Yanmar Sunset Marina in Shiga, Japan, earned Blue Flag environmental certification for the second straight year, reaffirming its leadership in sustainable marina operations on Lake Biwa. The marina was also recognized for circular economy initiatives, including composting aquatic plants and food waste for agricultural reuse.
Inside Yanmar’s quietly radical design philosophy. From operator centered machinery and future concept vehicles to urban parks and sake packaging, Yanmar’s in house design team is redefining how engineering, sustainability, and human experience come together across agriculture, construction, marine, and energy industries.
Yanmar America is advancing cleaner engine development with a new dynamometer facility in Georgia. By simulating real-world conditions, engineers can refine performance and reduce emissions ahead of future regulations. Featuring collaboration with partners like Thermo King, the story highlights innovation in action. Watch the accompanying video.
Yanmar Energy System will build a new factory in Fukuoka, Japan, set to open in 2028, to meet rising demand for large-scale emergency power systems for data centers and critical facilities. The site will boost production capacity, expand generator offerings, and support carbon-neutral energy solutions.
Yanmar Power Solutions, a group company of Yanmar Holdings, has announced plans to build a new factory in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture, to support the development and testing of next-generation marine hydrogen engines. Scheduled to begin operations in March 2029, the facility will strengthen production capabilities and advance alternative-fuel powertrains for a decarbonized future.
HIMOINSA’s HGY Series Advanced Compact Version delivers robust, efficient, and ultra-quiet power in a fully integrated 40’ container. Designed for mission-critical environments, it combines advanced acoustic engineering, low emissions, smart connectivity, and Plug & Play installation to ensure reliable, sustainable, and uninterrupted performance.
Yanmar Power Solutions has become the first engine manufacturer in Japan to receive both type approval and NOx certification from ClassNK for its pilot-ignition, hydrogen-fueled 4-stroke high-speed engine for domestic coastal vessels, under the Nippon Foundation’s Zero Emission Ships Project.
Yanmar is accelerating innovation to address climate change, labor shortages, and rising food demand. Through advanced mechanization, autonomous machines, and agrivoltaic initiatives, the company is building sustainable farming systems and resilient communities—guided by its YANMAR GREEN CHALLENGE 2050 vision.
Yanmar Holdings has signed an agreement with Faeger to purchase JCM carbon credits generated in the Philippines through the adoption of Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) in rice farming. The initiative supports farmer productivity, climate resilience, and agricultural decarbonization while helping offset Yanmar’s residual emissions.
Jon Lopez, President of Yanmar CE EMEA, on how clarity, focused strategy and forward planning are driving the company's long-term growth.
When Jon Lopez was appointed President of Yanmar Compact Equipment EMEA (Yanmar CE) in November 2024, he took the helm of a business ready for renewal. Since then, his focus has been to guide the organization through change and position it for long-term succe
TOKYO－26 November 2025－JERA Co., Inc. (“JERA”), JERA Cross Co., Inc. (“JERA Cross”), Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (“SMBC”), Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Company, Limited (“SMFL”), and Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. (“Yanmar”) hereby announce that they have today signed a basic agreement to collaborate in working to achieve a regional industry revitalization model centered on the local productio
Yanmar will host “YANMAR DESIGN VISION OF TOMORROW OSAKA” from Dec. 18–25, showcasing its design evolution and future concepts. Exhibits include the historic HB diesel engine, the new 4TN101 hydrogen engine, customizable YT3 tractor, and next-generation YPV designs for agriculture and marine life.
The MIDORI Decarbonization Overseas Deployment Consortium delivered a COP30 statement urging global adoption of Japanese technologies that cut agricultural emissions. Yanmar showcased its Philippine project using AWD irrigation to curb methane from rice paddies, supporting climate goals and MIDORI∞INFINITY’s push for sustainable, low-carbon agri-food systems.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Yanmar Power Solutions, and Japan Engine Corporation have achieved the world’s first land-based operation of marine hydrogen engines. The breakthrough marks a major step toward zero-emission shipping, with onboard trials planned as part of Japan’s 2050 carbon neutrality goals.
Yanmar’s concept tractor YPV-L and foiling sailboat YPV-S have won the Red Dot Design Award 2025 in the Design Concept category. Part of the YANMAR PRODUCT VISION 2035, the designs showcase “Essential Design,” uniting innovation, sustainability, and customer value across land and sea.
Kanadevia, MOL, and Yanmar Power Solutions have achieved a world-leading 98% reduction in methane slip during onboard trials of LNG-fueled vessels—far exceeding the 70% target. Backed by NEDO’s Green Innovation Fund, the project aims for social implementation by FY2027, contributing to major GHG reductions in the maritime sector.
Yanmar Holdings and Sony Group have launched YANMAR BLUE TECH Co., Ltd., a joint venture advancing underwater sensing and robotics. Its first project develops high-speed hull-cleaning ROVs with debris collection, integrating Sony’s imaging and sensing tech with Yanmar’s marine expertise to promote ocean conservation and sustainable shipping.
Yanmar has launched Yanmar Power Solutions Co., Ltd., a new company dedicated to advancing large engine technologies for marine and land-based applications. Formed through the spin-off of Yanmar Power Technology’s large power products business, the new entity will focus on developing multi-fuel solutions to support the maritime industry’s path toward decarbonization and carbon neutrality by 2050.
Yanmar Group will exhibit for the first time at the TICAD Business Expo, Aug. 20–22, 2025, in Yokohama, showcasing the YH700 combine harvester and HIMOINSA EHR battery system to African leaders and global delegates.
The passenger vessel HANARIA, equipped with Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd.’s GH240FC maritime hydrogen fuel cell system, has received the Marine Engineering of the Year 2024. The honor is awarded by the Japan Institute of Marine Engineering for outstanding technological innovation in the field.
