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NEWS 327 : DRIVING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AT SEA

Kyokuyo Invests in Eight Knot Inc., a Startup Specializing in Autonomous Navigation
Category: corporate
Kyokuyo Shipyard Corporation has invested in Eight Knot Inc. (https://8kt.jp/), a start-up company conducting research and development of autonomous navigation technology for small vessels. The company's mission is to "drive digital transformation and automation in the maritime sector, providing innovative solutions to address pressing societal issues."

Tags: management, business partnership, investment, technology, eight knot

NEWS 326 : THE FINAL RUNNER CROSSED THE FINISH LINE!

Naming & Delivery of S575, 1,096TEU Container Carrier A KAKOGAWA
Category: shipbuilding
The naming and delivery ceremony for S575, a 1,096 TEU container carrier, took place on September 19. This vessel is the last in a series of eight vessels that have been built over the past two years. She is our final relay race runner who reaches the finish line.

Tags: container carrier, ceremony

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NEWS 325 : LET'S GO HAND IN HAND

Kyokuyo Is Registered for the Government's "Partnership Building Declaration"
Category: corporate
The "Partnership Building Declaration" is a government-backed initiative in Japan that is driving better collaboration and mutual growth among business enterprises in the country. Companies are joining this initiative to create sustainable relationships that allow both larger and smaller businesses to grow together, and they are doing so with the clear understanding that this will contribute to a more robust and equitable Japanese economy.

Tags: management, business partnership, government service, trade practice

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NEWS 324 : WE WON! FIRST WIN & SINGLE-DIGIT RANKING

KYOKUYO BLUESTARS in the 2024 Shimonoseki Cutter Race
Category: people | local
After a three-year hiatus due to the unfortunate circumstances of the pandemic, the much-anticipated Shimonoseki Cutter Race was finally resumed last year on a reduced scale. This year, the event returned to its original form and welcomed many teams from all over the country, including teams from Shimonoseki and beyond!

Tags: sport activity, boat, blue stars, competition

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NEWS 323 : WORK AND LIVE BETTER IN A SHIPYARD

Kyokuyo Raises Salaries (Significantly)
Category: corporate | people

In the spring of this year, Kyokuyo Shipyard implemented a significant increase and expansion of "childcare support," including congratulatory gifts for births and enrollment in elementary and junior high schools.

Tags: family, working rule, lifestyle, welfare, wage and salary

2024 The 8th Samurai

NEWS 322 : SEVEN SAMURAI RETURNED

From Vocational Training at Oita
Category: shipbuilding | people

On June 28, we celebrated the graduation ceremony of the annual training program for new recruits at the Oita Regional Shipbuilding Craftsmanship Center (ORSC) in Saiki City, Oita Prefecture. Seven of our new recruits returned safely with a slightly more mature look (one with blond hair) after completing the three-month training program that began on April 4. Reflecting their efforts and struggles, their work uniforms seem to be dirty again this year.

Tags: new staff, recruitment, training, tv

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NEWS 321 : UNDER THE MISTY SKY OF HANA-GUMORI

1,096TEU Container Carrier "A SUWA" Named and Delivered
Category: shipbuilding
The Japanese custom of hanami, or cherry blossom viewing, where parties are held under the cherry blossoms in full bloom, is well known. The spring cherry blossoms, which bloom and fall at the same time, have long held great significance in our culture as a symbol of beauty and transience.

Tags: container carrier, ceremony, japan, china, hanami

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NEWS 320 : LET'S SAIL THE BOAT TOGETHER

Kyokuyo Welcomed 9 New Employees for 2024
Category: corporate | people

On April 1, as the wave of cherry blossoms was moving across the northern part of Japan, new employees arrived at Kyokuyo.

Tags: new staff, recruitment, ceremony, training

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NEWS 319 : ON A STILL CHILLY EARLY SPRING DAY

Naming & Delivery of 1,096TEU Container Ship "A ROKKO"
Category: shipbuilding
According to the traditional Japanese calendar, which originated in China, Risshun, or the beginning of spring, was celebrated on February 4 this year.

On February 20, when it was still chilly although it was supposed to be spring, the naming and delivery ceremony for S574, the fifth ship in the series of 1,096 TEU container carriers, was held. For Kyokuyo, this was the first ship to be delivered in 2024.

Tags: container carrier, ceremony, japan, china

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NEWS 318 : SMALL GIFTS TO MAKE THEM SMILE

Kyokuyo's Child Care Support Expands
Category: corporate | people

While Japan's economy has finally emerged from a long period of deflation, prices are now rising and the economic environment is becoming more difficult for households.

In order to provide direct support to families raising children who will lead Japan's next generation, Kyokuyo has decided to generously expand its Childcare Gift Program effective April 1.

Tags: family, working rule, lifestyle, welfare

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NEWS 317 : IN SUPPORT OF DISASTER RELIEF AND RECOVERY EFFORTS

2024 Noto Earthquake
Category: corporate | people
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the victims of the 2024 Noto Earthquake. We offer our deepest sympathies and pray for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives.

Tags: disaster, donation, social contribution, earthquake, safety

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NEWS 316 : NEW YEAR, NEW TECHNOLOGIES, NEW PRODUCTS

New Year Greetings 2024
Category: shipbuilding | corporate
Happy New Year to all of you!
At the beginning of the year, I would like to extend my best wishes for the New Year and express my hopes for 2024.

Tags: message, greetings, president, recruitment, management

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NEWS 315 : THE TOURNAMENT RETURNS AFTER 4 YEARS!

The 60th 'KYOKUYO OPEN' Golf Tournament
Category: people | local
The Kyokuyo Open Golf Tournament, which was suspended after 2019 due to the COVID disaster, was finally held for the first time in four years on Friday, October 27, 2023 at the Shimonoseki Golden Golf Club. This year's tournament was the 60th edition.

Tags: sport activity, golf, kyokuyo open, competition

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NEWS 314 : BORN WITH THE ARRIVAL OF AUTUMN

Naming & Delivery of 1,096TEU Container Ship "A ONTAKE"
Category: shipbuilding
On September 25th, with the autumnal equinox having passed and the arrival of autumn being felt day by day, the naming and delivery ceremony was held for S570, the fourth ship in the series of 1,096 TEU container carriers.

Tags: container carrier, ceremony, japan, china

Spring Marine Litter Zero Week 2023

NEWS 313 : THOROUGH RESEARCH IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS

"Autumn Marine Litter Zero Week 2023" at Takehisa Beach
Category: local | corporate | people

Three months have passed since the June litter picking, and now it's time for "Autumn Marine Litter Zero Week". We, being a member of the Cooperative Association of Japan Shipbuilders, are taking part in the nationwide effort to clean up marine litter.

Tags: social contribution, cleaning, environment

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NEWS 312 : ON A SUNNY DAY AT THE END OF THE RAINY SEASON

Naming Ceremony for KAIFU, 1,096TEU Container Carrier
Category: shipbuilding
On July 18, the third in a series of 1,096 TEU Japanmax container ships, code-named "S569", was named and delivered in a ceremony blessed with fine weather in the last days of the rainy season. The ceremony was again attended by guests from NEW GENERAL AVIATION INTERNATIONAL PTE.LTD., the owner of the vessel, and ITOCHU Corporation.

Tags: container carrier, ceremony, japan, china

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NEWS 311 : THANKS TO THE RULE CHANGE!

BLUE STARS Makes First Breakthrough in Shimonoseki Cutter Race
Category: people | local
Remember KYOKUYO BLUE STARS? It is the official cutter club of Kyokuyo, formed in 2017. They have been participating in the Shimonoseki Cutter Race, which is held in our hometown of Shimonoseki every year (except during the interruption period), without fail since the 6th race.

Tags: sport activity, boat, blue stars, competition

Hiromichi Aiba - Kyokuyo Shipyard

NEWS 310 : THANKFUL TO WORK WITH YOU

A Message from Hiromichi Aiba, New Senior Managing Director
Category: corporate | shipbuilding | people
Hello everyone, my name is Hiromichi Aiba, General Manager of the Design Division. I am pleased to announce my appointment as the new Senior Managing Director, replacing Tetsuo Mitsui, who stepped down as Director and assumed the position of Chief Technical Fellow.

Tags: director, tetsuo mitsui, hiromichi aiba, staffs introduction, ship design

2023 training at Oita

NEWS 309 : STAINED CLOTHS PROVE THEIR HARD WORK

The Five New Employees Return from Training at Oita
Category: shipbuilding | people

This year's annual training for new recruits at the Oita Regional Shipbuilding Craftsmanship Center (ORSC, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture), has been completed and a graduation ceremony was held on June 30.

Tags: new staff, recruitment, training, tv

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