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Hitachi Secures Order for World’s First SF6-Free 550 kV Gas-Insulated Switchgear Mar. 12, 2026. - Hitachi, Ltd. has announced that it has received an order from Chubu Electric Power Grid for its EconiQ 550 kilovolt (kV) sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)-free gas-insulated switchgear (GIS). This marks the world's first project involving 550 kV GIS that is entirely SF6-free, a significant step towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Japan's power grid. The EconiQ 550-kV GIS technology is designed […]
Honda Cancels Three EV Models Amid Strategic Shift Mar. 12, 2026. - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced the cancellation of three planned electric vehicle (EV) models for the North American market as part of a reassessment of its automobile electrification strategy. The decision comes in response to changes in the business environment, including shifting U.S. policies and intensified competition in Asia. The company expects to record significant losses in its consolidated […]
Eisai Partners with Pokémon Sleep to Promote Sleep Awareness in Japan Mar. 12, 2026. - Eisai Co., Ltd., a Tokyo-based pharmaceutical company, has announced a new initiative to raise public awareness about the importance of sleep through a collaboration with the smartphone application Pokémon Sleep. This effort comes in response to the growing issue of insomnia affecting 12.4 million adults in Japan, or 11.8% of the adult population, according to the company. The collaboration aims […]
University of Tokyo and NEC Enhance Forest Carbon Measurement Mar. 12, 2026. - The University of Tokyo, in collaboration with NEC, has developed a method to calculate carbon accumulation rates in forests with improved efficiency and accuracy. Utilizing the university's VISIT model and NEC's data assimilation technology, the research focused on Lambir Hills National Park in Malaysia, achieving a daily margin of error of 9.4%. The VISIT model, an ecosystem simulator, estimates carbon […]
NEC Unveils Physical AI to Reduce Human Stress in Collaborative Environments Mar. 12, 2026. - NEC Corporation has announced the development of a groundbreaking physical AI technology designed to proactively control robots, aiming to reduce human stress in collaborative work environments. This innovation leverages NEC's proprietary 'world model' to predict human movement and psychological states, allowing robots to navigate in ways that minimize stress. The technology's core feature is its ability to anticipate human movement […]
ROHM Launches New SiC Modules to Enhance Energy Efficiency Mar. 12, 2026. - ROHM Co., Ltd. has initiated online sales of its new silicon carbide (SiC) molded modules, branded as TRCDRIVE pack, HSDIP20, and DOT-247, in response to global concerns over power supply constraints and the need for energy conservation. The TRCDRIVE pack is a notable addition, featuring a 2-in-1 SiC molded module compatible with traction inverters for electric vehicles up to 300kW. […]
Everest Medicines Launches VELSIPITY in China, Targets UC Market Growth Mar. 11, 2026. - Everest Medicines has announced the commercial launch of VELSIPITY (etrasimod arginine tablets) in Mainland China, marking a significant milestone in the treatment of ulcerative colitis (UC). The drug's debut was highlighted by the issuance of the first prescription at The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. On its launch day, VELSIPITY was prescribed in eight tertiary hospitals across seven […]
Eisai to Present Alzheimer’s Drug Findings at AD/PD 2026 Conference Mar. 11, 2026. - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced plans to present its latest research findings on lecanemab, an anti-amyloid beta protofibril antibody for treating Alzheimer’s disease, at the 20th International Conference on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases and Related Neurological Disorders. The event will take place from March 17-21, 2026, in Copenhagen, Denmark, and online. The company will feature six presentations, including three oral presentations, […]

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