February 2024
Title: Sekido, DJI’s Authorized Drone Retailer, to Host Free Demonstration Seminars for Latest Logistics Drone “DJI FLYCART30” across Kinki, Chugoku, and Shikoku Regions from February 26 to March 7
Sekido, the authorized DJI drone distributor based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced that they will be organizing free demonstration seminars for the latest logistics drone, “DJI FLYCART30,” at 9 locations in the Kinki, Chugoku, and Shikoku regions from February 26th to March 7th. During this event, attendees will have the opportunity to experience firsthand the capabilities […]
Title: Toyota Industries Discloses Inspection by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Following Engine Certification Violations
On the 22nd, Toyota Industries Corporation announced that they underwent an on-site inspection by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on January 29 due to violations in domestic engine certification. As a result of the inspection, procedures for canceling the type approval of three industrial vehicle engine models have been initiated, and efforts […]
Title: HAI ROBOTICS, a Chinese Logistics System Development Company, Collaborates with Skechers USA to Implement Automated Shelf Transport System (GTP) at New Logistics Center in Tokyo, Japan
On the 20th, the U.S. subsidiary of HAI ROBOTICS, a logistics system development company based in China, announced that Sketchers USA, an apparel maker, will be establishing a new logistics center in Tokyo, Minato-ku, Japan. This move will involve the implementation of HAI’s Goods-to-Person (GTP) automated shelving system at the new facility.
Title: Mitsubishi Estate to Host Open House for Multi-Tenant Logistics Facility “LogiCross Zama Komatsubara” in Kanagawa, Japan
Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. will be hosting a viewing event for the multi-tenant logistics facility “LogiCross Zama Komatsubara” located in Zama City, Kanagawa Prefecture on February 29th and March 1st. The event will take place on-site, offering a closer look at a quarter section (D section) spanning approximately 8,000 square meters across the 1st to […]
Title: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Unveils New Model of Canter Light Truck, Featuring Revamped Interior Design and Improved Features
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation, based in Nakahara-ku, Kawasaki, announced on the 21st the release of a new model of their small truck “Canter.” Sales will commence gradually from February onwards at nationwide sales companies and regional sales divisions. The new Canter model features a revamped interior design for the first time in 14 […]
Title: Maersk Opens State-of-the-Art Integrated Cold Storage Facility in Ruakura District, Hamilton, New Zealand
On the 21st, the shipping giant AP Moller Maersk (Denmark) announced the opening of an state-of-the-art integrated cold storage facility in the Ruakura area of Hamilton, New Zealand (NZL). This development, valued at 140 to 150 million NZD, represents the largest infrastructure investment in the country.
Title: Pioneer’s Smartphone-Exclusive Car Navigation App “COCCHi” Surpasses 200,000 Downloads
On the 21st, Pioneer, based in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, announced that their smartphone-exclusive car navigation app, “COCCHi,” has surpassed 200,000 total downloads. This app utilizes Pioneer’s advanced routing technology and driving history data to provide users with accurate and efficient navigation services.
Title: Mitsui E&S to Utilize Methanol-Fueled Dual-Fuel Engines on Container Ship Constructed by Japan Marine United, Advancing Sustainable Shipping
On the 21st, Mitsui E&S, based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, announced that it has been decided to adopt four methanol-fueled dual-fuel engines for a container ship to be built by Japan Marine United (JMU) in Nishi-ku, Yokohama. The company’s engines will be incorporated into the vessel at a domestic shipyard.
Title: Japan Industrial Vehicle Association (JIVA) Reports 18.9% Decrease in Forklift Production in January, Highlighting Decline in Battery-Powered Units
According to the forklift statistics released by the Japan Industrial Vehicle Association (JIVA) on the 22nd, the total production volume in January decreased by 18.9% compared to the same month of the previous year, amounting to 6,787 units. Among them, battery-powered forklifts decreased by 13.7% to 4,149 units, while engine-powered forklifts, including gasoline and diesel […]
Title: System Five Partners with Nationwide Drone Retailers to Showcase and Demonstrate DJI FlyCart 30 for Logistic Drone Applications in Japan
On the 21st, System Five based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, in collaboration with drone retailers nationwide, announced that they will be conducting product presentations, verification, and flight demonstrations of the logistics drone “DJI FlyCart 30” at locations across Japan through the “DJI FlyCart 3-Day Roadshow.”