The Port Journal

Transportation Peer Nippon Express eyes India as relay point to Nigeria and South Africa Yusen Logistics has teamed up with Africa Global Logistics to establish a joint venture in Kenya. (Photo obtained by Nikkei) KOTARO ABE and KEIICHI FURUKAWA TOKYO — Japanese shipping company Nippon Yusen will establish a transport network in East Africa, eyeing demand […]

Automobiles Supply chain disruptions from Iran war could reach vehicle prices later The wholesale price of aluminum bullion in Japan is up more than 20% since the end of February. (Photo obtained by Nikkei) SHUGO YAMADA, SAKURAKO YOSHIOKA and AKINOBU MASUBUCHI TOKYO — The prolonged conflict in the Middle East is boosting prices of materials used […]

Consumer Charms set to go on sale for limited time in Hong Kong and London The Mirumi plush robots come in gray, ivory and pink. (Photo by Marimi Kishimoto) TOKYO — Mirumi may be on the verge of becoming a surprise global hit, with the googly-eyed, Japanese-made robotic companion landing on shelves in Hong Kong and London.

BTP Disclosure Santos, May 4, 2026 – Brasil Terminal Portuário (BTP) is open for registration for the new BTP Com Elas class, a free course on the port sector aimed at women. The initiative, which celebrates three years of existence this year, aims to contribute to the insertion of women into the job […]

Economy Seasonal consumption and front-loaded spending drive expansion but pressures remain Millions of Indonesian Muslims traveled to their hometowns for Eid al-Fitr, which fell in late March this year. Increased household spending during the holiday helped the economy grow 5.61% on an annualized basis in the first quarter of 2026. © Reuters ISMI DAMAYANTI and […]

Technology Software repurposed for urban redevelopment planning and designing virtual kimonos General contractor Taisei virtually renders urban redevelopment projects using a game engine. (Taisei) TOKYO — Software used to create 3D graphics for video games has gained an extra life with long-established companies in the construction and retail industries looking to innovate.

A tourist from Thailand shows off the capsule toy she obtained from a vending machine at the Gashapon Bandai Official Shop in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro district. (Photo by Yuji Murakami) TOKYO — Insert a coin into a vending machine slot, turn the handle clockwise, and a small toy in a translucent capsule pops out at random. It’s a shopping […]

The debate over Mekong ‘control’ misses the point

Business deals Hong Kong conglomerate boosts cash reserves to pursue acquisitions CK Hutchison Group Telecom’s announcement that it is exiting from VodafoneThree comes three months after its parent said it has agreed to sell its entire stake in UK Power Networks. (CK Hutchison website) HONG KONG — A unit of the CK Hutchison group said Tuesday it […]

Cryptocurrencies Credit agency aims to assess risk of different currency-pegged crypto offerings The digital economy team at Moody’s is trying to adapt its ratings and services to emerging technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence. (Nikkei montage/Source photos by Reuters) TOKYO — Moody’s Ratings is preparing to issue credit evaluations for stablecoins using its own […]