VISIONS Magazine (October 2025 Edition)
Dear VISIONS readers,
This issue of VISIONS Magazine highlights how SC Americas continues to grow its businesses and leverage innovation through new investments, partnerships, and purpose.
From expanding satellite-based intelligence and redefining water purification to transforming logistics operations and spotlighting inspiring voices within our company, these stories reflect how SC Americas builds a future where business and responsibility go hand in hand.
Thank you for reading,
The VISIONS Editorial Team
SC Americas Invests in Ursa Space: Expanding Next-Generation Geospatial Intelligence
In a bold move toward data-driven innovation, SC Americas has invested in Ursa Space Systems, a U.S. company redefining how organizations access and apply satellite imagery.
Ursa’s AI-powered platform fuses data from more than 200 satellites to deliver near-instant insights across industries—from energy and insurance to urban development. This partnership positions SCOA to bridge advanced technology from the U.S. to Asia, deepening its presence in emerging tech markets while supporting customers worldwide with faster, clearer intelligence.
👉Read how satellite analytics is reshaping global decision-making here
A Breakthrough from Rice Husks: Sumitomo and Sony Bring Triporous to WEFTEC
At North America’s largest water innovation conference, WEFTEC, SCOA and Sony showcased Triporous—a sustainable carbon material made from rice husks with proven ability to remove PFAS contaminants from water and soil.
Led by Michiko Kukihara of SCOA’s Denver Office, the Green Chemicals Team met with more than 100 U.S. companies, reinforcing SC Group’s commitment to circular economy innovation. By turning agricultural waste into a carbon-negative purification solution, SCOA and Sony are leading the way toward cleaner water, lower emissions, and more responsible business practices.
👉Discover how Triporous transforms sustainability into opportunity here
Logistics That See the Future: SCOA Deploys Vision AI
Sumitomo Corporation of Americas’ Logistics Group is driving warehouse transformation with Vision AI—a next-generation system that enables real-time visibility, predictive analytics, and enhanced safety.
Satoshi “Sean” Bansho, Senior Vice President of SCOA Logistics Group, explains this technology, which uses existing security cameras to capture operational data without manual scanning, reducing errors and costs while improving performance. Vision AI turns reactive management into proactive intelligence, aligning with SCOA’s commitment to smarter, safer, and more sustainable logistics operations.
👉 Learn how AI is redefining the future of logistics here
SUMICAST Episode: Bill Cannon, Senior Vice President & Head of Strategic Initiatives
In this new episode of SUMICAST, host Stephen Pitalo interviews Bill Cannon about his journey from New Jersey to leading strategic growth initiatives at SCOA.
Bill shares insights on his career path, his work with renewable natural gas and decarbonization projects, and how SCOA’s network of relationships drives new opportunities across the Americas.
Click here to be taken to the SUMICAST episode at our YouTube channel.
