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Strategic Alliance Reshaping Manufacturing in Japan

JFE Shoji Electronics, based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has entered into a foundational business outsourcing contract with NTT Device Cross Technology (NXTEC), headquartered in Kawasaki, Kanagawa. This collaboration aims to address the evolving challenges in Japan's manufacturing sector, characterized by increased technological complexity and fierce global competition.

The Need for Advanced Solutions

The Japanese manufacturing industry is currently navigating a pivotal transformation, necessitating not only cutting-edge technologies but also comprehensive ecosystems that allow for deep understanding of customer needs. Common challenges arise from the intricate nature of current technologies and the global market landscape. To thrive, companies must establish synergistic partnerships that can bridge technological gaps.

Strengths of JFE Shoji Electronics

JFE Shoji Electronics has a robust foundation as an electronics trading firm, leveraged by its extensive global network and support capabilities through its technical departments. The company specializes in identifying necessary technologies and pairing customers with the most suitable partners, while also providing optimal product solutions.

NXTEC's Comprehensive Technological Services

On the other side, NXTEC excels in the development of optoelectronic fusion devices and provides a wide range of services—covering the entire process from design, analysis, prototyping, to evaluation of electronic devices and components. By integrating such services with JFE's foundry solutions, this partnership promises a comprehensive support system that encompasses the entire semiconductor manufacturing process, including post-process and packaging testing.

Creating Value Together

With this agreement, both companies are committed to maximizing the synergies of their technologies and customer bases to emerge as leading solution providers in manufacturing. They aim to support innovative new manufacturing capabilities originating from Japan while continuing to offer reliable, cutting-edge products and services to both domestic and international clients.

Leadership Insights

Comments from NXTEC CEO, Satoshi Kodama:
Kodama expressed enthusiasm about the new partnership with JFE Shoji Electronics, noting the importance of their global foundry network. He emphasized that pairing JFE's technical support with NXTEC's expertise in optical communication devices and ICT hardware development will provide optimal solutions for manufacturing.

Comments from JFE Shoji CEO, Kunihide Ebina:
Ebina echoed similar sentiments about the partnership's potential to generate significant synergy. He highlighted the collaboration as not just a business arrangement but a shared vision to succeed in meeting customer needs by accurately connecting them with the technologies required for successful manufacturing.

Company Overview

Company Name: JFE Shoji Electronics Co., Ltd.
Location: 6th Floor, Shin Otemachi Building, 2-2-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0004, Japan
CEO: Kunihide Ebina
Founded: October 2004
Website: JFE Shoji Electronics

Business Scope

• - Total solutions from semiconductor design and development to production, including peripheral device sales and product planning.
• - Sales, installation, and maintenance of equipment for electronic components, assembly, and inspection.
• - Sale and maintenance of industrial cleaning devices and various cleaning agents.
• - Sales and maintenance of products and solutions contributing to factory automation and smart manufacturing.
• - Information processing services and related information provision.

For inquiries regarding this announcement, please contact JFE Shoji Electronics Co., Ltd.