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TOKYO, March 4 (Reuters) - Japan"s NEC Corpsaid on Wednesday it would close a liquid crystal display plant in southern Japan in December, as the company faces a $3 billion annual loss amid a global glut in the LCD sector.

The factory, owned by NEC unit NEC LCD Technologies Ltd, employs 370 workers and has a monthly production capacity of 86,000 industrial-use LCD panels, mainly small to mid-size panels for products such as point-of-sale terminals and mobile devices.

NEC LCD Technologies said it will integrate production into another plant in Akita, northern Japan, and plans to halve its work force to 600 by March 2010 through voluntary retirement.

NEC said in January it was looking for ways to get out of the industrial LCD display-related business and cut its group-wide work force by 20,000 people by March 2010.

NEC shares gained 3.6 percent to 231 yen by 0521 GMT, against a 0.9 percent rise in the benchmark Nikkei average. ($1=98.44 Yen) (Reporting by Taiga Uranaka and Sachi Izumi; Editing by Michael Watson)

Tokyo, February 25, 2011 - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701), NEC LCD Technologies, Ltd. (NEC LCD Technologies) , AVIC International Holding Corporation and TIANMA MICROELECTRONICS Co., Ltd. (Tianma) announced today a capital alliance agreement in order to strengthen the small and midsized liquid crystal panel business.

In July 2011, NEC LCD Technologies will become a joint venture company with the AVIC International Group, who will entrust the management of its liquid crystal panel business to Tianma and take control of 70% of NEC Corporation"s shares in NEC LCD Technologies (*). NEC LCD Technologies will continue to be a Japan based liquid crystal enterprise that is focused on small and midsized industrial use liquid crystal panel business. This alliance enables NEC LCD Technologies to combine its world-class technology strength with Tianma"s advanced production capacity as part of becoming a leading global company that quickly provides worldwide markets with high quality, competitively priced small and midsize panels for industrial use.

In recent years, the small and midsize industrial use liquid crystal panel market has been expanding for a variety of applications such as broadcasting systems, medical purpose diagnostic monitors, factory computers and outdoor data terminals. In terms of the Chinese market, the preparation of information and communication technologies (ICT) has elevated the demands for industrial use liquid crystal panels.

NEC LCD Technologies will continue doing business with its approximately 2,000 corporate customers throughout the world, as well as operating its Akita factory that produces a diverse range of liquid crystal products for industrial use. Higher volume and larger size products which are not suitable to Akita factory will be manufactured on Tianma"s production lines, where NEC LCD Technologies" advanced technologies and high quality lineup of products can be produced and delivered on a greater scale. Furthermore, NEC LCD Technologies and Tianma aim to cooperate across a range of business practices, including the procurement of material, in order to strengthen overall cost performance.

Tianma boasts approximately 30 years of experience in the liquid crystal display field as China"s first company to develop and produce liquid crystal products. The company already has 4 state-of-the-art small and midsize liquid crystal display production lines in China (see company overview below) Tianma aims to become a leading global small and midsize liquid crystal panel company by leveraging its exceptional low-cost production strength with NEC LCD Technologies" high quality, highly reliable production and design strength as part of satisfying customer needs in China and throughout the world.

Looking forward, the NEC Group, Tianma and the AVIC International Group will seek to capitalize on this new alliance in order to strengthen business ties between each company and to explore links amongst different fields.

Shenzhen AVIC Optoelectronic Co., Ltd., a company co-founded by Tianma"s parent company, the AVIC International Holding Corporation and AVIC International Shenzhen Co., Ltd., will acquire 70% of the shares that NEC Corporation holds in NEC LCD Technologies and establish a joint venture. The management of AVIC International Holding Corporation"s liquid crystal business including Shenzhen AVIC Optoelectronic Co., Ltd. will be entrusted to Tianma.

NEC Corp, Japan’s largest maker of personal computers, said it will close its liquid-crystal-­display (LCD) factory in southern Japan to bolster efficiency.

The factory in Kagoshima Prefecture, which employs 370 workers to make mid-size screens for medical and industrial displays, will close by Dec. 31, the Tokyo-based company said Wednesday. Output will be moved to NEC’s more advanced plant in Akita Prefecture in northern Japan, it said.

NEC said it will cut the workforce in the unit, NEC LCD Technologies Ltd, by 50 percent to 600 employees by March next year, as part of a plan to eliminate more than 20,000 employees in the period. The company in January forecast its biggest loss in seven years as the worsening recession damps demand for displays, mobile phones and semiconductors.

Current monthly production capacity at the two plants is 218,000 panels measuring 14 inches, the statement said. That level will be maintained after the consolidation in Akita, Joseph Jasper, an NEC spokesman, said yesterday by telephone.

The overall net loss will total ¥290 billion (US$2.94 billion) in the 12 months ending March 31, compared with a ¥22.7 billion profit a year earlier, NEC said in January. Sales will fall 9 percent to ¥4.2 trillion.

Sharp NEC Display Solutions incorporates both Sharp and NEC brands of display products. Including desktop, 4K and 8K UHD large format, video wall, dvLED, collaboration and interactive products, Sharp/NEC offers the widest portfolio of displays available. Understanding that every market and environment has unique requirements, Sharp/NEC prides itself on being your partner, delivering customized solutions to match your needs.

Tianma America, Inc.(TMA) A leading provider of small to medium size display solutions to the Americas, utilizing cutting edge technologies from Tianma Microelectronics and Tianma Japan, Ltd. (TMJ), coupled with state-of-the-art manufacturing resources of the Tianma Group, TMA offers a comprehensive range of Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) products and associated technologies. Products include passive character and monochrome, a-Si and LTPS-TFT LCD, as well as AMOLED products with standard product sizes ranging from 1-inch to 21.3-inch and resolutions from QVGA to QSXGA for standard 4:3 aspect and from WQVGA to HD for wide aspect.

In 2014, Tianma’s shipments of small and medium size modules，a-Si display products for smart phones ranked first among the global panel factories. Our market share for high-end medical devices and HMI products also ranked first worldwide. Many customers have chosen to release their new products globally equipped with Tianma display products. Tianma is committed to continuous innovation, better customer service and supports different requirements for applications in the field.

Tianma has a clear technological and production advantage in the small and medium size display market where it has enjoyed a strong market presence over the years. Tianma has established a National R&D Laboratory on TFT - LCD Key Material and Technology, a National Enterprise Technology Center, and a post-doctoral workstation to enhance the knowledge and technical expertise of our employees. We also undertake multiple major national projects from the National Development and Reform Commission, Ministry of Science and Technology, and Ministry of Industry.

We have a comprehensive production line combination including G4.5/G5 a-Si TFT – LCD, G5.5 LTPS TFT - LCD and G5.5 AM-OLED, plus two G6 LTPS TFT-LCD lines, enabling Tianma to achieve the highest possible level of product quality and supply capability. Tianma was the first to start mass production from a G5.5 LTPS production line in China.

We have established manufacturing facilities in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Chengdu, Wuhan, and Xiamen, China as well as in Akita, Japan. In addition, a global sales and technical support network has been put in place that includes offices in the United States, Germany, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, etc. to ensure seamless global support to our customers.

As the epicenter of the magnitude 9.0 earthquake that struck off the coast of Japan on March 11, 2011 was located close to the northeastern prefecture of Miyagi, the local area has suffered catastrophic damage. But Miyagi is located some distance from the areas where Japan"s panel industry is concentrated. As Japan"s TFT LCD factories and component plants are mostly located in central and southern Japan, Digitimes Research believes the recent earthquake is not predicted to have a major impact on the majority of key panel component suppliers in Japan.

Factories located in areas where the magnitude of the earthquake was relatively high (5-lower or above, according to the JMA seismic intensity scale used in Japan) include the Asahi Glass (AGC) plant in Yonezawa; Hitachi and IPS Alpha"s plants in Mobara, Chiba (3.8G, 4.5G and 6G); NEC"s 3G plant in Akita; DNP and Toppan"s old color filter (CF) production lines; Fujifilm"s LCD optical film plant; and the former CF factory of Andes, which was subsequently reorganized under Japan"s Civil Rehabilitation Law to become a glass touch sensor plant.

The more seriously affected TFT LCD panel factories include Hitachi and IPS Alpha"s plants in Mobara, Chiba and NEC"s 3G plant in Akita. But these facilities all essentially consist of older production lines. While Hitachi remains one of the main global suppliers, the majority of the other panel production lines have already been demoted to second or third tier plants. The earthquake is therefore not anticipated to have a major impact on global panel supplies.

It is worth noting that the earthquake may have a more serious impact on DNP"s CF factory located in Kazo, Saitama Prefecture, where the earthquake"s seismic intensity was rated at 5-lower. Toppan"s CF factory in Niiza, Saitama Prefecture was also hit with a seismic intensity of 5-lower. Fujifilm"s polarizer TAC film plant in Minamiashigara, Kanagawa Prefecture is located in an area hit with a seismic intensity of 5-lower, and may also be more seriously affected.Earthquake impact on Japan"s LCD component industry

TOKYO: Electronics giant NEC Corp said on Wednesday that it was closing a liquid crystal display plant and cutting 590 workers by voluntary retirement to cut costs.

NEC LCD Technologies, a NEC subsidiary, said it was responding to plunging demand for LCD products caused by the global slowdown. The strong yen also made cost cuts necessary, it said.

The subsidiary"s Kagoshima plant in southwestern Japan will close at the end of December 2009, and production will be moved to the Akita plant, northern Japan. Staffing will be reduced from 1,190 to about 600 by the end of March 2010, mainly through a voluntary retirement program, it said in a release.

``Our worldwide business strategy remains unchanged, and with the current restructuring we expect to further strengthen our competitive position in the market,"" said Toshihiko Ueno, president of NEC LCD Technologies.

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Technological advancements in OLED display technologies for airplanes, cars, hotel rooms, and others are driving revenue growth of the market. On 02 January 2020, LG announced flexible and transparent 55-inch OLED displays designed to be installed on walls of airplanes to create a sense of openness and freedom in small cabins. These displays will show clouds, sky, and other peaceful things that will elevate passengers’ flight experience while traveling. Passengers can also turn off transparency if they want privacy. In addition, , according to US-based DPI Labs, a producer of airline cabin technology introduced 4K OLED screens for business and VVIP airplane cabins . In fact, in January 2021, the company successfully installed 55-inch and 65-inch OLED screens on VVIP Boeing 767. This installation includes a complete cabin management system consisting of passenger and cabin crew control panels, audio/video distribution, cabin control modules, and multi-colored LED cabin lighting.

Rising demand for OLED displays in the automotive sector is driving revenue growth in the market. Transparent OLED panels are also ideal for use in long-distance traveling by buses, trains, and other public transportation as they are surrounded by windows that can serve as displays showing information about routes, tourist attractions, weather, news, advertisements, and any others. Polymer Organic Light-Emitting Diode (P-OLED) technology replaces glass with polymers or plastic substrates and offers superior image quality and clarity in vehicles. In addition, Augmented Reality (AR) can be used on windshield displays, which offers more vivid and convenient information to drivers and also helps to decrease road accidents. Moreover, rising demand for autonomous and Electric Vehicles (EVs) is also increasing demand for Head-Up Displays (HUDs). Autonomous cars are built to communicate with other road users through exterior displays. Smart transparent display increases visualization and shows information such as vehicle’s driving mode, speed limit, visual detection of other vehicles and nearby pedestrians, and navigation instructions, which helps to increase road safety.

Based on technology, the global transparent display market is segmented into OLED, LCD, and others. The OLED segment is expected to register a rapid revenue CAGR owing to various benefits and being more transparent than conventional LCD technology. Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) does not need a backlight source to reflect and create an image. Transparent OLED screens are self-emissive as they are made up of pixels. and panel allows light to travel through in both directions, which makes it transparent even after being turned off. OLEDs also have advantage of being 40% more transparent as compared to traditional LCDs, which can only reach up to 10% transparency. Manufacturers are using this advantage to replace LCD products with OLEDs. For example, LG launched "OLED Shelf," made with two transparent OLED screens, which smoothly integrates into any living room decorating and adds a touch of elegance by hanging off from shelf on the wall and is also best for displaying TV shows or gallery paintings.

Based on product, the global transparent display market is segmented into smart appliances, Head-Up Displays (HUDs), digital signage, and others. The smart appliance segment is expected to register a rapid growth rate during the forecast period due to rising demand for high-quality LEDs and laptops for gaming. Demand for gaming displays are surging since the onset of pandemic driving revenue growth in this segment. For example, LG is all set to launch its highly-touted 48-inch and 42-inch gaming OLED displays to the market by end of 2022. LG gaming range OLEDs have already received high praise from gaming community and are faster than conventional LCD counterparts.

Based on end-use, the global transparent display market is segmented into transportation & logistics, media & entertainment, automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and others. The media & entertainment segment accounted for largest revenue share in 2021 owing to high demand for OLED screens for better visualization. Transparent display technology provides angle-free and stunning Full High Definition (FHD) pictures, which is perfect for futuristic or hi-tech environments and creates incredible effects for media productions. Transparent OLED technology offers a visual effect with its impactful display solutions that is not attainable with other technologies, making it perfect for digital signage and prop/visual effects. Majority of companies now prefer to use transparent display panels for branding or advertising. As these screens provide a strong visual impact on audience by playing dynamic graphics or even 3D images continuously, leaving them with a lasting visual impact on the brand.

The North America market accounted for second-largest revenue share in 2021 owing to rising demand for cutting-edge corporate display solutions in public and private sectors to create next-generation working experiences. For example, at InfoComm 2022, Planar, a pioneer in visualization technology announced to showcase a number of cutting-edge video wall LED display systems. This system offers unmatched viewing experiences with its seamless, wide-view LED video wall displays, which are perfect for video conferencing, Unified Communications (UC), and hybrid meeting spaces. Rising demand for OLED transparent display screens in the media & entertainment industry is also contributing to revenue growth of the market in this region. Trains and bus companies in the U.S., Canada, and other countries in the region are also developing advanced technologies to use transparent OLED panels in subways, metros, and tourist buses to enhance safety and experience.

The Asia Pacific market accounted for largest revenue share in 2021 owing to advancements in transparent display technologies such as moveable screens and room dividers and presence of major companies such as LG Electronics, and others in the region. Moreover, Chinese cities such as Beijing and Shenzhen use transparent High Definition (HD) displays in subways and underground trains. Japanese East Japan Railway Company uses transparent displays on tourist trains routed between Akita and Aomori, which is also contributing to revenue growth of the market in this region. Mergers, collaboration, and partnerships are also driving revenue growth in the region. For example, on 09 December 2020, JOLED, which is a Japan-based company partnered with Germany-based AERQ to integrate medium-sized OLED displays in aircraft cabins.

The Europe market is expected to register a steady growth rate over the forecast period. Countries in Europe are more developed in terms of technology and infrastructure, which is creating major revenue opportunities for providers offering latest transparent display solutions. For example, UK-based tech firm Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) is working on a new concept, an airplane with flexible screens and invisible walls, windows, and panels to display 360-degree images of the outside. These invisible walls will be covered with ultra-thin, lightweight, and malleable screens made from flexible OLED technology and will broadcast streaming high-quality footage of outside scenes of the plane. Removing windows entirely would significantly reduce weight of aircraft and will also reduce its fuel consumption and carbon footprint.

On 03 January 2022, LG Display, a leading innovator of display technologies showcased its latest innovations at Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2022. OLED shelf, smart window, shopping managing showcase, and show window are some of the display concepts used by LG and it is made by using 55-inch Full-HD transparent OLED panels that provide 40% transparency. LG transparent high-end OLED technologies provide commercial, home, and office spaces with an innovative and new consumer experience.

Apple Inc., Copyright Crystal Display Systems Ltd., LG Electronics, Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Verizon, AT&T Intellectual Property, Sierra Wireless, Universal Display, Sharp NEC Display Solutions, Ltd., Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd., and ATrack Technology Inc.

RM2B3KJ5N–Birmingham NEC, UK. Dogs and their owners descend on the NEC Crufts 2020 show for Day One - Utility and Toy categories. A big dog makes friends with a rather nervous little dog. Credit: Peter Lopeman/Alamy Live News

RM2B3KJ58–Birmingham NEC, UK. Dogs and their owners descend on the NEC Crufts 2020 show for Day One - Utility and Toy categories. A big dog makes friends with a rather nervous little dog. Credit: Peter Lopeman/Alamy Live News

RM2B3K2B0–Birmingham, UK. 5th March, 2020. Birmingham NEC, UK. Dogs and their owners descend on the NEC Crufts 2020 show for Day One - Utility and Toy categories. Credit: Peter Lopeman/Alamy Live News

RM2B3K2AC–Birmingham, UK. 5th March, 2020. Birmingham NEC, UK. Dogs and their owners descend on the NEC Crufts 2020 show for Day One - Utility and Toy categories. Credit: Peter Lopeman/Alamy Live News

RM2B3K2AM–Birmingham, UK. 5th March, 2020. Birmingham NEC, UK. Dogs and their owners descend on the NEC Crufts 2020 show for Day One - Utility and Toy categories. Credit: Peter Lopeman/Alamy Live News

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