VISIONS: Mobility Innovation and the Air Taxi

Dear VISIONS readers,

This issue of VISIONS brings you the latest insights and innovations from Sumitomo Corporation of Americas. As we navigate the ever-evolving business landscape, we are excited to share stories of strategic leadership, mobility innovation and the future of transportation. Explore the highlights below!

Stay inspired,

The Editors of VISIONS

SC & JAL’s Joint Venture is Revolutionizing Air Travel

Sumitomo Corporation and Japan Airlines (JAL) are making urban air mobility a reality through their joint venture, Soracle. Set to debut at the Osaka EXPO 2025, Soracle’s electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) operations will transform transportation by introducing air taxis to daily life.

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Strategic Financial Leadership in a Changing Economy

Yasuo Sugahara, Chief Financial Officer of Sumitomo Corporation of Americas, takes a disciplined yet forward-thinking approach to financial strategy. In this edition of Notes from the C-Suite, Sugahara shares insights on maintaining financial resilience, fostering collaboration with business units, and embracing a “back to basics” philosophy to ensure sustainable growth.

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SUMICAST Interview: Justin Isaacs on Mobility Innovation?

In this exciting SUMICAST episode, host Stephen Pitalo speaks with Justin Isaacs, Vice President of SC Automotive Engineering US and Director in SCOA's Auto Manufacturing Unit at SCOA, about his journey from engineer to leader in mobility innovation. From AI-driven advancements to software-defined vehicles, Justin discusses how Sumitomo Corporation of Americas and SCAEUS are shaping the future of transportation across multiple industries.

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