Konoike Transportation Receives Minister Award for Logistics Partnership Excellence
Konoike Transport Co., headquartered in Chuo-ku, Osaka, has recently been awarded the "Minister's Award for Excellent Logistics Partnership" for its collaborative efforts in improving chilled delivery efficiency with Ezaki Glico Co., known for its famous snacks and confectionery. The award ceremony was held on December 23, 2025, in Tokyo, recognizing significant contributions to reducing environmental impact in the logistics sector.
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, along with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, grants this prestigious award annually to companies that exemplify outstanding partnerships within logistics to address various challenges, including environmental concerns. Konoike Transport’s initiatives were highlighted for their role in enhancing collaboration between manufacturers, wholesalers, and logistics providers under the guidance of Ezaki Glico.
The collaboration not only addressed the immediate issues of driver shortages within the logistics industry but also significantly contributed to decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. Konoike Transport played a crucial role in improving loading efficiency by utilizing stackable cargo to effectively eliminate dead space in containers. This involved verifying optimal cargo dimensions, implementing loss prevention measures, and enhancing quality during the loading process, among other test transports.
This award follows Konoike Transport's previous recognition in January 2023 when the company received the "Logistics DX & Standardization Award". The recent accolade underscores the company’s continued efforts and commitment to excellence in the delivery service sector.
The award presentation at the Sobokai Hall in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, saw the branch manager of Konoike Transport's temperature-controlled logistics unit, Mr. Nukagawa, accepting the award and emphasizing the importance of collaboration in achieving logistical improvements.
1. Theme:
"Collaboration between Manufacturers and Wholesalers Utilizing Stackable Materials for Chilled Delivery Efficiency"
2. Details:
Ezaki Glico, which deals with time-sensitive, daily delivery products, undertook a joint transportation initiative that made use of the wholesale industry's logistics network. This significantly cut down on inefficient direct truck deliveries by implementing collaborative transportation tactics, leading to a drastic improvement in container load rates through the use of stackable cargo. The initiative also eliminated the need for picking tasks at delivery shared points focused on packet-type shipments, resulting in a reduction of direct truck numbers and a decrease in driver working hours.
3. Impact of the Initiative:
- CO₂ Reduction: 284 tons-CO₂/year (32% reduction)
- Reduction in Direct Trucks: 1,460 trucks/year (66% reduction)
- Decrease in Working Hours: 13,140 hours/year (60% reduction)
- Load Rate Improvement: 44% to 54% per year (10% reduction in weight ratio)
4. Konoike Transport's Role:
The company contributed by addressing dead space through stackable cargo, optimizing loading efficiency, verifying dimensions, ensuring loss prevention, and improving loading quality during test transports.
Konoike Transport has set a non-financial objective to reduce CO₂ emissions by 35% compared to the fiscal year ending March 2019 as part of its "2030 Vision." Under its "Mid-term Management Plan," the company has also established sustainability as a vital priority, aiming for a 28% CO₂ reduction over three years.
The company commits to continually contributing to the realization of a decarbonized and sustainable society, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing labor environments through various initiatives.
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, along with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, grants this prestigious award annually to companies that exemplify outstanding partnerships within logistics to address various challenges, including environmental concerns. Konoike Transport’s initiatives were highlighted for their role in enhancing collaboration between manufacturers, wholesalers, and logistics providers under the guidance of Ezaki Glico.
The collaboration not only addressed the immediate issues of driver shortages within the logistics industry but also significantly contributed to decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. Konoike Transport played a crucial role in improving loading efficiency by utilizing stackable cargo to effectively eliminate dead space in containers. This involved verifying optimal cargo dimensions, implementing loss prevention measures, and enhancing quality during the loading process, among other test transports.
This award follows Konoike Transport's previous recognition in January 2023 when the company received the "Logistics DX & Standardization Award". The recent accolade underscores the company’s continued efforts and commitment to excellence in the delivery service sector.
The award presentation at the Sobokai Hall in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, saw the branch manager of Konoike Transport's temperature-controlled logistics unit, Mr. Nukagawa, accepting the award and emphasizing the importance of collaboration in achieving logistical improvements.
Overview of Initiatives
1. Theme:
"Collaboration between Manufacturers and Wholesalers Utilizing Stackable Materials for Chilled Delivery Efficiency"
2. Details:
Ezaki Glico, which deals with time-sensitive, daily delivery products, undertook a joint transportation initiative that made use of the wholesale industry's logistics network. This significantly cut down on inefficient direct truck deliveries by implementing collaborative transportation tactics, leading to a drastic improvement in container load rates through the use of stackable cargo. The initiative also eliminated the need for picking tasks at delivery shared points focused on packet-type shipments, resulting in a reduction of direct truck numbers and a decrease in driver working hours.
3. Impact of the Initiative:
- CO₂ Reduction: 284 tons-CO₂/year (32% reduction)
- Reduction in Direct Trucks: 1,460 trucks/year (66% reduction)
- Decrease in Working Hours: 13,140 hours/year (60% reduction)
- Load Rate Improvement: 44% to 54% per year (10% reduction in weight ratio)
4. Konoike Transport's Role:
The company contributed by addressing dead space through stackable cargo, optimizing loading efficiency, verifying dimensions, ensuring loss prevention, and improving loading quality during test transports.
Konoike Transport has set a non-financial objective to reduce CO₂ emissions by 35% compared to the fiscal year ending March 2019 as part of its "2030 Vision." Under its "Mid-term Management Plan," the company has also established sustainability as a vital priority, aiming for a 28% CO₂ reduction over three years.
The company commits to continually contributing to the realization of a decarbonized and sustainable society, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing labor environments through various initiatives.
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