JAPAN NEWS
Summary: Mitsui & Co announces the restructuring of its food and daily necessities distribution business for retail and food service providers through its subsidiary, Mitsui & Co Logistics Solutions, and three other companies.
On the 15th, Mitsui & Co. announced that its subsidiary, Mitsui & Co. Distribution Holdings, along with four business companies responsible for intermediate distribution functions of food, daily necessities, and sundry goods for retail and food service businesses (Mitsui Foods, Vendor Service, Retail System Service, and Mitsui Logistics Solutions), have collaborated to enhance operational efficiencies […]
Summary: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Announces Continued Support for Management Self-Sufficiency of JR Hokkaido and JR Freight, Aiming for Financial Independence.
On March 15th, the Railway Business Division of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism announced the continuation of support for the financial independence of JR Hokkaido and JR Freight. This support aims to assist both companies in achieving financial independence, along with the ongoing support for JR Shikoku. The support provided for the […]
Summary: Nippon Express announces the launch of 'Sea & Rail Kitakyushu Route (Shin-Moji Port - Osaka South Port)' in collaboration with Meimon Taiyo Ferry, expanding its multimodal shipping service from March 19.
On the 15th, Nippon Express announced a collaboration with the prestigious Taiyo Ferry Co., Ltd. (Nishi-ku, Osaka) to launch the "Sea&Rail" service, a modal combination transport service that combines sea transport and railway transport. The "Sea&Rail" service will commence the "Kitakyushu Route (Shin-Moji Port - Osaka Minami Port)" starting on the 19th. This innovative service […]
Summary: Numajiri Industries Announces Adoption of Health Management System 'Nobi for Driver' from November 2023 to Prevent Serious Accidents Caused by Ageing and Health Problems of Truck Drivers.
On the 15th, Numajiri Sangyo announced the introduction of the health management system "Nobi for Driver" starting from November 2023. The purpose of this system is to prevent serious accidents caused by the aging workforce and health-related issues among truck drivers. By implementing "Nobi for Driver," Numajiri Sangyo aims to proactively manage the health and […]
Summary: Mitsubishi Motors Announces Release of Improved 'Minicab Van' and 'Town Box', Aiming for Better Fuel Efficiency, Through Nationwide Affiliated Sales Companies from March 14.
On the 14th, Mitsubishi Motors announced that they have implemented partial improvements aimed at enhancing fuel efficiency in their light commercial vehicle, the "Minicab Van," and their light passenger vehicle, the "Town Box." These improvements have been made to optimize fuel efficiency, and the vehicles are set to be available for sale nationwide through affiliated […]
Summary: Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Group's MSC South Africa Announces Opening of 'MEDLOG Refrigerated Warehouse Facility'.
On the 13th, MSC South Africa, a part of the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Group, announced the opening of the "MEDLOG Refrigerated Warehouse Facility." This newly established large-scale refrigerated warehouse facility will serve as a hub for the import and export of fresh food products from both domestic and international sources in South Africa, catering […]
Summary: The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau Announces the Resumption of Large Cargo Ship Usage at Naoetsu Port Central Wharf Mineral Product Berth from March 16, following the completion of emergency restoration work after being unavailable due to the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
On the 15th, the Hokuriku Regional Development Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism announced the resumption of the use of the central pier mineral wharf at Naoetsu Port for large cargo ships starting from the 16th. The port was rendered unusable due to the Noto Peninsula Earthquake, but emergency restoration work […]
"TOPPAN Establishes New FC-BGA Production Base in Singapore"
On the 14th, TOPPAN Holdings announced that its subsidiary, TOPPAN, has established a new production base for FC-BGA substrates in Singapore, complementing the existing facility in Niigata. This dual-site setup aims to enhance stable supply and business continuity planning for FC-BGA substrates. FC-BGA substrates play a crucial role in...
Summary: Fukuoka Transportation announces its selection in the 'DX Division' of the '300 Flourishing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Small Businesses' selected and commended by Japan's Small and Medium Enterprise Agency for the fiscal year 2023.
Fukuoka Unyu announced that it has been selected and recognized in the "DX Division" of the "300 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Small Businesses Taking Flight" for the 2023 fiscal year, as designated by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency. The "300 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Small Businesses Taking Flight" program recognizes companies in […]
Summary: Weathernews introduces 'Heat Index (Heat Stroke Risk)' feature in its high-performance weather IoT sensor 'Soratena Pro', which can now also send email notifications and control warning lights and other devices.
On the 14th, Weathernews, based in Mihama-ku, Chiba City, announced the launch of a heatstroke risk assessment feature using their high-performance weather IoT sensor, "Solatena Pro." This feature provides a "heat index (heatstroke risk)" to assess the risk of heatstroke. Additionally, they have enhanced the alert function by including email notifications and integrating with visual […]