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  • Yanmar Launches New Electrification Unit to Drive Zero-Emission Solutions for Compact Off-Highway Machinery

    Osaka, Japan (March 10, 2025) – Yanmar is set to officially launch a new organization dedicated to advancing electrification in the compact off-highway segment. This new Electrification Unit, which will commence operations in April 2025, will focus on delivering a diverse portfolio of e-powertrain solutions, including batteries and eDrives.
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  • Yanmar Celebrates Success of BIWAKO DRAGON INVITATION 2024

    Yanmar Holdings, Yanmar Corporation, and Yanmar Marine International Asia proudly concluded the BIWAKO DRAGON INVITATION 2024, an international Dragon Class yacht race held November 21-24 on Lake Biwa, Japan. The Yanmar Sunset Marina in Moriyama City, Shiga Prefecture, served as the venue, welcoming approximately 30 teams and 100 participants from Europe, Oceania, Asia, and Japan.

  • Realizing dreams, overcoming boundaries

    Christof Schmit from Kulmbach has been paralyzed since he was 16 years old. Nevertheless, he managed to gain a stellar reputation as an earthworks expert. He is the first in Germany to introduce a unique ‘do-it-yourself’ business model, in which customers work hands-on with him to realize their project vision.

  • Yanmar Unveils “YANMAR PRODUCT VISION” for Future Product Platform

    Yanmar Holdings has launched the YANMAR PRODUCT VISION, a next-generation design framework based on "Intrinsic Design," emphasizing core functionality and purpose. YPV will guide future design goals, integrating with Yanmar's expertise to create a unified platform across its products, from agricultural machinery and construction equipment to boats and services.

  • The future of machines – simply does it

    For differing social reasons, smaller machines need to become both simpler to use and more autonomous. That’s the verdict of Ryu Kudo, president of Yanmar Compact Equipment’s Japan region.

  • Yanmar CE establishes AOLA region and appoints Naoki Maehara as President

    Yanmar Compact Equipment has announced the creation of its new Asia, Oceania, and Latin America region. The newly formed AOLA region will be led by Naoki Maehara, a seasoned Yanmar executive, with over two decades of domestic and international experience within the company, in marketing and strategy roles

  • Yanmar E-Commerce Platform Rebrands to YTRent as Solution Partner in Machine Rentals

    YANMAR TURKEY MAKINE A.S., a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has rebranded its e-commerce solutions platform Makinagetir as YTRent. The platform, which was established in 2016, has facilitated over 12,000 rental transactions in Turkey, and aims to expand its services and identity, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution partner in the sector.

  • Yanmar Commercializes Compact Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power System

    Yanmar Energy Systems Co., Ltd. (Yanmar ES), a subsidiary of Yanmar Holdings, has commercialized the "HP35FA1Z", a compact and multi-unit controllable hydrogen fuel cell power generation system, and will begin accepting orders in Japan from September 2, 2024.

  • Yanmar and Amogy to Explore Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Integration for Decarbonized Marine Power

    Yanmar and Amogy, a provider of mature, scalable, and efficient ammonia-to-power solutions, have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to integrate Amogy’s advanced ammonia-cracking technology into Yanmar’s hydrogen internal combustion engine. This collaboration seeks to pioneer a solution for decarbonizing marine power generation.

  • Eleo Unveils Its New Range of Battery Packs for Off-Highway Applications

    Eleo, a Yanmar company, unveils its new range of battery packs, specifically designed for off-highway applications. The technology is tailored to the specific requirements of low-volume, high-diversity off-highway vehicles and equipment. All battery packs are tested to withstand the dust, shock, vibration, and water that off-highway vehicles and equipment must face.

  • The accidental activist

    Who better to solve Japan’s problem of ‘akiya’ abandoned properties than a Swedish ex-model social media influencer? Yanmar CE talks to Anton Wörmann.

  • Unplug and Play: Introducing Yanmar CE’s All-New Electric Trio

    Staying true to the pioneering spirit that has driven Yanmar for over a century, Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA proudly unveils its electric construction equipment at Intermat 2024; aligning its sustainability objectives and meeting the market demands for eco-conscious solutions.

  • Yanmar to Hold Steak Cookoff Competition

    Yanmar Holdings will host the YANMAR STEAK COOK-OFF, a Steak Cookoff Association accredited steak contest on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the Yanmar Sunset Marina in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. This tournament marks the first cash prize competition in Japan, offering the winner the opportunity to participate in the World Championship of the SCA American Steak Contest held in Texas in March 2025.

  • Radiant in Red: Color Change Signals Bold New Era at Yanmar CE

    Yanmar Compact Equipment is undergoing a shift in its approach to the market. The most visible element was the bold decision in 2020 to depart from its conventional yellow machine livery to the striking Premium Red. We talk to global director of brand development, Elsie de Nys.

  • José Cuadrado appointed Global CEO of Yanmar Compact Equipment

    Effective 1st April 2024, José Cuadrado has been appointed Global Chief Executive Officer at Yanmar Compact Equipment (Yanmar CE), and Chairman of the Board at Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. Cuadrado replaces Giuliano Parodi who, for the last six years, has successfully led the transformation of Yanmar CE into a global leader.

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