Apple is building in Japan complex research and development work (R&D). The building appears Yokohama – the largest port city, the administrative center of the Prefecture of Kanagawa and will act as the centre for research in the field of materials, transport and health.” This writes the Japanese newspaper Nikkei Electronics with reference to informed sources in the industry.
It is noted that “fruit” Empire plans to be implemented in Japan the most advanced research and development. The project was launched with the support of the government, which aims to develop the supply chain and give rise to new technological innovation on the background of stagnation of the local electronic industry.
In Apple on this occasion, gave the following comment: “We are pleased to expand our activities in Japan through the formation of a new technical development center in Yokohama which will create many jobs.”
The four-storey building will occupy an area of 270,000 square feet (25,000 m2). It will be the largest in Asia research center of the American Corporation. It will be fully provided from renewable energy sources, and the roof of the building partially cover plants. “Green” roof will have an insulating effect, helping to reduce the amount of energy needed for heating in winter and cooling in summer.
Other details about the new project Apple has not yet reported. It is assumed that the specialists of the research center in Yokohama will be engaged in promising technologies in the field of electronics and will be involved in the project of electric car Apple.
Experts note that the establishment of large R&D center in Japan can be explained by including the weakening of the yen against the U.S. dollar. Due to this, Apple can significantly reduce the cost of research.
