Domestic Ocean Freight

A Network of Seven Major Ports Across Japan, Connected by Seven Scheduled High-Speed Vessels

We operate scheduled line-haul services connecting Hokkaido, Kyushu, and the Seto Inland Sea region for containerized and trailer cargo. Using our own transport equipment and pickup-and-delivery capabilities, we provide integrated solutions for high-volume transportation, schedule reliability, and modal shift.

Index

Service Overview
Characteristics of domestic maritime transport
Domestic maritime transport services
Solution
Knowledge
Global Network
Other Transportation Services

Service Overview

We would like to introduce Nippon Express's domestic sea freight services.
Please see our transportation network centered around our own vessel "Himawari," and our integrated container and trailer transportation system. *This video is available in Japanese only.

Characteristics of domestic maritime transport

Highly cost-competitive mass transportation
Because we own a large fleet of containers and trailers, we can propose the most suitable transportation method for your cargo volume. We can reduce transportation costs through flexible combinations, such as consolidating two 10-ton trucks into one trailer.
High punctuality and safety
We maintain a regular flight schedule with a low cancellation rate, balancing high transport capacity and safety. We support the trunk line logistics of customers who demand stable transport quality.
Promoting modal shift
With fuel consumption approximately one-fifth that of truck transport, this low-environmental-impact mode of transport significantly reduces CO2 emissions, contributing to the promotion of green logistics.