HORIBA Europe Earns Innovation Seal

HORIBA Europe GmbH, a leading provider of measurement and test solutions, has been awarded the BSFZ Seal for Innovation Competence. This prestigious recognition from the Office of Research Grants (Bescheinigungsstelle Forschungszulage BSFZ) highlights the company’s in-house research and development (R&D) projects and its dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation. The seal, awarded for 2024, signifies that HORIBA is eligible for research funding due to its significant R&D efforts, as confirmed by the BSFZ.

Key Highlights

  • HORIBA Europe GmbH received the BSFZ Seal for Innovation Competence.
  • The seal recognizes the company’s in-house R&D projects and innovation focus.
  • HORIBA invests in areas like brake dust measurement, mobility electrification, new energy, water, life sciences, and emissions measurement.
  • The company’s mission is to contribute to a sustainable society through original solutions.
  • HORIBA embraces “HONMAMON”, a philosophy of creating authentic, unique innovations.

The BSFZ Seal underscores HORIBA’s role as an industry innovator, reflecting its commitment to developing cutting-edge solutions that address global challenges. The company is channeling its R&D efforts into diverse fields, including brake dust measurement, which tackles vehicle-related environmental issues, and electrification in mobility, a key step toward sustainable transportation. HORIBA is also advancing technologies in new energy, water management, life sciences, and emissions measurement, showcasing its wide-ranging impact.

Central to HORIBA’s approach is the concept of “HONMAMON”, a Japanese term meaning authentic and one-of-a-kind. This philosophy drives the company to create solutions that are both innovative and meaningful, rooted in a passion for improving society. Hiromi Harada, President of HORIBA Europe GmbH, emphasized, “We are very proud to receive the BSFZ seal. It reaffirms our commitment to shaping the future through innovation.”

Looking ahead, HORIBA plans to further its R&D investments, aligning with global trends like energy, healthcare, and semiconductors. This recognition not only celebrates past successes but also fuels the company’s mission to deliver sustainable, future-focused solutions.

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