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James Fisher & Sons plc, a pioneering provider of specialist services to the energy, marine and defence industries, launches a new legal entity in Japan, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Japan and its footprint in North East Asia.

The move furthers James Fisher’s intention to bring its integrated offering and innovative, sustainable solutions to the country’s energy transition, maritime security and defence needs.

Japan’s industrial ambitions

Fisher can use both its regional and global expertise to support Japan’s industrial ambitions

The Group already has a partnership covering the offshore wind service industry, including a Joint Collaboration Agreement with Tokyo Gas Engineering Solutions (TGES).

With more than 200 employees across 12 locations in APAC, and operations in over 25 countries worldwide, James Fisher can use both its regional and global expertise to support Japan’s industrial ambitions more rapidly and efficiently.

Demand for advanced maritime technology

Jean Vernet, CEO at James Fisher and Sons plc said: "Japan’s ambitious modernisation plans are driving demand for advanced maritime technology, defence capabilities and renewable energy solutions."

"With a target of 10 GW of offshore wind by 2030, a significant increase in defence spending to 2% of GDP by 2027, and around 99% of its foreign trade moving by sea, it is making substantial investments across these critical areas."

Long-term commitment to the Japanese market

James Fisher’s expertise gives us a unique opportunity to support Japan’s evolving needs."

"Our long-term commitment to the Japanese market will grow in parallel with the country’s goals, ensuring we continue to contribute to its national strategy, while bringing a global perspective to complex challenges."

Innovative solutions to cleaner energy production

James Fisher is dedicated to pioneering safe, trusted solutions for complex customer challenges. 

Through its core market sectors, it provides innovative solutions to enhance the global shift towards cleaner energy production, protect lives and assets in the most demanding environments, and leads the way in targeted coastal maritime shipping and global oil and natural gas ship-to ship transfer. James Fisher will be exhibiting at Japan Wind Expo 2025, 19th – 21st February.

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