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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.