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History
65 EVENTS
The history of our group began with the founding of 'Osaka Iron Works' by a person from Northern Ireland on April 1, 1881 (Meiji 14).
Founded by Edward Hazlett Hunter, a businessman from Northern Ireland, who established 'Osaka Iron Works' (OSAKA IRON WORKS) on April 1, 1881 (Meiji 14).
Start of operation at Ibaraki Factory
Completion of Japan's first double-hull VLCC
Completion of new large steel structure factory and Sakai Factory
Completion of the world's largest caliber 14.14m slurry shield tunneling machine
Completion of the world's first triple-type shield tunneling machine
Received the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award for excellent environmental equipment for waste treatment facilities for the Saitama Eastern Cleaning Union
Entered the power wholesale supply business
Japan's first super waste-to-energy plant operational
Start of operation at Ariake Machinery Factory (Ariake Factory) (relocation of Sakurajima Factory)
Completion of the world's largest B&W type marine diesel engine (74640 horsepower) No. 1 unit
Completion of the world's first swiveling floating bridge 'Yumebuki Bridge'
Achieved 8,000 hours of continuous operation at a waste incineration facility for Taiwan
Completion of large-scale seawater desalination plant for Saudi Arabia
Separation of shipbuilding business
Concluded 'Basic Agreement for the Integration of Shipbuilding Business' with Nippon Steel Corporation
Merged with H.E.C. Corporation
Transferred shipbuilding business to Universal Shipbuilding Corporation as of October 1
Started using the combined name 'Hitz' from October 1
Completion of the world's most advanced large marine electronic control engine No. 1
Completion of water desalination plant for Oman
Completion of Japan's largest waste cooking oil fuel conversion facility for Kyoto City
Start of Japan's first general waste intermediate treatment project for Odate City under the PFI promotion law
Completion of water desalination plant for Abu Dhabi
Completion of Japan's largest gasification melting furnace for Toyota City
Completion of new factory dedicated to industrial machinery and shield tunneling machines at Sakai Factory
Integration of 10 group companies
Completion of new factory for manufacturing medium-sized marine diesel engines at Ariake Factory
Establishment of a Chinese joint venture for marine diesel engines
Establishment of a Chinese joint venture for marine deck machinery manufacturing
Acquisition of Swiss Inova (now Hitachi Zosen Inova) as a subsidiary
130th anniversary of founding
Establishment of a local subsidiary in India
Deployment of the world's first ship equipped with IMO Tier 3 compliant NOx SCR
Establishment of an Indian joint venture for process equipment
Completion of a precision machinery center
Completion of the world's largest diameter 17.45m earth pressure shield tunneling machine
Acquisition of NAC International Inc. in the United States
Establishment of a local subsidiary in Myanmar
Establishment of an Indonesian local subsidiary
Absorption and merger of Ataka Daiki Corporation
Marine SCR system receives the world's first FTA certification
Entered the retail electricity market by utilizing renewable energy as a specific scale electric power business operator (PPS)
Oumu River Wind Power Plant completed, Oumu River Wind Power Co., Ltd. begins operation
Miyanosato Wood Biomass Power Plant completed, electricity sales business started
Acquired Australian Osmoflo as a subsidiary
Formulated new long-term vision "Hitz 2030 Vision" and new medium-term management plan "Change & Growth"
Establishment of a local subsidiary in Thailand
Issued Japan's first "Hitachi Zosen Green Bond" in the manufacturing industry
Established an overseas maintenance joint venture company in China for waste incineration power plants for the first time
Start of operation of "Hitz Advanced Information Technology Center (A.I/TEC)"
Completion of the first phase of the world's largest waste incineration power plant in China
Formulated new medium-term management plan "Forward 22"
Completion of the installation work of Japan's first submarine flap gate type water gate for Iwate Prefecture
140th anniversary of founding
Established "PtG Square" inside the port construction factory
Established a joint venture "Underground Space Development Co., Ltd." with Kawasaki Heavy Industries for shield machine business
Hitachi Zosen Inova acquires Steinmüller Babcock Environment Group
Selected as a "DX certified business operator" by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry
Signed the United Nations Global Compact
Established a joint venture 'Tosho Mirai Manufacturing Co., Ltd.' with Tokyo Electric Power Holdings Inc. and Fukushima Prefecture Hamadori region for decommissioning-related products
The new medium-term management plan 'Forward 25' has started
Establishment of 'Hitachi Zosen Marine Engines Co., Ltd.'
Changed the trade name to Kanadevia Co., Ltd.
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Inspection Accident and Power Outage at Matsumoto Clean Center
On November 8, 2026, an accidental misoperation during an electrical equipment inspection at Matsumoto Clean Center caused a power outage in parts of Azumino City and Matsumoto City in Nagano Prefecture. The facility continues to experience a lack of grid power, but is maintaining waste acceptance using a backup generator and temporary power supply. Kanadevia has confirmed the facts and causes with relevant parties and is implementing measures to prevent recurrence.
Kanadevia Signs Biochar Technology Transfer Agreement with Local Company
Kanadevia Co., Ltd. has entered into a technology transfer agreement with Chinese environmental solutions company Zhongchuan Lishui Environmental Protection and EFCaR® (EFCaR) for biochar technology, establishing a system for manufacturing and supplying equipment within China. Kanadevia’s Chinese subsidiary KVTS provides waste treatment operators with biochar quality data management services, supporting stable production and the creation of carbon credits. By combining local companies’ low-cost equipment with Kanadevia’s quality management, the expansion of biochar use and decarbonization in the Chinese market are promoted.
Kanadevia Co., Ltd., 11th Drink Japan Exhibition
Kanadevia Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the 11th Drink Japan held at Tokyo Big Sight from November 18 to 20, 2026. The displays include a new filling machine and a production line monitoring system panel. Pre-registration is free and can be done via the URL.
Kanadevia Inc. Exhibits at EcoPro EARTH2026
Kanadevia Inc. will exhibit at EcoPro EARTH2026, held from December 2 to 4, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight East Hall. At Booth No.3-002, we will showcase our initiatives on decarbonization, resource circulation, and building safe and prosperous communities.
Communicating Decarbonization and Circular Economy Technologies at COP31
Kanadevia will speak three times at the Japan Pavilion and other seminars hosted by the Ministry of the Environment at COP31, scheduled to be held in Antalya, Turkey, from November 9 to 20, 2026. The presentations will cover the role of green hydrogen, the company’s hydrogen production technology and implementation cases, and topics related to decarbonization and the circular economy. Group subsidiaries Kanadevia Inova and Osmoflo will also participate in various events, collectively showcasing the group’s technologies and achievements.
Notice of Establishment of Asbestos Consultation Desk
Kanadevia Co., Ltd. has established an asbestos health consultation desk for retirees who handled asbestos-containing products. After confirming employment status upon request, they can receive a health check at a specialized chest disease medical facility (company bears the cost). If findings are present, additional examinations and procedures for occupational injury certification are conducted, enabling receipt of workers' compensation benefits and special survivor benefits.
Kanadevia Inova acquires all shares of Petrokens
Kanadevia Inova, a subsidiary of Kanadevia, acquired all shares of Petrokens, an engineering company based in Chennai, India. By integrating Petrokens' detailed design capabilities and supplier network, it aims to strengthen engineering and procurement capabilities for Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, and enhance competitiveness in waste treatment and resource circulation solutions.
Personnel Change dated November 1, 2026
Kanadevia announced a personnel change dated November 1, 2026. Mr. Koichiro Oshima will step down as Director of the Quality Fraud Prevention Promotion Office, and Mr. Eiji Kojima will concurrently serve as Director of that office. Mr. Tomohiro Yoshitake will serve as Compliance Director and concurrently head that office.
CEO Kuwahara to Speak at COP31 and JEFMA Seminar
Michiru Kuwahara, Representative Director, President and Group CEO of Kanadevia, will speak at a seminar hosted by JEFMA at COP31 on November 16, 2026. He is scheduled to give a talk of approximately 15 minutes starting at 2:00 p.m. local time on the theme “A Path to Net Zero Through Regional Circular Models That Create Value from Waste.” The seminar will be held in English.
Completion of Technology Demonstration Plant for Decarbonizing Waste Treatment Facilities
Kanadevia, with the cooperation of the Tokyo 23 wards cleaning office, completed the world's first technology demonstration plant at Shinagawa Cleaning Plant and held a completion ceremony on October 5, 2026. By supplying oxygen to the incinerator, the CO₂ concentration in the exhaust gas is increased, aiming for efficient recovery. The demonstration of this technology is scheduled to begin in November of the same year.
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National Tax Agency basic information3120001031541
Source: National Tax Agency Corporate Number Publication Site, basic three items
