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Expansion of General Freight Transportation Business

In July 2025, we proudly announce significant advances in our general freight transportation business aimed at enriching our reliability and quality in logistics. The three pillars of this growth strategy involve enhanced workforce recruitment, the acquisition of transport vehicles, and the signing of new contracts with key partners.

1. Strengthening Recruitment Efforts

In a bid to ensure excellence in service delivery, we have successfully recruited an additional 29 full-time employees in our transportation department. This comprehensive selection process focused on multiple facets such as driving skills, compliance with regulations, and customer service capabilities. Ongoing education on safety and practical training have been established to assure our drivers are well-prepared for their roles. The goal is to fortify our operational framework and provide unparalleled transportation service, ensuring high standards of safety and reliability.

2. Acquisition of Transport Vehicles

To support our newly recruited drivers, we have acquired 25 pre-owned trucks, all refurbished and meeting safety standards, during the same month. These vehicles are instrumental in enhancing our transport capability. Our commitment also extends to environmental considerations; we strive for optimized operational efficiency while utilizing these trucks within antz’s logistics framework. Routine maintenance checks will uphold continuous safety improvements and contribute to our overarching goal of stable logistics services.

3. Signing New Contracts with Partners

In conjunction with our internal developments, we've finalized operational contracts with 25 new business partners, including major logistics firms like SBS Logicom and Konoike Transport, by the end of July 2025. This significant expansion of our sales network empowers us to cater to diverse logistics needs more effectively. Our ongoing commitment to high-quality transportation services and flexible operational structures is further expected to attract even more new agreements as we continue to prove our value in the sector.

Background and Purpose

The logistics industry faces pressing challenges, significantly fueled by the expanding E-commerce market and the heightened complexity of supply chains. Establishing a stable and efficient transport system stands as an urgent necessity. Additionally, the worsening driver shortage and the aging workforce present serious social issues requiring immediate and sustainable responses from private sector operators.

Against this backdrop, antz is emphasizing the fortification of our general freight transportation operations as part of our medium to long-term growth strategy. This initiative aims not just for business expansion, but to provide reassurances of safety and high-quality logistics services that contribute to solving societal challenges.

Our roadmap forward is clear: we will continue investing in personnel and equipment to boost operational efficiency and service quality at every level. The dual objectives of resolving operational issues while enhancing service standards will remain at the heart of our endeavors, ensuring a steady and dependable logistics service in the ever-evolving market landscape.