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Logistics automation market seen reaching $182.64 billion by 2035
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The global logistics automation market is projected to grow from $86.95 billion in 2025 to $182.64 billion by 2035 as retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers invest in robotics, software and AI to speed fulfillment and offset labor…
Industrial metrology market seen reaching $27.18 billion by 2035
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The global industrial metrology market is projected to grow from $13.52 billion in 2025 to $27.18 billion by 2035, driven by Industry 4.0 adoption, tighter quality standards and demand for automated inspection.
Japan’s hemp expo returns to Tokyo with a new Omotesando venue
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JIHE 2026 will bring Japan International Hemp Expo back to Tokyo on Nov. 13-14, 2026, with a two-day CBD and hemp trade and community event at House of OMOTESANDO. Organizers say the expanded, whole-building format is designed to increase business…
Underground construction equipment market seen reaching $13.4 billion by 2032
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Allied Market Research says the global underground construction equipment market was valued at $8.2 billion in 2022 and is projected to hit $13.4 billion by 2032, driven by metro expansion, urban infrastructure spending and mining demand….
KDDI and JR East expand free data top-ups to 83 stations for Japan SIM users
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KDDI and JR East will expand the povo Data Oasis service for Japan SIM users starting June 9, 2026, adding more stations and bringing the total to 83. The update gives inbound travelers another way to get free mobile data at JR East-area stations…
AlmaLinux 9.2 gets Common Criteria security certification in Japan
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AlmaLinux OS 9.2 has earned Common Criteria certification in Japan, adding third-party security validation for the community-run enterprise Linux distribution.
Logistics Plus founder reappointed to Ukraine business advisory council
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Logistics Plus Founder and Chairman Jim Berlin will serve another 12 months on the G7 Business Advisory Council for Ukraine starting July 1, 2026. The role keeps a U.S. logistics executive involved in efforts to shape investment reforms and…
Industrial refrigeration market seen topping $34B by 2030
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The industrial refrigeration systems market is projected to grow at a 6% CAGR through 2030 and exceed $34 billion, driven by cold chain demand, processed food consumption and the shift to natural refrigerants.
Industrial heat pump market seen nearly doubling by 2033
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The industrial heat pump market is projected to grow from $9.5 billion in 2023 to $19.3 billion by 2033 as factories look for lower-emission, lower-cost heating.
Energy storage systems market seen reaching $391.56 billion by 2030
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The global energy storage systems market is projected to grow from $266.84 billion in 2025 to $391.56 billion by 2030, driven by renewable power buildout, grid stability needs and rising demand for backup power.
Electroninks partners with SAKATA INX and SIIX to grow in Japan
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Electroninks has formed a strategic partnership with SAKATA INX and SIIX to expand sales, technical support and market development for its conductive ink products in Japan.
Three China industrial automation export platforms target smart manufacturing buyers
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Alibaba.com, Made-in-China.com and Hign Tech Next China are positioning themselves as key sourcing channels for global industrial automation buyers in 2026. The platforms differ on scale, verification depth and engineering support as manufacturers…
Energy as a Service market seen reaching $334.28 billion by 2035
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The Energy as a Service market is projected to grow from $115.12 billion in 2025 to $334.28 billion by 2035, driven by demand for lower-cost, lower-carbon energy management.
Tokyo and Osaka stay top Japan package routes for 2026
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Diper Tour says Tokyo and Osaka remain the strongest group-travel routes in Japan for 2026, helped by fast rail links, dense attractions and growing use of online booking platforms.
Industrial automation market seen reaching $443.5 billion by 2031
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Industrial automation is projected to more than double to $443.5 billion by 2031 as manufacturers lean harder into smart factories, industrial IoT and robotics.
Uzbekistan pushes to become Central Asia’s financial and logistics hub
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The fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum in 2026 highlighted Uzbekistan’s bid to attract capital with new financial rules, major infrastructure projects and deeper ties to global investors.
Aker BioMarine launches Krill Oil Week in Japan
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Aker BioMarine is bringing its global Krill Oil Week campaign to Japan June 21-27 to promote krill oil, preventive wellness and healthy aging in a fast-growing nutraceutical market.
Sato Shiki unveils Madeira cask Japanese whisky
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Sato Shiki is launching Madeira Cask, a new Japanese whisky finished in Madeira wine casks and produced at its Sato Distillery in Miyazaki, Japan.
Industrial carbon nanotube market seen reaching $10.3B by 2030
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Allied Market Research projects the global industrial carbon nanotubes market will rise from $2.3 billion in 2020 to $10.3 billion by 2030, driven by demand from end-use industries and advances in carbon nanotechnology.
AI engineering market seen topping $117 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global artificial intelligence engineering market will climb to more than $117 billion by 2030, driven by automation demand, bigger data pools and heavier government and enterprise spending.
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