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Yanmar Group to Make CES 2027 Debut

Osaka, Japan (November 12, 2026) — Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. will exhibit for the first time at CES 2027, taking place January 6–9 in Las Vegas. Under the theme “From Possibility to Reality and Beyond,” Yanmar will present solutions that address challenges where people live and work, drawing on the expertise and technologies it has cultivated across three domains: LAND for agriculture and food production, SEA for maritime operations and marine sustainability, and CITY for resource circulation and energy optimization.

Background and Objectives

At CES 2027, Yanmar will showcase technologies and solutions that contribute to a society where people and nature thrive together, guided by its Purpose, “A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE —New Value through Technology—”.

Since its founding in 1912, Yanmar has supported industries and communities across the LAND, SEA and CITY domains. Through close engagement with customers and worksites, the company has developed deep operational knowledge and the ability to implement solutions tailored to real-world needs.

By combining this expertise with advanced technologies such as AI, automation and data analytics, Yanmar is helping improve quality and efficiency, reduce waste and emissions, and create continuously improving operations. At CES 2027, Yanmar will demonstrate how these technologies and solutions can help address challenges facing local communities and industries and contribute to a more sustainable and prosperous future for where people and nature thrive together. Yanmar also aims to connect with companies, researchers and other innovators, bringing together their respective technologies and expertise to co-create new solutions and value for real-world challenges.

“Since our founding in 1912, Yanmar has worked alongside customers to address challenges across LAND, SEA and CITY.” said Taeko Yamamoto, Director, Member of the Board, in charge of Marketing, Business Development of Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. “As AI begins to operate in the real world, what matters most is a deep understanding of the challenges faced in the field and the ability to turn technology into practical solutions. At CES, where we will be exhibiting for the first time, we will demonstrate how our firsthand knowledge and ability to put technology into practice are reflected in our solutions across LAND, SEA and CITY. We look forward to connecting with partners and innovators who share our vision and working together to cultivate a sustainable future.”

Exhibition Highlights

Yanmar’s exhibition will show how the company combines practical expertise, intelligent technology and equipment to address real-world challenges across LAND, SEA and CITY. The exhibits demonstrate approaches to creating more connected food systems, smarter marine operations and resilient communities.

1) LAND

Creating new value through data across the food value chain
Yanmar aims to optimize the entire food value chain by connecting production, processing and sales through data. By leveraging data collected in the field, Yanmar supports better decision-making and operational efficiency.

In the LAND zone, Yanmar will showcase a data-driven solution deployed in the sugarcane industry in Okinawa, Japan, and Thailand. By connecting growers, agricultural machinery, harvesting contractors and processing facilities through real-time data, including location information, the solution helps improve visibility and optimize operations from harvesting through processing.

Yanmar will also exhibit the YV01 autonomous work robot, designed for steep slopes and narrow vineyard rows. Equipped with interchangeable modules for spraying, mowing and weeding, YV01 helps reduce labor demands while laying the foundation for future data-driven vineyard management and sustainable food production.

Looking ahead, Yanmar will harness operational data from diverse agricultural machinery to improve crop quality, optimize harvesting and support sustainable food production tailored to local needs.

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YV01 Autonomous Work Robot

2) SEA

Advancing sustainable marine solutions through AI and data
Yanmar aims to address a wide range of challenges in the marine sector, including operational safety, cost management and environmental impact, by leveraging AI, robotics and data-driven technologies to enable safer and more sustainable marine operations.

In the SEA zone, Yanmar will showcase the HC12 hull-cleaning ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle), which uses underwater 3D sensing and robotics technologies to remove biofouling from large vessels. The solution helps reduce diver workload, improve fuel efficiency and support environmentally responsible vessel maintenance.

Yanmar is also advancing next-generation aquaculture solutions that combine automation and data-driven control technologies to support more sustainable seafood production.

HC12 Hull-Cleaning ROV Named a CES Innovation Awards® 2027 Honoree
The HC12 hull-cleaning ROV has been named a CES Innovation Awards® 2027 Honoree in the Energy Transition & Sustainability category. The CES Innovation Awards® program is an annual competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in consumer technology products.

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Note: The CES Innovation Awards are based upon descriptive materials submitted to the judges. CTA did not verify the accuracy of any submission or of any claims made and did not test the item to which the award was given.

3) CITY

Powering optimized energy use and sustainable communities
Yanmar’s vision is to connect diverse energy sources, including hydrogen and renewable energy, through data to optimize energy use across entire communities. By delivering energy where it is needed, efficiently and reliably, the company aims to create new value through future energy services. Beyond energy management, Yanmar also contributes to community development through technologies such as construction equipment and emergency generators, helping support safe and resilient living environments.

In the CITY zone, Yanmar will showcase integrated energy solutions that combine technologies such as hydrogen generators and cogeneration systems. By automatically coordinating electricity and heat supply at the community level, these solutions help maximize energy efficiency and resilience.

Visitors will also see the ViO35-7 mini excavator which demonstrates Yanmar’s expertise in supporting the practical work of building and maintaining communities. Designed for safe operation in confined urban spaces, it helps operators work productively where space is limited. Future developments aim to make complex work easier for less experienced operators by embedding expert knowhow into machine functions. Together these technologies demonstrate Yanmar’s approach to helping communities use energy, space, and human expertise more effectively.

ViO35-7 Mini Excavator (On-Site Display)
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Unit

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Visit Yanmar at CES 2027

Dates: January 6–9, 2027
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, West Hall, Booth 7001
Exhibition theme: From Possibility to Reality and Beyond
Yanmar CES2027 Official Website:

About Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd.

A global technology company, Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. helps shape a future where people and nature thrive together. Across Land, Sea and City, Yanmar supports essential activities across food production, energy, marine operations, infrastructure and industry. Combining engineering expertise with knowledge gained on the ground, Yanmar develops products and integrated solutions that help address customers’ challenges and create more sustainable ways of working and living. This ambition is captured in its Purpose: A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE —New Value through Technology—.

This Purpose builds on values that have shaped Yanmar since its earliest days. Founder Magokichi Yamaoka set out to ease the burden of farm work through machinery, and in 1933 the company pioneered the world’s first practical compact diesel engine. His belief that “To conserve fuel is to serve mankind” still resonates today, reflecting a conviction that technology should create greater value while using the planet’s resources more wisely.

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