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TOKYO, Nov 13, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has received an order for a next-generation supercomputer system from Japan’s National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), under the National Research and Development Agency, and the National Institute for Fusion Science (NIFS), part of the National Institutes of Natural Sciences under the Inter-University Research Institute Corporation. The new supercomputer system is scheduled to be operational from July 2025.The next-generation supercomputer system will feature multi-architecture with the latest CPUs and GPUs and will consist of large storage capacity and a high-speed network. This system is expected to be used for various research and development in the field of fusion science research. Specifically, the system will be used for precise prediction of experiments and creation of operation scenarios in the ITER project, which is being promoted as an international project, and the Satellite Tokamak (JT-60SA) project, which is being promoted as a Broader Approach activity, and for design of DEMO reactors. The DEMO project promotes large-scale numerical calculations for DEMO design and R&D to accelerate the realization of a DEMO reactor that contributes to carbon neutrality. In addition, NIFS will conduct numerical simulation research using the supercomputer for multi-scale and multi-physics systems, including fusion plasmas, to broadly accelerate research on the science and applications of fusion plasmas, and as an Inter-University Research Institute, will provide universities and research institutes nationwide with opportunities for collaborative research using the state-of-the-art supercomputer.The new system consists mainly of 360 NEC LX 204Bin-3s (with a total of 720 Intel Xeon 6900Ps) and 70 NEC LX 401Bax-3GAs (with a total of 280 AMD Instinct MI300As), with total theoretical performance of 40.4 petaflops of computing power. Theoretical computing performance will be approximately 2.7 times higher than the combined performance of the two supercomputers installed separately at QST and NIFS. The NEC LX 204Bin-3 is equipped with MRDIMMs, which have high performance in HPC programs.The supercomputer system consists mainly of the "LX series," which was developed by combining the high-density packaging technology and high-efficiency cooling technology that NEC has developed over many years in the development of supercomputers. The Intel "CPU Xeon6900P," "MRDIMM," and AMD’s “Instinct MI300A" GPUs installed in these server groups are the first introduction of its kind in Japan. In addition, the network environment uses "InfiniBand" with the NVIDIA “QM9700," "Altair PBS Professional" software, and a scheduler optimized for AMD’s Instinct MI300A. In addition, as a storage environment, a DDN “ES400NVX2" will be deployed with a total capacity of 42.2 petabytes with a Lustre parallel file system "EXAScaler." NEC will integrate these components along with software optimization.NEC will continue to contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies by promoting the development of next-generation high-performance servers as a foundation for utilization in industrial applications and AI/Big Data domains, as well as the conventional application areas of supercomputers. NEC will also support research activities in the academic domain by providing academic research information infrastructure with HPC solutions at its core as one of its BluStellar offerings.“Intel is proud to partner with NEC to power a system at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology and National Institute for Fusion Science. By integrating the Intel Xeon 6900P Series, the first server CPU to support MRDIMMs, and the first in Japan, we’re delivering a leap in memory performance and bandwidth, an ideal choice for complex calculations and simulations required in fusion research.”– Ogi Brkic, Vice President & General Manager, Go-To-Market Builders & Technology Acceleration Office, Sales & Marketing Group, Intel“We are very pleased that NEC has chosen to partner with AMD to power the next generation supercomputers ordered by both the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology and the National Institute for Fusion Science in Japan. We appreciate that NEC has selected AMD’s Instinct MI300A and this choice is further proof that AMD’s MI300 Series GPUs offer a compelling supercomputer accelerator solution. We believe that AMD innovation, together with NEC's advanced technological capabilities, will continue to make a significant contribution to research conducted at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology, and the National Institute for Fusion Science.”-Jon Robottom, Corporate Vice President, Representative Director & General Manager, AMD Japan“DDN is honored to continue to support cutting-edge fusion research at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology and the National Institute for Fusion Science through our strong collaboration with NEC. The combination of DDN's high-performance storage solution and NEC's superior technology will provide stable performance and fast processing of large data sets to power complex simulations and advanced analytics in fusion science research. We are confident that through this collaboration, we will be able to accelerate innovative discoveries and technology development.”-Robert Triendl, SVP Sales, International, DataDirect Networks, Inc. (DDN)"With our specialized solutions, Giga Computing is proud to support the missions of both the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology and the National Institute for Fusion Science in advancing scientific discovery. For this cluster, our technology is incorporated into the NEC LX series servers with one of our models equipped with Intel Xeon 6900P series processors and MRDIMM technology, while the other uses the AMD Instinct MI300A GPU. This high-performance solution uses efficient liquid cooling to deliver remarkable processing speeds for nuclear fusion and complex plasma simulations. Consequently, it enables the institutes to achieve faster, more accurate results in the field of advanced nuclear fusion research.”-Freya Yu, Sales Director, Giga Computing“We are very pleased to collaborate with NEC in the selection of Altair PBS Professional for the next-generation supercomputer system at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology and the National Institute for Fusion Science. We are confident that Altair PBS Professional is the industry's most advanced workload management and job scheduling software for HPC and high-throughput computing, and that it will contribute to improving the productivity of the supercomputer system and optimizing its utilization and efficiency. We will continue to work with NEC to help our customers solve their challenges.”-Eiichi Kazono, President and Representative Director, Altair Engineering, Inc.“We are very pleased to have been able to support the construction of a networking environment in partnership with NEC Corporation. The NVIDIA QM9700 is a networking switch that uses high-speed interconnect technology and is optimized for large-scale computing environments, especially for AI and academic research. It demonstrates its true value in data transfer for numerical analysis and simulations that require massive data processing. We are confident that this will further accelerate the research and development projects at the National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology and the National Institute for Fusion Science and support the technological foundation for more innovative results. We will continue to strengthen our collaboration with NEC on networking products to accelerate the progress of our customers' research.”- Yukihiro Tsujii, General Manager, Solution Business Division, Ryoyo Electro Co.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 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Nov 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that the all-new Triton one-ton pickup truck has won the special award at the RJC Car of the Year for 2025 run by the Automotive Researchers’ and Journalists’ Conference of Japan (RJC).In awarding the special award, the selection committee commented:“In Japan, pickup trucks had primarily been used as commercial vehicles, but the all-new Triton is used as an SUV and popular among active users who enjoy camping and various outdoor sports. It combines reliability and durability inherited from Pajero the iconic model of Mitsubishi Motors, with its drivability on rough and snowy roads and fun-to-drive performance.”The Triton is a one-ton pickup truck that traces its roots back to the Forte, originally released in 1978. Since then, about 5.7 million units have been produced over five generations and sold in approximately 150 countries around the world, making it Mitsubishi Motors' global strategic model.Developed under the product concept of “Power for Adventure,” the all-new Triton features a complete overhaul of everything from the interior and exterior design to the chassis, ladder frame, and engine. It was first launched in Thailand - where its production plant is located - in July 2023 and introduced in Japan in February 2024. The all-new Triton is being rolled out sequentially in 100 countries worldwide.In addition to commercia use, this distinctively Mitsubishi one-ton pickup truck caters to customers’ adventurous spirit, opening up the possibilities for water sports, winter sports, and outdoor activities.About the RJC Car of the Year for 2025The 34th RJC Car of the Year was selected by RJC selection committee and chosen among domestic models premiered in the Japanese market between November 1, 2023, and October 31, 2024. The "6 Best" models were selected on November 1, and the committee voted on November 12 to decide the RJC Car of the Year for 2025.Mitsubishi Motors has won the RJC Car of the Year award four times1 and the RJC Technology of the Year award six times2.Previous winners include the "i" kei-car (award for 2007); the Eclipse Cross crossover SUV (award for 2019); the eK wagon and eK X height-wagon kei-cars (award for 2020) and eK X EV (award for 2023).Previously recognized technologies include the INVECS (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System) automatic transmission technology of Galant and Eterna (award for 1993); the INVECS-II Sport Mode automatic transmission of FTO (award for 1995); the GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) engine of Galant and Legnum (award for 1997); the PHEV system of the Outlander PHEV (award for 2014); the evolved PHEV and S-AWC systems of the Eclipse Cross (award for 2022); and the electrification technology of all-electric kei-car used for the eK X EV (award for 2023).About Mitsubishi MotorsMitsubishi Motors Corporation (TSE:7211) — a member of the Alliance with Renault and Nissan — is a global automobile company based in Tokyo, Japan, which has about 28,000 employees and a global footprint with production facilities in Japan and the ASEAN region. Mitsubishi Motors has a competitive edge in SUVs, pickup trucks and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and appeals to ambitious drivers willing to challenge convention and embrace innovation. Since the production of our first vehicle more than a century ago, Mitsubishi Motors has been a leader in electrification — launched the i-MiEV, the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle in 2009, followed by the Outlander PHEV, the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric SUV in 2013. With a target of increasing the sales ratio of electrified vehicles to 100% by 2035, Mitsubishi Motors will deliver models that embody Mitsubishi Motors-ness and contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral society. For more information on Mitsubishi Motors, please visit the company's website at https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/ Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

Toyota City, Japan, Nov 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HySE (Hydrogen Small mobility & Engine technology Association) will participate in the "Mission 1000 ACT2(1)" of Dakar 2025 (Dakar Rally(2)), which will be held in Saudi Arabia from 3rd to 17th January 2025, with the HySE-X2. "Mission 1000" is the category newly added to Dakar 2024, which is well-known as "Dakar Rally" for the world's toughest motorsport, inviting vehicles using powertrains of next generation for the carbon neutrality.HySE participated in it this year with hydrogen engine-equipped HySE-X1 to identify potential issues with small mobility that are yet unknown. HySE-X1 kept running through the final day and came in 4th position in the category.This time, which will be our second entry, HySE will be launching the HySE-X2 which has the engine and the chassis that are progressed from those of HySE-X1, in order to tackle new technical challenges like increasing output at the high revolution range, improving fuel consumption at the middle range and increasing capacity of the hydrogen tank. HySE will continuously work to build a global and cross-industry network for the realization of compact hydrogen mobility, by promoting HySE's presence and initiatives through the participation in the world-renowned Dakar Rally.HySE is also going to participate in "European Hydrogen Week(3)" which will be held at Brussels, Belgium between 18th and 22nd November and display the HySE-X2 at the booth, "Automobile Club de l'Ouest" located in HALL7, M20.(1) Mission 1000 www.dakar.com/en/dakar-world/therace/dakar-future/mission-1000(2) Dakar Rally is a rally raid event that has been held every year since 1978, covering various terrains like deserts, muddy fields and mountains.(3) EUROPEAN HYDROGEN WEEK is the largest annual event of Europe specialized to hydrogen, organized by the European Commission, Hydrogen Europe and the Clean Hydrogen Partnership.Comment from Daichi Kai, Team Manager of HySE Dakar 2025"We have decided to participate in the Dakar Rally with HySE-X2 which has the engine and the chassis that are progressed from those of HySE-X1. We would like to contribute to the establishment of technologies for the small hydrogen mobility engine, by verifying the effects of the countermeasures for technical issues found with HySE-X1 this year and by challenging more severe performance area of the engine. The details of our activities will be shown through Instagram and we would appreciate your support."For more information, visit https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/corporate/41816533.html. About Toyota Toyota strives to be a strong corporate citizen, engaging with and earning the trust of its stakeholders, and to contribute to the creation of a prosperous society through all its business operations.Our corporate principles form the basis of our initiatives, reflect values that enable action, and drive our mindset.For the latest Toyota-related news and information:https://tinyurl.com/ToyotaPressReleasenewsroom@global.toyota Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Nov 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) is participating in the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), held in Azerbaijan from November 11 to 22, 2024 with a keynote speech in the UGIH Pavilion, the host organization of the conference, and a seminar organized by Japan’s Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in the Japan Pavilion.In the keynote session, Motoo Nishihara, Corporate EVP, CTO and Head of the GIBU, NEC Corporation, will introduce progress in the adaptive finance business as well as use cases in collaboration with domestic and international companies, under the theme of "Promotion of adaptive finance through digital technology and co-creation activities." Nishihara will also participate in a seminar hosted by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) at the COP29 Japan Pavilion, where he will give a presentation for government officials from participating countries, international organizations, and companies. He will also participate in a panel discussion among public and private sector officials on how to improve ICT network environments (power saving) and ICT utilization (visualization of global warming countermeasures, etc.).In addition, at a seminar hosted by the Ministry of the Environment in the Japan Pavilion, Miki Sato, General Manager of NEC's GX Business Development Management Division, will present a model case of an adaptation business promoting the introduction of early warning systems for natural disasters.UGIH Pavilion (keynote/panel discussion)Session Title: Advancing Climate Adaptation with Digital Technology:Fostering "Pilots of Excellence" in Climate Resilience through PartnershipsDate: Friday, November 15, 2024, 21:30-22:30 (Japan time - local time 16:30-17:30)Speaker: Motoo Nishihara, Corporate EVP, CTO and Head of the GIBU, NEC CorporationSeminar Overview:There is an urgent need to address adaptation projects in preparation for natural disasters and to realize a sustainable society. In order to promote investment in adaptation projects by financial institutions, there is a need for evaluation of the economic value to be gained from the implementation of adaptation measures, and for public-private partnerships. In this seminar, we will discuss the progress of adaptation finance projects in collaboration with financial institutions since COP28, use cases in Japan and internationally based on knowledge gained from co-creation and demonstration with private companies in Japan, and the advancement of adaptation measures using advanced digital technologies, including NEC's satellite-based solutions (earth observation data), AI data and AI (image recognition and LLM).View the following URL for detail: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-HCyMcGj4XYJapan Pavilion, Seminar hosted by Ministry of the EnvironmentSeminar Title: Further Promotion of EWS and New Collaborations in the Asia-Pacific RegionDate: Saturday, November 16, 2024, 15:00-16:15 (Japan time - local time: 10:00-11:15)Speakers: Soichi Noguchi (video appearance),Director and CTO, Adaptive Finance Consortium,International Institute for Social and Economic Research, Inc.Miki SatoNEC Cross Industry Business UnitGeneral Manager, GX Business Development DivisionNEC CorporationSeminar Summary: The Ministry of the Environment of Japan is working on the introduction of Early Warning Systems (EWS) for natural disasters to Asia-Pacific countries.The EWS Council, which is comprised of the Ministry of the Environment of Japan and other Japanese private sector companies, has been working to address climate change issues in the Asia-Pacific region. In this seminar, we will introduce the progress and achievements of the EWS Council and propose new adaptation measures developed through collaboration among Japanese private companies in the fields of weather information services, insurance, and finance, which are different from each other in terms of business type, in order to create new synergies. Discussions will also be held with practicing (potential) countries to promote the introduction of EWS.View the following URL for detail: Enhancing Early Warning Systems (EWS) Deployment & Further Collaboration in Asia-Pacific | COP29 JAPAN PAVILION - Ministry of the EnvironmentJapan Pavilion: Seminar hosted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and CommunicationsSeminar Title:  ICT x Green SeminarDate: Saturday, November 16, 2024, 16:45-18:00 (Japan time - local time: 11:45-13:00)Speaker: Motoo Nishihara, Corporate EVP, CTO and Head of the GIBU, NEC CorporationSeminar Summary:While digitization is rapidly advancing in the world today, and there is a shift toward socioeconomic activities that rely on the use of the Internet, many people, especially in developing countries, are unable to enjoy the benefits of digitization due to a lack of telecommunications infrastructure, especially in rural areas. Under the theme of "ICT x Green," the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) is promoting the development of future ICT network environments that contribute to countering global warming and reducing the burden on the global environment (power saving).Presentations by government officials from participating countries, international organizations, and business representatives, as well as panel discussions among public and private sector participants, will be held to discuss how to promote the use of ICT (e.g., visualization of global warming countermeasures) and the use of ICT (e.g., the visualization of global warming countermeasures).For more details, please visit the COP29 Japan Pavilion website. See also ICT X Green Seminar | COP29 JAPAN PAVILION - Ministry of the EnvironmentNEC will also exhibit in the Japan Pavilion as part of the Adaptive Finance Consortium launched with Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company, Limited.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 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

TOKYO, Nov 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JA Mitsui Leasing, LTD. (hereinafter JA Mitsui Leasing) and Fujitsu Limited (hereinafter Fujitsu) today announced the commencement of joint trials utilizing vehicles operated by Japan Agricultural Cooperatives (hereinafter JA). The initiative that started October 15, 2024 aims to promote the adoption and popularization of commercial electric vehicles (EVs) in Japan.1. Details of the joint trialsUsing telematics devices including drive recorders installed in JA's gasoline-powered vehicles, JA Mitsui Leasing and Fujitsu will collect data including location information and driving history. This data will be used in conjunction with the functions planned to be implemented in a service developed by Fujitsu (1) which supports EV implementation and operation, and Fujitsu’s Social Digital Twin technology (2) to conduct operational simulations, including charging timing and business operations using EVs, based on actual usage data. Through these trials, the two companies aim to alleviate concerns regarding operational management, including vehicle costs and charging infrastructure development, often faced by customers considering EV adoption. By facilitating smooth EV implementation, this initiative contributes to CO2 emission reductions and the realization of sustainable mobility. Furthermore, leveraging this collaboration, JA Mitsui Leasing and Fujitsu will work with local governments and transportation operators in Japan to establish decarbonized social model regions.Content:- Comparative verification of economic efficiency, including vehicle leasing costs for gasoline and electric vehicles, as well as fuel and electricity costs- Comparative verification of CO2 emissions between gasoline and electric vehicles based on CO2 emissions per liter of gasoline and per kWh of electricity- Verification of operational feasibility through simulations considering the number of vehicles, charging infrastructure including basic charging (3) and en-route charging (4), and the number of chargers2. Roles and responsibilitiesJA Mitsui Leasing:- Overall management and coordination of the trials, selection of participating JA Group members, and development of new solutionsFujitsu- Provision of service to EV simulation functions and data analysis3. PeriodOctober 15, 2024 to the end of March 2025 (planned)4. Future plansThrough this field trial, JA Mitsui Leasing aims to support the promotion of EV adoption within the JA Group and surrounding communities, contributing to the realization of carbon neutrality.Under Fujitsu Uvance, which aims for a sustainable world, Fujitsu is promoting the Trusted Society initiative to protect people's lives while considering the regional environment and realizing a prosperous and sustainable local community. In the future, Fujitsu plans to link its service to support EV implementation and operation with its AI solution “Fujitsu Kozuchi” to provide optimal charging schedule planning and battery management based on data analysis. In this way, Fujitsu aims to address operational challenges related to EVs faced by various corporate clients and accelerate the realization of carbon neutrality.(1) A Fujitsu Uvance offering that contributes to GHG emission reductions and resilient urban development through efficient EV implementation, operation, and enhanced battery lifecycle value.(2) Social Digital Twin :A set of technologies that digitally reproduce not only the status of people and objects but also economic and social activities based on real-world data. This enables understanding of societal conditions and the mechanisms of problem occurrence, and supports policy planning to address increasingly diverse and complex challenges.(3) Basic charging :Charging at locations where EVs are regularly parked for extended periods, such as company parking lots.(4) En-route charging :Charging at charging spots along a route when the electricity required to reach the destination is insufficient.About JA Mitsui LeasingJAML advances corporate sustainability management to achieve its objective, "For a better society and future," as put up in the JAML Group Management Philosophy "Real Challenge, Real Change." It identifies five material issues ("Materiality"), which include "the achievement of the carbon-neutral". JAML will initiate to contribute to building a sustainable society.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers in over 100 countries, our 124,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: Computing, Networks, AI, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.7 trillion yen (US$26 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: www.fujitsu.com.Press Contacts:JA Mitsui LeasingPR & IR Department, Corporate Management Division, JA Mitsui Leasing, Ltd.Phone: +81-3-6775-3002E-mail: JAMLDG1114@jamitsuilease.co.jpFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2024 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.