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March 2009

31 March 2009 Japan: Notice Regarding Change in Specified Subsidiary
Tokyo, March 31, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited announced today the liquidation of its specified subsidiary Fujitsu IT Holdings, Inc.
31 March 2009 Germany: The First Product Innovation under the Fujitsu Brand: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Introduces Three Powerful New Workstations
Munich, March 31, 2009 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers today introduces a new generation of workstations which offer a new level of computing and graphics performance: The CELSIUS M470, CELSIUS R570 and CELSIUS R670 will be already based on Intel®’s latest workstation platform, codename: Tylersburg, which Intel® announced yesterday. With Intel®’s latest Xeon® processor 3500 and 5500 series Nehalem EP / WS as well as the new 1S Intel® X58 and 2S Intel® 5520 chipsets on board, the new CELSIUS family members deliver superior performance which makes them the ideal choice for compute-intense, multi-core optimized workstation applications. They will be the first product innovations introduced under the Fujitsu brand following Fujitsu Siemens Computers’ integration into Fujitsu as a wholly owned subsidiary on April 01, 2009.
30 March 2009 US: Fujitsu America Brings It All Together
Sunnyvale, CA, March 30, 2009 – Fujitsu America begins operations April 1, 2009, led by President and CEO Farhat Ali. The new business unit of Fujitsu Limited consolidates the application services of Fujitsu Consulting, the system platforms of Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, and the retailing solutions of Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc. under a unified corporate structure designed to expand offerings and provide North American clients a single resource for all their computing technology and IT services needs.
30 March 2009 Germany: Future-proof New PRIMERGY Server Design from Fujitsu Siemens Computers Offers More for Less
Munich, March 30, 2009 – The new PRIMERGY Dual Socket S5 server architecture from Fujitsu Siemens Computers is future proof, and already available to order with the new line-up of Intel CPUs. The PRIMERGY S5 generation system’s performance, power efficiency, usability and built-in virtualization technology make it the perfect platform for dynamic infrastructures, while its Cool-safe chassis saves energy and reduces operational costs.
27 March 2009 Finland: Fujitsu Finland becomes Gold SAP Channel Partner
Helsinki, March 27, 2009 – Having earned its way up from the silver level, Fujitsu Finland became a Gold SAP Channel Partner in SAP’s Partner Edge program for resellers in March 2009. "This marks a significant acknowledgement to us as it shows the width and depth of our SAP operation," says service development manager Mikko Vanhanen of Fujitsu.
27 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Enhances Products and Services Tying Customers with IT
Tokyo, March 27, 2009 – Fujitsu Enhances Products and Services Tying Customers with IT
27 March 2009 Japan: Notice Regarding Conversion of FDK into Consolidated Subsidiary
Tokyo, March 27, 2009 – Notice Regarding Conversion of FDK into Consolidated Subsidiary
27 March 2009 Japan: Notice Regarding Policy to Support Fujitsu Component Through Subscription to Preferred Shares
Tokyo, March 27, 2009 – Notice Regarding Policy to Support Fujitsu Component Through Subscription to Preferred Shares
26 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu to Host Fujitsu Forum 2009
Tokyo, March 26, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will hold Fujitsu Forum 2009, its largest annual event, from May 14 – 15 at the Tokyo International Forum.
24 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Is Now a NetApp Authorized Professional Service Partner
Munich, March 24, 2009 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers has been certified as an Authorized Professional Service Partner (APSP) of technology partner NetApp. The agreement which covers the whole of EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) accredits Fujitsu Siemens Computers with the highest level of competency in professional services for NetApp storage solutions. The company is also an official Authorized Support Partner (ASP) for the EMEA region. Besides consulting, design and implementation services, Fujitsu Siemens Computers is also able to provide comprehensive support to customers operating NetApp environments. NetApp rolled out its APSP program at the end of 2007.
23 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Wins Supercomputer Order from Nagoya University
Tokyo, March 23, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has won an order to provide a new supercomputer system to the Information Technology Center at Nagoya University.
23 March 2009 Hong Kong: Fujitsu Receives Prestigious "Pick of the Year" Awards for Four fi-series Scanners from Buyers Laboratory Inc.
Hong Kong, March 23, 2009 – Fujitsu Hong Kong Limited, a leading ICT solutions and services provider today announced that it has been awarded the prestigious Fall 2008 "Pick of the Year" awards in scanner category for its fi-6130, fi-6230, fi-6670 and fi-6770 scanners from Buyers Laboratory Inc. (BLI)¹
23 March 2009 UK & US: Fujitsu Automated Process Discovery and Visualization Service Uncovers New & Detailed Insight for Global Financial Services Firm, BBVA
London & Sunnyvale, CA, March 23, 2009 – Fujitsu today announced that Spain-based global financial services firm, BBVA, has used its Automated Process Discovery service to develop a complete and accurate picture of one of its loan provisioning processes. Using the service, BBVA successfully and cost-effectively gained new and detailed insight into existing processes. BBVA will present on the benefits of the Automated Process Discovery service at the Gartner BPM Summit in San Diego on Monday, March 23rd, 2009.
23 March 2009 US: MEDIA ALERT: Fujitsu Showcases Automated Process Discovery at the Gartner Business Process Management Summit
Sunnyvale, CA, March 23, 2009 – What: Fujitsu will demonstrate how to optimize business process improvement initiatives using its industry-leading Automated Process Discovery service and Interstage® Business Process Manager at this year's Gartner Business Process Management Summit.
23 March 2009 Japan: QD Laser Commercializes Quantum Dot Laser QLF-13 Series Featuring 10Gbps High-speed Operation for Optical Telecom Applications
Tokyo, March 23, 2009 – Tokyo, March 23, 2009 --- QD Laser, Inc. today announced, as a world first, its plans for commercial launch of a quantum dot (QD)-Fabry-Perot(FP)-type (QD-FP-type) laser operable at 10 gigabits-per-second (10 Gbps), to be available from early June 2009. By employing proprietary QD laser technologies, QD Laser succeeded in being the first to develop and commercialize temperature-insensitive QD lasers with 1310 nanometer (1310nm) 2.5Gbps TO-CAN packaging and 10Gbps high speed version as the QLF-13 series, for practical-use applications such as fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), optical LAN, and fiber channels for optical fiber telecommunication. QD Laser also announced that engineering samples of its temperature-insensitive QD-DFB laser operable at 2.5Gbps for long-reach transmissions will be available from early June of this year.
19 March 2009 Philippines: Fujitsu Family Association supports Green IT and Business Continuity Management
Manila, March 19, 2009 – Fujitsu Family Association (FFA), a user community of Fujitsu corporate users, recently held its 4th Annual Convention and Cocktails with the theme “Cost or Investment? Green IT and Business Continuity 2009.”
18 March 2009 United Kingdom: ScanSnap S300M Receives iF product design award 2009
London, March 18, 2009 – Fujitsu's stylish ScanSnap S300M document scanner has been honoured with the esteemed 'iF product design award 2009'.
18 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Begins On-Line Consumer Sales of World’s First Color E-Paper Mobile Terminal FLEPia
Tokyo and Kawasaki, March 18, 2009 – Fujitsu Frontech Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the start of consumer sales in Japan of the world’s first color e-paper mobile terminal, FLEPia, available for purchase from today through Fujitsu Frontech’s online store “FrontechDirect”. Developed by Fujitsu Frontech and Fujitsu Laboratories, FLEPia is the first ever mobile information terminal to feature color electronic paper (color e-paper). In addition to being lightweight and thin, the color e-paper mobile terminal features an easy-to-view 8-inch display screen capable of showing up to 260,000 colors in high-definition, in addition to being equipped with Bluetooth and high-speed wireless LAN. FLEPia is also power-efficient, enabling up to 40 hours of continuous battery operation when fully charged, and does not require power for continuous display of a screen image, consuming power only during re-draw. Featuring significant storage capabilities, when used with a 4GB SD card, the color e-paper terminal can store the equivalent of 5,000 conventional paper-based books when each book is 300 pages long at 600KB per book, thus being environmentally friendly.
17 March 2009 US: Fujitsu Introduces Two New ScanSnap Scanners with Advanced Productivity Features for Business Users Everywhere
Sunnyvale, CA, March 17, 2009 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., the market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today introduced two new ScanSnap scanning solutions for PC and Macintosh® users. The ScanSnap S1500, for PC, and the ScanSnap S1500M, for Mac, are engineered with the same ease-of-use as its predecessors, while providing additional productivity features to help streamline organization and business operations. The devices feature a new sleek design, offer advanced intelligent technology, faster scanning speeds, and provide a newly designed software interface to unlock the most productive scanning experience.
17 March 2009 Finland: KemFine enters into a renewed ICT service agreement with Fujitsu
Helsinki, March 17, 2009 – Organic fine chemicals manufacturer KemFine Oy and ICT services supplier Fujitsu Services Oy have renewed their agreement on ICT managed services known as the Patja services in Finland. The agreement spans three years.
17 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu to Launch Nationwide Paper Recycling System in Japan
Tokyo, March 17, 2009 – Fujitsu to Launch Nationwide Paper Recycling System in Japan
16 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Conducts Collaborative Field Testing of LTE
Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, March 16, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced that, in collaboration with NTT DOCOMO, INC., they have conducted successful field testing for Long-term Evolution (LTE), a core technology standard for high-speed wireless communications, using 4x4 MIMO.
16 March 2009 US: Victor Kan of Fujitsu Computer Products of America Named 2009 Channel Chief by Everything Channel's CRN
Sunnyvale, CA, March 16, 2009 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that Victor Kan, senior vice president, sales and marketing, Imaging Products Group, Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., has been named a Channel Chief by Everything Channel’s CRN. Channel Chiefs are recognized as influential executives who consistently defend, promote, and execute effective channel partner programs and strategies.
12 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Develops Messaging Technology for Load Distribution Over Various Protocols
Kawasaki, Japan, March 12, 2009 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced the development of a new messaging technology for a service delivery platform (SDP), in which network functions are provided to applications in the form of software components. The messaging technology is able to efficiently handle server load distribution in response to an increase in volume of terminals or applications running on the SDP, even when various communication protocols are used. This new messaging technology will enable application service providers who utilize software components to offer a multitude of new services, without being concerned of server overload due to a rise in application users or terminals.
12 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Announces 2010 Hiring Plan for University Graduates
Tokyo, March 12, 2009 – Fujitsu Limited announced today that it plans to hire 440 university graduates in April 2010.
12 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Retakes Hotly-contested SPECweb Benchmark Record
Munich, March 12, 2009 – The lead in the hotly-contested SPECweb benchmark has been taken again by a PRIMERGY server from Fujitsu Siemens Computers. Results published today (March 12) confirm that the PRIMERGY RX600 S4 has reconfirmed its position as the world’s best performing web server.
11 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Receives T-Mobile Certificate for Its Notebook Range
Munich, March 11, 2009 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers' LIFEBOOK and ESPRIMO Mobile notebook series with integrated mobile broadband have been tested successfully by T-Mobile for use in a mobile broadband environment. As a result, T-Mobile International testifies that these notebooks offer an excellent mobile broadband experience within T-Mobile’s data network. With his certificate, Fujitsu Siemens Computers meets important selection criteria for mobile broadband projects and guarantees its clients easy and effective use of 3G technology combined with the respective T-Mobile data contract.
10 March 2009 Singapore: Fujitsu Launches Graphics Controller for Digital Dashboards & Car Navigation
Singapore, March 10, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the launch of a new graphics controller for automotive infotainment systems, such as next-generation car navigation and digital dashboards. The new controller, the MB86298, offers the highest-class graphics capability for embedded systems, as well as an industry first of providing output to up to 4 displays, and up to 4 video inputs.
10 March 2009 China: Fujitsu Quality Laboratory (Wuxi) Begins Operation
Wuxi, March 10, 2009 – Fujitsu Quality Laboratory Limited and the Wuxi Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine Bureau, a government agency that conducts mandatory inspections in order to raise the quality of products manufactured in China, today announced that they have established a joint testing facility, Fujitsu Quality Laboratory (Wuxi), to provide quality assurance services to manufacturers of electrical and electronic components and other parts in China.
9 March 2009 UK: Fujitsu signs European distribution agreement for B-Pad with Box Technologies
March 9, 2009 – Fujitsu Services, one of Europe’s leading IT services companies, has signed a two-year deal with Box Technologies, Europe’s premier EPoS hardware distributor. The agreement will see Box Technologies become an official distributor of the Fujitsu B-pad device, offering the solution to a wide-range of customers across the travel, hospitality and retail sectors.
9 March 2009 Finland: Nice to found a new consultant company
Helsinki, March 9, 2009 – ”Nice is responding to the change we’ve detected in the labour market by starting this very contemporary ICT consulting company. We’ll be offering an alternative and a flexible option to business-minded and experienced ICT professionals” says Nice’s Managing Director Jouko Seppä.
5 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Provides "Fast Lane" for Testing SAP® Applications
Munich, March 5, 2009 – Delivering another innovation that puts customers running SAP® solutions on the fast track, Fujitsu Siemens Computers today announces the next-generation SAP Discovery system comes pre-installed on PRIMERGY servers. The leading European infrastructure provider is the only vendor to offer a complete test environment for the latest version of the SAP NetWeaver® technology platform.
3 March 2009 United Kingdom: Stylish Scanning Innovations For Windows And Mac Operating Systems
London, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu CeBIT 2009 Showcase: The New ScanSnap S1500 and S1500M Series
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu adds 48-pin Versions to its 16FX Family of MCUs for Automotive and Industrial Applications
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu adds 48-pin Versions to its 16FX Family of MCUs for Automotive and Industrial Applications
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Announces 32-bit Flash Microcontroller Series for Use in Automotive and Industrial Applications
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Announces 32-bit Flash Microcontroller Series for Use in Automotive and Industrial Applications
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Announces New Graphics Controller for Automotive and Industrial Embedded Display Systems
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Announces New Graphics Controller for Automotive and Industrial Embedded Display Systems
3 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Demonstrates Extensive Range of Technology Solutions at Embedded World 2009
Langen and Nuremberg, Germany, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Demonstrates Extensive Range of Technology Solutions at Embedded World 2009
3 March 2009 UK: Whitbread PLC Renews Network Contract with Fujitsu
London, March 3, 2009 – Whitbread PLC has renewed its data and voice networks contract with Fujitsu Services, one of Europe’s leading IT services companies, for a further four years. Fujitsu is contracted to provide voice and data networks across the Whitbread hotels and restaurants estate.
3 March 2009 Japan: Fujitsu Launches Graphics SoC for Digital Dashboards and Car Navigation
Tokyo, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Limited today announced the launch of a new graphics controller System-on-Chip (SoC) for automotive infotainment systems, such as next-generation car navigation and digital dashboards. The new controller, the MB86298, offers the highest-class graphics capability for embedded systems, as well as an industry first of providing output to up to 4 displays, and up to 4 video inputs.
3 March 2009 US: Fujitsu Unveils New Channel Programs to Help Partners Bolster Profitability
Sunnyvale, CA, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced enhancements to its North American channel partner program, the Fujitsu Accelerator Program. The new programs offer channel partners the ability to improve lead generation, enhance sales training and support, save considerable time, and close more deals. In addition, Fujitsu refreshed its ExpressBuy line up and launched its Demo and Evaluation program, offering partners a greater margin structure. The new Fujitsu channel programs are designed to help customers unify resources, reduce ordering complexity, increase their bottom line and minimize risk in this challenging economic climate.
3 March 2009 US: Matt McManus of Fujitsu Recognized as a Channel Chief by Everything Channel's CRN
Sunnyvale, CA, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced that Matt McManus, its vice president of channel sales, has been named a 2009 Channel Chief by Everything Channel's CRN. CRN Channel Chiefs are recognized as influential executives who consistently defend, promote and execute effective channel partner programs and strategies.
3 March 2009 US: MEDIA ALERT: Fujitsu Senior Vice President of Marketing Richard McCormack to Speak on End-to-End Security at Check Point Experience 2009
Sunnyvale, CA, March 3, 2009 – Richard McCormack, senior vice president of marketing for Fujitsu Computer Systems, will present "End-to-End Security: Fujitsu User Case Study plus Fujitsu as a Solution and Technology Provider" at Check Point Experience, a two-day event held at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, March 4-5.
3 March 2009 Germany: Stop the Wasting: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Shows the World's First 0-Watt PC at CeBIT 2009
Munich, March 3, 2009 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers introduces the world's first 0-Watt PC at CeBIT 2009 in Hannover. With this latest green product innovation, Fujitsu Siemens Computers once again takes the lead in Green IT. The 0-Watt PC does not consume any power in off-mode or hibernating while still remaining administrable. This eliminates wasted energy and money in the office while also protecting the environment. The 0-Watt function will be available in the ESPRIMO E7935 0-Watt and ESPRIMO P7935 0-Watt beginning in summer 2009. At CeBIT, the 0-Watt PC will be on display at Green IT World in Hall 8, Stand B02.
2 March 2009 Australia: Fujitsu to acquire Kaz Group Pty Ltd from Telstra Corporation Limited
Sydney, March 2, 2009 – Fujitsu, a leading provider of business, information technology and communications solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire 100 percent of shares in KAZ Group Pty Ltd from Telstra Corporation Limited for A$200 million, subject to regulatory approval.
2 March 2009 Germany: Flexible IT and Green Highlights: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Showcases Dynamic Infrastructures at CeBIT 2009
Munich, March 2, 2009 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers presents its "Dynamic Infrastructures" products for Webciety, public sector clients and Green IT at CeBIT in the Public Sector Parc in Hall 9 and at Green IT World in Hall 8. The product innovations that will be on display include the first zero-watt PC, which consumes absolutely no power in off mode or hibernating, a PRIMERGY server for small businesses that has optimized energy savings, as well as service packages covering all aspects of IT infrastructure. During the weekend of CeBIT on March 7 and 8, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, together with its partners, will present "Citizens meet Civil Authorities" in the Public Sector Parc in Hall 9 and demonstrate just how fast, simple and cost-efficient direct communication between citizens and civil authorities can be.
2 March 2009 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Realigns Channel Management
Munich, March 2, 2009 – Senior Vice President Hans-Dieter Wysuwa is to take over the management of all corporate channels for the EMEA region at Fujitsu Siemens Computers. In his previous role as Managing Director Germany Mr. Wysuwa was responsible for the region’s sales activities.

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