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Fujitsu and Umios Complete Pilot for Seafood Traceability System Mar. 24, 2026. - Fujitsu Limited and Umios Corporation have completed a pilot project for an electronic traceability system designed to track and visualize seafood distribution information. The initiative, conducted on February 1, 2026, focused on bluefin tuna farmed by the Umios Group in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. This system allows consumers to verify distribution details from farm to retail via smartphone, aiming to combat […]
Eisai and Biogen Report High Persistence in Lecanemab Treatment for Alzheimer’s Mar. 23, 2026. - Eisai Co., Ltd. and Biogen Inc. have announced promising real-world findings on the long-term treatment persistence of their Alzheimer's drug, lecanemab. The analysis, presented at the 20th International Conference on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases in Copenhagen, revealed that most patients continue treatment beyond the initial 18 months. The study, utilizing the PurpleLab CLEAR Claims database, assessed 10,763 individuals in the […]
Hitachi Wins 2026 Catalyst Award for Workplace Inclusion Efforts Mar. 23, 2026. - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501) has been recognized with the 2026 Catalyst Award for its commitment to embedding inclusion as a core component of its global management and business strategies. The award, presented by Catalyst, a nonprofit organization focused on workplace inclusion, acknowledges Hitachi's efforts in fostering a more inclusive corporate culture. The company's “Together, We Are Stronger” initiative has been instrumental […]
Fujitsu’s Traffic Simulation System Adopted in Maebashi City Plan Mar. 23, 2026. - Fujitsu Limited has announced that its comprehensive traffic simulation system will be integrated into the Maebashi City Regional Public Transportation Plan. The system, developed under the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's COMmmmONS project, provides scientific evidence to support the plan's key measure of increasing bus routes. Addressing the needs of transportation-disadvantaged residents and the push for carbon neutrality […]
AEM Holdings and ASE Technology Forge Strategic Partnership for AI and HPC Market Expansion Mar. 23, 2026. - AEM Holdings Ltd., a leader in test innovation, has announced a strategic partnership with ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd., the leading provider of semiconductor assembly, testing, and materials services. This collaboration aims to deliver disruptive test solutions for the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) markets. As part of the partnership, AEM will raise approximately S$12 million […]
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 […]
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