The EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation is currently accepting applications to the call for…
Discover the core principles of Lean Thinking, Total Quality Management (TQM), and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) on an exclusive tour of Japan's top factories. This opportunity is perfect for EU decision-makers with an engineering background. If selected as one of our 25 participants, you will have the chance to engage with industry experts, observe best practices in action, and network with peers in your field. Apply today!
Date: 16-20 February 2026
Application deadline: 13 November 2025
Application here
Testimonial:
“Attending the EU-Japan Centre’s WCM Mission was a transformative experience that provided deep insights into lean manufacturing and operational excellence. Witnessing world-class factories in Japan highlighted the importance of standardisation, waste elimination, and continuous improvement. One key takeaway was the strategic integration of automation with human expertise to enhance both efficiency and quality. At Bdintex, we plan to implement structured Kaizen activities and refine our production timing processes to improve workflow and reduce inefficiencies. The hands-on approach of the program provided practical tools that we can immediately apply in our factory. I highly recommend this experience to future participants."
Mihail Milchev, Technical Director at Bdintex EOOD, Bulgaria - Participant in WCM 2025
Published: October 2025
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