Fukuoka Financial Group and Hokuhoku Financial Group Sign Agreement to Strengthen Semiconductor Supply Chain
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- Fukuoka Financial Group and Hokuhoku Financial Group Sign Agreement to Strengthen Semiconductor Supply Chain
- Fukuoka Financial Group (FFG) has signed a basic agreement with Hokuhoku Financial Group to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain through broad regional collaboration. The partnership will leverage both groups' networks to support semiconductor industries across Hokkaido, Hokuriku, Kyushu, and Japan's three major metropolitan areas.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 18, 2026
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Fukuoka Financial Group (FFG) has signed a basic agreement with Hokuhoku Financial Group to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain through broad regional collaboration. The partnership will leverage both groups' networks to support semiconductor industries across Hokkaido, Hokuriku, Kyushu, and Japan's three major metropolitan areas.
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- Fukuoka Financial Group and Hokuhoku Financial Group Sign Agreement to Strengthen Semiconductor Supply Chain (June 18, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 18, 2026
Fukuoka Financial Group (FFG) has signed a basic agreement with Hokuhoku Financial Group to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain through broad regional collaboration. The partnership will leverage both groups' networks to support semiconductor industries across Hokkaido, Hokuriku, Kyushu, and Japan's three major metropolitan areas.
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Fukuoka Financial Group (President: Hisashi Gojo, hereinafter "FFG") announced today that it has signed a basic agreement (i.e., collaboration agreement) with Hokuhoku Financial Group, Ltd. (President: Hiroshi Nakazawa) regarding "broad regional collaboration to strengthen the semiconductor supply chain." This agreement aims to achieve sustainable development of the semiconductor industry across regions and strengthen supply chain resilience by integrating the networks of both groups.
The semiconductor industry is supported by a broad supply chain involving diverse sectors such as materials, components, equipment, manufacturing, logistics, and human resources. As semiconductor-related investments accelerate across Japan—including in Kyushu and Hokkaido—nationwide collaboration beyond individual regions has become essential. Under this agreement, the groups will fully leverage their extensive network connecting Hokkaido, Hokuriku, the three major metropolitan areas, and Kyushu to contribute to strengthening Japan's overall semiconductor supply chain through enterprise support, information sharing, and talent development.
FFG will continue to leverage its strong foundation in Kyushu to promote inter-regional corporate collaboration and create new business flows, aiming to contribute to regional economies.
1. Scope of Collaboration
(1) Matters related to strengthening the semiconductor supply chain
(2) Matters related to urban development and ecosystem construction supporting the semiconductor industry
(3) Matters related to joint initiatives and associated surveys and analysis
(4) Other matters contributing to the achievement of the objectives
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About Fukuoka Financial Group, Ltd.
Fukuoka Financial Group (FFG) is a regionally based financial group established in 2007, with a network spanning all of Kyushu. Anchored by four regional banks—Fukuoka Bank, Kumamoto Bank, Jusan Shinkin Bank, and Fukuoka Chuo Bank—each with long histories in Kyushu, as well as the digital bank Minna no Bank, FFG operates a comprehensive group structure with securities, credit card, and consulting companies, offering a wide range of services.
■Company Name: Fukuoka Financial Group, Inc.
■Head Office Address: 1-8-3 Omotemon, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture 810-8693
■Representative: President Hisashi Gojo
The semiconductor industry is supported by a broad supply chain involving diverse sectors such as materials, components, equipment, manufacturing, logistics, and human resources. As semiconductor-related investments accelerate across Japan—including in Kyushu and Hokkaido—nationwide collaboration beyond individual regions has become essential. Under this agreement, the groups will fully leverage their extensive network connecting Hokkaido, Hokuriku, the three major metropolitan areas, and Kyushu to contribute to strengthening Japan's overall semiconductor supply chain through enterprise support, information sharing, and talent development.
FFG will continue to leverage its strong foundation in Kyushu to promote inter-regional corporate collaboration and create new business flows, aiming to contribute to regional economies.
1. Scope of Collaboration
(1) Matters related to strengthening the semiconductor supply chain
(2) Matters related to urban development and ecosystem construction supporting the semiconductor industry
(3) Matters related to joint initiatives and associated surveys and analysis
(4) Other matters contributing to the achievement of the objectives
Above
About Fukuoka Financial Group, Ltd.
Fukuoka Financial Group (FFG) is a regionally based financial group established in 2007, with a network spanning all of Kyushu. Anchored by four regional banks—Fukuoka Bank, Kumamoto Bank, Jusan Shinkin Bank, and Fukuoka Chuo Bank—each with long histories in Kyushu, as well as the digital bank Minna no Bank, FFG operates a comprehensive group structure with securities, credit card, and consulting companies, offering a wide range of services.
■Company Name: Fukuoka Financial Group, Inc.
■Head Office Address: 1-8-3 Omotemon, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture 810-8693
■Representative: President Hisashi Gojo
FAQ
What is the purpose of this collaboration agreement?
To strengthen the semiconductor supply chain and promote sustainable industrial development across regions.
Which regions are covered by this initiative?
The network spans Hokkaido, Hokuriku, the three major metropolitan areas, and Kyushu.
Which companies are eligible for support?
Semiconductor-related firms in materials, components, equipment, manufacturing, and talent development organizations.