I-Pro Co Ltd has signed an agreement with Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. to take over the wholesale and marketing functions for I-Pro products in the Japanese market, which are currently managed by Panasonic Connect. The transition is scheduled to be completed on March 31, 2026, following the necessary regulatory approvals.
Since becoming independent from Panasonic in 2019 through a capital partnership with Polaris Capital Group Co., Ltd., I-Pro has focused on developing and manufacturing advanced security products, while sales in the Japanese market have been conducted through Panasonic Connect.
At the same time, the company also made efforts to develop its own sales channels. By taking over the wholesale and marketing functions for its products from Panasonic Connect, I-Pro aims to strengthen its sales structure in the Japanese market and integrate development, manufacturing, and sales into a unified organisation. It is expected that this integration will enhance responsiveness to market needs, improve operational efficiency, and reinforce competitiveness in the Japanese market. This approach aligns with the regionally integrated management model that I-Pro has been implementing globally since 2019.
As of April 1, 2026, approximately 500 dealers who currently procure I-Pro products via Panasonic Connect will begin conducting business directly with I-Pro. Contracts with end-users purchasing through Panasonic Connect or Electric Works Company (Panasonic Corporation) will remain unchanged.
