Japan invests in electromagnetic technology to manufacture transformers

Meidensha Corporation (MEIDEN) has moved into Myanmar, signing a technical transfer agreement with Asia General Electric Co, Ltd (AGE) and a Memorandum of Understanding between AGE and Japan’s Metal One Corporation, MEIDEN’s CEO Junzo Inamura announced last week.

“AGE will have the latest technology on high quality medium and large power transformers and it will solidify its presence as the largest supplier of power transformers in Myanmar,” the announcement stated.  

On Monday, December 17, the Tokyo-based electronics equipment maker signed with AGE, a national transformer manufacturing and sales company, to build a local network for power transmission and distribution.

Development will focus on transformer design, manufacturing and repair.

“Through the supply of the low cost and high-quality licensed products manufactured by AGE, MEIDEN will reinforce its competitive edge in the Southeast Asian Region,” MEIDEN’s official announcement states.

MEIDEN also signed an MoU between AGE and Metal One, Japan’s leading steel trading house, for the study of equity investment.

“If the equity investment is made, it will be the first case of equity investment from Japan to a power infrastructure-related company in Myanmar,” MEIDEN’s announcement states.

Under the conditions set out in the MoU, Metal One will provide AGE with electromagnetic technology to manufacture midsize and large transformers.

Original Link  Myanmar Times