JAPAN NEWS
Title: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Announces Call for Proposals for Technology Development and Demonstration Projects by Domestic Shipping Operators in Collaboration with Shipbuilding Companies to Address Emerging Societal Needs such as Logistics Innovation - Approximately 5 Projects to be Selected for Subsidies under NX Subsidy Program.
On the 29th, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced a call for proposals for technology development and verification projects that contribute to meeting new societal needs such as logistics innovation through collaboration between domestic shipping operators and shipbuilders. Approximately 5 projects will be selected, and a portion of the costs will be […]
Title: Yamato Transport Submits Improvement Plan in Response to "Directive" Under the Truck G-Men Investigation Conducted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in January, Revealing Multiple Violations Among Subcontractors - Announcement on February 29.
On February 29th, Yamato Transport announced that they had submitted a plan for improvement in response to receiving a "recommendation" in January based on the Road Trucking Transportation Business Law due to multiple instances of violations found among subcontractors during an investigation conducted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Truck G-Men. This […]
Title: Nippon Express NEC Logistics Taiwan Ltd., a Local Subsidiary of Nittsu NEC Logistics, Obtains Cosmetic GMP Certification in Taiwan with Effective Date of December 18, 2023 - Strengthening Commitment to Cosmetic Industry Compliance.
Nippon Express NEC Logistics Taiwan Ltd., a local subsidiary in Taiwan of Nippon Express NEC Logistics, announced on February 29th that they have obtained the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification for cosmetics in Taiwan. The certification is effective as of December 18, 2023, issued by TFDA (Taiwan Food and Drug Administration).
Title: Toyota, Nissan, Honda Report Increased Production Numbers for January - Toyota Achieves 13 Consecutive Months of Year-on-Year Growth with 217,481 Units Domestically and 522,851 Units Overseas, Nissan and Honda Also Record Production Expansion.
Toyota Motor Corporation, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., and Honda Motor Co., Ltd., announced their production figures for January on February 28th. Toyota's domestic production reached 217,481 units (an increase of 2.8% compared to the same month last year), marking the 13th consecutive month of year-on-year growth. Overseas production stood at 522,851 units (a 9.5% increase)...
Title: Okazaki Transport Donates ¥1 Million to Noto Peninsula Earthquake Disaster Relief Fund Managed by Chunichi Shimbun and Chunichi Social Welfare Foundation on February 22, with Contributions from Employees Matched by the Company - Vice President Kino Presents Donation.
On February 29th, Okazaki Tsuun donated 1 million yen to the disaster relief fund for the Noto Peninsula earthquake, which is being collected by the Chunichi Shimbun and the Chunichi Shimbun Social Welfare Foundation. The donation consists of contributions from employees along with additional support from the company. Executive Director Kino of Okazaki Tsuun presented […]
Title: Ocean Network Express (ONE) Launches New Website "Container World" to Enhance Awareness of Container Maritime Shipping Industry Worldwide - Offering Insights into the Remarkable Capabilities and Importance of Containers in Global Logistics.
On February 29th, Ocean Network Express (ONE) based in Singapore, announced the launch of their new website "Container World" with the aim of increasing awareness of container shipping, which supports global logistics. The site provides an interactive platform for users to explore and discover the significance and impact of containers in the world of logistics.
Title: OpenLogi Announces Commencement of API Integration with Unified Commerce Platform "ecforce" by SUPER STUDIO on February 29 - Expanding Its Logistics Fulfillment Platform Capabilities through Partnership for E-commerce Integration.
On February 29th, Openlogi announced the commencement of API integration with the integrated commerce platform "ecforce" provided by SUPER STUDIO. Openlogi offers a logistics fulfillment platform, and this new API integration will enhance the connectivity and synergy between the two platforms, benefiting e-commerce businesses in terms of efficient logistics operations and order fulfillment.
Title: 【PR】CBRE to Host Completion Preview Event for Tenants at "HUB YATOMI" Large-Scale Logistics Facility in Yahagi City, Aichi on March 14-15 (Separate Event for Intermediaries to be Held on March 13) - Highlighting Access to Surrounding Infrastructure.
【PR】CBRE will be holding a completion preview event for tenants at the large-scale logistics facility "HUB YATOMI" in Yahagi City, Aichi Prefecture on March 14th and 15th (separately for intermediary agents on the 13th of the same month). 【Access to Surrounding Infrastructure】 "HUB YATOMI" offers convenient access to nearby infrastructures...
Title: Transport Advisory Council Recommends Approval of Standard Freight Rates Proposal for General Freight Trucking Business on February 29 - Council Announces Conclusion to Advise Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism on Appropriateness of Designating Proposed Standard Rates, Following Minister's Inquiry on January 10.
On February 29th, the Transport Policy Council announced that it had submitted a recommendation to the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism regarding the "Notification of Standard Freight Rates for General Freight Trucking Services," stating that it is appropriate to establish them as standard rates. This announcement follows a request for consultation from the […]
Title: Tokai Unyu Announces Organizational Restructuring Effective April 1st on February 28 - Combining Overseas Planning Department and International Sales Department within Sales Headquarters to Establish "International Business Promotion Department," Strengthening Cooperation Between International Transport Services for Cargo to and from Japan and Logistics Services Overseas.
On February 28th, Tohkai Unyu announced organizational restructuring effective from April 1st. In the headquarters functions, the company will integrate the Overseas Planning Department and the International Sales Department, which is part of the Sales Headquarters, to establish a new department called the "International Business Promotion Department." This reorganization aims to strengthen coordination between international […]