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...
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...
MDS reinvents through electronics shift

MDS reinvents through electronics shift

Japanese remanufacturer diversifies with new focus on automation sector. By Koichi Yoshizuka, CEO, QRIE Ltd. As global demand for printed documents continues to shrink, remanufacturers around the world are facing increased pressure to evolve. One standout example of...
Amazon fined ¥35 million in Japan

Amazon fined ¥35 million in Japan

The recent Tokyo District Court ruling against Amazon Japan highlights a broader issue that also resonates in the office imaging sector — the ongoing challenge of counterfeit products being sold via online marketplaces and the responsibilities of these platforms when...