Japan’s OEMs raise the bar on circularity

Japan’s OEMs raise the bar on circularity

As Japanese printer OEMs accelerate their shift towards circular business models, the remanufacturing sector must respond — not just to keep pace, but to lead. By Koichi Yoshizuka, CEO, QRIE Ltd. In the face of tightening environmental regulations and a shrinking...
Kyocera profit rises despite headwinds

Kyocera profit rises despite headwinds

Kyocera reported a modest rise in quarterly profit despite a drop in revenue, as cost-cutting and asset sales helped offset weaker demand and the impact of a stronger yen. Net profit attributable to shareholders rose 0.9% to ¥37.1 billion ($239 million/ €219 million)...
Mitsubishi to exit toner resin market by 2026

Mitsubishi to exit toner resin market by 2026

Mitsubishi Chemical to close Diacron resin operations, following Mitsui and earlier toner exits. Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation has confirmed it will withdraw from the polyester toner resin market, ending production of its Diacron™ resin by 31 March 2026 and...
Lexmark releases new firmware update

Lexmark releases new firmware update

THI confirms compatibility of its JetWorld branded cartridges with latest firmware. Lexmark has released a new firmware update for a range of its monochrome and colour laser printers, dated July 2025. The new firmware packages — MSLBD.230.441.zip and CSLBL.230.441.zip...