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In a strategic move aimed at strengthening its position in the home respiratory therapy sector, Nippon Gases, the European subsidiary of Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation (NSHD), has announced the acquisition of Esteve Teijin Healthcare (ETH), a joint venture created in 2009 by Corporación Químico-Farmacéutica Esteve (CQFE) and Teijin Holdings Europe BV (Teijin). A step towards [...]

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore the possibility of business integration through the creation of a joint parent company. This collaboration is aimed at accelerating advances in vehicle intelligence, electrification and the transition to a carbon-neutral and zero-carbon society.

Iberia launches direct flights between Madrid and Tokyo, establishing a unique bridge between Spain and Japan. This Thursday 27 October, the first flight will take off with 352 passengers on board, marking a milestone in the airline's history. This service, operated with Airbus A350 aircraft, will offer three weekly frequencies and promises to boost tourism [...]