February 2024
Title: AeroNext and Tajima-based Association Partner to Develop New Logistics Infrastructure for Addressing Challenges in Japan’s Remote Mountainous Regions
On the 21st, drone business AeroNext based in Shibuya, Tokyo, and the “Tajima Connects Growing Association” in Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture, announced the signing of a partnership agreement to collaborate on building new logistics infrastructure to address challenges in Japan’s mountainous regions. AeroNext will work together with the association to develop innovative logistics solutions for […]
Title: Toyama Trucking Association to Hold Information Session on “G-Mark” Certification for Freight Truck Transport Safety Evaluation in FY 2024 on May 13
The Toyama Trucking Association will be hosting an information session on May 13 for the “G Mark” certification, which evaluates the safety of freight trucking operations for the fiscal year 2024. As the system has been modified starting from the fiscal year 2023, businesses considering new applications or planning to renew their certifications are invited […]
Title: Eco-Delivery Service “Ecopai” in Tokyo Ceases Phone Support at General Counter Starting March 4th, Citing Increased Volume of Customer Inquiries
On the 21st, the budget courier service Ecohai, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced the discontinuation of telephone support for general inquiries effective from March 4th. This decision comes in response to the recent increase in inquiries due to the rise in cargo volume for residential deliveries. The company aims to streamline operations to better manage […]
Title: Ascend Supports Logistics Digital Transformation with Pitch Contest at ICC Summit FUKUOKA2024
Ascend, based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, a company that supports logistics digital transformation (DX), announced on the 21st that they participated in the pitch contest “Digital Transformation” held within the “ICC Summit FUKUOKA 2024” event in Fukuoka City on the 20th.
Title: Osaka Trucking Association Announces “Truck JobFes2024” for Exclusive Industry Job Interviews, to be Held on February 25 at Temma Bridge OMM Building in Osaka
On the 21st, the Osaka Trucking Association announced the upcoming event “Truck JobFes2024,” a joint job fair exclusive to the transportation industry. The event will take place on February 25th at the A Hall on the 2nd floor of Temmabashi OMM Building from 11:00 to 16:00. This event aims to highlight the essential role of […]
Title: Eastley Hosts “Subsidies & Grants” Seminar in Collaboration with Subsidy Program Promotion Center in Kyoto for Last Chance of the Fiscal Year
On the 20th, the comprehensive consulting firm Easily, based in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, announced that they will be co-hosting a “Subsidies and Grants” seminar with the Subsidy System Promotion Center located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto. The seminar is scheduled to take place on February 26th. Described as the “last chance of the fiscal year,” the seminar aims […]
Title: UD Trucks Sponsors Saitama Ekiden Relay Race to Support Local Sports Promotion
On the 20th, UD Trucks based in Ageo, Saitama announced that they sponsored the Saitama Prefecture Ekiden Relay Race held on the 4th as part of their support for promoting sports in the region. The event saw participation from 97 teams across four categories, including corporate teams, universities, and local athletics clubs from cities and […]
Title: BLITZ’s “Smart Subsidies” Portal Collaborates with DFA Robotics to Drive Digital Transformation in Restaurant Industry
BLITZ, the operator of Japan’s largest subsidy and grant portal site “Smart Subsidies,” based in Shibuya, Tokyo, announced its collaboration with the robotics solution company DFA Robotics to drive digital transformation (DX) in the restaurant industry.
Title: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Holds First Meeting on Establishing “Automated Freight Roads” for Responding to Logistics Crisis and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction
On February 21st, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s Road Bureau held the first “Study Group on Automated Freight Roads” with the aim of addressing logistic crises and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through the establishment of “automated freight roads” that fully utilize road space. The post “Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism/ […]
Title: Mitsubishi Fuso Launches New Model of Canter Truck with Upgraded Interior and Safety Features
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) has released a new model of their small truck “Canter.” The new Canter model features refreshed interior design and safety features. Mitsubishi Fuso announced that the new Canter model will be gradually introduced for sale starting from February at Mitsubishi Fuso dealerships nationwide and regional sales divisions. The […]