Developing One-of-a-Kind Products and Pursuing No. 1 Technology
First written in FY2017-Q1. 7 of 16 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2019: 1 of 6 companies on the "Worse" side.
1 other company's latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「Although the pace of the shift to EVs has recently shown signs of slowing, with a view to the continued progress of EV adoption over the medium to long term, we newly established the Frontier Innovation Center (FIC) in the Tokyo metropolitan area, consolidating the TPR Group’s previously dispersed technologies in order to further accelerate efforts in the frontier field. In addition to technology development involving group companies and the introduction of new technologies to sealing products such as rubber and resin products, FIC is strengthening efforts to commercialise long, few-layer CNT (carbon nanotubes) and nanoporous materials, which have been under development. As part of activities aimed at “co-creation,” the concept underlying FIC, we began participating in open innovation initiatives organised by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and launched co-creation activities with various start-ups.」
Newly established FIC in the Tokyo metropolitan area to consolidate technologies, and began commercialising CNT and nanoporous materials, introducing new technologies to rubber and resin products, and pursuing co-creation with start-ups. - 2026-06-01AdvancedGeneral Meetings of Shareholders
「In April 2026, we opened the Frontier Innovation Center (FIC), an approximately 2,000-square-meter, single-floor, open-plan research and development facility in Harumi, Tokyo.」
The opening of FIC and its facilities establish a specific framework for technology validation and commercialization in EVs, nanomaterials, and sliding and wear-resistant materials. - FY2025AdvancedAnnual report
「Research and development expenses incurred during the consolidated fiscal year under review were ¥2,908 million for the TPR Group excluding the FALTEC Group and ¥2,322 million for the FALTEC Group, for a total of ¥5,231 million for our group.」
Recorded ¥5,231 million in research and development expenses and specified the research and development framework and achievements, including the establishment of FIC, commercialisation of CNT and nanoporous materials, improved thermal efficiency, low friction and compatibility with carbon-neutral fuels. - FY2023RestatedAnnual report
「Our group is pursuing research and development activities focused primarily on “creating one-of-a-kind products that master environmental technologies and prevail in global markets.”」
Reconfirms the creation of one-of-a-kind products as the main theme of research and development and describes development activities involving low friction, thermal management, weight reduction and compatibility with carbon-neutral fuels. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「Research and development expenses incurred during the consolidated fiscal year under review were ¥2,874 million for the TPR Group excluding the FALTEC Group and ¥2,454 million for the FALTEC Group, for a total of ¥5,328 million for our group.」
Recorded ¥5,328 million in research and development expenses and specified development activities aimed at achieving No. 1 technological capabilities, including low friction, thermal management, weight reduction and compatibility with alternative fuels. - FY2020AdvancedAnnual report
「Research and development expenses incurred during the consolidated fiscal year under review were ¥3,221 million for the TPR Group excluding the FALTEC Group and ¥2,485 million for the FALTEC Group, for a total of ¥5,706 million for our group.」
Recorded ¥5,706 million in research and development expenses and described specific development achievements, including powertrain products with low friction, high wear resistance and high thermal conductivity. - FY2020-Q2RestatedAnnual report
「① Establishment of clear market-leading technology」
Reiterates the basic technology strategy of the 20 MTP. - FY2020-Q1RestatedAnnual report
「① Establishment of clear market-leading technology」
Reiterates the basic technology strategy under the 20 MTP. - FY2019AdvancedAnnual report
「In our core powertrain components business, we aim to lead the industry and meet the demanding requirements of combining fuel efficiency, lower prices and reliability for eco-friendly vehicles through: ・Commercialisation of ultra-low-friction, low-oil-consumption rings (for improved fuel efficiency) ・Commercialisation of DLC coatings with even greater wear resistance (to improve reliability) ・Construction of an innovative cost-reduction manufacturing line for piston rings (to support lower prices)」
Reports the commercialisation of products and construction of manufacturing lines related to low friction, high wear resistance and cost reduction as achievements. - FY2019-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「① Establishment of clear market-leading technology」
Reiterates the establishment of clear market-leading technology as a technology theme of the 20 MTP. - FY2019-Q2ReframedAnnual report
「① Establishment of clear market-leading technology」
The technology theme corresponding to the previous “Development of one-of-a-kind products and pursuit of No. 1 technological capabilities” is expressed in the 20 MTP as “Establishment of clear market-leading technology.” - FY2018AdvancedAnnual report
「In our core powertrain components business, we aim to lead the industry and meet the demanding requirements of combining fuel efficiency, lower prices and reliability for eco-friendly vehicles through: ・Commercialisation of ultra-low-friction, low-LOC rings (for improved fuel efficiency) ・Commercialisation of high-performance oil rings (to improve reliability) ・Construction of an innovative cost-reduction manufacturing line for piston rings (to support lower prices)」
Reports the commercialisation of multiple products and construction of an innovative cost-reduction manufacturing line as achievements in pursuing one-of-a-kind products and technological capabilities. - FY2018-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「1. Developing one-of-a-kind products and pursuing No. 1 technology」
Reiterates the basic strategy of pursuing one-of-a-kind products and No. 1 technological capabilities. - FY2018-Q2RestatedAnnual report
「1. Developing one-of-a-kind products and pursuing No. 1 technology」
Reiterates the basic strategy of pursuing one-of-a-kind products and No. 1 technological capabilities. - FY2018-Q1RestatedAnnual report
「1. Developing one-of-a-kind products and pursuing No. 1 technology」
Reiterates the basic strategy of pursuing one-of-a-kind products and No. 1 technological capabilities. - FY2017-Q1First statedAnnual report
「1. Developing one-of-a-kind products and pursuing No. 1 technology」
One of the basic strategies for realising an innovation-driven company under the 17 MTP.