Experts in the field of resource circulation from Japan and Europe gather in Shizuoka! A two-day event to learn about the forefront of the circular economy - "Closed Loop Recycle Forum 2025," envisioning the future of resource circulation together.

Protech Engineering (Booth Number: 240) will be exhibiting at the "Hokkaido Construction Development Comprehensive Exhibition 2025," scheduled to be held on October 8 (Wednesday) and 9 (Thursday), 2025. On the day of the event, we will provide detailed explanations of the following disaster prevention products using models, panels, and various materials. ◆ Main Exhibited Products ◆ - Energy-absorbing rockfall protection fence / ARC Fence (model display) - Landslide debris protection fence / Slope Guard Fence Type LE (model display) - Pile-type (pile foundation) debris flow and driftwood countermeasure for non-flowing streams / Urban Guard - Avalanche prevention piles / Tri-Pile - Avalanche protection fence / Slope Guard Fence Type LS - High energy-absorbing rockfall protection fence / Macro Fence In addition, we will have a variety of materials on disaster prevention products developed independently by Protech Engineering, so we kindly invite you to visit our booth.

Profect Co., Ltd. will hold a seminar on October 3rd (Friday) themed around the IT Implementation Subsidy 2025 and our developed and sold production management system "TED." This year's IT Implementation Subsidy has seen a significant decrease in the acceptance rate compared to previous years. Many companies are struggling with the situation of having wanted to implement IT tools but being rejected. In this seminar, we will explain why the acceptance rate has dropped, the background behind it, and the key points for being accepted. Additionally, we will introduce our initiatives that have achieved a 100% acceptance rate so far this year and the reasons why our production management system "TED," registered as an IT tool, is chosen. To accommodate busy schedules, this seminar will be held in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person attendance and online participation via Zoom. Please choose your preferred method of participation according to your convenience. If you are currently considering applying for the IT Implementation Subsidy or are interested in production management, we encourage you to join us. We sincerely look forward to your application.

An international forum aimed at promoting the circular economy and closed-loop economy, "Closed Loop Recycle Forum 2025 (hereinafter referred to as CLRF2025)," will be held for two days from November 25 (Tuesday) to 26 (Wednesday) at The Oriental Terrace in Chuo Ward, Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture. In Europe, closed-loop recycling practices are already advancing. We have organized this international forum as a platform to connect the forefront of Europe with Japan's challenges, striving for a future that balances economic viability and environmental sustainability. A total of 12 speakers, including Chairman Kajiwara of the Waste and 3R Research Foundation and Director Kaneko of the Ministry of the Environment's Container and Packaging Recycling Division, along with leading recycling operators and researchers from Japan and Europe, will present advanced examples of the circular economy and closed-loop economy. Furthermore, through discussions on the feasibility and challenges of implementation in Japan, we will explore hints for sustainable business models that companies and local governments should aim for.

The "Wallet Key," which brings a major innovation to the hotel key situation that has undergone several generations of changes, including cylinder locks, magnetic locks, contactless card locks, and mobile keys, has finally been born. Full-scale implementation will begin within the year at domestic accommodations. This service directly delivers the Wallet Key to the wallet apps pre-installed on guests' smartphones. We will provide an overview and the latest information on hotel keys from the perspectives of business efficiency, energy conservation, and hotel digital transformation (DX).

The Aica Modern Architecture Seminar Executive Committee will invite architect Junya Ishigami as a lecturer and hold the "67th Aica Modern Architecture Seminar." The "Aica Modern Architecture Seminar" is a cultural activity aimed at enhancing and developing architectural culture, welcoming renowned architects from both Japan and abroad to give lectures across a wide range of fields, including housing, environment, and urban space. This seminar, which began in 1983, will mark its 67th session, and the details of the event are as follows. We sincerely look forward to your attendance. Organizer and others: ■ Organizer: Aica Modern Architecture Seminar Executive Committee ■ Sponsor: Aica Kogyo Co., Ltd. ■ Operational Support: Kenpo Co., Ltd. ■ Inquiries: Aica Modern Architecture Seminar Executive Committee Office (within Kenpo Co., Ltd.) aicaseminar@kenchiku.co.jp