Announcement of participation in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's TIB CATAPULT "Tokyo Logistics Co-Creation Cluster"

IINO Kaiun Kaisha, Ltd. (IINO Lines) is pleased to announce that we have joined the Tokyo Logistics Co-Creation Cluster (hereinafter referred to as "the Cluster") as a member of the second phase. The Cluster is part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's FY2025 "TIB CATAPULT" program*1 and brings together companies involved in the logistics industry to collaboratively address social challenges facing the industry.

As part of our efforts to explore solutions to challenges facing the maritime shipping industry, we have been promoting open innovation with startups. Since 2023, we have invested in overseas maritime venture capital funds and have been working to acquire and utilize advanced technologies. By participating in the Cluster, we aim to further expand collaboration with startups and domestic companies, deepen our knowledge of new technologies, and promote the adoption of innovative solutions.

Overview of Support from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
(Source:The Tokyo Metropolitan Government official website)

※1 About TIB CATAPULT (Tokyo Metropolitan Government)
Website (Japanese): https://tibcatapult.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched the Global Innovation Cluster Development Project, known as "TIB CATAPULT," in FY2024. Centered around the Tokyo Innovation Base (TIB), a metropolitan innovation hub, the project focuses on intensively supporting high-growth technology and industry fields. The initiative empowers innovation clusters--alliances of major corporations, investors, and other organizations--to leverage their strengths in fostering the growth of globally competitive startups.

※2 About the Tokyo Logistics Co-Creation Cluster
Website (Japanese): https://tibcatapult-tlcc.eiicon.net/
The Tokyo Logistics Co-Creation Cluster is a collaborative innovation cluster established in FY2025 under the Global Innovation Cluster Development Project promoted by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Its purpose is to address social issues in the logistics sector, create new value, and foster positive impact across the broader industry.