Daihen's Disaster Prevention Battery Package Wins Prime Minister's Award

Daihen's Innovative Disaster Prevention Battery Package

Daihen Inc. has recently achieved a significant milestone by receiving the esteemed Prime Minister's Award at the Japan Resilience Awards 2026, organized by the Resilience Japan Promotion Council. This accolade recognizes the company's groundbreaking Disaster Prevention Battery Package, which is designed to enhance disaster resilience across society.

The Japan Resilience Awards acknowledges organizations and companies that exemplify leadership in creating a resilient society capable of withstanding disasters and other risks. By awarding those who contribute to building strength in communities, human resources, and industries, the awards aim to foster a culture of preparedness and response in Japan.

Award Ceremony Highlights

During the awards ceremony, notable figures included the Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masanori Ozaki, alongside Daihen's President Masahiro Minoge and Executive Officer Masayuki Hattori of the EMS Division. Their presence underscored the importance and recognition of this achievement within Japan's broader strategy for disaster management.

Unique Features of the Battery Package

The Disaster Prevention Battery Package stands out as Japan’s first emergency power source to obtain fire-fighting equipment certification utilizing lithium-ion battery technology. The package serves as a crucial power supply for essential facilities during disasters, such as hospitals, to ensure the operation of emergency and evacuation systems. Notably, in everyday use, the battery also plays a vital role in stabilizing the power grid and supporting the expansion of renewable energy resources.

Key Recognitions:

1. Japan's Only Fire-certified Battery: This product is uniquely certified for both regular and emergency use, showcasing its versatility and reliability.
2. Always Operational: The battery remains in a state of readiness by being utilized during regular periods, thus minimizing risks of inoperability during critical times.
3. Environmentally Friendly: Unlike traditional diesel generators, this battery operates without generating harmful vibrations, exhaust fumes, or noise, significantly reducing its environmental impact.
4. Stabilizing the Power Grid: The potential replacement of approximately 200,000 diesel generators with this battery system is projected to enhance stability within Japan's power infrastructure and further support the integration of green energy solutions.

Commitment to Future Development

Daihen intends to leverage this award as a catalyst for advancing product development that addresses pressing societal challenges, such as national resilience and decarbonization efforts. The company aims to contribute to the creation of a robust and sustainable society capable of withstanding future disasters with its innovative solutions.

Further Information

For inquiries about the Disaster Prevention Battery Package and its features, please contact:
Daihen Inc., EMS Division Planning Department, Telephone: 06-7175-8599

To read more about the recent innovations and achievements, visit Daihen's latest press releases and the comprehensive list of award recipients from the Japan Resilience Awards 2026.