List of news articles written by Okuda of the LNEWS editorial department
- 179 people participated in a memorial service and beach cleanup 20 years after the Mitsui O.S.K. Lines/GIANT STEP ship grounding accident. (February 10) October 13, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Nippon Express/Skater Shogo Miyata achieves a double victory in the 500m and 1000m at the All Japan Distance Championships and secures a place on the Japanese national team. (February 10) October 13, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Mitsubishi Estate to take on its first logistics facility development project in Pune, India, developing two properties with a total area of 95,000 m2 in a major manufacturing hub. (February 10) October 13, 2026 international
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- GLP Japan will hold a preview event for "Marq Kitamoto" in Saitama Prefecture on October 21st and 22nd.
- CBRE begins tenant leasing for a 1.4 m2 multi-tenant logistics facility in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture.
- CBRE/Hyogo: Open House and Foreign Worker System Seminar to be held on October 22nd at "Rene Logi Kobe Port Island"
- Mitani Computer launches AI-powered WMS "W-KEEPER AX" and demonstrates it at EC General Exhibition.
- TC Shinko Real Estate / Seeking tenants for "AS-LOGI Ayase" in Kanagawa Prefecture and "AS-LOGI Suzuka" in Mie Prefecture.
- Colliers will hold an open house for its logistics facility in Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture on October 22nd and 23rd.
- Daito Kentaku and Nippon Logistics Facilities to complete a logistics facility near the "Sayama-Hidaka IC" in Saitama Prefecture in February 2027.
- CREDO / Saitama Prefecture "CREDO Kazo" Preview Event to be held on October 20th and 21st
- NEC and NBC Information Systems to hold "Affordable DX" seminars on October 14, 23, and 27.
- Daito Kentaku and Japan Logistics Facilities to complete a logistics center near the "Samukawa Kita IC" in Kanagawa Prefecture in April 2027.
- Mitsubishi Estate / Open House for "LogiCross Osaka Taisho II" on October 20th and 21st
- CBRE will hold an open house and recruitment strengthening seminar at "CPD Tokai Chita" in Aichi Prefecture on October 15th and 16th.
- CBRE / Short-term contracts also available. Open house to be held on October 15th at the (tentative name) Kawanishi Logistics Center in Hyogo Prefecture.
- Yamato Holdings invests in Ocean, a refund-type tax exemption platform, to support new solutions for reforming the tax exemption system. (February 10) October 13, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- NXHD acquires Canadian 3PL company as subsidiary, strengthening its group business base in North America. (February 10) October 9, 2026 international
- Nissin completes "Kobe Chemicals Center" in Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, to handle refrigerated and frozen hazardous materials. (February 10) October 9, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Zero Group company Kyukura opens new warehouse in Kanda-machi, Fukuoka Prefecture to meet semiconductor demand and other needs. (February 10) October 9, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Yamato Transport has resumed its "Kuroneko Post-Payment Service," which had been suspended due to unauthorized access by a third party. (February 10) October 9, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Nippon Express: July railway container handling performance down 13.1% (February 10) October 9, 2026 Surveys and Statistics
- Nippon Yusen/Serious accident response training simulating grounding and oil spill in the Seto Inland Sea (February 10) October 9, 2026 CSR
- Hanshin Electric Railway and Hankyu Hanshin Real Estate begin construction of the first refrigerated and frozen logistics facility in the "Logista" series in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture. (February 10) October 8, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Kokubu Hokkaido launches demonstration project for new transportation model utilizing railways. (February 10) October 8, 2026 SCM/Management
- T2/Combining autonomous trucks with next-generation fuels to decarbonize logistics; participating in a demonstration project by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. (February 10) October 8, 2026 IT/Equipment
- New departure and arrival base established in Kyoto Prefecture for long-distance test runs of robot trucks/Level 4 autonomous vehicles. (February 10) October 8, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha/Joint Venture's LNG bunkering vessel achieves 200 accident-free fuel deliveries. (February 10) October 8, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Suntory Logistics/Optimind will gradually introduce their automated dispatch system "Loogia". (February 10) October 7, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Laputa Robotics/Logisteed to introduce a flexible automated warehouse at its East Japan sales office. (February 10) October 7, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Partnering with Hakobel/Box Charter, we offer a new option for small-lot shipments. (February 10) October 7, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Warabeya Nichiyo HD Financial Results: Logistics business sales for March-August increased by 0.3% to 6.323 billion yen. (February 10) October 7, 2026 Settlement
- Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) receives Singapore's "Green Ship Award" for two LNG carriers. (February 10) October 7, 2026 CSR
- Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) consolidates three Singapore-based group companies into a new office to strengthen its business base. (February 10) October 7, 2026 international
- JILS/Logistics National Convention 2026 to be held: "New challenges to support a sustainable society" (February 10) October 6, 2026 SCM/Management
- Nitori to open resource recycling center in Honjo City, Saitama Prefecture, to begin operations in fiscal year 2028. (February 10) October 5, 2026 CSR
- Yamato Transport launches "ECOBox" confidential document recycling service nationwide for individual customers. (February 10) October 5, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Mitsui Warehouse Holdings launches "DX Practical Training" for new employees to cultivate hybrid talent with expertise in both on-site operations and IT. (February 10) October 5, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Nippon Express transports relief supplies to areas affected by the Kumamoto earthquake and heavy rains in Ishikawa Prefecture. (February 10) October 5, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Kuradashi/Supports Q'sai's logistics by leveraging its food logistics expertise. (February 10) October 5, 2026 SCM/Management
- SGHD/Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University to conduct practical training course, with 4 employees providing lectures and assignment support. (February 10) October 5, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- GLP Japan completes "Marq Kumamoto Kikuchi," a 1.8 m2 SSX-dedicated logistics facility in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture. (February 10) October 2, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines: 28 new employees join the company at the induction ceremony; President Tamura says, "Deepen your understanding of the code of conduct and contribute to the development of our business." (February 10) October 2, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- NXHD and JAL partner to utilize dedicated cargo aircraft for transportation within Asia and between North America and Asia. (February 10) October 1, 2026 international
- NYK Logistics opens 30,000 m2 dedicated pharmaceutical warehouse in Germany, nearly doubling storage capacity. (February 10) October 1, 2026 international
- Konoike Transport/Hacobu-developed new dispatch management system fully operational, reducing monthly workload by the equivalent of 1.5 people. (February 10) October 1, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism opens second round of applications for subsidies for the introduction of emergency power supply equipment in logistics facilities. (February 10) October 1, 2026 SCM/Management
- JPR launches "Delivery Information" service to provide truck drivers with on-site information for delivery locations. (February 10) October 1, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Mitsui Warehouse Holdings publishes "Integrated Report VALUE REPORT 2026" and "Sustainability Data Book 2026". (February 10) October 1, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Logisteed President Nakatani: Global offensive with relisting in mind, "emphasizing sustainable growth" (February 09) September 30, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Fukuoka Jisho Co., Ltd. completes fourth logistics facility in Sue-machi, Fukuoka Prefecture, multi-tenant type, 20,000 m2 (February 09) September 30, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Logisteed HD publishes "Integrated Report 2026" (Japanese and English) (February 09) September 30, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Prologis to begin construction in June 2027 and complete in February 2029 on "Prologis Park Sakai," a logistics facility in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture. (February 09) September 29, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Sagawa Express will introduce a peak season surcharge for its international express delivery service, effective October 1st. (February 09) September 29, 2026 international
- Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. begins construction of a 17,000 m2 multi-tenant logistics facility in Niigata City, with completion scheduled for the end of November 2027. (February 09) September 29, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Nishitetsu opens sales office in Sendai, strengthening its logistics network in the Tohoku area. (February 09) September 29, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism: October and November will be designated as "Intensive Monitoring Months" for shippers and prime contractors; regional block liaison meetings for fair trade practices will also be held. (February 09) September 28, 2026 SCM/Management
- Yamato Holdings releases Integrated Report 2026, President Sakurai explains strategies for rebuilding its "earning power." (February 09) September 28, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Daisei Every 24/Chuo Expressway Transport becomes a consolidated subsidiary, strengthening its low-temperature logistics network. (February 09) September 28, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- NXHD launches second round of applications for its startup co-creation program, aiming to solve logistics challenges with AI and robotics. (February 09) September 28, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Sagawa Express adds offline functionality to its shipping label issuance system, making it usable even in emergencies such as system failures. (February 09) September 28, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Fukuyama Transport Co., Ltd. / Driver uniforms revamped for the first time in approximately 30 years, with a navy base color. (February 09) September 28, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Senko Group Holdings publishes and makes online its Integrated Report 2026, highlighting the strengths of its five main businesses and its initiatives toward "ESG+H". (February 09) September 28, 2026 SCM/Management
- Konoike Transport releases "Integrated Report 2026," featuring its Indian operations and human capital management. (February 09) September 28, 2026 SCM/Management
- FedEx transports two giant pandas from Chengdu, China to Atlanta, USA. (February 09) September 28, 2026 international
- Toyo Kanetsu acquires land in Arida City, Wakayama Prefecture for the construction of a new factory for its logistics solutions business. (February 09) September 28, 2026 SCM/Management
- Idiot obtains patent for simulation technology that enables optimal placement of logistics bases. (February 09) September 28, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Hino Motors/Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism participates in demonstration project to provide logistics optimization system. (February 09) September 28, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Ibayashi announces strengthening of logistics policies at inaugural press conference. (February 09) September 25, 2026 SCM/Management
- X NETWORK, a subsidiary of Kasumigaseki Capital, to operate a regular refrigerated freight service between Saitama and Miyagi prefectures. (February 09) September 25, 2026 SCM/Management
- Kanda Holdings to liquidate Thai subsidiary due to worsening local economic conditions and weak yen (February 09) September 25, 2026 international
- Typhoon No. 25: Delivery delays mainly in Chiba Prefecture; postal and courier companies issue response notices. (February 09) September 24, 2026 SCM/Management
- The Japan Logistics Association held a meeting of its Human Resources Development and Public Relations Committee to discuss the use of social media and strengthening recruitment. (February 09) September 24, 2026 SCM/Management
- NX Trading Co., Ltd. to launch fire-resistant 20ft containers for transporting and storing lithium-ion batteries (LiBs). (February 09) September 24, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Okura Transport Machinery's PALTAC/Cardboard Box Opening Device Wins Excellence Award at the Japan Material Handling Awards. (February 09) September 24, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism: Subsidies planned for demonstration shipments to promote RTI (Remote Access) in international logistics, with a target of 300,000 yen per shipment. (February 09) September 18, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism changes statistics on the number of foreign trade containers at six major domestic ports from monthly to weekly. (February 09) September 18, 2026 IT/Equipment
- ESR holds seminars and other events on "high-mobility drone porters" at logistics facilities in Yokohama City. (February 09) September 17, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. to begin construction on September 16th on a multi-tenant logistics facility in Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido. (February 09) September 15, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Nissin completes logistics center in Ozu Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, to meet mobility and semiconductor demand. (February 09) September 15, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Maruzen Showa Transport to acquire subsidiaries such as Ibaraki Prefecture's Meishin HD, incorporating an integrated system of warehousing, transportation, and machinery. (February 09) September 15, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Box charter / "Cool Box Charter Service" service area to be expanded to a radius of approximately 1800km. (February 09) September 15, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
- Kagoshima Prefecture, ANA Cargo, and others: Promoting same-day delivery between the Tokyo metropolitan area and Kagoshima through air travel and newspaper delivery networks. (February 09) September 15, 2026 SCM/Management
- Logistics Federation/Japan-Korea Logistics Forum held to share information on logistics trends centered on Busan Port. (February 09) September 15, 2026 international
- The number of companies using electronic delivery slips at JPR/Itochu Foods Sapporo Logistics Center has expanded from 15 to 27. (February 09) September 15, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Altius Link / Support for the modernization of Seino Transportation's customer center into an AI agent-type voice bot. (February 09) September 15, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Nishitetsu/Vietnam subsidiary relocates Hanoi branch to accommodate business expansion (February 09) September 15, 2026 international
- Logistics Federation releases browser game to deepen understanding of logistics, targeting elementary school students and others. (February 09) September 15, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism / Subsidies for equipment introduction, etc. for small and medium-sized trucking businesses, second round of applications begins September 28th (February 09) September 14, 2026 SCM/Management
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism / Started the third round of applications for the "Truck Transport Energy Conservation Promotion Project" on August 28st. (February 09) September 14, 2026 SCM/Management
- Seino Holdings' Head of Digital Strategy gave a presentation on building a logistics data infrastructure at a Snowflake event. (February 09) September 11, 2026 IT/Equipment
- Amazon unveils its largest fulfillment center in the Kansai region, capable of storing up to 1500 million items. (February 09) September 10, 2026 Logistics facilities
- Logisteed West Japan participates in joint rail modal shift transportation project with Daido Steel and Proterial. (February 09) September 9, 2026 3PL/Logistics company
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