Konica Minolta, the recently merged entity formed by Konica and Minolta, has officially opened its Sydney regional headquarters at the former Konica offices in North Ryde. Konica Minolta has only five regional headquarters – Japan, The US, Europe, China and Australia – and the company believes the opening in Sydney reinforces the role the Australian operation plays in the overall development of the global imaging giant.
The event coincided with the company being recognised by the Federal Government for its contribution to a range of developments, including strategic investment in the Asia-Pacific Regional Support Centre, computer-based training materials, remote diagnostic modem technology designed for export to Konica Minolta’s global community, and technical training
The presentation was made by the Federal Minister for Communications, Information Technology & The Arts, The Hon Daryl Williams, who also used the opportunity to officially open the Asia-Pacific Regional Headquarters.
Williams says, "Konica Minolta adds its name to the distinguished list of multinational companies that have set up base here in Australia. Multinationals like Konica Minolta are critical to the IT sector in Australia, and are helping companies across the country to improve their business and output, and create some six out of every ten jobs locally.
"Konica Minolta is the kind of company that Australia needs to attract. Today with the opening of this centre, Konica Minolta sets a great example to other companies looking to set up base on our shores."
Norihiko Oba, Konica Minolta managing director, says, "This is the first major step for Konica Minolta Asia Pacific since the merger last year in becoming a key part of the worldwide Konica Minolta Group.
"We have made a significant commitment of $6m into this facility to serve our customers, train our staff and provide support for the region. While we have already made this contribution, we look forward to furthering this commitment in the years ahead."
