HOYA and Hitachi Announce Long Term Technical Collaboration and Supply Agreement Related to Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems

HOYA Corporation (TSE:7741, "HOYA") and Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501, "Hitachi") today announced a five year contract regarding Endoscopic Ultrasound Systems [EUS] by which, i) the parties will strengthen technical collaboration, and ii) Hitachi will continue supplying diagnostic ultrasound systems and ultrasound sensor related parts used in EUS.