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Asahi Kasei Corporation (symbol: AHKSY) is a diversified Japanese technology and manufacturing company dedicated to contributing to life and living globally. Since its foundation in 1922 with ammonia and cellulose fiber businesses, Asahi Kasei has continuously transformed its business portfolio to meet evolving market demands. The company operates through three primary sectors: Material, Homes, and Health Care.
In the Material sector, Asahi Kasei produces a wide array of products, including battery separators, biodegradable textiles, engineering plastics, and sound solutions. Recently, the company announced a significant investment in an integrated plant in Ontario, Canada, for manufacturing Hipore™ wet-process lithium-ion battery separators, in partnership with Honda and the Development Bank of Japan.
In the Health Care sector, Asahi Kasei focuses on devices and systems for acute critical care, dialysis, therapeutic apheresis, and the manufacturing of biotherapeutics. The company recently completed the construction of its third assembly plant for Planova™ virus removal filters in Japan and announced the launch of a new plasmid DNA manufacturing facility in Texas, USA, through its subsidiary, Bionova Scientific.
Asahi Kasei is also making strides in the renewable energy sector with its hydrogen business. The company celebrated the opening of a new hydrogen pilot plant in Kawasaki, Japan, marking a significant milestone toward commercializing large-scale alkaline water electrolysis systems for green hydrogen production.
In addition to these advancements, Asahi Kasei is committed to sustainability, aiming to reach carbon neutrality by 2050. The company's R&D initiatives include the development of high ionic conductive electrolytes for lithium-ion batteries, which promise enhanced performance and durability at extreme temperatures.
Asahi Kasei's recent partnership with Axolabs to establish a cutting-edge oligonucleotide cGMP manufacturing facility in Berlin underscores its commitment to innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry. This collaboration aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of oligonucleotide-based therapies to improve patient quality of life globally.
With over 48,000 employees worldwide, Asahi Kasei continues to be a global leader in providing innovative solutions to the world's challenges, ensuring sustainable growth and development.
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