Selected as a Finalist for 'Japan DX Award 2026' in the Sustainability Category
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- Selected as a Finalist for 'Japan DX Award 2026' in the Sustainability Category
- The 'Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System' jointly developed by Forum Eight and Matsue Doken has been chosen as a finalist for the Japan DX Award 2026. The system enhances winter snow removal safety and efficiency using 3DVR and high-precision satellite positioning.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 27, 2026
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The 'Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System' jointly developed by Forum Eight and Matsue Doken has been chosen as a finalist for the Japan DX Award 2026. The system enhances winter snow removal safety and efficiency using 3DVR and high-precision satellite positioning.
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- Selected as a Finalist for 'Japan DX Award 2026' in the Sustainability Category (May 27, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
- Date
- May 27, 2026
The 'Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System' jointly developed by Forum Eight and Matsue Doken has been chosen as a finalist for the Japan DX Award 2026. The system enhances winter snow removal safety and efficiency using 3DVR and high-precision satellite positioning.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: May 27, 2026 at 02:30
- 🔍 Collected: May 26, 2026 at 18:01
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 26, 2026 at 18:06 (5 min after Collected)
The system utilizes the 3DVR platform 'UC-win/Road' combined with RTK-GNSS high-precision satellite positioning and digital twin technology. By displaying real-time road information such as manholes, bridge joints, and curbs on an in-vehicle monitor—information that becomes difficult to see during snowfall—the system provides precise work assistance.
This technology digitizes and systematizes snow removal tasks that previously relied on the experience and intuition of skilled workers, achieving improved safety and efficiency. It is also highly regarded as a model case for regional infrastructure DX contributing to disaster prevention and mitigation.
An online public presentation by the 24 finalists will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM. Viewing is free, with pre-registration available on the official website. Forum Eight plans to continue building a digital twin foundation that fuses terrestrial infrastructure with space technology through its 'spaceF8' solutions, contributing to a sustainable and resilient social infrastructure.
FAQ
What product developed by Forum Eight and Matsue Doken was selected as a finalist for Japan DX Award 2026?
The Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System was selected as a finalist for Japan DX Award 2026.
Which award category includes the Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System in 2026?
The Sustainability Category of Japan DX Award 2026 includes the Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System.
What technology does the Forum Eight and Matsue Doken system use for snow removal efficiency?
The system uses 3DVR and high-precision satellite positioning for improved snow removal efficiency.
How does the Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System improve winter operations in 2026?
It improves winter snow removal safety and efficiency through real-time 3D visualization and precise location tracking.
Which two companies jointly developed the system recognized in Japan DX Award 2026?
Forum Eight and Matsue Doken co-developed the Next-Generation Smart Snow Removal Support System.