Polines Signs MoU with B2B Success Co. Ltd., Strengthens Partnership with Japan
Satria Dwiangga Sihantoro
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SEMARANG – Politeknik Negeri Semarang (Polines) menjajaki kerja sama dengan perusahaan Jepang, B2B Success Co. Ltd., melalui audiensi dan penandatanganan nota kesepahaman (Memorandum of Understanding/MoU) yang digelar di Gedung Direktorat Polines, Senin (19/10/2026).
This activity serves as an initial step in strengthening institutional relations between Polines and the international industrial world, particularly Japan. This cooperation is expected to open opportunities for student competency development, the improvement of vocational education quality, and the expansion of access to global experience and career opportunities.
The Director of Polines, Dr. Garup Lambang Goro, S.T., M.T., stated that collaboration with international partners is an essential part of POLINES' efforts to enhance the quality of its graduates so they can compete in the increasingly competitive job market.
"This cooperation with the Japanese company is expected to open opportunities for POLINES to expand its international network, enhance student competency, and prepare graduates with the skills required by the global industry," he stated.
Meanwhile, the Director of Operations of B2B Success Co. Ltd., Junichi Yoshida, expressed that collaboration with vocational education institutions holds the potential to strengthen the ties between the educational sector and the industry. This cooperation is expected to be the starting point for developing various programs that provide mutual benefits for both parties.
The audience and the signing of the MoU were also attended by the Vice Director for Academic Affairs, Prof. Dr. Ir. Dwiana Hendrawati, S.T., M.T.; the Vice Director for Planning, Finance, and General Affairs, Sahid, S.T., M.T.; and the Vice Director for Student Affairs and Alumni, Dr. Bagus Yunianto Wibowo, S.E., S.Kom., M.M. Also present were all the Heads of Departments within Polines.
The presence of the leadership and the heads of departments demonstrates the institution's support for the development of cross-border cooperation oriented towards improving the quality of vocational education and strengthening relations with the industrial world.