Shibuya Corporation
Notice: U.S. Patent Litigation Ruling Regarding Shibuya Corporation’s Aseptic Filling System Products
In the U.S. patent litigation with Steuben Foods, a first-instance judgment found infringement for the claims asserted against Shibuya Corporation, and awarded damages and pre-judgment interest. The company is considering responses including appeal, and is examining the impact on consolidated results for the fiscal year ending June 2027. The company states that sales and use of its aseptic filling systems are not affected.
Key Figures
- Damages awarded: 38.3 million USD
- Pre-judgment interest: 10.3 million USD
- Timing of impact: Consolidated forecast for the fiscal year ending June 2027 is TBD
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Summary of the Judgment
Shibuya Corporation received a first-instance judgment in the U.S. patent infringement lawsuit brought against Steuben Foods, Inc., in which infringement was found for claims 19 and 22 of U.S. Patent No. 6,536,188 and claim 26 of U.S. Patent No. 6,209,591 held by Steuben. Accordingly, damages of 38.3 million USD and pre-judgment interest of 10.3 million USD were awarded. The company will consider legal measures including appeal. The patents found to be infringed have already expired, and the company explains that the sales, use and maintenance of its aseptic filling systems are not affected.
Future Impact and Response
The impact on consolidated results for the fiscal year ending June 2027 is currently being examined and will be disclosed promptly once determined. Exchange rate information has been provided, but specific financial impact figures are currently unknown. The company will continue to consider legal measures and will update its impact assessment as outcomes become clear.
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