Exploring Innovative DX Strategies for Leak Detection in Water Services

Upcoming Seminar on DX Strategies in Water Services

The innovative seminar by Tenchijin Co., Ltd., a JAXA-certified space venture based in Chuo, Tokyo, is tailored for municipal employees and water utility officials. This online event, titled _“DX Strategies for Leak Detection using Advanced Screening Techniques,”_ will take place on May 12, 2026. The seminar is free of charge and aims to equip participants with cutting-edge insights into the use of satellite and AI technologies for leak detection and management.

In June 2025, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism issued guidelines recommending the implementation of DX technologies for leak detection within the next three years, underscoring the urgency of this transformation in water services.

Seminar Overview

Utilizing themes like _“Satellite Data x Water Big Data x AI Strategy,”_ the seminar will showcase case studies from the _“Space Water Bureau,”_ a platform designed to leverage satellite data for sustainable water service management. Participants will explore how to enhance the productivity of pipeline maintenance and renewal through AI, tackling issues such as high groundwater levels and frequent leaks in water supply pipes.

Seminar Details

- Name: DX Strategies for Leak Detection
- Date: May 12, 2026, 16:00 - 16:50
- Fee: Free
- Location: Online (Zoom) - No recorded sessions available
- Target Audience: Exclusively for municipal employees and public water utility officials.
- Registration Link: Register Here

Seminar Agenda

1. 16:00 - 16:05: Introduction and Host Introduction
2. 16:05 - 16:20: _“Using DX in Leak Detection Screening”_
3. 16:20 - 16:30: _“How Can Satellites and AI Identify Leak Risks?”_
4. 16:30 - 16:40: _“Easy Selection Methods for Target Pipelines via Smartphones”_
5. 16:40 - 16:50: Q&A session including common inquiries.

Note: The agenda is subject to change without prior notice.

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is designed for:

- Professionals questioning the conventional treasure-hunting methods of leak detection, relying on pipeline types or aging systems.
- Employees concerned about issues such as high groundwater levels or frequent pipe leaks.
- Individuals seeking to develop strategic plans for leak detection while carefully analyzing high-risk pipeline areas.
- Those looking to learn effective methods that ensure consistent results regardless of who implements them.

Speakers

The event will feature Shigeyuki Shirasaka from the Business Development Department of Tenchijin Co., Ltd., who will discuss the innovations stemming from the _“Space Water Bureau.”_

About the Space Water Bureau

This initiative uses satellite data to provide a water leakage risk diagnosis, allowing for pinpoint assessments in specific pipeline locations, aiding proactive management and response.

Achievements

The program has received notable accolades, including:

- Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award at the 7th Infrastructure Maintenance Award
- Special Jury Award at the 6th Space Utilization Promotion Award

Since its service launch in April 2023, the program has successfully signed contracts with over 60 municipal clients as of April 2026.