As responding to the ``2024 problem'' in logistics becomes an issue, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, together with business operators, will increase momentum toward efficient transportation by promoting ``placed delivery'' and reducing redeliveries. I am planning to do so.
In the logistics industry, regulations on overtime work for truck drivers will be tightened from next month, making it an issue to deal with the ``2024 problem'', which raises concerns about worsening labor shortages and a decline in transportation volume. I am.
Against this backdrop, on the 28th, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government held an event at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building to increase momentum towards improving logistics efficiency, such as reducing redelivery, and business operators and related organizations attended.
It was explained that the
Tokyo metropolitan government's measures include providing subsidies to
local governments that support the installation of delivery boxes in residences and promote "drop-off delivery," and to businesses that work to secure human resources.
In addition, a representative from the Tokyo Trucking Association appealed, ``In order to avoid disrupting logistics, the solution is to find ways to reduce the number of trips and to have appropriate freight rates for transportation.We would like to ask for everyone's cooperation.'' Ta.
In the future, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government will collaborate with businesses and others to hold events for Tokyo residents and disseminate information on SNS.