The Ministry of Defense has begun recruiting companies for a private-sector attraction area as part of a plan to develop a multifunctional defense hub on Nippon Steel's former site in Kure. Selection is scheduled for around May next year, with the contribution to the local economy also to be considered.
As part of a plan to develop a multifunctional defense hub on Nippon Steel's former site in Kure, the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency has begun recruiting companies to occupy the private-sector attraction area.
Eligibility requirements include having knowledge and technology related to the manufacture, maintenance and servicing, or research and development of defense equipment. Applicants are expected to submit the necessary documents by the end of next month. The recruitment is aimed at companies willing to conduct business using the defense hub.
Selection is scheduled for around May next year. Defense Minister Koizumi (小泉) said that companies will be selected while also considering their contribution to the local economy.