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Summary: Souco Announces the Addition of Information on Logistic Real Estate Mediated by Esoko, a Company Specializing in Logistic Real Estate Business, to their Portal Site ‘Souco Rental (Beta)’ which Enables the Search for Rental Warehouses Across Japan.

On March 19th, souco announced the addition of logistics real estate information brokered by E-Souco to their portal site “souco Rent (Beta version),” where users can search for rental warehouses across Japan. This collaboration enhances the platform by offering valuable information on logistics real estate properties mediated by E-Souco. The integration of logistics real estate […]

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Summary: Mos Food Services, Operator of Mos Burger, Announces Enhanced Efforts Towards Logistics Efficiency Including Early Morning Unmanned Delivery at Some of its Stores in Tokyo from April, as a Response to the 2024 Logistics Issue.

On March 19th, Mos Food Services, the company behind the Mos Burger chain, announced its plans to enhance logistics efficiency by implementing early morning unmanned deliveries at select stores in Tokyo as part of its response to the logistics challenges of 2024. Previously, deliveries were scheduled to align with the operating hours of the stores, […]

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Summary: Japan Material, Japan Transcity, and Japan Freight Railway (JR Freight) Begin Full-scale Operation of Modal Combination for Transport of ‘Semiconductor Material Gas’ used in the Manufacturing Process of Semiconductors, Utilizing both Freight Railway and Truck Transportation from March 19.

On March 19th, Japan Material, Nihon Trans City, and Japan Freight Railway (JR Freight) announced the commencement of full-scale operations using a modal combination of freight railway and truck transport for the transportation of “semiconductor material gases” used in the semiconductor manufacturing process. This initiative aims to leverage the strengths of both rail and road […]

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“DM Solutions Conducts Survey on Logistics Challenges for Frequent E-commerce Users”

On the 19th, DM Solutions (Musashino City, Tokyo), a logistics and shipping agency specializing in e-commerce (electronic commerce) businesses, announced that they conducted a consumer awareness survey regarding the logistics challenges anticipated in 2024 targeting frequent users of e-commerce. The survey aimed to gather insights on consumer perceptions related to the logistics issues expected in […]

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Summary: Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) Announces Acquisition of Logistics Facility in Moji District, Kitakyushu City as Part of its Real Estate Business Initiatives, Anticipating Demand Against the Background of the ‘2024 Problem’.

On March 18th, Kyushu Railway Company (JR Kyushu) announced the acquisition of a logistics facility in Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City as part of its real estate business initiatives. The facility is located in close proximity to the Shimonoseki Ferry Terminal and is also conveniently situated 2.4 kilometers from the Shimonoseki Interchange on the Kyushu Expressway. […]

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“Nippon Express Introduces Multimodal Ferry and Rail Freight Service”

On the 19th, Nippon Express Holdings announced that Nippon Express, in collaboration with Express Corporation (Hyuga City, Miyazaki Prefecture) and Miyazaki Car Ferry (Miyazaki City), has launched a modal combination transportation service that combines maritime and railway transport services. Stay informed about the innovative modal combination transportation service introduced by Nippon Express and its partners […]

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“Osaka Port to Launch ‘CONPAS’ Information System in Its Container Terminal”

On the 19th, Osaka City announced that they will commence the operation of the port information system “CONPAS,” developed by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism, at the Osaka Port Yumeshima Container Terminal (DICT) starting from the 29th. The implementation of CONPAS is scheduled for the first half of this fiscal year at […]

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“Navitime Japan Enhances Delivery Planning API, Supports Two-Wheel Vehicles”

On the 19th, NAVITIME JAPAN (Minato-ku, Tokyo) announced the enhancement of the delivery planning feature of their corporate map and route search API, “NAVITIME API.” They will introduce an automatic allocation function for delivery personnel that supports motorcycles, bicycles, and walking starting from the same day. This upgrade aims to streamline delivery operations and improve […]

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“New President Appointed for Sakurajima Wharf, Current President Becomes Chairman”

On the 19th, Sakurajima Wharf announced a significant top management change, with Shinsuke Matsuoka becoming the Chairman and Yuusuke Tanimoto, currently the Managing Director, being promoted to the position of President. The transition will take effect on June 26th. Mr. Tanimoto, aged 63, joined Mitsubishi Corporation in 1983 and served as an Executive Managing Director […]

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“Meito Transportation Launches Third Cold Storage Warehouse in Vietnam”

On the 19th, Meito Unyu (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo) announced that its 100% subsidiary in Vietnam, “MEITO VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED,” has commenced operations of the “Third Warehouse,” which is the third cold storage warehouse in the country. The initiation of operations at the Third Warehouse signifies Meito Vietnam’s continued expansion and commitment to providing cold storage solutions […]

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