The Tokyo Metropolitan Government, through its Small and Medium Enterprise Support Center, will dispatch five Tokyo-based companies to POWERGEN 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. This initiative, based on the long-standing economic cooperation framework between Tokyo and Texas, aims to strengthen business collaboration and foster technology exchange in critical infrastructure sectors. The selected companies offer practical solutions addressing urgent challenges for U.S. utilities and engineering, procurement, and construction contractors.
The technologies presented target core needs including power resilience, fire safety, water treatment compliance, energy efficiency, and infrastructure modernization. This strategic participation underscores Tokyo's commitment to advancing innovation within the global energy and infrastructure landscape through international partnership.
Nichibou Co., Ltd., a specialist in fire protection and disaster prevention, will showcase its 24/7 maintenance framework for critical infrastructure lifelines. The company is internationally recognized for its UL-certified erase-tube fire suppression device. Noatech Co., Ltd. provides advanced water treatment using its proprietary inorganic powder coagulant, Super Namit, supporting PFAS-compliant treatment for industrial wastewater and enabling water reuse.
Sketch Co., Ltd. develops nano-coating technologies that enhance building energy efficiency and lifespan, with solutions implemented in over 1,000 facilities in Japan. System Brain Corporation offers nano-cleaning and surface protection systems for solar panels and public infrastructure, reducing maintenance costs with installations including Japan's Imperial Palace. Yamaguchi Heavy Industries Co., Ltd., through its U.S. subsidiary American Katerra, LLC based in San Antonio, delivers sustainable infrastructure solutions using proprietary low-carbon steel materials.
The delegation's focus on deployable technologies comes as U.S. utilities face increasing pressure to modernize grids, ensure disaster resilience, and comply with environmental regulations like PFAS standards in water treatment. The Tokyo Metropolitan Government's booth at POWERGEN 2026 will serve as a direct conduit for Japanese innovation to enter the North American market, potentially accelerating the adoption of efficient and resilient infrastructure solutions across the United States.
