PIMT Launches Service for Mobile Unmanned Sales Robot "PIMT-0"

PIMT Inc. (Headquarters: Sumida-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Masaru Kaifusa) is pleased to announce the launch of its mobile unmanned sales robot service, "PIMT-0 (Pimto)." The company was independently founded in January 2026 after business validation within Panasonic Holdings Corporation. Panasonic Holdings Corporation has no capital participation in PIMT Inc. The initial practical operation commenced on April 6th at Narita International Airport, where sales locations will be changed according to passenger flow variations driven by flight schedules, contributing to the airport's appeal and profitability. The continuous practical operation of this remotely operated, small-vehicle unmanned sales robot, equipped with a unified sales, promotion, and management app, is a rare initiative in Japan.

Implementation of a Next-Generation Sales Solution Condensing Expertise

Leveraging the knowledge gained from pre-founding demonstration experiments, PIMT Inc. has launched practical operations at Narita International Airport, Japan's leading gateway to the skies. By utilizing a dedicated application that supports efficient "sales, promotion, and management" in a one-stop manner, coupled with "purchase experience design" meticulously calculated based on on-site purchasing behavior, we have built advanced operations that enable stable commercial use in various locations. The practical operations at Narita International Airport will be handled by Mashup Inc. and the Narita International Airport Promotion Foundation.

Sales Start Date & Time

April 6, 2026, 10:00 AM 〜

Sales Format

365 days a year

Sales Location

Narita International Airport, Terminal 1, Post-Security (International Flights) Area

"Moving Storefronts" Adapting to Passenger Flow Volatility Enhance Purchase Experience and Profitability

Passenger dwell times near boarding gates change moment by moment due to flight schedules. PIMT-0 can change its sales location to the optimal spot according to the current passenger flow, thereby reducing the burden on travelers who have to move around the large airport. It also entertains passengers by offering unique purchasing experiences and new photo spots. This is a solution not only for airports but also for operators of commercial and leisure facilities, capable of turning areas where establishing a physical store was previously difficult, due to unstable revenue from fluctuating passenger flow, into reliable revenue streams.

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