Monozukuri Ventures Holdings (hereinafter, Monozukuri Ventures) will hold the "Monozukuri Co-Creation ~Manufacturing Industry x Startup Co-Creation Event~" to promote co-creation between manufacturing companies and startups, as part of the initiatives of "MI Salon Aichi," an innovation community for the manufacturing industry operated by Aichi Prefecture. The event will take place on July 31, 2026 (Fri) at STATION Ai in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. This event will feature pitches from startups operating in the manufacturing sector, as well as workshops where established companies and startups will discuss concrete possibilities for collaboration and joint development. It will also promote the formation of networks that lead to new business creation and open innovation through interaction among participants. Amidst significant changes in the manufacturing industry environment, innovation creation solely by individual companies has its limits, and expectations are growing for the creation of new value through collaboration with startups. This event aims to provide a venue for encounters and dialogue that will serve as the first step in such co-creation. Event Overview Event Name Monozukuri Co-Creation ~Manufacturing Industry x Startup Co-Creation Event~ Date and Time July 31, 2026 (Fri) 14:00-16:00 Venue STATION Ai 1F Tech Lounge (Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture) Participation Fee Free Capacity Approximately 30 people Program Proposal pitches by manufacturing sector startups aiming for collaboration with established companies Workshop where presenting startups and established companies will discuss ideas for collaboration and joint development Networking and business card exchange among participants *Content is subject to change without notice. Presenting Startups (Scheduled) Michi Sekkei LLC: A drive assist electric unit that can be retrofitted to manual wheelchairs. *Additional startups are scheduled to be announced. Recommended for: Individuals in charge of new bus