JAPAN NEWS
Summary: Naito House (located in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture) announced on the 12th the completion of the low-temperature logistics warehouse owned by Katsura Trading (Minami Ward, Kyoto City) on February 16th. The warehouse, situated in Kumamoto Prefecture, aims to address challenges in the agriculture industry, such as a shortage of labor force and logistical issues. Additionally...
On the 12th, Naito House, located in Nirasaki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, announced the completion of the low-temperature logistics warehouse operated by Keito Trading in Kyoto's Minami Ward on February 16th. The warehouse is situated in Kumamoto Prefecture and is intended to address challenges such as the shortage of agricultural workers and the logistics issues facing […]
Summary: Nippon Express Holdings announced on March 12 that Nippon Express's railway container handling performance for February was 112,362 units (a decrease of 1.9% compared to the same month last year). In the Tohoku region, the number of return shipping pallets decreased, while in the Tokyo metropolitan area, handling of chilled beverages...
According to the announcement made by NIPPON EXPRESS Holdings on March 12th, Nippon Express' handling of railway containers in February amounted to 112,362 units, representing a 1.9% decrease compared to the same month last year. In the Tohoku region, there was a decrease in the number of return pallets handled, while in the Greater Tokyo […]
Summary: TATSUMI KOGYO, an insulation panel manufacturer specializing in manufacturing, assembly, and construction of commercial prefab refrigerated warehouses, announced the shipment of its first batch from the new "Kisarazu Plant" on March 8 to a large logistics center under construction in Noda, Chiba Prefecture.
On March 12th, Tatsumi Kogyo, a manufacturer of insulated panels for commercial prefabricated refrigerators, announced the shipment of the "initial cargo" from their new factory, the "Kisarazu Plant," on March 8th. The delivery was made to a large logistics center under construction in Noda, Chiba Prefecture. Stay updated on the latest developments in the production […]
Summary: Fujitex to host seminar on automation grants for setting up new logistics centers and facility investments targeting companies with less than 2,000 employees on March 18. The subsidy announced by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry in the supplementary budget for fiscal year 2023 covers equipment for labor and cost reduction.
On March 18th, Fujitex will be hosting a seminar titled "Subsidies for Labor-Saving Investments in New Logistics Centers and Facilities," targeting companies with fewer than 2,000 employees. The seminar aims to provide information on subsidies available for new logistics center establishment and equipment investment, as announced by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry in […]
Summary: Fukuyama Transport and Komaru Kotsu Foundation, in collaboration with the Fukuyama Higashi Police Station, organized a traffic safety seminar for 22 elderly individuals at the Fukuyama Senior University. Topics included hazard prediction using drive recorders and cycling simulations.
On March 11th, Fukuyama Transport and Komaru Kotsu Foundation, in collaboration with the Fukuyama Higashi Police Station in Hiroshima Prefecture, held a traffic safety seminar for 22 elderly individuals at the Fukuyama Senior University. The seminar included sessions on "Risk Prediction Using Drive Recorders" and "Bicycle Simulator Training" aimed at enhancing awareness and promoting safe […]
Summary: Funai Consulting Logistics to Host Free Seminar on Logistics Cost Crisis and Cost Mitigation Strategies for Shippers and Logistics Subsidiaries on April 5 at the Yaesu Seminar Room, focusing on practical solutions.
Fumai Soken Logistics will be hosting a free seminar titled "2025 Logistics Cost Crisis - Roadmap for Cost Increase Countermeasures - Practical Edition" on April 5th at their Yaesu Seminar Room in Tokyo. The seminar is targeted towards logistics department personnel of shipper companies and logistics subsidiary staff members. Attendees can expect insights and strategies […]
Summary: Mitsui Warehouse Holdings Selected for "MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index" Constituents by GPIF for ESG Investment, as announced on March 12.
Mitsui-Soko Holdings announced on March 12th that they have been selected as a component stock in the "MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index," which the Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) recently adopted for ESG investments. This selection highlights Mitsui-Soko Holdings' commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and signifies its recognition as a leading […]
Summary: Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate to Host Logistics Warehouse Robotics Exhibition on March 25-26 at Shinagawa Intercity Hall in Tokyo, featuring renowned logistics robotics companies, warehouse technologies, and operations.
Nippon Steel Kowa Real Estate will be hosting the "Logistics Warehouse Robotics Operation Exhibition 2024" on March 25th and 26th at the Shinagawa Intercity Hall in Minato-ku, Tokyo. The event will feature renowned logistics robotics companies, warehouse management solution providers, and experts in the field showcasing the latest technologies and innovations in warehouse robotics operations. […]
Summary: Libero, the operator of the platform service "HAKOPLA" for moving companies, announced on the 12th the increase in the number of moving applications for 2024 and the impact of the driver's overtime hours limit regulation under the "Workstyle Reform Related Laws" on the moving industry.
On the 12th, Libero, the operator of the platform service "HAKOPLA" for moving companies, addressed the anticipated increase in the number of moving requests in 2024 and the impact of regulations on driver overtime hours due to the "Workstyle Reform Related Laws" within the moving industry. These changes are expected to have a significant impact […]
Summary: Navitime Japan (located in Minato Ward, Tokyo) announced on the 12th that they are introducing new features to their smartphone drive recorder app "AiRCAM" (AirCam). The updated AiRCAM app, compatible with Android OS, includes a feature that captures the driver's face using the front-facing camera and utilizes AI technology for...
On the 12th, Navitime Japan, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, announced the introduction of new features to their smartphone drive recorder app, "AiRCAM." The app, compatible with Android OS, will now include a function that utilizes the front camera to capture the driver's face. Through AI technology, [additional functionality]. This enhancement aims to [purpose]. Stay updated […]