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Summary: Naito House announced on March 12 the launch of the warehouse brand “SoZoCo” and the completion of the Kumamoto Low-Temperature Logistics Center, owned by Katsura Tsuusho, on February 16. The facility specializes in low-temperature storage for fresh produce, expanding Katsura Tsuusho’s presence beyond the Kansai region.

On March 12th, Naito House announced the launch of their warehouse brand “SoZoCo” and the completion of the Kumamoto Low-Temperature Logistics Center, operated by Keito Trading, on February 16th. The facility will serve as a low-temperature storage warehouse for storing fresh produce. Keito Trading, known for their refrigerated warehouses in the Kansai region, expands their […]

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Summary: NaviTime Japan announced on March 12 the launch of their drive recorder app “AiRCAM,” equipped with AI and AR technology. The app uses AI facial recognition to analyze real-time footage of the driver captured by the smartphone’s front camera, detecting behaviors such as drowsy driving and distracted driving as a safety measure.

On March 12th, Navitime Japan announced the launch of a new feature in their drive recorder app “AiRCAM,” which is equipped with AI and AR technology. Starting on the same day, the app can analyze real-time footage of the driver captured by the smartphone’s front camera using AI facial recognition. This feature is designed to […]

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Summary: Descartes Datamine released data on container shipping volumes from Asia to the United States in February based on U.S. Customs B/L statistics. The data showed a 28.1% increase compared to the previous month, showcasing trends in container transport from 10 Asian countries/regions to the U.S.

On March 12th, Decart DataMine released the container shipping volume performance data for Asia to the United States (outbound) for the month of February, compiled based on the US Customs B/L statistics. The data revealed a 28.1% increase in container transport volume for February compared to the previous month. Stay informed about trends in container […]

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Summary: Major shipping companies (Nippon Yusen, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Kawasaki Kisen) announced their certification as “Excellent Health Management Corporations for 2024 (Large Corporation Division)” on March 11-12. The accolade reflects their commitment to promoting health and well-being in the workplace.

On March 11-12, the three major shipping companies, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), and Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line), each announced their certification as “Excellent Corporations for Health Management 2024” in the large-scale corporation category. The certification recognizes their efforts in promoting health management practices within their organizations. This achievement reflects […]

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Summary: Nippon Express Holdings announced on March 12 the international ocean freight handling performance for February. The export consolidation weight in Japan totaled 18,532 TEU (a decrease of 9.0% compared to the same month last year), while the overseas total reached 54,000 TEU (an increase of 35.4%)….

According to the international ocean freight handling performance announced by Nippon Express Holdings on March 12th, the consolidated export weight in February was 18,532 TEUs for Japan (a decrease of 9.0% compared to the same month last year), 54,000 TEUs internationally (an increase of 35.4%), and a total of global TEUs. Stay informed about global […]

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Summary: Nippon Express Holdings announced on March 12 the international air cargo handling performance for February. The total consolidated export weight for Japan decreased by 1.6% to 26,630 tons, while the overseas total increased by 38.4% to 53,200 tons, resulting in a global total of 79,000…

According to the international air freight handling performance announced by Nippon Express Holdings on March 12th, the consolidated export weight in February was 26,630 tons for Japan (a decrease of 1.6% compared to the same month last year), 53,200 tons internationally (an increase of 38.4%), and 79,830 tons globally. Stay informed about global air cargo […]

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Summary: Hankyu Hanshin Express announced on March 12 the air export and import handling performance for February. The air export handling volume decreased by 17.9% to 8,857 cases, and the handling weight decreased by 17.3% to 2,688 tons compared to the same month last year. Performance varied across destinations, with TC-1 shipments…

According to the announcement made by Hankyu Hanshin Express on March 12th regarding their air export and import handling performance in February, the number of air export shipments was 8,857 (a decrease of 17.9% compared to the same month last year), and the handled weight was 2,688 tons (a decrease of 17.3%). The performance breakdown […]

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Summary: AeroSense announced on March 12 that it participated in a demonstration experiment conducted by Shizuoka Prefecture on March 8 for long-distance transport of medical equipment using drones. AeroSense operated the vertical take-off and landing fixed-wing drone “AeroBowing,” which successfully flew across Suruga Bay and landed as part of the experiment.

On March 12th, Aerosense announced its participation in a verification test conducted by Shizuoka Prefecture on March 8th for long-distance transportation of medical equipment using drones. Aerosense operated the vertical take-off and landing fixed-wing drone (VTOL) “Aerowing” for this test. The drone successfully crossed Suruga Bay and completed its landing demonstration as part of the […]

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Summary: FedEx Express announced on March 12 that they successfully completed the first cross-border delivery from Malaysia to Singapore using an electric vehicle (EV). In this initiative, on February 27, a package was transported from FedEx’s office in Shah Alam, Malaysia to a location in Changi, Singapore, covering a distance of 406km.

On March 12th, FedEx Express announced the successful completion of the first cross-border delivery from Malaysia to Singapore using an electric vehicle (EV). In this initiative, on February 27th, a package was transported from FedEx’s facility in Shah Alam, Malaysia to their facility in Changi South, Singapore, covering a distance of 406 km. This milestone […]

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Summary: Nishitetsu Transport announced on March 12 that they visited two universities in Thailand and three universities in Indonesia, conducting company orientation sessions for students in job hunting and university career centers from February 26 to March 1. This marked the first time for the company to hold orientation sessions in Thailand.

On March 12th, Nippon Express announced that they visited two universities in Thailand and three universities in Indonesia, conducting company briefing sessions for university students and career centers engaged in job hunting activities from February 26th to March 1st. This marks the first time a company briefing session was held in Thailand. The sessions aimed […]

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