Summary: SkyPeak Conducts Demonstration Experiment on Drone Logistics Operation Verification with Emphasis on Beyond Visual Line of Sight Flights under Controlled Conditions on February 27th.
SkyPeak, located in Shibuya, Tokyo, and specializing in education, talent development, and implementation support in the industrial drone field, announced on the 8th that they conducted a demonstration experiment on operation verification for drone logistics involving beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights under controlled management on February 27. This initiative aimed to validate the […]
Summary: Daimler Trucks Announces DB Schenker’s Introduction of FUSO Electric Truck “eCanter” for Delivery Operations in Finland.
On the 7th, Daimler Trucks (Germany) announced that the German logistics giant DB Schenker has introduced FUSO’s EV (electric vehicle) truck “eCanter” in their delivery operations in Finland. This move demonstrates DB Schenker’s commitment to incorporating electric trucks into their fleet for sustainable and eco-friendly transportation solutions.
Summary: NK Trans, part of Nichirei Logi Group, to Open Shizuoka Suruga Sales Office in May.
On the 7th, NK Trans, a part of the Nichirei Logistics Group based in Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo, announced the upcoming establishment of their Shizuoka Suruga Sales Office in Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City in May. This new office will be strategically located in close proximity to the Tomei Expressway and the Nihondaira-Kunozan Smart Interchange, serving as […]
Summary: Nippon Express Holdings Group’s NX Shoji Initiates Demonstration Experiment on Hydroponic Wasabi Cultivation Using Containers in Collaboration with Kanazawa Institute of Technology.
On the 8th, NX Shoji, a part of the Nippon Express Holdings Group based in Minato Ward, Tokyo, announced the commencement of a collaborative project with Kanazawa Institute of Technology to conduct a demonstration experiment on hydroponic cultivation of wasabi using containers. The initiative was spearheaded by Professor Atsushi Hirama of Kanazawa Institute of Technology […]
Summary: “WebKIT” from Japan Trucking Association and Japan Federation of Freight Industries Associations Reports 11% Decrease in Truck Requests Registration in February.
The All Japan Trucking Association (Zenkokyo) and the Japan Federation of Freight Industry Cooperative Associations (Nikaryo) recently announced that the number of truck requests registered on the WebKIT platform for February decreased by 11% compared to the same month last year, totaling 135,510 requests. Additionally, the number of cargo matching cases decreased by 3% during […]
Title: Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Awarded Supplier Engagement Leader Status for 6th Consecutive Year by International Non-profit Organization CDP. On the 7th, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha announced that they have been recognized as a Supplier Engagement Leader, the highest rank in supplier engagement evaluation, by the international non-profit organization CDP. This marks the sixth consecutive year that the company has received this prestigious recognition for their efforts in disclosing and assessing climate-related information…
On the 7th, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. announced that they have been recognized by the international non-profit organization CDP as a Supplier Engagement Leader, the highest rank in supplier engagement evaluation, for the sixth consecutive year. The evaluation includes disclosure and assessment of climate change-related information among major global companies.
Summary: Blue Innovation Conducts Bridge Inspection in Wajima City Using Sphere Drone “ELIOS 3” in Response to Request from Ishikawa Prefecture.
On the 8th, Blue Innovation, a provider of logistics solutions, announced that they conducted bridge inspections within Wajima City using the spherical drone “ELIOS 3” in response to a request from the city in Ishikawa Prefecture. The inspections involved checking bridges in the urban area as well as in mountainous regions of Wajima City. Inspection […]
Summary: Vizicom to Exhibit at Retail Tech Japan 2024 Event in Tokyo from March 12th to 15th, Focusing on Driving Digital Transformation in Stores.
Recently, Vizicom, based in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo, announced their participation in “Retail Tech Japan 2024,” scheduled to be held at Tokyo Big Sight from March 12th to 15th. The company will be showcasing their theme of promoting Digital Transformation (DX) for stores to enhance retail experiences and operational efficiency.
Summary: Nippon Yusen Receives Top Award at “Data Management 2024” Event Hosted by JDMC.
On the 8th, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK) announced that they have been awarded the grand prize at “Data Management 2024,” organized by the Japan Data Management Consortium (JDMC). This award aims to promote the importance of data management and share innovative initiatives in the field. NYK’s achievement signifies recognition for their advancements and contributions […]
Summary: West Japan Railway’s International Logistics Division Reports Decrease in Air Cargo Handling Performance for February.
According to the announcement made by the International Logistics Business Division of Nishi-Nippon Railway on the 8th, the air cargo handling performance for February showed a 15% decrease in export mixed-weight compared to the same month last year, totaling 3,036 tons. Additionally, the number of import customs clearance cases decreased by 13.7% to 6,148 cases. […]