JAPAN NEWS
Title: Osaka Customs Reports Trade Overview for the Hokuriku Region (Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui) in 2023 - Exports Decreased by 5% to 6.319 trillion yen, Imports Declined by 18.7% to 7.233 trillion yen, Resulting in a Surplus of 915 billion yen. Both Exports and Imports Exceeded Last Year's Significant Increase.
According to the trade overview for the year 2023 in the Hokuriku region (Toyama, Ishikawa, Fukui) announced by Osaka Customs on February 28th, exports decreased by 5% year-on-year to 631.9 billion yen, while imports decreased by 18.7% to 723.3 billion yen. As a result, there was a trade surplus of 91.5 billion yen after subtracting […]
Title: Nippon Express NEC Logistics Taiwan (NECL Taiwan) Sets Implementation Date for TFDA Compliance in Taiwan on December 18, 2023 - Announcement by Nippon Express NEC Logistics on February 29.
On the 29th, Nippon Express NEC Logistics, a joint venture between Nippon Express and NEC Logistics, announced that their local subsidiary in Taiwan, Nippon Express NEC Logistics Taiwan (NECL Taiwan), has set December 18, 2023, as the effective date for TFDA (Taiwan Food and Drug Administration) compliance certification. This certification underscores their commitment to meeting […]
Title: Administrative Actions Taken Against General Freight Trucking Operators by Kyushu Transport Bureau, as Announced on February 27 - 4 Companies Penalized in January, including 2 Companies with Vehicle Suspensions.
According to the administrative penalty situation announced by the Kyushu Transport Bureau on February 27th for general freight trucking operators, in January, a total of 4 companies were subject to penalties, including 2 companies that had their vehicles suspended. The details of penalties beyond vehicle suspension are as follows: [Details of the additional penalties are […]
Title: Toyama Prefecture Announces Support for Improving Logistics Productivity and Promoting Diverse Workforce Engagement in Preparation for the Challenges of 2024 - Launch of the Third Round of Subsidies for "Toyama Prefecture Logistics Efficiency Support Project Fund" on February 29.
On February 29th, Toyama Prefecture announced the initiation of the third round of applications for the "Toyama Prefecture Logistics Efficiency Support Project Grant," aimed at supporting efforts by logistics companies and cargo owners within the prefecture to enhance logistics productivity in preparation for the 2024 Problem. The initiative also includes support for environmental improvements to […]
Title: Osaka Customs Grants Approval for Logisteed Nishi Nihon (Konohana-ku, Osaka) as Bonded Warehouse - Newly Authorized Nishi-Yodogawa First Business Office (Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka) is a Two-Story Structure Covering 2613 Square Meters, Constructed with Steel Frame and Alloy-Plated Steel Plates, to Facilitate Import and Export Operations.
On February 26th, Osaka Customs announced the approval of Logisteed Nishi-Nihon's bonded warehouse located in Konohana-ku, Osaka. The approved Nishi-Yodogawa First Office in Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka is a two-story building with a total floor area of 2,613 square meters, constructed with steel alloy plated steel sheets. This facility will serve as a key location for handling […]
Title: The Resilience of Automobiles in the Face of the 2024 Concern - AI Advancements Providing Substantial Risk Coverage, Allowing Vehicles to Maintain a Lead Role in Freight and Passenger Transport amid Growing Uncertainties.
In the midst of the pressing issue of the "Year 2024 Problem," it seems that both freight and passenger transport are not likely to relinquish their dominant roles to automobiles. One compelling explanation is the significant advancement of AI (Artificial Intelligence), which is increasingly covering the risks associated with human driving. This plays a key […]
Title: Kyocera Communication Systems (KCCS) of Fushimi Ward in Kyoto Partners with Komatsu Cummins Engine in Koyama City, Tochigi Prefecture, to Implement IoT Network Solutions Using "Sigfox" for Pallet Management Services on February 29.
Kyocera Communication Systems (KCCS), based in Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, announced on the 29th that they have provided a pallet management service utilizing the IoT (Internet of Things) network "Sigfox" to Komatsu Cummins Engine in Koyama City, Tochigi Prefecture. The use of Sigfox network technology enhances the efficiency and precision of pallet management for the company.
Title: Major Retailer Aeon Announces Initiation of Talks for Merger between Subsidiary Welcia Holdings, Largest Drugstore Chain, and Tsuruha Holdings - Agreement Reached for Industry Top Ranked Domestic Merging of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Largest Companies in Sales.
Retail giant Aeon announced that they, along with subsidiary Welcia Holdings Co., Ltd., the largest drugstore chain, and Tsuruha Holdings Inc. have agreed to initiate discussions towards the integration of management. This merger, if successful, would create a significant consolidation in the industry, with the combined entity ranking as the top two players in domestic […]
Title: Seino Holdings, AeroNext, KDDI Smart Drone, Dentsu Kyushu, and Matsuura City Forge Collaboration Agreement on Utilizing Next-Generation Advanced Technologies such as Drones for Regional Revitalization - Announcement on February 29.
On the 29th, Seino Holdings, Aeronefxt (Shibuya, Tokyo), KDDI Smart Drone (Minato-ku), Dentsu Kyushu (Fukuoka, Fukuoka), and Matsuura City (Nagasaki) announced a collaboration agreement for regional revitalization through the utilization of next-generation advanced technologies including drones. This partnership aims to drive local economic growth and innovation by leveraging advanced technologies in various fields.
Title: Japan Airlines (JAL) Partners with Yokohama City to Collect Household Waste Cooking Oil for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Production - Initiates Oil Collection at AEON Food Style Kamoi Store Starting in March as Part of Environmental Project.
On the 28th, Japan Airlines (JAL) announced a collaboration with the city of Yokohama to collect waste cooking oil from households as a raw material for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). As part of this project, starting in March, waste cooking oil collection will commence at the ion Food Style Kanoi store in Yokohama. The collected […]