Kyocera has celebrated four decades in Spain with the celebration of an institutional event at its headquarters in Las Rozas (Madrid), where employees, partners, clients and authorities gathered to commemorate a journey marked by constant evolution and commitment to innovation.
The event was attended by the Ambassador of Japan in Spain, Takahiro Nakamae; the Mayor of Las Rozas, José de la Uz; and the President of Kyocera Document Solutions Europe, Takuya Marubayashi. They all agreed to highlight the role of the Spanish subsidiary as a benchmark for sustainability and digital transformation within the group.
Four decades of evolution
During the ceremony, Jose Luis AlonsoCEO of Kyocera Document Solutions Spain, recalled that this anniversary “It is not just a number, but the sum of many personal and professional stories that have allowed the company to evolve successfully in an environment of constant change”.
The manager stressed that Kyocera “It is no longer just a printing company, but a technological innovation company that combines knowledge, experience and values to accompany its clients in their corporate evolution.”.
Founded in Japan in 1959 by Dr. Kazuo Inamori, Kyocera has built an international track record based on business ethics and technological excellence. Currently, the group has more than 77,000 employees throughout the world and a turnover that exceeds 12.5 billion euros.
In this sense, the Spanish subsidiary, integrated into the division Document Solutionshas played a key role in the development of printing solutions, document management and technological services that today are an essential part of the digitalization of many companies.
Technology with values
One of the most repeated concepts during the day was “technology with values”, which summarizes the group’s philosophy: innovate responsibly and contribute to a more sustainable society. Ambassador of JapanTakahiro Nakamae, congratulated Kyocera for its role in strengthening business and cultural relations between both countries, highlighting its example of cooperation and ethical commitment.
For his part, the Mayor of Las RozasJosé de la Uz, highlighted Kyocera’s contribution to the economic and technological fabric of the municipality, as well as its involvement in local initiatives related to education, employment and sustainability. “Kyocera is part of the history of Las Rozas,” he noted, “and it does so by betting on innovation and people.”
Spain, key piece in the European strategy
The closing of the event was carried out by Takuya MarubayashiPresident of Kyocera Document Solutions Europe, who wanted to recognize the work of the Spanish team and the strategic role of the subsidiary within the group. “Spain is not just another market; it is an essential pillar in our ecosystem due to its talent, its innovative spirit and its alignment with the values that define who we are as Kyocera,” he stated. The head of the European division highlighted Kyocera Spain’s ability to stay ahead of trends in the sector: “It has been a pioneer in sustainability and the implementation of digital solutions, and will continue to be a key piece in our evolution towards a global provider of ICT solutions and smart work environments.”.
A wink to the future
As a symbolic closing of the day, attendees participated in the creation of a time capsule which will be sealed in the company’s facilities. Inside, objects representative of the moment – such as a newspaper of the day, yen coins and messages from employees and collaborators – that will serve as a testimony for future generations.
Throughout these 40 years, Kyocera Document Solutions Spain has accompanied thousands of organizations in their digital transformation, offering solutions that combine efficiency, sustainability and security. Recognized by international media as Forbes either The Wall Street Journal Due to its responsible management, the company continues to promote innovation under a clear principle: “Promote efficiency and digital innovation with responsibility.”
