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NEW Konica Minolta is Named Market Leader for Colour Light and Mid Digital Production Printer in ASEAN 2022

IDC Award Konica Minolta No 1 Market Leader for PP in ASEAN

Konica Minolta Digital Production Printers in the colour light and mid-category have taken the top spot across 6 ASEAN countries in 2022, cementing their position as the preferred choice for businesses seeking unparalleled quality and efficiency in printing technology.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia is pleased to announce that it has achieved the #1 market share in the Colour Light and Mid Digital Production Printer Segment across six ASEAN countries – Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Philippines in 2022. This outstanding accomplishment is a testament to the success of Konica Minolta’s innovative product line, which includes the AccurioPress C4080 Series, the AccurioPress C83hc, the AccurioPress C7100 Series, and the award-winning AccurioPress C14000 Series.

As a leading service provider for the production printing industry, Konica Minolta offers a wide range of cutting-edge hardware products, integrated workflows and innovative applications that enable businesses to grow in a highly competitive market.

With a strong focus on product development and customer centricity, Konica Minolta provides reliable and high-performance hardware that are designed to deliver exceptional quality, speed, and efficiency, while reducing costs and increasing productivity, helping their customers to grow and take advantage of the latest opportunities and technologies to achieve their goals.

Konica Minolta takes a holistic approach to service provision. In addition to their cutting-edge hardware, they offer integrated workflows and applications that streamline business processes, automate routine tasks, and enhance collaboration and communication across teams. From document management to cloud-based solutions, its offerings are designed to simplify and optimize workflows, enabling businesses to focus on what they do best.

It is thanks to the unique capabilities of Konica Minolta’s solutions alongside its exceptional go-to-market strategies in the ASEAN region that has helped Konica Minolta take advantage of the significant increase in print demand. Since 2022, daily activities returning to pre-pandemic levels has also contributed to the growth in machine shipments. This remarkable achievement is a result of Konica Minolta’s unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the needs of its customers.

Teh Hui Ying

“It brings us immense pleasure to announce that we have secured the position of market leader for the rapidly expanding Colour Production Printing market in the ASEAN region”, said Teh Hui Ying. “This accomplishment is a testament to our Igniting Print Possibilities commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable printing solutions  that helps our customers See the Potential. This market share growth reflects our dedication to the continued growth of the ASEAN region, and it only fuels our drive to bring even more ground-breaking and cutting-edge products and solutions to our customers.

Konica Minolta’s line of AccurioPress series has revolutionized the digital print production industry, offering a range of printers that can cater to the needs of any business. The AccurioPress C4080 Series, C83hc, C7100 Series, and C14000 Series production printers offer unparalleled colour image quality, next-level automation capabilities, ultra-high-speed performance, and professional-grade inline finishing options, making them the perfect companion for any printer looking to lead the industry in digital print production performance.

With purpose-built reliability and cutting-edge technology, these machines are designed to keep pace with rising client demands and workloads, allowing businesses to remain competitive in an ever-changing industry. Their versatility enables them to cater to any printing job specification, making them well-suited to fit a wide range of printing needs.

In addition to their exceptional performance, Konica Minolta’s AccurioPress series are engineered to improve workflow and efficiency, enabling businesses to produce quality prints quickly and reliably. By investing in these production printers, businesses can enhance their capabilities and meet the demands of their clients, ultimately increasing profitability and growth.

With Konica Minolta’s AccurioPress series, businesses can stay ahead of the curve and continue to provide exceptional printing services that keep their clients coming back for more.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia is a market-leading provider of trusted technology solutions for enterprise, government, small business, education and manufacturing and is dedicated to shaping workplaces of the future.

Through innovation and partnerships, we provide comprehensive information technology solutions and consultancy to optimise business processes with workflow automation to help business improve and optimise their processes. Konica Minolta is ‘recognised globally as a leader in print transformation’ (IDC MarketScape, 2020).

We are committed to creating value for our customers and society, and to contributing to a sustainable, equal and fair world. Being recognised and awarded for our contribution to society, we strive and work towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) throughout our business and supply chain.

With over 44,000 employees worldwide and operating in over 150 countries, Konica Minolta, Inc. has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, one of the most prestigious global indices of ESG investment, for eight years in a row. Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia, based in Singapore, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta, Inc., Tokyo, Japan. For more information, please visit https://www.konicaminolta.id/business/en/

Konica Minolta pushing boundaries with AccurioLabel 400 press launch

Konica Minolta pushing boundaries with AccurioLabel 400 press launch

Konica Minolta’s AccurioLabel 400 toner press is on track for first installations by early 2023 amid reports of market shifts that show 48% of converters are planning investments in new digital label presses within two years. Targeting mid- to high-volume label converters, the AccurioLabel 400 will provide affordable top-quality digital printing.

With the AccurioPress 400, market-leader Konica Minolta aims to capture a further significant share of a fast-growing sector that has an estimated 3,000-plus label converters in the mid- and high-volume sectors.

Data from research analysts IDC shows the digital labels and packaging production printer market is expected to increase at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 13.1% in a five-year period to 2025[1]. IDC states2, “The AccurioLabel 400 pushes the envelope on automation, speed, flexibility, and colour capabilities, enabling Konica Minolta to further penetrate the L&P market. The introduction of white cannot be overstated — the label converters in the mid- to high-volume space will welcome the business opportunities brought by this colour addition.” The report adds that the new press “also underlines Konica Minolta’s commitment to innovation and to driving growth in the L&P market”.

Important developments of the new AccurioLabel 400 press include the ability to expand applications with white toner, improved productivity with superfast print speeds of up to 39.9 metres per minute, and further running cost reductions thanks to even more durable parts life, as well as enhanced print quality. It is available in 4- and 5-colour configurations.

Steel Li, General Manager of Professional Print Headquarters

“Konica Minolta is accelerating its presence in the label, packaging and embellishment markets and this magnificent machine has tremendous productivity capabilities. Targeting mid-to-high volume label converters, commercial printers and large brand owners, the AccurioLabel 400 provides affordable, top-quality digital label printing,” said Steel Li. “The new press brings another level of opportunity to enable print transformation in mid- and high-volume production markets for forward-thinking label converters. The digitization of the label industry will continue to accelerate with double-digit predicted growth annually. Opportunity is everywhere. It just takes a spark to make it happen.

He added: “We are confident of capturing significant market share with the AccurioLabel 400 that will have an extremely competitive total cost of ownership.”

• Increased usability and automation thanks to Intelligent Quality Care and the IQ-520 module, which enables real time control of colour stability and colour registration, as well as automatic calibration, density adjustments and profile creation.

• A print resolution of 1200 dpi (equivalent to 3600 dpi) by 2400 dpi, plus the Konica Minolta AccurioLabel 400 single-pass toner production press also prints on paper widths up to 330mm or 250mm.

• Ease of use for operators with multiple touch panel monitors in three different areas of the label press eliminating the need for extensive user training.

[1] IDC Market Note, Konica Minolta Unveils AccurioLabel 400, doc # EUR149276522, June 2022

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia, based in Singapore, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta Inc., Tokyo, Japan. With its expertise in imaging, data processing and data-based decision making, Konica Minolta creates relevant solutions for its customers and solves issues faced by society.

As a digital workplace solution provider, Konica Minolta helps its clients to identify and unlock the potential digitalisation to help companies reach the next level in the digital maturity of their organisation by rethinking the workplace.

Konica Minolta’s Igniting Print Possibilities offering helps printers, converters and brand owners maximize workflow automation to increase efficiency. The company delivers consultancy in all communication matters as well as top-of-the-line production, packaging and label printers. Its finishing devices create print products that stand out and create added value. Konica Minolta has established itself as the production printing market leader for more than a decade (InfoSource).

With its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Konica Minolta has pledged to consistently pursue its sustainability and social responsibility goals. The company has been repeatedly recognized for its rich history of social contribution as well as for working towards achieving the SDGs throughout its business and is listed among “2021 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World”, also having received the highest level in EcoVadis Sustainabilty Ratings.

Worldwide, the company has over 43,000 employees and is operating in over 150 countries.

For more information, please visit https://www.konicaminolta.id/business/en/

AccurioPress C7100 Wins BLI PRO Colour Award from Keypoint Intelligence

C7100 Wins BLI 2022 Pro Colour Award

In little more than a year since its worldwide launch, Konica Minolta’s AccurioPress C7100 cut-sheet toner production press has captured another important accolade – a Buyers Lab (BLI) 2022 Colour PRO Award from Keypoint Intelligence, the independent evaluator of document imaging hardware, software and services.

A “brilliant” performance press under exacting testing conditions, the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C7100 with EFI Fiery IC-319 Print Server was named Outstanding Mid-Volume CMYK Production Device during Keypoint Intelligence’s latest round of BLI 2022 PRO Awards. It follows on from the TÜV Rheinland certification that incorporates respective national and international coveted standards for child-safe toy safety, awarded last year.

Konica Minolta’s AccurioPress C7100/C7090 toner press series, which was launched in June 2021, runs at 100/90ppm. A range of technology and software innovations help customers to focus on agility, expansion and operational efficiency. Print Service providers benefit through advanced automation, fewer human touchpoints and improved total cost of ownership (TCO).

“In a teeming market, we are very pleased to show how brilliantly this press performed to win one of our BLI 2022 Colour PRO Awards,” said David Sweetnam, Director of Research & Lab Services EMEA/Asia at Keypoint Intelligence. “We use an algorithm across multiple test attributes to judge overall performance. The devices must deliver at a very high level in the first place to even be eligible for a PRO Award, so it’s not just a case of being best in category.”

Teh Hui Ying

“At Konica Minolta, we aim to deliver outstanding value to our customers through our unique products, software and services that work smarter together. We are proud to be recognized by Keypoint Intelligence for the AccurioPress C7100’s performance, and we will continue to help our customers See the Potential.”

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia, based in Singapore, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta Inc., Tokyo, Japan. With its expertise in imaging, data processing and data-based decision making, Konica Minolta creates relevant solutions for its customers and solves issues faced by society.

As a digital workplace solution provider, Konica Minolta helps its clients to identify and unlock the potential digitalisation to help companies reach the next level in the digital maturity of their organisation by rethinking the workplace.

Konica Minolta’s Igniting Print Possibilities offering helps printers, converters and brand owners maximize workflow automation to increase efficiency. The company delivers consultancy in all communication matters as well as top-of-the-line production, packaging and label printers. Its finishing devices create print products that stand out and create added value. Konica Minolta has established itself as the production printing market leader for more than a decade (InfoSource).

With its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Konica Minolta has pledged to consistently pursue its sustainability and social responsibility goals. The company has been repeatedly recognized for its rich history of social contribution as well as for working towards achieving the SDGs throughout its business and is listed among “2021 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World”, also having received the highest level in EcoVadis Sustainabilty Ratings.

Worldwide, the company has over 43,000 employees and is operating in over 150 countries.

For more information, please visit https://www.konicaminolta.id/business/en/

Konica Minolta launches AccurioPress C7100 Series

Konica Minolta Launches Accuriopress C7100 Series

Succeeding the highly successful AccurioPress C6100 Series, the new AccurioPress C7100 model runs at 100 pages per minute (ppm) with the AccurioPress C7090 at 90ppm. With a focus on optimizing performance, offering new and advanced print products, and growing the entire business, the AccurioPress C7100 series serves more customers and completes more jobs with innovative technologies that power success.

Konica Minolta’s latest Simitri V toner is eco-friendly and formulated for performance. Fast melting, energy efficient and low maintenance, it reproduces superb quality on a wider range of media up to 400 g/m2. Combined with an output resolution of 3,600 dpi equivalent x 2,400 dpi, outstanding results are achieved from even the longest print runs.

With auto-duplex banners up to 900mm and the flexibility to handle embossed and textured media, handling of the machines is so simple that the most complex projects can be run by a single operator.

By instantly detecting the precise stock being used, the optional Intelligent Media Sensor IM-101 significantly reduces production time. At the same time, the optional IQ-501 Intelligent Quality Optimizer ensures perfectly consistent color quality and front-to-back registration on every print in real time.  With no recalibrations or inspections mid-run, users benefit from printing image data now directly  comparable with scanning data from IQ-501 with real time variable data print (VDP) inspection. It can be inspected for changes in text and images with real time color and registration adjustment.

As with the entire AccurioPress portfolio, a wide range of finishing and other functions are also offered in addition to booklet-making, stapling, perfect binding and wire binding. Konica Minolta’s TU-510, the world’s first inline cutting finisher, successfully introduced with the C14000 high-volume production printer, is available for the AccurioPress C7100 Series. The TU-510 is a four-edge trimmer and creaser that allows full-bleed finishing support for long sheets, booklets, direct mail and dedicated business card cutting options.

Reliability drives profitability. Among the new technologies built into the engine are a more durable lubricated drum, double corona wires with automatic cleaning, an optimized paper transport solution and a double swing registration system for improved paper compatibility and feeding accuracy.

The AccurioPress C7100 Series is designed to support a highly responsive print room environment where customers rethink agility and offers a choice of different controller front ends from EFI, CREO and  Konica Minolta’s own offering to perfectly match customer requirements.

“The launch of the AccurioPress C7100 Series represents another really important step forward as we continue to expand our portfolio of production presses.” said Mr Koji Yoshida, Managing Director of Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia. “We work in a partnership approach with our customers to help them rethink graphical communication in a world where the only constant thing is change. We believe that the technological advancements presented by the AccurioPress C7100 and C7090 supports the transformation of our customers, helping to predict potential challenges and creating solutions together.”

Konica Minolta helps businesses with increased profits through a press that works smarter, not harder. This was key in the development of AccurioPress C7100 and AccurioPress C7090. AccurioPress C7100 prints at up to 100 A4 pages per minute (ppm) and AccurioPress C7090 prints at up to 90 ppm. With a focus on optimizing performance, offering new and advanced print products, and growing the entire business, the AccurioPress C7100 Series allows businesses to serve more customers and complete more jobs with innovative technologies that makes complex jobs easy to operate even just by a single operator.

Find out more about the AccurioPress C7100 Series here.

Milestone for Konica Minolta with 1000th AccurioLabel press installation

Milestone for KM with 1000th AL230 installation

Konica Minolta, market leader in digital label production, is celebrating its 1000th installation shipment for its highly successful AccurioLabel toner digital printing press less than seven years after entering the labels market. The technology pioneer’s high-quality platform continues to set the benchmark for the digital production of labels and packaging as sales continue to accelerate.

Only two years after announcing the 500th installation, the digital toner-based presses continue to break ground and have helped Konica Minolta to a top 33% brand market share in labels World Wide. This confirms the company’s successful track record of working ever more closely with their customers to drive digital transformation and bring more print possibilities to life.

Today, Konica Minolta is proud to announce that Etiq’Lyon, the generalist producer of adhesive roll labels employing seven staff at Caluire, near Lyon, France, has become the 1000th customer to invest in its AccurioLabel 230 press. “As we continue to invest in digital technology, which we see as the future, we are extremely proud to have become the 1000th customer of the AccurioLabel toner press,” said Bertrand Genin, owner of Etiq’Lyon. “This investment will enable us to offer many other new business solutions for our customers spread across all industrial trades, thanks to the support we receive, very good colour stability of the machine and fast production speeds.”

He added: “The technology, extremely competitive total cost of ownership and professional support and responsiveness from their expert staff were major factors behind our decision. Konica Minolta has been extremely good at listening to us and working together in partnership to deliver on our exacting requirements.”

The AccurioLabel presses offer affordable entry to high-quality digital printing. They are originally targeted at small to mid-size label converters, but now more widely accepted by various label convertors including large-size. The highly flexible systems were developed to manage and deliver an increasing number of small to medium print jobs in ever-shorter processing times. A touch panel monitor enables intuitive operation and is easy to use for operators, eliminating the need for extensive user training. Tasks that were time-consuming on analogue machines can be performed quickly and accurately in delivering stable printing quality.

“On this important milestone, we are both elated and encouraged by the growing trust and recognition of the value our AccurioLabel presses provide.  Especially during the past two years, we have witnessed growth in digital transformation, most notably in label printing because of its suitability in adapting to the challenges brought forth by the pandemic.  As we all continue to navigate these ever-transforming times, we shall endeavour to provide more products and services that will continue to ignite new print possibilities and provide new value,” says Mike Ebrahim, Product Marketing Manager, Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia.

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia, based in Singapore, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta Inc., Tokyo, Japan. With its expertise in imaging, data processing and data-based decision making, Konica Minolta creates relevant solutions for its customers and solves issues faced by society.

As a digital workplace solution provider, Konica Minolta helps its clients to identify and unlock the potential digitalisation to help companies reach the next level in the digital maturity of their organisation by rethinking the workplace.

Konica Minolta’s Igniting Print Possibilities offering helps printers, converters and brand owners maximize workflow automation to increase efficiency. The company delivers consultancy in all communication matters as well as top-of-the-line production, packaging and label printers. Its finishing devices create print products that stand out and create added value. Konica Minolta has established itself as the production printing market leader for more than a decade (InfoSource).

With its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Konica Minolta has pledged to consistently pursue its sustainability and social responsibility goals. The company has been repeatedly recognized for its rich history of social contribution as well as for working towards achieving the SDGs throughout its business and is listed among “2021 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World”, also having received the highest level in EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings.

Worldwide, the company has over 43,000 employees and is operating in over 150 countries.

For more information, please visit https://www.konicaminolta.com/

Konica Minolta’s AccurioJet KM-1e Press Wins BLI 2021-2022 PaceSetter Award from Keypoint Intelligence

Konica Minolta’s AccurioJet KM-1e Press Wins BLI 2021-2022 PaceSetter Award from Keypoint Intelligence

Konica Minolta is proud to announce it has received a Buyers Lab (BLI) 2021-2022 PaceSetter in Production Print Applications: Output Variety from Keypoint Intelligence, the world’s leading and independent evaluator of document imaging hardware, software and services. Based on research conducted, these accolades celebrate those OEMs that best support their customers on reducing costs and/or increasing business based on different printing applications. Konica Minolta’s AccurioJet KM-1e LED UV Inkjet Press was specifically recognized for its ability to print on a wide variety of substrates.

Being able to print in a larger variety of substrates increases the number of applications that a print service provider (PSP) can produce and sell. And according to feedback from Keypoint Intelligence, the Konica Minolta AccurioJet KM-1e with UV inks enables users to print on an array of media that other cut-sheet technologies cannot, while greeting cards, gift cards, hotel room keys, and even ID badges can be printed on texture film or PVC. Other applications could be printed on synthetics, PET adhesive, polypropylene, and polyethylene.

“Art applications printed on canvas sizes up to 23″x29.5″ can be output on the KM-1e,” said German Sacristan, Director of On Demand Printing at Keypoint Intelligence. “Additionally, the KM-1e has an offline laser-cutting system specifically built for the B2+ sheet size that is capable of producing different types of sleek finishes. Also important is that Konica Minolta supports its customers’ success with business development and a customized professional service program.”

“With the AccurioJet KM-1e, we aim to solve customers’ challenges by the means of digital printing through further automation, integrated on-demand digital production and visualization of quality and operation.” said Mr Koji Yoshida, Managing Director of Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia. “The AccurioJet KM-1e is a key pillar in our strategy to help commercial printers with new profitable applications, in alignment with business transformation trend of converting from offset to inkjet printing in a fast-growing market. This award by Keypoint Intelligence further reinforces the underlying technologies in the KM-1e. Our customers can look forward to unparalleled productivity levels using LED UV inkjet technology.”

Launched in May 2021, Konica Minolta’s AccurioJet KM-1, which is referred to as the “Swiss Army Knife” of printing thanks to its versatility with substrates and applications. Its successor, the AccurioJet KM-1e will benefit from Konica Minolta’s unique Dot Freeze Technology™. The patented process, known as DFT, has overcome one of the fundamental challenges of inkjet printing – uncontrolled ink dot movement that reduces print quality and workable materials. The technology uniquely self-freezes ink drops upon contact with materials, resulting in superior colour stability and consistency and excellent results with instantly dry perfects prints.

Customers can experience a live demonstration of the AccurioJet KM-1e from their own homes or offices with a Konica Minolta representative through scheduled appointments in Konica Minolta’s very own Virtual Showroom. This new immersive experience for customers and prospects is part of its holistic approach in the “new normal”.

Konica Minolta MFPs exceed industry standards for cybersecurity compliance

Konica Minolta MFPs exceed industry standards for cybersecurity compliance

Konica Minolta announced the results from penetration testing on its bizhub i-Series multifunction printers, conducted to ensure the product line is compliant with the highest data privacy and endpoint security standards. The bizhub i-Series features multiple next-generation technologies, including solid-state storage, a new code base, firmware and integrated cloud services. No vulnerabilities were found during recent tests performed on the devices by NTT DATA Security Services, a division of NTT Ltd.

Network-connected devices offer end users tremendous opportunities for collaboration and ease of use. Unfortunately, those same endpoint devices are attractive targets for hackers. By exploiting a security vulnerability in a connected device, a skilled hacker can expose an entire network to data theft, business disruption and financial turmoil.

Konica Minolta puts their products through rigorous internal cybersecurity tests to protect their systems and ensure they meet PCI, HIPAA, FERPA and GDPR compliance requirements. But to further assure customers that the printers exceed industry standards for cybersecurity compliance, Konica Minolta invested in an extra layer of threat protection — penetration tests provided by NTT DATA Security Services, a division of NTT Ltd.

Konica Minolta provided a line of its multifunction printers and their source code to NTT DATA for penetration testing. After spending approximately 80 hours trying to hack into the devices, NTT DATA engineers did not find any major security vulnerabilities. These results fortify Konica Minolta’s reputation for offering secure products and helps drive the product line’s success.

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Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia, based in Singapore, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Konica Minolta Inc., Tokyo, Japan. With its expertise in imaging, data processing and data-based decision making, Konica Minolta creates relevant solutions for its customers and solves issues faced by society.

As a digital workplace solution provider, Konica Minolta helps its clients to identify and unlock the potential digitalisation to help companies reach the next level in the digital maturity of their organisation by rethinking the workplace.

In support of an ‘Intelligent Connected Workplace’, Konica Minolta offers cloud, IT, managed print and video solution services for remote working, collaboration, workflow management and automation and security. The ‘IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Print Transformation 2020 Vendor Assessment’ has also been credited to Konica Minolta as a ‘recognised globally as a leader in print transformation’.

With its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Konica Minolta has pledged to consistently pursue its sustainability and social responsibility goals. The company has been repeatedly recognized for its rich history of social contribution as well as working towards achieving the SDGs throughout its business. It is listed among “2021 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World” and also received the highest level in EcoVadis Sustainabilty Ratings.

Worldwide, the company has over 43,000 employees and is operating in over 150 countries.

For more information, please visit https://www.konicaminolta.com/

 

Supporting for Bedono : Sinking village in Central Java

Desa Bedono，Kec,Sayung,Kab,Demak Jawa Tengah Indonesia

Indonesia’s Dumac Province, home to Bedono Village, had a coast rich in nature covered with mangroves and was a thriving town for inland fishing. In particular, shrimp and crab caught abundantly, and it was a relatively rich fishing village compared to other nearby districts.

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In the late 1970s, the shrimp farming industry began, partly due to government policies. As a highly profitable industry, it accelerated rapidly in the 1980s, but the inability of farmed shrimps to cope with epidemic diseases and the decline in profitability resulted in many unso used farms being left untouched around1985.

In addition, when creating a farm, coastal mangroves were cut down, and waves from the sea relentlessly flooded the village, causing the coast to be eroded by seawater. The area was zero meters above sea level, with the collapse of  the farm eroding morethan  2km of coast in justseven to eight years, and flooding 90% of Bedono village at high tide.

The Konica Minolta Labor Union has decided to provide support projects to Bedono Village as part of its social policy activities, and has been working with the cooperation of Oisca. The business overview so far is as follows.

Project for Regional Development Infrastructure development in Dumak Province, Central Java

“Infrastructure development and educational support in fishing villages”

We mainly developed infrastructure, such as elementary school reconstruction activities (rebuilding school buildings, resanth landfills in submerged schoolyards, etc.), and tree planting activities. In addition, we also recruited members to participate, visited the site as volunteers, planted mangrove trees with elementary school children, and donated educational equipment and sports equipment. In addition, we actively interacted with villagers and children, such as homestays.

“Infrastructure development and educational support in fishing villages”

In order to maintain the awareness of environmental conservation among residents who have s sprouted through the activities of the first phase, we carried out activities to raise awareness among residents and children who will be responsible for the next generation, such as afforestation, environmental education, and support for educational equipment (desks, chairs, blackboards, etc.). We also developed the necessary infrastructure, such as resanth landfills in submerged schoolyards.

“Environmental Education and Education Support”

In order to continue the awareness of the environment of residents and children that have been fostered through their activities so far, and ultimately to gain the ability to protect, maintain, and develop the village themselves, we provided support through the “Children’s Forest*” plan promoted by Oisca. In addition to mangrove planting, we provided environmental education through school vegetable gardens, garbage disposal education, and eco-camps.

An effective way to protect villages from submerged crises is to green the village by planting mangrove trees. Mangroves planted along the coast prevent the soil from being exposed to waves and washed away. Mangroves planted offshore also prevent the occurrence of high waves by weakening tides and preventing strong winds, preventing coastal areas from wave erosion.

By promoting greening activities, the catch in the surrounding area increased due to the calming of the tide, and shellfish that had not been caught before were also caught. In addition, the increase in mangrove “dead trees” has resulted in many wild birds flying in, inging a good circulation in the ecosystem.

In addition, there is an economic effect of increasing catches and the birth of the tourism industry. One of the results of greening activities is a place called “Mangrove Forest” locally. This promenade is also built with government money, and it is a place crowded with tourists on weekends. There are still a few things to do, such as motorbike taxis, boat transfers, and food and beverage sales, but it is an income for villagers.

When they first started mangrove planting activities, many villagers seemed to be indifferent, but now, the interest of villagers is also increasing, such as voluntarily planting mangroves around their home. In addition, the base was steadily expanding, such as a group of university students participating in mangrove tree planting volunteers on holidays. We will continue to support greening activities.

 

Since 2006, konica minolta labor union has been implementing support activities aimed at environmental education, treeplanting activities, and elementary school reconstruction activities as reconstruction support.

At present, reconstruction is gradually progressing, and local children are shifting to activities to cultivate “love for nature” and “feelings of cherishing greenery” through activities to plant and grow seedlings in schools and regions.

A total of eight members from Japan participated in volunteer activities for mangrove planting activities held in 2019.

   

*The Children’s Forest Project, sponsored by Oisca, will support local children’s tree planting and environmental education activities in schools and regions at 4,891 schools in 36 countries and regions around the world for 26 years. Children have been promoting activities for global greening while nurturing a “heart that loves nature” through activities such as planting and growing seedlings.

Konica Minolta’s AccurioPress C14000 Wins BLI 2021 PRO Award from Keypoint Intelligence

Konica Minolta’s AccurioPress C14000 Wins BLI 2021 PRO Award from Keypoint IntelligenceAccurioPress C14000 Series receives yet another award! Konica Minolta is proud to announce it has received a Buyers Lab (BLI) 2021 PRO Award from Keypoint Intelligence.

Superior in automation, reliability and productivity, the AccurioPress C14000 Series is designed from the ground up to be digital print factories. Find out more…

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Konica Minolta Launches AccurioJet KM-1e B2+ UV Inkjet Press

The Next Generation KM-1e Growth Without Compromise

Konica Minolta Business Solutions Asia will be launching the AccurioJet KM-1e digital inkjet B2+ sheetfed UV colour inkjet production press as it continues to accelerate its growth within industrial print markets in Asia. Find out more…

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