JAPAN NEWS
Title: Logisteed Announces Special Sponsorship for "Connecting Hearts, Connecting Strength - Rebuilding Together Concert 2024" on March 10th - Supporting East Japan Earthquake Recovery Concert.
On February 29th, Logisteed announced that they will be a special sponsor for the "Connecting Hearts, Connecting Strength, Rebuilding Together Concert 2024," which is scheduled to take place on March 10th this year. This concert is dedicated to supporting the ongoing recovery efforts from the Great East Japan Earthquake that occurred in March 2011. Logisteed's […]
Title: Seino Holdings, Matsura City in Nagasaki Prefecture, AeroNext, KDDI Smart Drone, and Dentsu Kyushu Form Collaboration Agreement on Regional Revitalization Through Utilization of Next-Generation Advanced Technologies Including Drones - Partnership Signed on February 27 for Development of New Smart Logistics Systems.
Seino Holdings, Matsuura City in Nagasaki Prefecture, Aeronext, KDDI Smart Drone, and Dentsu Kyushu announced on February 29th that they had signed a collaborative agreement on February 27th to promote regional revitalization through the utilization of next-generation advanced technologies, including drones. This collaboration aims to establish new smart logistics systems and contribute to the development […]
Title: Japan Post to Resume Individual Delivery of Parcels (Yu-Pack, Yu-Packet, Yu-Mail) to Each Household and Business Address in the Oku-Noto Region of Ishikawa Prefecture Starting March 1 - Including New Shipments from Suzu City, Ikeda Town, Iwasaka Town, Kamidomachi.
On February 29th, Japan Post announced the resumption of individual delivery to households and businesses for packages (Yu-Pack, Yu-Packet, Yu-Mail) addressed to the Okunoto region in Ishikawa Prefecture, starting from March 1st. The areas covered by this service resumption include Iida-cho, Iwasaka-cho, Kamado-cho in Suzu City, along with other regions in the Okunoto area. This […]
Title: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines and Idemitsu Kosan Co. to Commence Demonstration Experiment for Recycling of Used Plastic into Chemicals on Very Large Crude Oil Carriers (VLCC) - Joint Initiative towards Resource Utilization, Announced on February 29.
On February 29th, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Idemitsu Kosan announced the commencement of a collaborative pilot experiment aimed at the recycling of used plastics (chemical recycling) generated within Very Large Crude Oil Carriers (VLCCs). This initiative underscores the companies' commitment to exploring sustainable practices and promoting circular economy principles in the maritime industry.
Title: Government Decides to Raise Speed Limit on Expressways for Medium and Large Trucks from 80km/h to 90km/h, Effective April 1 - Amendment to Road Traffic Act Enforcement Ordinance Approved on February 27.
On February 27th, the government announced that it has approved the cabinet order to amend the Road Traffic Act to relax the maximum speed limit on highways for medium and large trucks with a total vehicle weight of 8 tons or more or a maximum payload of 5 tons or more from the current 80 […]
Title: SG Holdings Announces Reorganization of Group Company "World Supply" Effective March 1 - Redistribution of Sales Functions to Departments within Sales Management Division, Integration of Administrative and Quality Control Operations into Sales Management Division.
On February 29th, SG Holdings announced the organizational restructuring of its group company "World Supply" effective from March 1st. The key changes include transferring the sales department of the Sales General Administration Division to respective departments and incorporating integrated administrative and quality management functions into the Sales General Administration Division. This reorganization aims to enhance […]
Title: Starzen Logistics Announces Establishment of New Logistics Centers in Two Locations Across East and West in Response to the 2024 Issue - Western Facility in Yokohama and Eastern Facility in Tokyo's Minato Ward to Address Challenges in Supply Chain Operations.
On February 29th, Starzen announced that its consolidated subsidiary, Starzen Logistics, will establish new logistics bases in two locations, East and West, as part of their response to the "Year 2024 Problem." The facility in Minato-ku, Tokyo, which currently serves as the company's headquarters and group logistics center, will be expanded to enhance their operational […]
Title: Ocean Network Express (ONE) Launches New Website "Container World" to Showcase Role of Container Shipping Industry and ONE's Initiatives - Providing Gateway to Explore the Fascinating World of Container Shipping.
On February 29th, Ocean Network Express (ONE) announced the launch of a new website called "Container World," aimed at introducing the role of container shipping industry and showcasing ONE's initiatives. The website serves as a gateway to Container World, providing insights into the allure of container shipping and highlighting ONE's efforts within the industry.
Title: JAL and Setouchi Town in Oshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture Announce Commencement of Drone-based Services for Residents on February 29 - Setouchi Town Positions Drone Transport as a New Government Service to Ensure Safety, Security, and Maintain Community Functions.
JAL and Setouchi Town in Oshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture, announced on February 29th the launch of a drone-based service for residents. Setouchi Town has positioned the introduction of drone transport as a new administrative service aimed at ensuring the safety and security of residents' lives and maintaining the functions of the community. This initiative marks […]
Title: EARCLOSET Announces Expansion and Relocation of Logistics Base to "GLP ALFALINK Nagareyama 6" in Nagareyama City, Chiba Prefecture - Focus on Circular Logistics for External Sales, Featuring Warehouse Interior Views and Facility Cafeteria.
On February 29th, Air Closet announced the expansion and relocation of its logistics base to "GLP ALFALINK Nagareyama 6" in Nagareyama City, Chiba Prefecture. The new facility boasts a warehouse interior, a cafeteria within the premises, and will support the company's clothing subscription service with a focus on circular logistics and external sales.