February 2024
Title: Ocean Network Express (ONE) Launches New Website “Container World” to Enhance Awareness of Container Maritime Shipping Industry Worldwide – Offering Insights into the Remarkable Capabilities and Importance of Containers in Global Logistics.
On February 29th, Ocean Network Express (ONE) based in Singapore, announced the launch of their new website “Container World” with the aim of increasing awareness of container shipping, which supports global logistics. The site provides an interactive platform for users to explore and discover the significance and impact of containers in the world of logistics.
Title: OpenLogi Announces Commencement of API Integration with Unified Commerce Platform “ecforce” by SUPER STUDIO on February 29 – Expanding Its Logistics Fulfillment Platform Capabilities through Partnership for E-commerce Integration.
On February 29th, Openlogi announced the commencement of API integration with the integrated commerce platform “ecforce” provided by SUPER STUDIO. Openlogi offers a logistics fulfillment platform, and this new API integration will enhance the connectivity and synergy between the two platforms, benefiting e-commerce businesses in terms of efficient logistics operations and order fulfillment.
Title: 【PR】CBRE to Host Completion Preview Event for Tenants at “HUB YATOMI” Large-Scale Logistics Facility in Yahagi City, Aichi on March 14-15 (Separate Event for Intermediaries to be Held on March 13) – Highlighting Access to Surrounding Infrastructure.
【PR】CBRE will be holding a completion preview event for tenants at the large-scale logistics facility “HUB YATOMI” in Yahagi City, Aichi Prefecture on March 14th and 15th (separately for intermediary agents on the 13th of the same month). 【Access to Surrounding Infrastructure】 “HUB YATOMI” offers convenient access to nearby infrastructures…
Title: Transport Advisory Council Recommends Approval of Standard Freight Rates Proposal for General Freight Trucking Business on February 29 – Council Announces Conclusion to Advise Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on Appropriateness of Designating Proposed Standard Rates, Following Minister’s Inquiry on January 10.
On February 29th, the Transport Policy Council announced that it had submitted a recommendation to the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism regarding the “Notification of Standard Freight Rates for General Freight Trucking Services,” stating that it is appropriate to establish them as standard rates. This announcement follows a request for consultation from the […]
Title: Tokai Unyu Announces Organizational Restructuring Effective April 1st on February 28 – Combining Overseas Planning Department and International Sales Department within Sales Headquarters to Establish “International Business Promotion Department,” Strengthening Cooperation Between International Transport Services for Cargo to and from Japan and Logistics Services Overseas.
On February 28th, Tohkai Unyu announced organizational restructuring effective from April 1st. In the headquarters functions, the company will integrate the Overseas Planning Department and the International Sales Department, which is part of the Sales Headquarters, to establish a new department called the “International Business Promotion Department.” This reorganization aims to strengthen coordination between international […]
Title: Osaka Customs Reports Trade Overview for the Hokuriku Region (Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui) in 2023 – Exports Decreased by 5% to 6.319 trillion yen, Imports Declined by 18.7% to 7.233 trillion yen, Resulting in a Surplus of 915 billion yen. Both Exports and Imports Exceeded Last Year’s Significant Increase.
According to the trade overview for the year 2023 in the Hokuriku region (Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui) announced by Osaka Customs on February 28th, exports decreased by 5% year-on-year to 631.9 billion yen, while imports decreased by 18.7% to 723.3 billion yen. As a result, there was a trade surplus of 91.5 billion yen after subtracting […]
Title: Nippon Express NEC Logistics Taiwan (NECL Taiwan) Sets Implementation Date for TFDA Compliance in Taiwan on December 18, 2023 – Announcement by Nippon Express NEC Logistics on February 29.
On the 29th, Nippon Express NEC Logistics, a joint venture between Nippon Express and NEC Logistics, announced that their local subsidiary in Taiwan, Nippon Express NEC Logistics Taiwan (NECL Taiwan), has set December 18, 2023, as the effective date for TFDA (Taiwan Food and Drug Administration) compliance certification. This certification underscores their commitment to meeting […]
Title: Administrative Actions Taken Against General Freight Trucking Operators by Kyushu Transport Bureau, as Announced on February 27 – 4 Companies Penalized in January, including 2 Companies with Vehicle Suspensions.
According to the administrative penalty situation announced by the Kyushu Transport Bureau on February 27th for general freight trucking operators, in January, a total of 4 companies were subject to penalties, including 2 companies that had their vehicles suspended. The details of penalties beyond vehicle suspension are as follows: [Details of the additional penalties are […]
Title: Toyama Prefecture Announces Support for Improving Logistics Productivity and Promoting Diverse Workforce Engagement in Preparation for the Challenges of 2024 – Launch of the Third Round of Subsidies for “Toyama Prefecture Logistics Efficiency Support Project Fund” on February 29.
On February 29th, Toyama Prefecture announced the initiation of the third round of applications for the “Toyama Prefecture Logistics Efficiency Support Project Grant,” aimed at supporting efforts by logistics companies and cargo owners within the prefecture to enhance logistics productivity in preparation for the 2024 Problem. The initiative also includes support for environmental improvements to […]
Title: Osaka Customs Grants Approval for Logisteed Nishi Nihon (Konohana-ku, Osaka) as Bonded Warehouse – Newly Authorized Nishi-Yodogawa First Business Office (Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka) is a Two-Story Structure Covering 2613 Square Meters, Constructed with Steel Frame and Alloy-Plated Steel Plates, to Facilitate Import and Export Operations.
On February 26th, Osaka Customs announced the approval of Logisteed Nishi-Nihon’s bonded warehouse located in Konohana-ku, Osaka. The approved Nishi-Yodogawa First Office in Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka is a two-story building with a total floor area of 2,613 square meters, constructed with steel alloy plated steel sheets. This facility will serve as a key location for handling […]