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Japan Underwater Drone Association's Participation in TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026

The Japan Underwater Drone Association (JUDA), located in Taito-ku, Tokyo, and led by Executive Director Yasuhiko Kobayashi, will participate in the forthcoming TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026, scheduled from July 23 to 25, 2026, at the Shizuoka Convention and Arts Center "Granship". This event seeks to connect local companies from Shizuoka with startups from within Japan and abroad, promoting open innovation to create new business opportunities.

At the event, JUDA will co-exhibit at the Marine Open Innovation Institute (MaOI) booth on the first floor. Attendees will have the chance to see underwater drones in action and discuss new business ventures, technology collaboration, and product or service development in the underwater and marine sectors.

Opportunities with Underwater Drones and Marine Robots

The underwater drones and marine robots displayed at the event demonstrate significant potential not just for routine inspections and surveys, but also for integrating a variety of advanced technologies such as sensors, communication systems, AI, video analysis, and robotics. This integration can lead to innovative products and services that expand the boundaries of current operations.

During the event, JUDA aims to engage with companies and startups considering new business initiatives and collaborations that utilize underwater drones or marine robots in a variety of fields including maritime activities, port management, infrastructure, disaster prevention, environmental conservation, and education.

Here are some of the inquiries JUDA is prepared to address:

• - Development of new businesses and services incorporating underwater drones and marine robots.
• - Integration of one's technology and products with underwater drones for business development.
• - Expanding business into marine, port, infrastructure, disaster prevention, and environmental sectors.
• - Technical collaboration opportunities with sonar, sensors, AI, communication, video analysis, etc.
• - Discussions on joint experiments, collaborative development, and connections with enterprises, local governments, and research institutions.
• - Guidance on the introduction and operation of underwater drones, including personnel training.
• - Information on JUDA's initiatives, partnerships, and membership.

Whether you're in the conceptual phase, such as exploring how to leverage your company’s technology in the underwater domain, or considering new opportunities for marine businesses, JUDA welcomes discussions on various ideas.

Collaboration with the Suruga Bay Marine Sector

Shizuoka Prefecture, home to testing fields like Suruga Bay and Shimizu Port, showcases a concentration of marine industry, research institutions, and enterprises. This region's characteristics offer vast opportunities for developing new businesses and validating technologies using underwater drones and marine robots.

Through its participation in TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026, the Japan Underwater Drone Association aims to connect with startups, enterprises, local governments, and educational organizations to foster technology collaborations and stimulate new ventures within the underwater and marine sectors.

Event Details

• - Event Name: TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026
• - Dates: July 23-25, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day
• - Venue: Shizuoka Convention and Arts Center "Granship"
• - Access: Approximately a 5-minute walk from JR Higashi-Shizuoka Station South Exit
• - Admission: Free with prior registration
• - Exhibition Location: MaOI booth on the first floor
• - Exhibiting Entity: Japan Underwater Drone Association
• - Main Offerings: Showcase of underwater drones, consultations on underwater inspection and filming, guidance on drone introduction and operational safety, and information about JUDA’s activities.

For more information, visit the official site of TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026: TECH BEAT Shizuoka 2026.

About Japan Underwater Drone Association

The Japan Underwater Drone Association (JUDA) is committed to the safe operation and popularization of underwater drones. Initiatives include training operators, providing certification courses, supporting recognized schools, collaborating with enterprises, local governments, and educational institutions, and organizing exhibitions and events. Through the promotion of the safe use of underwater robots, JUDA seeks to expand the potential for technological applications in aquatic fields.

• - Organization Name: Japan Underwater Drone Association
• - Location: 1-20-1, Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 110-0005, Japan
• - Official Website: Japan Underwater Drone
• - Email: [email protected]