#Japan #Tokyo #Funai Soken #Bangladeshi Drivers #GRA Seminar

Seminar Overview

On April 27, 2026, Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting will be participating in a significant seminar focused on the recruitment of Bangladeshi drivers, hosted by the certified dispatch organization GRA. With the logistics sector facing a critical shortage of drivers, exploring solutions through the employment of foreign skilled workers is becoming increasingly important.

Background of the Seminar

The logistics industry has been significantly impacted by a shortage of drivers, prompting a shift in focus towards utilizing the 'specific skills' system for foreign driver recruitment. This seminar aims to share valuable insights on the merits of hiring Bangladeshi drivers who exhibit both high motivation and physical fitness. We will present real-world examples from the field, including entry process frameworks and risk management strategies.

Key Topics to be Covered in the Seminar

1. Latest Trends in Foreign Driver Recruitment:
Participants will gain understanding of the current recruitment landscape, including recent case studies and regulatory changes that business leaders need to be aware of.

2. Advantages of Hiring Bangladeshi Drivers:
The logistical realities in Bangladesh, including the high levels of experience with manual loading and unloading, along with the strong motivation of Bangladeshi workers to succeed in Japan, will be discussed in depth.

3. Understanding Overseas Interview Processes:
Attendees will learn crucial information on what to expect during on-site interviews in Bangladesh, including discrepancies between concerns and actual practices.

4. Receiving and Training Practices Post-Entry:
We will share concrete examples from shipping companies about their educational programs and integration practices with Japanese drivers after foreign drivers enter the country.

Guest Speakers from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

• - Kazushi Matsuo

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Group Manager, Logistics HR Group, Logistics Business Support Department

• - Takuma Kajiwara

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Team Leader and Chief Consultant, Foreign Driver Recruitment Team, Logistics Business Support Department

About Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

• - Company Name: Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting, Inc.
• - Headquarters: 35th Floor, Yaesu Central Tower, 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028, Japan
• - CEO: Naoyuki Hashimoto
• - Founded: May 10, 2000
• - Capital: 980 million yen
• - Contact: 03-4223-3163
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Website: Funai Soken

This seminar promises to be an insightful event for those interested in diversifying their workforce and addressing the pressing driver shortage in the logistics industry. Don't miss it!