DENSO Invests in Next Core Technologies for Motor Core Development Mar. 19, 2026. - DENSO Corporation has announced an investment in Next Core Technologies, Inc. to jointly develop motor cores utilizing iron-based amorphous alloys. This collaboration aims to enhance the competitiveness of next-generation motor generators, crucial for electric vehicles. The automotive industry is witnessing a growing demand for electric vehicles, including battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and hybrid electric vehicles. As the […]
NEC to Develop Technology Demonstration Satellite for Optical Communications Mar. 19, 2026. - NEC Corporation has announced plans to develop a small technology demonstration satellite aimed at verifying key technologies for future optical communication satellite constellations. This initiative is part of NEC's efforts to advance optical communications, high-speed network routing design, and high-capacity millimeter-wave band communications. The design phase of the satellite-mounted equipment, or payload, has been completed, with manufacturing and integration into […]
Hitachi Recognized as One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 2026 Mar. 19, 2026. - Hitachi, Ltd. has been named one of the 2026 World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere, marking the second consecutive year the company has received this recognition. This award highlights companies that excel in ethical business practices through an evaluation of over 240 criteria, including ethics and compliance, governance, and environmental and social impact. This year, only 138 companies across 17 […]
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