Invested in Space One, a small rocket launch company

(Tokyo Head Office: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo; Osaka Head Office: Yodogawa-ku, Osaka; President: Yumi Nomura; hereinafter “Taiyo Kogyo”), which is engaged in large-scale membrane surface structures (tent structures) and civil engineering and logistics materials, has invested in Space One Corporation (Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Masakazu Toyoda; hereinafter “Space One”), which provides small rocket launch services. (“Space One”; Head Office: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Masakazu Toyoda), a provider of small rocket launch services. Space One was launched in 2018 by Canon Electronics Inc., Shimizu Corporation, IHI Aerospace Inc. and Development Bank of Japan Inc. The launch pad (Spaceport Kii) in Kushimoto-cho, Wakayama Prefecture was completed in 2021, and the first launch vehicle was launched in March 2024 The first launch vehicle will be launched in March 2024. The first flight was suspended during the launch, and we are now preparing for the next new challenge. Taiyo Kogyo, under a cooperation agreement signed between the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Tokyo University of Science Educational Corporation, and Shimizu Corporation, has started space-related We have started the verification to the business. Since 2021, we have been participating in the technological research and development of the “Space Unmanned Construction Innovative Technology Development Promotion Project” (in collaboration with MLIT and MEXT) as part of the “Strategic Program for Acceleration of Space Utilization” (Stardust Program), and in 2022, we are also involved in the “Construction of a ground verification model of a lunar inflatable habitat module” The membrane structure is small because of its flexibility. Membrane structures have the advantage of being flexible enough to be folded small and transported, and we have been actively researching applications of membranes that can be used in space. This is the second investment following the investment through Taiyo Group Corporation*1 in June 2022. This is a step forward from the existing research and development area in space, and is aimed at entering the space industry market in a concrete manner. The plan is to actively introduce TAIYO KOGYO’s membrane technology in space-related businesses, including support for the construction of facilities around the launch site on the ground. (Reference) About the press release on June 30, 2022:https://www.taiyokogyo.co.jp/blog/news/a323 *1 Taiyo Group Corporation is an affiliate company established to enhance group synergy among Taiyo Kogyo, TSP Taiyo, and Actio Corporation. Ltd. and Actio Corporation with the aim of enhancing group synergy.

Taiyo Kogyo is a leading manufacturer of large membrane surface structures that are economical, easy to install, translucent, and well designed. Under the corporate philosophy of “Unlocking the infinite possibilities of membranes to deliver an inspiring and comfortable environment to our customers. Under the corporate philosophy of “We will bring excitement and a comfortable environment to our customers by exploiting the infinite possibilities of membranes,” TSP Taiyo has been supporting the safety and security of society by utilizing the characteristics of light and strong materials to expand its business in various fields including construction, as symbolized by the roof of the giant dome, civil engineering, logistics, and environmental fields.
Together with group companies such as TSP Taiyo Corporation, which provides event consulting services, and ACTIO Corporation, which manages facilities, we are working to “make the world softer and the future warmer. We aim to “make the world soft, and the future warm. TSP Taiyo Corporation, the event consulting firm, and Actio Corporation, the facility management firm.

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