Web Seminar on May 27: "Biomass Utilization for Bioethanol Production - Its Challenges -"

We investigated the global bioplastics industry, focusing mainly on the development status of various polymers from the perspective of industrial utilization of microorganisms.

■Book Title: Global Bioplastics and Microbial Polymers - Latest Industry Report This report investigates the bioplastics industry worldwide, focusing primarily on the development status in the fields of "biodegradable plastics" and "bio-based/non-biodegradable plastics." ➢ Analyzes bioplastics and the development status of their raw materials from the perspective of "microorganisms and industrial use." ➢ Tracks production strains, production capacity, and industry trends for biodegradable and non-biodegradable types of bioplastics. ➢ Details the development status of P(3HB), P(3HB-co-3HV), P(3HB-co-4HB), P(3HB-co-3HHx), and P(4HB). ➢ Explores the background and reality of the rapidly growing market for biodegradable plastics such as PBAT, PBS, PLA, and PHA. ➢ Examines the growth factors, business strategies, and future developments for bio-based/non-biodegradable plastics like PE, PP, and PA. ➢ Analyzes the development status of bio-based MEG and terephthalic acid, HMD, and adipic acid. ➢ Provides detailed information on the development status, use cases, and full-scale market deployment of PEF, an alternative to bio-PET. ➢ Introduces the utilization of biomass in the rubber industry, which is experiencing a wave of carbon neutrality.

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Based on actual research and development and practical experience, this explains the fundamentals of bioplastics, their applications, production trends, and future prospects.

This book explains bioplastics (biodegradable/bio-based plastics) that can contribute to environmental problem solutions, based on actual research and development and practical experience, covering everything from the basics to applications. It is aimed at all personnel involved in research and development, product planning, and technical sales related to bioplastics and products utilizing them. The book emphasizes providing clear and detailed insights into bioplastics, as well as thoroughly explaining the mechanisms behind research results to deepen understanding of the essence. **Features of this book:** ➢ Explanation of bioplastics from basics to applications based on actual research and practical experience ➢ Comprehensive overview of plastics as a whole, the relationship between structure and properties, history, and trends in environmental problem solutions and regulations ➢ Description of the characteristics and production trends of major bioplastics ➢ Trends and tendencies in usage in Japan and around the world, and future prospects for bioplastics

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An era where AI provides "answers." Is there someone in your company who can "ask questions" themselves? Simply introducing AI will not change a company. When people grow, organizations change. The "Future Research Group on People and Organizations" is a series of four practical workshops aimed at business owners, successors, executives, department heads, and next-generation leaders, focusing on the management skills necessary to "nurture people and drive organizations" in the coming era. Rather than passively "listening" to lectures, participants will bring their own management challenges and emphasize self-questioning through dialogue with experienced business leaders and fellow participants. Throughout the four sessions, we aim for participants to take home the following "four values": - A measure for judgment - An external sounding board - Their own management challenges - Their own reform concepts **Target Audience** Business owners / successors / executives / department heads / next-generation leaders **Locations** East Japan: Tokyo Transportation Hall (Yurakucho) West Japan: AP Osaka Station Front **Capacity** Limited to 10 companies and 20 participants from each region *Participation of two people from one company is recommended. **Participation Fee** 200,000 yen per company / 120,000 yen per person *For all four sessions Please join us for an opportunity to think about and discuss your company's challenges regarding management and human resource development in the AI era, and to connect these discussions to reform concepts.

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Thinking and Practical Methods for Future Predictions in the AI Era, Future Predictions in the AI Era Takashi Tominaga, President and CEO of ICT Solution Consulting / AI Architect 1. Survival in the AI Era 2. Future Predictions for Consultants in the AI Era 3. Future in 2030 (Example) 2. Methods for Research, Analysis, and Hypothesis Formulation (Future Predictions) Based on AI Utilization Kenji Kikuchi, Executive Fellow, MDB Business Division, Japan Management Association Research Institute *Content may change based on future trends. 1. How will research, analysis, and hypotheses change in the AI Era? 2. My methods in the AI Era 3. Future Predictions for 2030 (Example) 4. Future Areas for Human Wisdom 3. Q&A Takashi Tominaga, President and CEO of ICT Solution Consulting / AI Architect Kenji Kikuchi, Executive Fellow, MDB Business Division, Japan Management Association Research Institute

[Speaker] Taro Ito, Deputy Director, Advanced Technology Application Research Institute, Chubu Electric Power Company, Inc. [Key Lecture Content] Two years ago, we set forth a grand vision of building a "DX platform" as a means for everyone in the community to utilize digital transformation, despite being a research institute of an electric power company. However, within the limited framework of a research organization with around 40 people, we struggled to balance investment and returns, leading to a necessary reevaluation of our vision. In this lecture, I will reflect on the challenges and setbacks we faced, considering how to reconcile ideals with reality. Based on the lessons learned from our trial and error, I will introduce practical DX initiatives and specific examples that are commensurate with our organizational scale, sharing insights on how to advance transformation within limited management resources. [Lecture Items] 1. Challenge of developing a co-creation platform for manufacturing 2. Transition to data platform development through setbacks and reflections 3. Specific examples of the data platform being developed at our institute 4. Our institute is seeking co-creation partners 5. Q&A / Business card exchange

● Dates: October 7 (Wednesday) to October 9 (Friday), 2026 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ● Venue: Intex Osaka ● Exhibition Name: 29th Monozukuri World Osaka ● Our Booth: Hall 6, Booth Number: 39-29 ● Exhibition Content: Introduction of our main products in six categories, including "Linear Encoders," "Linear Displacement Sensors," "Sensors for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)," "Magnetic Proximity Switches," "High-Precision Magnetic Sensors," and "Inclinometers/Inclinometer Angle Detectors," as well as solutions related to the development and manufacturing of magnetic application products. We will showcase magnetic application devices compatible with the industrial interface standard "IO-Link" and the serial communication protocol CAN (2.0A, SAE J1939). 【Representative Application Examples】 - Feedback control using linear encoder systems - Position detection of various cylinders - Detection of rotational position, angle, and speed - High-precision positioning - Steering angle control and position information detection for AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) Our sales and technical staff will be on-site, and we welcome inquiries about customized products. Please feel free to stop by. We look forward to your visit!

Husky Corporation will be exhibiting at the 11th Drink Japan held at Tokyo Big Sight. This exhibition is one of the largest trade shows in Japan focused on the development and manufacturing of beverages, alcoholic drinks, and liquid foods. At our booth, we will be showcasing advanced injection molding solutions for beverage packaging manufacturers. We invite you to see our solutions that achieve sustainable and efficient packaging production. We sincerely look forward to your visit.