We are back from an inspiring business delegation trip to Japan, organised by the Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry of Economic Affairs, Transport, Agriculture and Viticulture and led by Minister of Economic Affairs Daniela Schmitt.
Our stations: Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya – impressively connected by travelling on the Shinkansen, a symbol of Japanese efficiency and progress.
🤝 Networks, insights and collaborations
The programme offered numerous highlights – including
- A visit to the German Embassy in Tokyo
- An exclusive networking dinner with high-ranking representatives from politics and business
But the real highlight of this trip was the opportunity to hold targeted co-operation talks with Japan’s largest airlines and airport operators thanks to the great support of the AHK Japan (German Chamber of Industry and Commerce in Japan).
🔋 Japan focusses on hydrogen in the airport sector
What we have learnt: Japan is pursuing a remarkably pragmatic hydrogen strategy – especially in the aviation sector. The expansion of the infrastructure around hydrogen refuelling stations and H2-powered airport vehicles is progressing rapidly. Our discussions have impressively confirmed the high potential for HTM baggage tug retrofit solutions and other HTM hydrogen applications in airport operations.
🌱 Global partnerships for sustainable mobility
In addition to new strategic contacts, we were also able to strengthen existing local partnerships. We would like to thank the Rhineland-Palatinate Ministry of Economic Affairs and the AHK Japan for the excellent organisation and support of this trip.
We look forward to translating the impetus gained into future collaborations – and working with strong partners to advance hydrogen mobility internationally.
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