Japan's Transport Ministry Proposes Automated Logistics Link: Tokyo-Osaka
Japan's Transport Ministry plans automated logistics links between Tokyo and Osaka to handle rising small parcel deliveries from online shopping. The project aims to cut labor shortages, but faces challenges due to high costs. Discussions involve private sector funding for completion by 2034.
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The Transport Ministry of Japan has proposed the development of automated logistics links between Tokyo and Osaka to address the increasing demand for small parcel deliveries due to online shopping. The system would transport goods on median strips or through underground tunnels along expressways, aiming to alleviate labor shortages in delivery services. The project, estimated to be completed by 2034, could potentially cover the workload of 25,000 truck drivers per day. However, the main challenge lies in the high costs involved, with estimates ranging up to ¥3.7 trillion for a route between Tokyo and Osaka. To fund the project, discussions are underway to involve the private sector and create an organization for various companies to participate. The initiative not only aims to improve logistics efficiency but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Minister Tetsuo Saito.
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