LINE WORKS Shines at ICDAR2025
LINE WORKS Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has made a remarkable achievement by securing first place in the Historical Map Recognition competition during the International Conference on Document Analysis and Recognition 2025 (ICDAR2025). This prestigious event took place in Wuhan, China, from September 16 to September 21, 2025, attracting top researchers and developers in the field of document analysis and recognition.
The competition focused on innovative methods for identifying and analyzing historical maps, a crucial area for preserving cultural heritage. LINE WORKS demonstrated its cutting-edge capabilities through its advanced End-to-End document analysis technology, known as CREPE (Coordinate-Aware End-to-End Document Parser). This unique technology allows for efficient and high-precision extraction of information from image documents, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in document analysis.
ICDAR, established in 1991, serves as one of the most authoritative platforms for exchanging knowledge in the field of document analysis. It brings together a global audience of researchers who present their latest findings and engage in discussions about current and future trends in technology. LINE WORKS's recent accomplishment at this event further solidifies its position as a frontrunner in AI-driven document analysis solutions.
Emphasizing Innovation and Research
Beyond the accolades received, LINE WORKS is dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in both AI technology and service offerings. The company provides a range of AI services alongside its business communication tool, LINE WORKS. Their commitment to research and development allows them to enhance existing methodologies and explore new functionalities that can be integrated into their products.
The OCR technology developed by LINE WORKS, which played a significant role in their victory, showcases their expertise and dedication to pushing technological limits. For more details about the OCR product, visit
LINE WORKS OCR.
Another notable service from LINE WORKS is PaperOn, which streamlines document management for businesses. Learn more about this innovative tool at
PaperOn.
Future Prospects and Goals
Looking toward the future, LINE WORKS aims to leverage the success achieved at ICDAR2025 to enhance their product lineup further. By employing the methods proposed in their award-winning paper and applying them to real-world applications, they hope to launch new features and services that meet the evolving needs of their users.
For those interested in the behind-the-scenes of the competition and technical details, the comprehensive blog post on their website offers insights into the methodologies employed during the competition. Visit
their blog for more information.
Research References
For additional academic insight, the paper titled "CREPE: Coordinate-Aware End-to-End Document Parser" by Y. Okamoto et al. can be accessed
here. Furthermore, the details regarding the ICDAR 2025 competition are available in the publication by Y. Lin et al.
here.
About LINE WORKS
Founded in June 2015, LINE WORKS has been at the forefront of integrating AI technology into business solutions. Under the leadership of CEO Takeshi Shimaoka, the company continues to grow, employing cutting-edge technology to facilitate effective communication and document management in professional settings. With a capital investment of 5.52 billion yen, LINE WORKS is poised for future advancements in AI and document analysis solutions, enhancing the way businesses operate on a global scale.
For more information about the company and its offerings, visit
LINE WORKS.