March 2024
“Sagawa Express Collaborates with Ichikai Town, Tochigi Prefecture for Local Revitalization Partnership Agreement”
On the 22nd, Sagawa Express announced that they have signed a “Comprehensive Collaboration Agreement for Regional Revitalization” with Ichikai Town in Tochigi Prefecture to promote regional revitalization initiatives. The agreement includes various areas of cooperation such as disaster preparedness, local safety and security, tourism support, distribution and sales support for local products, environmental conservation, and […]
“Abeam Consulting Becomes Supporter of SkyDrive, Developer of ‘Flying Cars’ and Logistics Drones”
On the 21st, ABeam Consulting, a consulting services provider based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, announced that they have entered into a supporter agreement with SkyDrive, a company based in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, that develops “flying cars” and logistics drones. This collaboration signifies ABeam Consulting’s commitment to supporting and contributing to the development of cutting-edge technology […]
“‘White Logistics’ Movement Gains 440 New Endorsing Companies in February”
On the 22nd, the Secretariat of the “White Logistics” Promotion Movement reported that the number of endorsing companies participating in the “White Logistics” Promotion Movement increased by 440 during the month of February. The “White Logistics” Promotion Movement involves collaboration between cargo-owning companies and logistics service providers to mutually support each other, viewing logistics as […]
“Itochu Corporation and U-Ming Partners on Joint Development of Ammonia Fuel Ships”
On the 22nd, Itochu Corporation announced that they have entered into discussions with the Singapore-based subsidiary of U-Ming Marine Transport Corp, a major shipping company headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, regarding potential collaboration in the joint development of ammonia-fueled vessels.
“Nagoya Port Exports Topped ¥1.22 Trillion in February, Marking 8.4% Increase Year-on-Year”
Recently, Nagoya Customs released the trade information for Nagoya Port in February of this year. According to the data, while exports of items such as automobiles decreased, there was an increase in exports of “automobile parts” and “heavy electric machinery.” As a result, the export amount reached 1.2235 trillion yen, showing an increase of 8.4% […]
“MAN Unveils Megawatt Charging System for EV Trucks, Achieving 70% Charge in 30 Minutes”
Recently, the German commercial vehicle manufacturer MAN unveiled and demonstrated their Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for electric trucks. The MCS is capable of charging at a rate of 700 kilowatts with an electrical capacity of over 1000 amperes.
“Senko Group Announces New Top Management Appointments Following Complete Acquisition of SERIO Holdings”
The personnel changes announced by Senko Group Holdings on the 22nd are as follows: The company declared the complete subsidiary integration of SERIO Holdings on the same day. (Board Member Appointments) – Director: [Names and Positions to be filled] These strategic personnel changes and the acquisition of SERIO Holdings underscore Senko Group Holdings’ commitment to […]
“Gunze Announces Price Revisions for Packaging OPP Film from April 26 due to Rising Raw Material Costs”
On the 25th, Gunze announced that they will be implementing a price revision for their packaging-oriented OPP (Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene) film starting from the shipment on April 26th. The company has been requesting price adjustments since 2022 due to the surge in raw material prices. However, with the continued increase in raw material prices and […]
“NRS and NRS Logistics Achieve “Three Star” Recognition in the Ministry of Land’s ‘Work-friendly Workplace Certification Program'”
On the 22nd, NRS, a comprehensive logistics company specializing in chemicals based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, announced that NRS Logistics, together with NRS itself, obtained a “Three-Star” certification in the “Certification System for Employee-Friendly Workplaces” established by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on February 29th. The “Employee-Friendly Workplaces Certification System” is designed to […]
“Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Partners Contemplate Introduction of Large Ammonia Domestic Vessels”
On the 22nd, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines announced that its group company, Mitsui O.S.K. Kinkai, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, is collaborating with Asahi Tanker from Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, and Ekose, a ship management company based in Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, to introduce a large-scale ammonia inland vessel capable of transporting a significant quantity of ammonia. This collaboration […]