Kyuden International Corporation

We participated in the Pre-event of RAMEN TECH 2025！ Our Innovation Unit Manager spoke at the Pre-event of RAMEN TECH 2025, organized by the Fukuoka Directive Council last month. The session, titled “Gateway to RAMEN TECH vol.1: Where the World Blends – Europe & Nordic Edition,” featured insights from leading ecosystem builders in Europe, including Helsinki Partners and the City of Helsinki, who introduced their advanced innovation ecosystems. In addition, Coastal Link, which is developing a maritime communication platform( https://lnkd.in/eGr83NT7 ) and our company shared real-world examples of collaboration with European partners.   From our side, we highlighted the potential for business development with LiveEO and NordicNinja Fund: https://lnkd.in/eKQgguZ7   RAMEN TECH 2025(Revolutionizing Asia: Merging Ecosystems & Networks - Tech) will be organized by Fukuoka City and held across multiple venues in the city from October 5 to 12, with the Global Summit scheduled for October 8–9, featuring stage sessions and thematic business matching opportunities. https://lnkd.in/eeakpen6 This event is designed to create serendipitous business opportunities beyond Europe - if you are in Fukuoka, we encourage you to join us!

Kyuden Group have formulated the Kyuden Group Strategic Vision 2035, which incorporates long-term perspectives on the value we wish to provide society by 2050. Kyuden International works as the focused workforce for the #overseas business of the Kyuden Group. The Vision for 2035 in our overseas business is “A solutions provider addressing global energy issues through new value creation.” To achieve this #vision, we are concentrating on 4 key business areas: ・Renewable energy ・New areas – Expansion into #hydrogen, #CCUS, and other growth fields, applying expertise to domestic operations. ・Gas-fired power (including waste-to-energy generation) ・Power transmission and distribution For a detailed breakdown, please refer to the downloadable PDF document in this post.

We are pleased to announce that Kyuden International UK Ltd has been established in London, and this is our first base in Europe. The strategic move aims to strengthen KIC’s presence in the region through enhanced information gathering, networking, project management, and the development of new business opportunities across Europe. For more details, please check the comments below.

Shin-Oita Focus Part 3: Controlling the Central Operations At the heart of Shin-Oita Power Station lies its central control room—the brain of the entire facility. Here, operators monitor and manage output 24/7 to ensure a stable #electricity supply, even as the energy landscape shifts toward renewables. On sunny days, Kyushu's abundant #SolarPower can cover more than half of regional electricity demand. To balance this fluctuating output, thermal units at Shin-Oita are started and stopped as many as 200 times per year, providing the flexibility needed to support the growing use of #RenewableEnergy. What innovations do you hope to see in energy management? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

Do you know the story behind our current logo? In 2021, Kyuden International updated the #logo to reflect the keyword in our corporate philosophy—“Connect”. The logo draws inspiration from the Kyushu Electric Power Co. emblem. The seven blue squares, arranged in a circular form representing the Earth, symbolize our determination to expand from Kyushu’s seven prefectures to the world’s seven continents—bringing our #philosophy of “Connect” to life on a global scale. At the center, the white star represents our aspiration for a bright future and our commitment to contributing to the development of a #sustainable society. More than a design, it embodies our dedication to delivering #energy solutions worldwide—continuing to leverage the technologies, expertise, and networks cultivated by the Kyuden Group in Japan and overseas. We’d love to know the story behind your company’s logo!

Shin-Oita Focus Part 2: Balancing Solar and Thermal Power Shin-Oita Power Station runs 14 generators, producing enough electricity for all of Oita Prefecture. A 24-hour control room adjusts output to match daily demand, especially as solar power fluctuates. The plant uses combined cycle generation, where ＃LNG powers a gas turbine and 600°C exhaust is reused to drive a steam turbine. This improves efficiency and allows rapid response, up to 200 starts and stops per unit each year. Thermal plants like this provide the flexibility needed to support rising levels of RenewableEnergy, while maintaining grid stability through smarter ThermalPower operations and real-time GridFlexibility. What’s most important for ＃Japan’s ＃energy future, solar, storage, or thermal upgrades? Tell us in the comments.

Shin-Oita Focus Part 1: Kyushu’s Largest Power Station On the eastern coast of Oita City, overlooking Beppu Bay, stands Shin-Oita Power Station, Kyushu’s largest energy facility. With an output of 2,880MW, this LNG-fired plant has been supplying stable electricity to the region since 1991. The station runs on liquefied natural gas (LNG), cooled to -162°C to reduce its volume for transport. Shipped from countries like Australia and Indonesia, it takes up to ten days to arrive and is stored in massive on-site tanks holding 145,000 kilolitres. LNG burns without producing soot or ash and emits less CO₂ than other fossil fuels. It plays a central role in Japan’s shift toward more balanced, lower-emission energy, while maintaining grid reliability. Shin-Oita is an example of how #AdvancedEnergySystems and smart logistics support both #EnergyStability and cleaner large-scale generation. In your view, what should Japan prioritise next, fuel diversification, #EnergyIndependence, or zero-emission technology? Share your thoughts in the comments.

We are pleased to announce that Kyuden International UK Ltd has been established in London, and this is our first base in Europe. The strategic move aims to strengthen KIC’s presence in the region through enhanced information gathering, networking, project management, and the development of new business opportunities across Europe.    To date, KIC has been engaged in overseas energy businesses in 15 countries and regions, and provided consulting services in 23 countries. In the United Kingdom, KIC has been involved in Energy-from-Waste projects and the Seagreen Phase 1 offshore electricity transmission project In addition, it also has been selected as the preferred bidder for the Dogger Bank A offshore windfarm transmission project together with Kyushu Electric Power Transmission and Distribution Company, among others. Through the establishment of the UK subsidiary, KIC will manage these projects and actively pursue new opportunities in the region. The new London office will also serve as a strategic overseas base for global operations, with the aim to strengthen its international presence and explore new business opportunities.     Please see more details on our website: https://lnkd.in/etNqC-WH

Yamakawa Focus Part 3: Binary Power and Energy from Waste Most geothermal plants rely on high-temperature steam, but at Yamakawa Binary Power Station, energy is generated using heat that traditional systems can’t use. This site is one of the largest binary facilities in Japan, and it runs on a surprisingly low boiling point, just 36°C. The system heats pentane, a fluid that vaporises at lower temperatures than water. That vapor turns a turbine to generate electricity, using leftover geothermal heat that would otherwise be discarded. This process expands the reach of geothermal by unlocking new energy zones and improving efficiency across existing plants. In a country with limited #fossilfuel resources, innovations like this are key to building a more self-sufficient energy future. Binary generation supports both #EnergyInnovation and a more flexible, adaptive #PowerGrid. What do you think has the most potential, energy from waste, solar storage, or offshore wind? Share your perspective in the comments.

Yamakawa Focus Part 2: Geothermal Power in Action At Yamakawa Power Station in Ibusuki, geothermal energy is drawn from over 2,100 meters underground, where magma heats groundwater to extreme temperatures. That steam spins a massive steel turbine, generating electricity for 70,000 households. These production wells reach deeper than six stacked Tokyo Towers, each 333 meters tall. High-pressure steam is separated from hot water, driving the turbine, while excess heat is reused in a secondary system. This closed-loop process is a model of #LowCarbonSolutions designed for long-term performance. For a resource-limited country like Japan, #geothermal power strengthens #EnergySecurity and provides a stable supply without relying on imports. By using the Earth’s natural heat, facilities like Yamakawa support a more independent, #ResilientJapan and contribute directly to regional energy stability. What stands out more to you, the depth of the wells or the system’s efficiency? Share your thoughts in the comments.