JAPAN NEWS
Title: Senko Group Holdings Acquires 65% Stake in Logistics Software Company Infolog (Singapore) and Adds it as a Group Entity on February 29 - Expanding Senko Group's Presence in the Logistics Software Sector.
Senko Group Holdings (HD) announced that they have acquired a 65% stake in the logistics software company Infolog, based in Singapore, and added it to their group of companies effective as of February 29th. This move further strengthens Senko Group's presence in the logistics software sector and enhances their capabilities in providing comprehensive logistics solutions.
Title: Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) Announces Agreement with JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration and JGC Holdings Corporation on February 29 to Explore Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Project Utilizing Depleted Gas Fields Offshore Sarawak, Malaysia, in Collaboration with Subsidiaries of Malaysian State-Owned Energy Company.
On February 29th, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. (K Line) announced that they, along with Inpex Corporation and JGC Holdings Corporation, have agreed to explore a Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project involving the utilization of depleted gas fields off the coast of Sarawak State in Malaysia. The project entails partnering with a subsidiary of Malaysia's […]
Title: Earth Carton (Ina, Saitama) Introduces New Product - A3 Size Compatible "Cardboard Container Box" Launched for Sale on February 16 - Versatile Usage with Flat Bottom and Simple Top Design, Ideal for Various Storage Needs.
On March 1st, Earth Cardboard (located in Ina, Saitama Prefecture) announced the launch of a new product, the "Cardboard Container Box" compatible with A3 size, which has been available for purchase since February 16th. This product features a flat bottom and a simple top design, allowing for versatile vertical and horizontal usage. Suitable for various […]
Title: Commerce Robotics Partners with Cam, Provider of Cloud ERP "Cammax," to Co-Host Free Webinar on February 29 - Focusing on Automated DX Services for E-Commerce.
Commerce Robotics, a provider of e-commerce automation DX services based in Minato Ward, Tokyo, announced on February 29th that it will be co-hosting a free webinar with CAM, a provider of cloud ERP "Cammax," based in Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, on the 21st. This webinar will focus on...
Title: Nippon Express Holdings Launches New TV Commercial Featuring Professional Golfer Erika Harada, a Member of the Company, with Airings Starting on March 1 - Commercial Showcasing Harada and Children Enjoying Golf.
Nippon Express Holdings announced on February 29th that they will begin airing a new television commercial featuring their professional female golfer, Erika Hara, starting from March 1st. The commercial showcases Erika Hara enjoying golf with children, capturing the joy and excitement of the sport.
Title: Kanto Transport Bureau Grants Permits to 9 Companies (Including 1 Refrigerated Transport Company) for Freight Trucking Operations and Registers 8 Companies for Freight Utilization Transport Operations, Effective February 8.
Recently, the Kanto Transport Bureau granted approval for 9 new companies (including 1 funeral transport company) to operate freight trucking businesses and registered 8 companies for freight forwarding services, all effective as of February 8th.
Title: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Announces Transport Advisory Council's Approval of 8% Increase in Standard Freight Rates for General Freight Trucking Business as Advised on January 10, 2024 by Minister of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport Saito Tetsuo - Proposed Standard Rate Deemed Appropriate.
On February 29th, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced that the Transport Policy Council has given approval for an 8% increase in standard freight rates for general freight trucking services. This decision came in response to a consultation submitted by Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Tetsuo Saito on January 10, […]
Title: Price of Light Oil in Bulk Delivery Increases by 0.1 Yen in January to an Average of 127.1 Yen per Liter Nationwide, as Reported by the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy on February 29.
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry announced on February 29th that the January delivered price of light oil in bulk tanks was an average of 127.1 yen per liter nationwide, showing an increase of 0.1 yen compared to the previous month. National Average Hokkaido Bureau Tohoku Bureau Kanto Bureau
Title: Senko Group Holdings Acquires 65% Stake in Infolog Pte Ltd, a Singapore-Based Logistics Software Development and Sales Company, and Consolidates it into the Group on February 29 - Initiating Grouping of Logistics IT Company Infolog in Singapore.
On February 29th, Senko Group Holdings announced the acquisition of a 65% stake in Infolog Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based company specializing in the development and sale of logistics software. With this acquisition, Infolog Pte Ltd has been integrated into the Senko Group. The move aims to strengthen the group's presence in the logistics IT sector […]
Title: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Reports 0.5% Decrease in Container Volume for Foreign Trade Cargo at Top 6 Ports (Tokyo, Kawasaki, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe) in December 2023, According to Harbor Statistics Flash Report Released on February 29.
According to the port statistics flash report released by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on February 29th for December 2023, the number of containers in foreign trade cargo at the six major ports (Tokyo, Kawasaki, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe) amounted to 1,171,518 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units), showing a decrease of 0.5% compared […]