February 2024
Title: Kobe Customs Releases Trade Overview (Preliminary) for January Showing a 3.5% Decrease in Trade Value at Kobe Port to ¥848.1 Billion Compared to the Same Month Last Year – Exports Exceeded Imports by ¥145.8 Billion, with Export Value at ¥496.9 Billion (5% Decrease) – Marks Ninth Consecutive Monthly Decline Following Peak in April.
According to the preliminary trade overview of Kobe Port in January published by Kobe Customs, the total trade value amounted to 848.1 billion yen, a 3.5% decrease compared to the same month last year, marking the ninth consecutive month of decline since reaching a peak in April. The trade balance resulted in an export surplus […]
Title: OpenLogi Partners with Integrated Commerce Platform “ecforce” to Enable API Integration – Fulfillment Platform “OpenLogi” and “ecforce” to Seamlessly Connect for Enhanced Logistics Capabilities.
On the 29th, Openlogi, based in Toshima-ku, Tokyo, announced the integration of their logistics fulfillment platform “Openlogi” with the integrated commerce platform “ecforce” (ec force) through API connectivity. Ecfroce is utilized by SUPER … for their e-commerce operations.
Title: System Five Announces Nationwide Tour to Showcase Features and Applications of Their Logistics Drone “DJI FlyCart30” – Event to be Held in Nishihara Town, Okinawa on March 5 at Nishihara Marine Park Multipurpose 【PR】.
Sysmex (based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) recently announced a nationwide tour to introduce the features and applications of their current logistics drone, the “DJI FlyCart30.” The tour will kick off on March 5th in Nishihara-cho, Okinawa Prefecture. The event will take place at Nishihara Marine Park Multipurpose Arena in the town.
Title: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Reports Increase in Retail Price of Diesel Fuel to ¥154.4 per Liter as of February 26, Up by 0.4 Yen from Previous Week – Details of Price Fluctuations by Prefecture.
According to the survey of retail prices at gas stations for oil products released by the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy on the 28th, the cash retail price of light oil (kerosene) per liter was 154.4 yen as of the 26th, showing an increase of 0.4 yen from the previous week. The price trends […]
Title: Maruetsu Expands “Rakuraku Kumasan Home Delivery Service” to Additional Stores, Aiming to Implement in 202 Stores by the End of March – Service Offering Delivery of In-store Purchases for a Flat Fee of ¥3,000 (Tax included).
On the 28th, Maruetsu (located in Toshima-ku, Tokyo) announced that they will gradually expand the number of stores offering the “Rakuraku Kumasan Takuhai Bin” delivery service, which delivers items purchased at the store. It is planned to introduce this service to 202 stores by the end of March. The service requires a minimum total purchase […]
Title: Japan Post Reports 3.3% Decrease in Total Accepted Mail and Parcels in January Compared to the Same Month Last Year, With 1.346 Billion Items – Breakdown Includes 10.425 Billion Pieces of Mail (2.8% Decrease) Consisting of 9.861 Billion Regular Letters.
According to the data released by Japan Post on the 28th, the total number of accepted mail and packages in January was 1.346 billion items, representing a 3.3% decrease compared to the same month last year. Of this total, mail items amounted to 1.0425 billion items (a 2.8% decrease), with ordinary mail accounting for 998.61 […]
Title: NNU Life Insurance Releases Survey Results on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Self-employed Individuals in Road Freight Transport Industry – Study Conducted in Mid-December 2023 Among 258 Business Owners and Self-employed Individuals – Highlights Lack of Preparedness Among 50% of Small Transport Businesses for 2024 Challenges
On February 28th, Nippon Life Insurance conducted a survey targeting 258 small and medium-sized road freight transport business owners and self-employed individuals in the industry in mid-December 2023 to understand their circumstances. The results of the survey were released, revealing insights into the challenges and preparedness of these businesses. The survey highlighted that 50% of […]
Title: Yamakyu Announces Organizational Restructuring Effective April 1 – Establishment of Industry-Specific Sales Departments to Align with Business Segments and Advance Business Portfolio Management as Outlined in Long-Term Management Strategy 2030 – Enhancing Effective Utilization of Management Resources and Efficiency in Operations
On February 28th, Yamakyu announced that they will be implementing organizational changes effective April 1st. The changes consist of three main points: aligning business segments and organizational structures, promoting business portfolio management as outlined in the long-term management strategy for 2030, effectively utilizing management resources, and streamlining operations in sales departments based on industry sectors […]
Title: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Releases Load Factors for Mid to Long-distance Ferry and RoRo Ship Transport Related to Trucking for October to December 2023 – Continuing Modal Shift Promotion for Long-Distance Truck Transport to Maritime Shipping as Outlined in the “Policy Package for Logistics Innovation” Introduced in June Last Year
On February 28th, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism released the loading rates for mid to long-distance ferries and roll-on/roll-off (RORO) ships involved in truck transportation for the period of October to December 2023. This data release is in line with the “Policy Package for Logistics Innovation” established in June last year, which […]
Title: Nissho-kai, a Group of Enthusiasts Contemplating the Future of Logistics, Hosts 2nd Study Session at the National Diet Building in Tokyo on February 27 – Members Include Transportation Operators, Trucking Industry-Related Parliament Members, and Officials from Relevant Government Agencies – Dedicated to Advancing Logistics Digital Transformation
日昇会, a group formed by volunteers to discuss the future of logistics, held its second study session on February 27th at the House of Councillors Members’ Office Building in Tokyo. Participants included transport operators, trucking industry-related parliament members, and officials from relevant government agencies. The study session focused on discussing how the transportation industry can […]