“Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Announces New Standard Trucking Fares”

On the 22nd, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced a new standard freight rate for trucks. This new standard freight rate aims to increase the previously announced rates from 2020 to ensure a fair level of compensation, including additional charges for cargo handling. By announcing this updated freight rate, the ministry seeks to secure the funding necessary for wage increases for truck drivers.

This adjustment in the standard freight rate reflects the government’s efforts to address fair compensation in the transportation industry and support drivers in receiving appropriate remuneration for their services. Stay informed about the impact of this new freight rate on freight transportation operations and the welfare of truck drivers in Japan.