VISIONS Magazine (July 2026 Edition)
Dear VISIONS readers,
This issue highlights how Sumitomo Corporation of Americas (SCOA) and our Group Companies continue to strengthen industries through operational excellence, strategic investment, resilient infrastructure, and community engagement. From helping mining customers optimize entire operations and extending the lifecycle of enterprise technology to supporting airport transit systems and serving local communities across the Americas, these stories demonstrate how long-term partnerships and practical innovation create lasting value. We also welcome a new SUMICAST episode featuring Senior Corporate Counsel Cindy Dinh, who shares her perspective on legal partnership, leadership, and giving back.
Thank you for reading,
The VISIONS Editorial Team
SMS Equipment Supports Next Generation of Mining Operations with the Komatsu PC9000-12
As mining companies pursue smarter, more connected operations, SMS Equipment is helping customers optimize productivity through the launch of the Komatsu PC9000-12, the largest hydraulic mining excavator in Komatsu’s portfolio. Built around long-term operational performance, the machine reflects a broader shift toward integrated mining systems, automation, and data-driven decision making. Read the full story here
Investing in the Afterlife of IT
Sumitomo Corporation Group’s investment in GreenTek Solutions expands its presence in the growing U.S. IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) market, helping organizations securely extend the lifecycle of enterprise technology through refurbishment, resale, recycling, and responsible data management. The partnership combines sustainability, cybersecurity, and circular economy principles to create long-term value from retiring technology. Read the full story here
Keeping the Airport Moving
SCOA joined Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Crystal Mover Services at the International Conference on Automated People Movers and Automated Transit Systems in Detroit, sharing operational experience gained from supporting airport transit systems across the United States. Together, the partners continue advancing reliable, long-term transportation infrastructure that keeps millions of travelers moving every year. Read the full story here
Month of Impact Reaches Across the Americas
Across 12 offices in five countries, SC Americas employees participated in the 2026 Month of Impact, supporting environmental stewardship through local volunteer projects ranging from habitat restoration and river cleanups to conservation research and textile reuse. Together, these efforts demonstrate how local action can contribute to a broader culture of sustainability across the region. Read the full story here
SUMICAST: Cindy Dinh on Law, Leadership and Community
In this episode of SUMICAST, host Stephen Pitalo speaks with Cindy Dinh, Senior Corporate Counsel at Sumitomo Corporation of Americas. Cindy reflects on her path into law, her role as a business partner supporting SCOA’s operations, and why mentorship, volunteerism, and civic engagement remain central to her approach to leadership. Watch or listen to the episode here
