Fukuoka City, Japan – April 18, 2024 – Fusic and Mapbox proudly announce the signing of a strategic partnership agreement aimed to revolutionize map information services through the innovative fusion of "Field x IT."

Fusic will serve as Mapbox's value added reseller, focusing on the development of systems utilizing Mapbox's cutting-edge SaaS map development platform. By leveraging Fusic's expertise in satellite data utilization, AI, cloud, and IoT technologies, we will pioneer the creation of bespoke map solutions tailored to diverse industries and applications.

"Our goal is to unlock new value through 'Field x IT'," stated Sadayoshi Noutomi, CEO of Fusic. "By synergizing Fusic's advanced technological capabilities with Mapbox's customizable platform, we aspire to deliver unparalleled solutions spanning construction sites, agricultural fields, urban landscapes, and beyond."

Through the integration of IoT device data and satellite imagery with map information, our collaborative efforts aim to facilitate real-time monitoring, swift information dissemination, and AI-driven analysis. These innovations hold the promise of enhancing disaster preparedness, urban development, agricultural management, and other critical domains, thereby generating tangible social and economic benefits.

Key Features:

• Ease of implementation: No specialized software or server installation required; users can commence map creation upon registration using Mapbox's API/SDK and Zenrin Co., Ltd.'s high-precision map data.
• High scalability: Offers extensive functionalities for map design across various devices, coupled with a pay-as-you-go system, ensuring cost-effective scalability.
• Rich expressive power: Empowers users to overlay custom data, manipulate 3D maps, and animate dynamic data, enhancing the UI/UX of services.

"We are excited to embark on this journey with Fusic," said Toru Takata, CEO of Mapbox Japan G.K. (VP of Mapbox APJ). "Together, we envision pioneering map solutions that not only address current challenges but also unlock new possibilities for businesses and communities alike."

To learn more about the transformative potential of "Field x IT," explore an insightful article featuring interviews with Fusic's advanced technology department engineers and a business designer from the space field in the business promotion department.

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