Support for Education and Research Globally

IMV actively supports educational and research institutions both domestically and internationally, aiming to deepen collaboration with local communities and academia and contribute to the development of a sustainable society.

• Sponsorship of “CanSat Koshien”

  We proudly sponsor CanSat Koshien, a competition where students showcase the performance of their self-built model satellites (CanSats). By fostering the next generation’s interest in space development and supporting the enhancement of their technical skills, we contribute significantly to the advancement of science and technology.

  

• Sponsorship of the Noshiro Space Event

  IMV sponsors the Noshiro Space Event, held in Noshiro, Akita Prefecture. Through activities such as rocket launch experiments and public outreach events, our sponsorship helps deepen local residents’ understanding of space science and contributes to regional revitalization.

  

• Contribution to International Standard Development

  IMV actively cooperates in the development of international standards for vibration testing and seismometers. By leveraging our technology and expertise to promote the widespread adoption of safe and reliable testing methods, we support the continuous advancement of various industries.

  

• Collaborative Research with Michigan State University

  In a collaborative research project with Michigan State University, IMV donated specialized vibration testing equipment capable of faithfully reproducing transportation environments. The objective of this research is to identify ideal packaging methods for product transportation and to contribute to waste reduction through packaging material optimisation. By supporting the university’s research activities and promoting the development of technologies that reduce environmental impact, IMV contributes to the realisation of a sustainable society.

  

Through these activities, IMV aims to contribute to society across a wide range of fields, including not only technological advancement but also fostering the next generation, revitalising local communities, and making international contributions.

Community Engagement

• Sponsorship of the Tenjin Festival

  IMV, headquartered in Osaka, sponsors the Tenjin Festival, one of Osaka’s most famous traditional festivals. Our aim is to support the festival’s vibrancy and ensure its preservation for future generations. Through this support, IMV contributes to the promotion of local culture and strengthens its ties with the community.

  

• Sponsoring Operational Participation in the Osaka-Kansai Expo

  IMV is sponsoring the 2025 Japan International Exposition (Osaka-Kansai Expo) as an “Operational Participation Supplier.” At the venue, IMV is providing satellite-compatible earthquake monitoring equipment for use at the Expo site, in collaboration with Icom Inc.

  

• Award of Excellence at the Japan Resilience Awards 2025

  IMV was honored with the Award of Excellence at the Japan Resilience Awards 2025, an event organised by the Resilience Japan Promotion Council. This award recognises IMV’s highly-regarded initiatives aimed at enhancing the resilience of critical social infrastructure against disasters.

  

• Participation in the Wings for Life World Run

  IMV employees from around the world participated in the Wings for Life World Run 2025, the world’s largest charity running event organised by the Wings for Life Foundation, a non-profit spinal cord research foundation. All participation fees from this event are entirely donated to fund research for the treatment of spinal cord injuries. IMV proudly supports its employees’ health promotion and well-being through this initiative.