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The 7th Aeon Delight Technology Contest: Innovation in Safety

On November 17, 2025, Aeon Delight Inc., based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, held its 7th annual Technology Contest focused on equipment safety at its training facility, Aeon Delight Academy Nagahama in Shiga Prefecture. This contest has been an integral part of the company’s continuous effort since 2019 to enhance technical skills and on-site capabilities in their core businesses of equipment management, security, and cleaning.

This year’s contest revolved around the theme of "Emergency Response through Remote Instruction." The objective was to evaluate competing teams on their abilities to efficiently and safely investigate power outages and perform power restoration remotely. This theme highlights the growing necessity for innovative solutions due to increasing demands in emergency response and disaster management, which is becoming more vital in today’s evolving operational landscape.

Eleven teams from eight different regional offices along with their group companies, including Environmental Maintenance, Hakuseisya, and Ask Maintenance, participated in this year’s event. Each team, consisting of two members including electrical chief engineers, utilized their frontline knowledge and skills to compete with precision and speed in emergency response scenarios.

Among the participating teams, the Tohoku team was awarded the Grand Prize. They excelled in utilizing their knowledge of related equipment to ensure safety for both operators and facilities. Their adept use of smartphones enabled them to conduct rapid and precise restoration work, and their thorough explanations and proposals to clients were particularly praised.

Feedback from Guests

Mr. Toshitaka Kuroyagi, Senior Manager of the Kansai Electrical Safety Association, provided valuable commentary on the contest. He noted that the timely theme of remote instructions was commendable and aligned with modern field responses. The tasks included critical operations such as handling low-voltage equipment and confirming key points during panel door openings, linking directly to practical work scenarios. He emphasized appreciation for the teams' awareness of the risks involved, showcasing their attention to safety. The composed and detailed explanations provided to facility stakeholders made a lasting impression.

Conclusion from President Hamada

President Kazunari Hamada emphasized the company’s commitment to utilizing Digital Transformation (DX) for enhancing area management and equipment operations efficiency while addressing labor shortages in society. He stated, “Safety and security expand to include our employees, facilities, and the customers who utilize these facilities. It is paramount that our employees maintain this safety and security every day.” He clarified that the contest aimed not for competition, but to share best practices that could lead to improvements in their operations. This continuous focus on safety and operational excellence further contributes to the company's mission of enhancing security and peace of mind through skilled professionals.

Aeon Delight remains dedicated to nurturing talents that possess both “human power” and “technical expertise,” striving to further enhance the safety and security of facilities and their surrounding environments.

Additional Information

For further details on the competition, it should be noted that the first two parts of the contest, focusing on security and cleaning, will be referenced on November 14, 2025. The Aeon Delight Academy Nagahama serves as the training hub for the group, equipped with approximately 30 types of practical training facilities for electrical, HVAC, fire safety, and cleaning tasks. Furthermore, area management represents a new facility management model that efficiently oversees multiple locations utilizing remote monitoring features and digital device integration to streamline operations.