JAPAN NEWS
Summary: Daiwa House Industry and JR Freight jointly develop 'DPL Chiba Rail Gate', a multi-tenant logistics facility, in Chiba city.
On March 13th, Daiwa House Industry and Japan Freight Railway Company (JR Freight) announced their collaboration in the joint development of the multi-tenant logistics facility, "DPL Chiba Rail Gate," in Mihama Ward, Chiba City. A groundbreaking ceremony was conducted on the same day to mark the commencement of the project. The facility, with a total […]
Summary: Japan GLP announces completion of advanced logistics facility 'GLP Chiba North' dedicated to Shibusawa Warehouse.
On March 13th, Japan GLP announced the completion of the advanced logistics facility "GLP Chiba Kita" with a total floor area of 23,000 square meters in Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture. This facility will be exclusively utilized by Shibazawa Warehouse for their operations. Shibazawa Warehouse specializes in beverage logistics and will utilize the dedicated facility within […]
Summary: DriverEVER promotes its system for shipping companies at 24-hour convenience gym 'chocoZAP'.
On February 1st, Droever initiated a promotion for the job search site "Droever" and the logistics operator system "UnSOUL" at 116 stores of the convenience gym "chocoZAP" operated by RIZAP in the greater Tokyo area. This promotion aimed to raise awareness and showcase the benefits of Droever's job search platform and the logistics operator system […]
Summary: NEXCO West Japan announces extension of Special Discount on Okinawa Expressway until March 2025 for ETC Vehicles.
On March 13th, NEXCO West Japan announced the extension of the special discount program for the Okinawa Expressway for ETC-equipped vehicles until the end of March 2025. This extension applies to the current 35.5% discount on toll fees for the entire expressway and aims to provide continued benefits for ETC users traveling on the Okinawa […]
Summary: Green Co-op initiates distribution of school meal ingredients to earthquake-damaged schools in Noto Peninsula.
On March 13th, Green Co-op Community announced the initiation of donations of food ingredients for school meals to elementary schools affected by the Noto Peninsula earthquake. In response to the challenges faced in the disaster-stricken areas, such as logistical disruptions, damage to cooking facilities, water supply interruptions, the provision of food supplies for school meals […]
Summary: NE introduces New Feature to Minimize Delivery Distance in EC Centralized Management Platform.
On March 13th, NE, a company specializing in e-commerce support services, announced the introduction of a new feature on their cloud-based centralized e-commerce management platform, "Next Engine." This new feature aims to optimize transportation costs for e-commerce businesses with multiple inventory storage locations by linking ordered products with inventory information specific to each storage facility. […]
Summary: JICA contributes to logistics in Zimbabwe through Grant Aid for road improvement.
On March 11th, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Grant Agreement with the government of Zimbabwe in Harare for the "Second North-South Corridor Northern Section Road Rehabilitation Project." Under this agreement, JICA will provide grant assistance of up to 2.389 billion yen for the road improvement project in Zimbabwe. This initiative aims to […]
Summary: Mitsui O.S.K. Lines announces completion of LNG-powered Car Carrier 'CERULEAN ACE'.
On March 13th, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) announced the completion of the LNG-powered car carrier vessel "CERULEAN ACE" that was constructed at the Shin-Kurushima Dockyard in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture. The "CERULEAN ACE" will be primarily fueled by LNG (liquefied natural gas) and is set to serve various clients, including Mazda, among others, in the […]
Summary: Daiwa Life Next launches Real-time Remote Management Service for Non-resident Managed Warehouses.
On March 13th, Daiwa Life Next, a company within the Daiwa House Group specializing in building management services, announced the launch of their "Real-Time Remote Management Service" aimed at enhancing Business Continuity Planning (BCP) measures in warehouses and logistics facilities where they provide non-resident management services. This service allows for real-time monitoring and remote management […]
Summary: Maruwa Transport Agency launches new season with new team name "AZ-MOMOTARO'S".
On March 13th, Maruwa Unyu Kikan announced the new team name for their rugby team as "AZ-MOMOTARO’S" and revealed their commitment to competing in the upcoming season under this new team structure. The new team name, "AZ-MOMOTARO’S," combines the company group's collective name, "AZ-COM Maruwa," with the iconic Japanese folklore hero, Momotaro. This amalgamation reflects […]