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Mitsubishi Power Secures Fuel Conversion Deal in Vietnam

Mitsubishi Power, part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, will provide key equipment for converting fuel at the O Mon 1 Thermal Power Plant in southern Vietnam.Its win is not only for energy infrastructure but also stands at an important juncture for Japan's technology and industrial sectors. Why this matters for Japan's tech industry While this appears mainly to be an energy-contract announcement, there are broader ramifications for Japan's technology and industrial sectors. Technology transfer and industrial equipment expertise Japan has long been a leader in heavy industrial equipment, power systems, and manufacturing. This reinforces Japan's export capability for complex technical systems, such as the conversion of legacy power plants into cleaner fuels. Advanced modelling, precision manufacturing, controls, and digital monitoring are required to make the retrofit safe, compliant with regulations, and…