[Robodex] Joint Development of New Hydrogen Drone with TEPCO HD, Nissin Manufacturing Group Develops Dedicated Domestic Fuel Cell

Robodex Co., Ltd. will participate in "Japan Drone 2026," one of Japan's largest professional drone exhibitions, held at Makuhari Messe from Wednesday, June 3, to Friday, June 5, 2026.

At our booth, we will introduce the latest version of the "Hydrogen Drone," currently under joint development with Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc. (TEPCO HD), and the newly developed "Domestic Hydrogen Fuel Cell" for drones by the Nissin Manufacturing Group, along with prototypes.

We will also host a variety of content over the three days, including talk shows featuring leading guests in the field of hydrogen energy and science shows for those encountering hydrogen technology for the first time.

Event Overview

Event Name: Japan Drone 2026

Dates: Wednesday, June 3 to Friday, June 5, 2026

Venue: Makuhari Messe

Booth: AP-3 (Robodex Co., Ltd.)

Event Highlights

New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Drone (Joint development with TEPCO HD)

The new hydrogen fuel cell drone currently being developed with TEPCO HD. A prototype will be on display at the booth.

Drone-Dedicated Domestic Fuel Cell (Developed by Nissin Manufacturing Group)

A hydrogen fuel cell designed specifically for drones, newly developed by the Nissin Manufacturing Group based on its manufacturing expertise as a long-standing automotive parts manufacturer. This new product is a highly anticipated component at the heart of hydrogen drones, representing the culmination of Japanese technology.

Talk Shows (11:00 AM - 11:20 AM each day)

We will discuss the future of hydrogen drones and a hydrogen society with guests at the forefront of their respective fields.

*On Wednesday, June 3, the event will be changed to start at 2:00 PM due to the impact of a typhoon.

[Moderator] Mr. Daisuke Kono, Editor-in-Chief of "Drone Journal" (Impress Corp.)

[Talk Show Speakers] Dr. Akihiro Iiyama, Specially Appointed Professor and Center Director, Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Nanomaterials Research Center, University of Yamanashi Mr. Akira Nishikori, President and CEO, Nissin Manufacturing Group Mr. Ryuta Ueda, Section Chief, Next-Generation Industry Division, Department of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Fukushima Prefecture Mr. Naofumi Miwa, Section Chief, Development Sales Department, Development Headquarters, Higashi Nihon Iwatani Gas Co., Ltd. Mr. Takayuki Yoshikawa, Technical Planning Office, Technology Strategy Unit, TEPCO HD

Science Shows (3 times each day)

The popular science entertainer "Tobi-chan," known for YouTube and events, will host science shows at our booth throughout the three days.

Photo Session (June 3, 2:20 PM - 2:30 PM)

A photo session is scheduled to take place inside our booth.

About Robodex Co., Ltd.

We are the only company in Japan that handles the development, manufacturing, and sales of hydrogen drones, holding special certification from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. We expand the scope of industries through long-duration flight capabilities.