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Konica Minolta and FUJIFILM Business Innovation explore a potential strategic alliance

April 15, 2024

Konica Minolta, Inc. and FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp. announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding to begin a feasibility study for a strategic alliance in the multifunction printer (MFP), office printer and production printer segments.

The rapidly evolving market landscape for MFPs and printers requires proactive measures, FUJIFILM Business Innovation said in its announcement.

Konica Minolta and FUJIFILM Business Innovation are actively considering a business alliance to strengthen their business foundation including the development of a robust supply system for their products. The companies are also seeking to expand other business alliances and continue discussions. The main details of these promising discussions are as follows:

  1. Procurement business alliance
    • Exploring the establishment of a joint venture to coordinate the procurement of raw materials and parts.
      • Tentative timetable for establishment of a joint venture: Second quarter of FY2024
      • Shareholding Ratio: Majority ownership by FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp
  1. Toner development and production business alliance
  2. Other business alliances:
    • Discussion and agreement on other strategic collaborations related to the subject business will be addressed separately.

Toshimitsu Taiko, President and CEO, KONICA MINOLTA, INC. said: “Sharing a common understating of the challenges facing the business, the two leading companies will be able to mutually maximize strengths through this alliance. I am looking forward to working together to improve investment efficiency and cost-competitiveness, strengthen capabilities for stable supply, environmental initiatives, and business continuity plans (BCP), and pursue the potential for enhancing business resilience as global manufacturers.”

Naoki Hama, President and CEO, FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp. said: “The ongoing discussions for this business alliance are of immense importance as we strive to strengthen our competitiveness and expand our global presence to make a significant leap forward. We are confident that this partnership will create a new framework to enhance our supply chain and build a robust business foundation.”

Categories : Around the Industry

Tags : Alliance Business FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp. Konica Minolta MFPs Strategic Partnership Toner

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