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Summary: Due to the logistical disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, M&A activities in the transportation industry have been increasing, with momentum accelerating as the 2024 problem approaches. In addition to these circumstances, selling transportation companies are facing challenges such as rising fuel costs and labor shortages, making business continuation difficult.
The disruptions in logistics during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to increased mergers and acquisitions in the transportation industry, with momentum accelerating as the "2024 Problem" approaches. For transportation companies considering selling their businesses, in addition to these circumstances, factors such as soaring fuel costs and labor shortages present challenges that may impact the continuity […]
Summary: Nankai Shiga (Kounan City, Shiga Prefecture), a manufacturer of housing components, announced on the 13th its efforts to promote the sales of "Fold Deck," a product that the company has developed. The company also shared details about the development process of this product. The Fold Deck is a solution to efficiently divide the loading platform of a truck.
On the 13th, Nankai Shiga, a manufacturer of housing materials based in Konan City, Shiga Prefecture, unveiled their efforts towards promoting the expansion of their product called "Fold Deck." They introduced the product development process and shared details on initiatives aimed at increasing sales of the "Fold Deck." The "Fold Deck" is designed to efficiently […]
Summary: Fukuoka Sonolick (Tosu City, Saga Prefecture), a company that deals with fruit and vegetable sales, announced on the 13th that they have entered into a share transfer agreement and capital alliance with Imai Farm (Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture). Fukuoka Sonolick is a logistics company specializing in agricultural produce transportation in Japan and Asia, using exclusive technologies and expertise in agricultural consulting.
On the 13th, Fukuoka Sonorik, a company engaged in the distribution of fresh produce based in Tosu City, Saga Prefecture, announced that they have entered into a stock transfer agreement with Imai Farm, located in Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, and established a capital partnership. Fukuoka Sonorik is a logistics company specializing in the transportation of […]
Summary: Art Trading (Toshima Ward, Tokyo), which develops EC (electronic commerce) business consulting, conducted a survey on the awareness of using EC sites among a total of 1,000 men and women nationwide in their 20s to 90s, and announced the results. The survey focused on the priority issues when purchasing products on EC sites.
Art Trading, a company that specializes in e-commerce (electronic commerce) business consulting and is based in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, conducted a survey on the awareness of using e-commerce sites among a total of 1000 individuals ranging from men and women in their 20s to their 90s nationwide. The survey aimed to gather insights on the […]
Summary: Daiwa Life Next (Minato Ward, Tokyo), a company specializing in logistics facility management, announced on the 13th that they will begin offering a "Real-time Remote Management Service" that can respond in emergencies such as disasters, aiming to strengthen BCP measures at warehouses and logistics facilities with non-resident management.
On the 13th, Daiwa Life Next, a company specializing in logistics facility management based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced the launch of a "real-time remote management service" aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness measures in warehouses and logistics facilities where they handle on-site management. This service enables remote monitoring and management to ensure swift responses during emergencies […]
Summary: Shikoku Transport Bureau takes administrative action against five general cargo motor vehicle carriers in February, including four companies for vehicle suspension or above.
According to the administrative disciplinary actions issued by the Shikoku Regional Transport Bureau on the 12th, a total of five general cargo trucking companies were penalized in February, with four companies facing penalties beyond vehicle suspension. Among them, Green Line Transport Koyama Sales Office in Kochi City received penalties of a cumulative 80 days of […]
Summary: Completion of "Sendai Port Kohyo District Wharf Reorganization Improvement Project" and commencement of container terminal use at Sendai-Shiogama Port (Sendai Port District) announced by the Civil Engineering Department, Port and Harbor Division in Miyagi Prefecture and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Shiogama Port and Airport Development Office on the 12th.
On the 12th, the Port and Harbor Section of the Miyagi Prefectural Civil Engineering Department and the Shiogama Port and Airport Development Office of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism announced the completion of the "Sendai Port Koyo District Pier Reorganization and Improvement Project." In celebration of this completion, they announced the holding […]
Summary: Japan Trucking Association's Tank Truck and High-pressure Gas Subcommittee announced on the 11th that it has requested the National Petroleum Association and the Oil Federation to thoroughly implement joint meetings during tank lorry unloading. The Subcommittee has been dealing with the issues related to unloading of tank lorries.
On the 11th, the All Japan Trucking Association's Tank Truck and High-Pressure Gas Subcommittee announced that they have formally requested the nationwide Petroleum Association and the Petroleum Federation to ensure the complete implementation of mutual attendance during the unloading of tank trucks. The Subcommittee emphasizes the importance of safety protocols and mutual oversight during the […]
Summary: JAL ABC (Chuo Ward, Tokyo), a member of the JALUX Group which provides airport home delivery services, announced on the 13th that it will integrate the national home delivery service "Pickup Service" provided by Japan Airlines (JAL) into its own "ABC National Home Delivery Service" to form "JAL ABC National Home Delivery Service."
On the 13th, JAL ABC, a subsidiary of the JALUX Group that provides airport delivery services, announced the integration of the domestic delivery service "Pickup Service" offered by JAL into their existing "ABC Nationwide Delivery Service." This consolidation will result in the rebranding of the service to "JALABC Nationwide Delivery Service," aligning the offerings under […]
Summary: TONAMI Holdings announced on the 12th that TONAMI Transport, its core business company (located in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture), has been recognized as an "Excellent Health Management Company 2024 (Large Corporation Category)" jointly selected by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry and the Japan Health Conference.
On the 12th, Tonami Holdings announced that its core business company, Tonami Transportation based in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, has been certified as a "Excellent Health Management Corporation 2024 (Large Corporation Division)" by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry and the Japan Health Council. This recognition is part of a certification system that highlights […]