Suzuyo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka City; President: Kenichiro Suzuki) has signed a naming rights agreement with Kyushu University (Location: Fukuoka City; President: Tatsuro Ishibashi). A commemorative ceremony was held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the university's Ito Campus. The agreement was officially signed on Friday, March 13, 2026, naming Great Lecture Halls I and II in the East Zone of the Ito Campus as 'Suzuyo Mirai Hall I' and 'Suzuyo Mirai Hall II,' respectively. This is the first time Kyushu University has signed a naming rights agreement for facilities in the humanities area of the Ito Campus.
The university naming rights program allows companies to give nicknames to campus facilities and promote their brand through signage and logos. For the university, it leads to the enhancement of educational and research environments and promotes industry-academic cooperation. For companies, it provides an opportunity to build ongoing relationships with the university and contribute to regional society and the development of next-generation talent.
The subject facilities, Great Lecture Halls I and II, are used primarily by humanities students and have a maximum capacity of 500 students each. Additionally, Hall I features a student salon where students can relax and study freely. Through this agreement, Suzuyo aims to deepen its partnership with Kyushu University and ensure the 'Suzuyo Mirai Hall' name becomes familiar to many students.
In addition to Kyushu University, Suzuyo has naming rights agreements with Hokkaido University and Shizuoka Prefectural University. Moving forward, the company will continue to support environments for student learning and growth through university partnerships while contributing to the sustainable development of regional society.
Nickname and Reason Nickname: Suzuyo Mirai Hall I & II This nickname expresses the hope that these halls will be places where the next generation of students gather, learn, and interact, giving birth to new values and ideas. It represents the company's desire to support the growth of individuals who will shape the 'future' through diverse learning and dialogue.
Facility Overview Target: Great Lecture Halls I & II, East Zone, Ito Campus, Kyushu University Nicknames: Suzuyo Mirai Hall I & II Contract Period: April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031 (5 years)
Ceremony Overview Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 11:30– Venue: Suzuyo Mirai Hall I, East Zone, Ito Campus, Kyushu University
Comment from Tatsuro Ishibashi, President of Kyushu University These facilities have supported the growth of many students. It is the mission of this university to protect and enhance the environment that serves as the foundation for students to learn, think, challenge themselves, and fly toward the future. We are committed to making 'Suzuyo Mirai Hall I & II' a place where students can learn with peace of mind and expand their potential.
Comment from Kazuhisa Suzuki, Managing Director of Suzuyo Co., Ltd. It is a great honor to participate in this naming rights program with Kyushu University. We feel it is deeply meaningful to be involved in the first initiative of this kind in the humanities district. We hope 'Suzuyo Mirai Hall I & II' becomes a meaningful place for learning and exchange, and an opportunity for students to gain interest in our company and the work of logistics.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: Partnership