“Numajiri Industries Installs Solar Power Service at Its Logistics Center in Tsukuba City”
On the 19th, Numajiri Sangyo announced the implementation of the “TERASEL Solar” self-consumption type solar power generation service provided by Itochu Enex at their Enokido Logistics Center in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The introduction of this service aims to enhance sustainability and energy efficiency at the facility. The adoption of the “TERASEL Solar” service at […]
“NX International Logistics (China) Conducts Tree Planting Initiative in Shanghai”
On the 21st, Nippon Express Holdings announced that their group company overseeing the East Asia region, NX International Logistics (China), conducted a tree-planting activity in Shanghai, China. The initiative took place on the 3rd as part of their environmental and social contribution efforts, with employees and their families participating in the activity. Nippon Express Holdings […]
“Japan’s Trade Deficit at 379.4 billion yen in February, Exports and Imports Increase”
According to the preliminary trade statistics for February released by the Ministry of Finance on the 21st, the total export value was 8.2492 trillion yen (an increase of 7.8% compared to the same month last year), while the total import value reached 8.6286 trillion yen (a 0.5% increase year-on-year). As a result, the trade balance […]
“Konoike Transport Establishes ‘Quality of Management Council’ to Prevent Misconduct”
On the 19th, Koike Transport announced the establishment of an “Management Quality Council” within the company effective April 1st. This decision follows the revelation in February of fictitious billing and embezzlement by employees. In response, an internal control investigation committee was created to consider measures to prevent such incidents from occurring again. The interim report […]
“Four Companies Penalized for Not Adhering to Duty Hours, Reports Hokuriku-Shinetsu Transportation Bureau”
On March 21st, the Hokuriku-Shinetsu Transport Bureau announced administrative sanctions for violations of regulations in the general cargo truck transportation industry for the month of February. Four penalties were issued, including vehicle suspension for up to a maximum of 90 days. All four cases involved violations of the “Non-compliance with the Compliance Order on Driving […]
“AnyMind Group Acquires Malaysia-based E-commerce Support Company Archer Digital”
On the 21st, Enymind Group announced that they have acquired all the shares of Arche Digital, an e-commerce support company in Malaysia, and have successfully made it a subsidiary. Arche Digital offers comprehensive support for e-commerce operations and marketing in Malaysia. Enymind Group’s acquisition of Arche Digital demonstrates their strategic expansion into the e-commerce market […]
“Land Freight Fatal Workplace Accidents Down by Four Compared to Last Year”
On the 19th, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare released a preliminary report on the “Status of Occupational Accidents in March.” According to the report, the preliminary number of fatalities in the land freight transportation industry in 2024 was 13, which represents a decrease of 4 individuals compared to the same period last year, […]
“Shibusawa Warehouse Earns Upgraded Rating from Japan Credit Rating Agency”
On the 19th, Shibaura Warehouse announced that their rating from Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) has been upgraded. The rating was publicly disclosed on the same day. The long-term issuer rating has been raised from “A-” to “A,” with the outlook of the rating changing from “Positive” to “Stable.” Additionally, the bond rating has been […]
“Moji Custom Grants Import Clearance Permit to Cosmetics Import Proxy, Bloom”
On the 19th, Moji Customs announced that they have granted customs clearance permission to Bloom, a company based in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, which specializes in importing cosmetics and related products. The location of Bloom’s Karatsu head office customs clearance office is 1901-457 Hamasaki, Hamatama-cho, Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture. Stay updated on Bloom’s customs operations […]
“AeroNext Wins in DX Category in ‘300 Energetic SMEs’ Award 2023”
On the 21st, AeroNext, a company involved in drone operations based in Shibuya, Tokyo, announced that they have been awarded in the DX category of the “300 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Small Businesses Soaring in 2023” program. The program aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises in adapting to the changing economic and social […]