Japan’s logistics market will be taken to a new level with two industry heavy weights combining forces to achieve efficient and sustainable logistics operations.
DHL Supply Chain, a global leader in logistics, has entered into a five-year Lead Logistics Partner (LLP) agreement with Sanyo Chemical Industries, the country’s major chemical manufacturer.
DHL will take on the Japanese domestic logistics function for Sanyo Chemical Industries and its Group companies, which were previously handled by its logistics subsidiary, Sanyo Chemical Logistics.
Under the agreement, DHL Supply Chain will provide inbound, storage, outbound, value-added services and transport management services at five in-plant logistics sites (Nagoya, Kinuura, Kashima, Kyoto and Kawasaki) of Sanyo Chemical Industries and its Group.
DHL Supply Chain will enable integrated management of the entire supply chain and contribute to building a foundation for sustainable logistics by implementing data management and innovative solutions and improving and optimising logistics both physically and digitally.
DHL Supply Chain will also respond to labor shortage and transport capacity constraints currently affecting the Japanese logistics industry to establish a foundation for sustainable logistics.
This partnership will enable Sanyo Chemical Industries and its Group to achieve reduced costs through warehousing optimisation, transport improvements, consolidation of domestic delivery network, standardisation of operational processes and implementation of effective management methods.
As a result of the agreement, DHL Supply Chain will accelerate operational efficiency and resource development by utilising its digital technologies, such as its cargo tracking tool
‘MySupplyChain’, which provides near real-time visibility into warehouse management and transportation status, as well as Power BI.
It will also reinforce the logistics partnership by developing and utilising shared logistics networks with DHL’s other customers and participating in the government-led Chemicals Working Group. This is designed to provide stable logistics services and overcome driver shortages and other industry efficiency challenges.
President and Representative Director, CEO Japan and Korea, of DHL Supply Chain, Jérôme Gillet said the agreement was highly pleasing for both parties.
“Through our collaboration with them (Sanyo Chemical Industries), we will develop a stable logistics structure and provide innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and quality,” said Gillet.
“We are committed to realising the vision of Sanyo Chemical Industries by utilising our global resources and expertise. I look forward to seeing us grow and succeed together.”
The agreement will see about 30 Sanyo Chemical Logistics employees transfer to DHL in October 2025, where they will have the opportunity to share their logistics expertise to support the core business and further develop their careers as logistics professionals.
Representative Director, President, and CEO, Sanyo Chemical Industries, Akinori Higuchi said: “We have been proactively addressing the labor shortages and improving logistics efficiency to ensure stable and sustainable operations.”
“With its extensive experience, global resources, and comprehensive LLP services that strategically manage end-to-end logistics, DHL Supply Chain is the best partner for us to drive logistics transformation.
“I am confident that by introducing DHL Supply Chain’s global logistics standards, we will be able to achieve more advanced operations. Sanyo Chemical Industries will work together with DHL Supply Chain as One Team to achieve our objectives.”
.png){kind=small}
