March 2024
“RobotBank Unveils ‘Star Series’ AMR for Efficient Logistics Operations”
On the 26th, RobotBank announced the “Star Series” Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) designed to enhance efficiency in logistics operations. The newly unveiled AMR series includes the “StarShip,” “StarLift150,” “StarMax200″…
“Torubizion’s Drone Airstrip System ‘S:ROAD’ Adopted by Skysetter in Kyoto”
On the 25th, Turbizon, based in Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, announced that their drone air route maintenance system, “S:ROAD” (Sky Road), has been implemented by Skysetter in Nagaokakyo City, Kyoto Prefecture. Skysetter is dedicated to building…
“Japan Transporter Permanently Ceases Operations Following Fatal Accident and Law Violations”
On the 21st, the Chubu Transport Bureau announced that it had confirmed violations of the Freight Trucking Business Law by the operator JAPAN TRANSPORTER. in Shima City, Mie Prefecture, and had imposed business suspension measures. This action was taken following an incident where the same operator was involved in a fatal accident in Takamatsu City […]
“Navitime Japan Launches Highway Toll Calculator in Delivery Support App”
On the 26th, NAVITIME Japan, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced the integration of delivery-specific features into their delivery driver support app, “Delivery NAVITIME.” This integration includes collaboration with six expressway companies: East Nippon Expressway, Central Nippon Expressway, West Nippon Expressway, Metropolitan Expressway, Hanshin Expressway…
“Shopify Japan Partners with Mitsui & Co., Enhancing Shopify-Businesses’ Distribution Efficiency”
On the 26th, Shopify Japan, the Japanese entity of Shopify located in Shibuya, Tokyo, announced a partnership with Mitsui & Co. to provide a service called “プラ” that supports the optimization of delivery operations for Shopify merchants. This collaboration aims to enhance efficiency and streamline the delivery processes for businesses operating on the Shopify platform […]
“Okura Conveyors Enters Technical Collaboration with PALTAC for Production of Cardboard Case Cutting Device”
On the 25th, Okura Transport Machinery, based in Kakogawa City, Hyogo Prefecture, announced a technological partnership agreement (Know-how License Contract) with PALTAC, a major wholesaler of cosmetics, daily goods, and general pharmaceuticals. The collaboration is aimed at realizing the practical application of a top case cutting device for cardboard cases. This partnership signifies a strategic […]
“February International Air Cargo Exports Decline by 2.1%, Reports JAFA”
According to the International Air Cargo Handling Performance announced by the Japan Air Freight Association (JAFA) on the 25th, the export volume for mixed cargo in February decreased by 2.1% year-on-year to 61,435 tons on a weight basis. Direct cargo decreased by 13.9% to 6,118 tons, while there was no record of charter cargo performance…
“TradeWaltz Attends ‘International Data Governance Advisory Committee’ Meeting at Digital Agency”
On the 25th, TradeWaltz, the company operating the trade information collaboration platform “TradeWaltz” based in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, attended the “International Data Governance Advisory Committee” held at the Digital Agency. Discussions at the event focused on supply chain-related matters…
“Maruwa Transport Machinery Donates 10 Million Yen to Japan Heart’s New Children’s Hospital in Cambodia”
On the 26th, the international medical NGO Japan Heart, based in Taito-ku, Tokyo, announced that Maruwa Unyu Kikan, which operates 3PL business, has donated 10 million yen to support the new hospital “Japan Heart Asia Pediatric Medical Center” scheduled to open in 2025 in Cambodia. This generosity from Maruwa Unyu Kikan will contribute to improving […]
“Takamiya Acquires Land in Gunma Prefecture for ‘Takamiya Lab East’ Establishment”
On the 25th, Takamiya, a company specializing in the development of temporary equipment, announced the acquisition of land in Block B of the Fujioka Interchange West Industrial Park in Shinotsuka, Fujioka City, Gunma Prefecture. They plan to establish “Takamiya Lab. East” on this land for conducting research and development activities in the region. The establishment […]