[Seminar] Trends in AI Platforms and Sovereign AI Strategies

Our company will be exhibiting at the Kyushu and East Asia International Logistics Comprehensive Exhibition "INNOVATION EXPO 2026" held at Marine Messe Fukuoka. The present and future of logistics will converge in Fukuoka. A diverse range of products and services will be showcased, including transportation, sorting, picking, industrial vehicles, transport vehicles, trucks, pallets, containers, storage equipment, 3PL, consulting, carriers, packaging, logistics business support, and logistics base and facility development. We will provide valuable consultation and business negotiation opportunities for purchasing and procurement departments of logistics centers and companies in the Chubu region and surrounding areas, as well as for all those involved in logistics and supply chain across various industries. Visitors will have the opportunity to directly experience advanced logistics equipment, technologies, and systems, contributing to solving regional challenges. We sincerely look forward to your visit.

[Speaker] SOMPO Institute Plus Co., Ltd. Research Department Senior Researcher Kan Hanano, Future Vision Area [Key Lecture Content] Humanoid robots are acquiring flexible and autonomous movements through the integration with AI, and movements towards industrialization are gaining momentum in the United States and China. In this lecture, starting from a report on a visit to Shenzhen, China, which is at the forefront of humanoid development, we will confirm the emergence of the humanoid market in various countries and regions, including the United States, Europe, and Japan. Furthermore, we will examine the outlook for future industrial structures and the key issues that will influence the path of industrialization, providing perspectives to decipher the roadmap for the industrialization of humanoid robots. [Lecture Items] 1. The current state of humanoid robots 2. The current status of China's ecosystem as seen in Shenzhen 3. The situation in the United States, Europe, and Japan 4. The structure of the humanoid industry 5. Key issues influencing the industrialization of humanoids 6. Insights for Japanese companies 7. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Speaker] Hiroki Aoki, Director of the Battery Industry Division, Commerce and Information Policy Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry [Key Lecture Content] Since the formulation of the "Battery Industry Strategy" in August 2022, issues such as excess supply structures in the global market and supply chain risks have become apparent. There is an increasing need to provide comprehensive energy storage solutions in response to the advanced electrical control needs required in AI data centers and medical and disaster prevention sectors, which are expected to grow in the future. The Japanese battery industry must establish a manufacturing base centered around batteries, keeping in mind various competitive axes, including energy density and power density. This lecture will explain the revised "Battery and Power Industry Strategy," which aims to enhance the competitiveness of the entire power system and establish a manufacturing base to capture high value-added markets globally. [Lecture Items] 1. Goals of the Battery and Power Industry Strategy 2. Package for Expanding Domestic Base 3. Strategic Formation of Global Alliances and Global Standards 4. Securing Upstream Resources and Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience 5. Development of Next-Generation Technologies 6. Creation of Domestic Markets 7. Strengthening Human Resource Development and Retention 8. Enhancement of Domestic Environmental Infrastructure 9. Q&A / Business Card Exchange

[Speaker] Noricazu Seko, President and CEO of Servant Coach Co., Ltd. Representative Director of the 1-on-1 Communication Association [Key Lecture Content] Recently, due to changes in social conditions such as work style reforms and remote work, communication between supervisors and subordinates within organizations has decreased. In such an environment, companies face challenges such as improving employee engagement and developing autonomous talent. One area that has garnered attention is the dialogue between supervisors and subordinates, specifically 1-on-1 meetings. Currently, many companies and organizations are beginning to implement 1-on-1 meetings, but there are numerous challenges regarding sustainability and quality improvement. The key to addressing these challenges lies in the role of the subordinate. In this seminar, we will explain the points for introducing, sustaining, and improving the quality of 1-on-1 meetings, focusing on the often-overlooked role of the subordinate. [Lecture Items] 1. [Why] Why is 1-on-1 necessary now? 2. [What] What should we discuss? "Alignment 9 Box (R)" 3. [How] How should we engage in dialogue? 4. Q&A

We will be exhibiting at "Western Japan Manufacturing Technology Innovation 2026" from July 8 to July 10, 2026. We look forward to your visit.