JAPAN NEWS
Title: Unveiling the Discrepancy Between Logistics Ideals and Reality – Exploring Optimization of Logistics Service Levels in "Logistics Comprehension Series, 11th Installment: A Reevaluation of Logistics Service Levels."
In the second installment of the series on the discrepancy between the ideal and reality in logistics, it is stated that the goal of logistics is to deliver the necessary goods and materials at the right time, place, price, quality, and quantity (the "5R" principle: Right Time, Place, Price, Quality, Quantity). This ensures optimal service […]
Title: 【PR】Fujisoryo Logistics to Host Seminar on Building Sales Organizations for Logistics Company Executives at Tokyo Headquarters on April 12 - Seminar to Focus on Practical Strategies for Boosting Performance without Relying on Consultants or Sales Agencies.
【PR】On April 12th, Funai Soken Logistics will host a seminar on building sales organizations targeted at logistics company executives at their Tokyo headquarters in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The seminar will focus on practical strategies adopted by logistics companies that have been successful in expanding their performance without relying on consultants or sales agencies.
Title: 【PR】NX Comprehensive Research Institute to Hold Free Online Seminar on "Challenges and Guidelines for the Future of Logistics in Japan" featuring Speaker Takeo Tabata, Research Fellow at NX Institute, on March 14 - Seminar to Address Current Issues and Provide Insights into the Future of Freight Transport and Logistics in Japan.
【PR】On March 14th, SeaRLee will host a free online seminar titled "Challenges Surrounding Logistics in Japan and Guidelines for the Future," featuring Mr. Mikio Tabata, Research Fellow at NX Comprehensive Research Institute, as the guest speaker. The seminar will address various aspects of logistics in Japan, with a focus on freight transportation, providing insights into […]
Title: Hacobu (Hakobu), a Logistics Platform Developer, Conducts Demonstrative Experiments for Efficient Fresh Produce Logistics at Yokohama Central Wholesale Market (Yokohama Market) on February 26, with Additional Experiment Held on February 29 to Address Identified Challenges and Formulate Solutions.
Hacobu, a logistics platform developer known for its MOVO series, conducted a demonstration experiment on February 26th at the Yokohama Central Wholesale Market (Yokohama Market) to enhance the efficiency of fresh produce logistics. A similar experiment was carried out on the 29th as well, with the aim of identifying challenges and implementing solutions to improve […]
Title: Narita International Airport Announces Operational Status for January 2024 on February 29 - Reports International Air Cargo Volume at 139,000 Tons, Unchanged Year-on-Year, a 10% Decrease Compared to January 2019.
On February 29th, Narita International Airport announced the operational status for Narita Airport in January 2024. In December 2023, the international air cargo volume remained unchanged at 139,000 tons compared to the same month of the previous year, with a 10% decrease compared to December 2019. The number of cargo flights departing...
Title: NEXCO West Japan Reports Seido Freight (Kumamoto Prefecture) to Kumamoto Prefectural Police for Repeatedly Allowing Vehicles to Exceed Significantly the General Limits Set by Vehicle Restriction Orders - Public Disclosure on February 29.
On February 29th, West Nippon Expressway Company (NEXCO West Japan) announced that they have reported Seitoku Transport, a transportation company based in Kumamoto Prefecture, to the Kumamoto Prefectural Police for repeatedly allowing vehicles to pass that significantly exceed the general limit specified by the vehicle restriction order. According to the announcement, Seitoku Transport had been […]
Title: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Announces Partial Revision Proposal for "Measures on Truck Transport during Year-end and Summer Peak Seasons" - Considering Permitting Cargo Truck Transport Operations Beyond Business Vehicles to Address Increased Transportation Demand during Busy Year-end and Summer Periods.
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism has announced a partial amendment to the "Measures for Truck Transport during Year-End and Summer Busy Periods." Previously, in response to increased transport demand during busy periods such as year-end and summer, when it may be challenging to manage with business vehicles alone, only holders of permits […]
Title: Realize Corporation Acquires All Issued Shares of Tomiku Driving School in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, Entering the Driving School Business - Specializing in Investment of Large Trucks, Trailers, and Proprietary Financial Strategies.
On the 29th, Realize Corporation, located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced the acquisition of all issued shares of Tomiku Driving School in Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture, and its participation in the driving school business. Realize specializes in unique financial strategies targeting investments in large trucks, trailers, and other related assets.
Title: Toyota Industries Faces Diesel Engine Certification Scandal - Chairman Toyoda Tetsuro and Vice Chairman Ohnishi Akira to Retire After Shareholders' Meeting in June, Successor Named as Mr. Teramori Shigeki, Former Vice President of Toyota Motor Corporation and Current Executive Fellow.
Amidst the diesel engine certification irregularities, Toyota Industries Corporation announced on February 29th that Chairman Tetsuro Toyoda and Vice Chairman Akira Nishiwaki will retire after the shareholders' meeting in June. Shigeki Terashi, former Vice President of Toyota Motor Corporation and current Executive Fellow, will succeed them. The retiring Toyoda will assume the role of Honorary […]
Title: Sumitomo Corporation Partners with Orient Overseas Container Line Limited in Hong Kong to Utilize Electric Field Technology for Prolonged Freshness Preservation in Refrigerated Maritime Transport - Press Release on February 28.
On the 28th, Sumitomo Corporation announced a collaboration with Orient Overseas Container Line Limited (OOCL) in Hong Kong to utilize electric field technology for refrigerated maritime transport that enables long-term freshness preservation of perishable goods. This initiative aims to enhance the quality and reliability of refrigerated cargo transportation services.