Soliton Systems Signs MOU with UNDP to Promote Remote Construction Technology for Ukraine’s Reconstruction
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- Soliton Systems Signs MOU with UNDP to Promote Remote Construction Technology for Ukraine’s Reconstruction
- Soliton Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to promote and implement remote construction technology in Ukraine. This initiative aims to enhance worker safety and enable inclusive reconstruction efforts.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 17, 2026
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Soliton Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to promote and implement remote construction technology in Ukraine. This initiative aims to enhance worker safety and enable inclusive reconstruction efforts.
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- June 17, 2026
Soliton Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to promote and implement remote construction technology in Ukraine. This initiative aims to enhance worker safety and enable inclusive reconstruction efforts.
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Soliton Systems Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Osamu Kamata; hereinafter "Soliton") has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to promote and implement remote construction technology for construction machinery in Ukraine.
The MOU was announced in conjunction with the signing ceremony of a Statement of Intent between the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) and UNDP, held on June 11, 2026, at the United Nations University Headquarters in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. As a private company planning to introduce this technology in Ukraine under the MLIT-UNDP collaboration framework, Soliton will now formally begin its partnership with UNDP.
From left: Ms. Hajarich Hideko (UNDP Resident Representative in Japan), H.E. Mr. Yuriy Lutkov (Ambassador of Ukraine to Japan), Mr. Auke Rootsma (UNDP Resident Representative in Ukraine), Mr. Kenichi Kawamura (Director for Overseas Projects, MLIT), Mr. Koji Yamashita (Executive Officer, Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.), and Mr. Shinya Momotake (Executive Officer, Soliton Systems).
## Background
Ukraine is expected to face massive construction demands for reconstruction, yet it also grapples with severe labor shortages and hazardous working conditions due to unexploded ordnance and asbestos. Ensuring worker safety remains a critical challenge. The introduction of "remote operation"—controlling construction machinery from a distance via communication networks—aims to keep workers away from dangerous sites and enable diverse personnel, including women and war-injured individuals, to safely participate in reconstruction efforts.
UNDP has been providing large-scale support in Ukraine’s debris management sector, including facility development, equipment provision, workforce training, and safety standard formulation. This collaboration will further accelerate efforts toward achieving "safe and inclusive reconstruction."
## Previous Initiatives
Since March 2025, Soliton has participated in the Japan-Ukraine Platform on Infrastructure Technology for Recovery and Reconstruction (JUPITeR), a public-private council led by MLIT, to support Ukraine’s recovery.
In July of the same year, Soliton joined a joint public-private team for an on-site survey. In October, the company conducted a demonstration of remote construction operations in Kyiv. By aggregating multiple local LTE lines, Soliton achieved stable video transmission and real-time control signal communication, successfully operating construction machinery located approximately 25 kilometers away from a control center within Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (KPI).
Local operators, including women, mastered smooth operation after only a few hours of training, confirming that remote construction is practically feasible within Ukraine.
## Future Plans
Construction automation and unmanned operations represent a technological trend that Japan is pioneering globally. Soliton’s "Zao" series, developed and sold for ultra-remote operation, enables remote control of existing construction machinery without major modifications, thanks to its proprietary video transmission technology. Based on this MOU, Soliton will collaborate with UNDP and local agencies to progressively conduct demonstrations and promote technology adoption in Ukraine. The company will continue advancing technological development and implementation, integrating Japan’s advanced communication technologies with local needs to support safe and efficient reconstruction.
## About Soliton Systems Co., Ltd.
Since its establishment, Soliton Systems has consistently anticipated emerging technology trends in the IT and electronics industries, achieving numerous "firsts in Japan." In recent years, the company has focused on IT security centered on authentication and cybersecurity, as well as high-definition video transmission systems utilizing 4G, 5G, and Wi-Fi mobile networks, remote driving, and remote operation. As a domestic manufacturer, Soliton provides original products and services rooted in Japanese "monozukuri" (craftsmanship) and innovation.
Established: 1979, Revenue: ¥19.7 billion (FY2025), Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
Company Website: https://www.soliton.co.jp/
## Product Inquiries
Video Communication Business Division, Soliton Systems Co., Ltd.
Tel: 03-5360-3860 / Email: stc-sales@soliton.co.jp
The MOU was announced in conjunction with the signing ceremony of a Statement of Intent between the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) and UNDP, held on June 11, 2026, at the United Nations University Headquarters in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. As a private company planning to introduce this technology in Ukraine under the MLIT-UNDP collaboration framework, Soliton will now formally begin its partnership with UNDP.
From left: Ms. Hajarich Hideko (UNDP Resident Representative in Japan), H.E. Mr. Yuriy Lutkov (Ambassador of Ukraine to Japan), Mr. Auke Rootsma (UNDP Resident Representative in Ukraine), Mr. Kenichi Kawamura (Director for Overseas Projects, MLIT), Mr. Koji Yamashita (Executive Officer, Kobelco Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.), and Mr. Shinya Momotake (Executive Officer, Soliton Systems).
## Background
Ukraine is expected to face massive construction demands for reconstruction, yet it also grapples with severe labor shortages and hazardous working conditions due to unexploded ordnance and asbestos. Ensuring worker safety remains a critical challenge. The introduction of "remote operation"—controlling construction machinery from a distance via communication networks—aims to keep workers away from dangerous sites and enable diverse personnel, including women and war-injured individuals, to safely participate in reconstruction efforts.
UNDP has been providing large-scale support in Ukraine’s debris management sector, including facility development, equipment provision, workforce training, and safety standard formulation. This collaboration will further accelerate efforts toward achieving "safe and inclusive reconstruction."
## Previous Initiatives
Since March 2025, Soliton has participated in the Japan-Ukraine Platform on Infrastructure Technology for Recovery and Reconstruction (JUPITeR), a public-private council led by MLIT, to support Ukraine’s recovery.
In July of the same year, Soliton joined a joint public-private team for an on-site survey. In October, the company conducted a demonstration of remote construction operations in Kyiv. By aggregating multiple local LTE lines, Soliton achieved stable video transmission and real-time control signal communication, successfully operating construction machinery located approximately 25 kilometers away from a control center within Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (KPI).
Local operators, including women, mastered smooth operation after only a few hours of training, confirming that remote construction is practically feasible within Ukraine.
## Future Plans
Construction automation and unmanned operations represent a technological trend that Japan is pioneering globally. Soliton’s "Zao" series, developed and sold for ultra-remote operation, enables remote control of existing construction machinery without major modifications, thanks to its proprietary video transmission technology. Based on this MOU, Soliton will collaborate with UNDP and local agencies to progressively conduct demonstrations and promote technology adoption in Ukraine. The company will continue advancing technological development and implementation, integrating Japan’s advanced communication technologies with local needs to support safe and efficient reconstruction.
## About Soliton Systems Co., Ltd.
Since its establishment, Soliton Systems has consistently anticipated emerging technology trends in the IT and electronics industries, achieving numerous "firsts in Japan." In recent years, the company has focused on IT security centered on authentication and cybersecurity, as well as high-definition video transmission systems utilizing 4G, 5G, and Wi-Fi mobile networks, remote driving, and remote operation. As a domestic manufacturer, Soliton provides original products and services rooted in Japanese "monozukuri" (craftsmanship) and innovation.
Established: 1979, Revenue: ¥19.7 billion (FY2025), Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market
Company Website: https://www.soliton.co.jp/
## Product Inquiries
Video Communication Business Division, Soliton Systems Co., Ltd.
Tel: 03-5360-3860 / Email: stc-sales@soliton.co.jp
FAQ
What is the purpose of Soliton Systems' collaboration with UNDP?
To introduce remote construction technology in Ukraine’s recovery sites, keeping workers safe from hazardous environments and enabling inclusive reconstruction.
Where was the remote construction demonstration conducted?
In October 2025, a construction machine 25km away was successfully operated from a control center in Kyiv.
What benefits are expected from remote construction technology?
Worker safety in hazardous zones, inclusive employment for women and war-injured persons, and alleviation of labor shortages.