NANSO Transport Co., Ltd. (9034) Stock Price

Nansō Tsūun Co., Ltd. operates various businesses together with three subsidiaries: Nansō Sōgyō Co., Ltd., Nansō Construction Co., Ltd., and Nansō Taxi Co., Ltd. The company's main business segments include freight trucking, warehousing, ancillary services, real estate, construction, and other operations.

In freight trucking, Nansō Tsūun transports products and parcel delivery packages from customer factories by truck. In warehousing, Nansō Tsūun and Nansō Sōgyō lease warehouses that they own or rent to customers for cargo storage.

In ancillary services, Nansō Tsūun and Nansō Sōgyō undertake contract work commissioned by customers, including factory operations, warehouse receiving, sorting, and packaging of merchandise. In real estate, Nansō Tsūun, Nansō Sōgyō, and Nansō Construction lease their own land and buildings.

Nansō Construction handles the construction segment, performing construction and repairs of warehouses, distribution centers, and offices for both group and external clients. Other operations include passenger transportation services operated by Nansō Tsūun and Nansō Taxi, as well as insurance agency services operated by Nansō Tsūun.

Amid continued economic uncertainty, Nansō Tsūun Co., Ltd. has adopted a growth strategy emphasizing efficient management and cost control. The company is addressing challenges facing the logistics industry, including the "2024 Logistics Problem" and labor shortages, while advancing operational efficiency and passing increased costs to customers. The company also monitors trends in diesel prices and electricity rates, implementing energy-saving measures to minimize the impact on business performance.

As part of its growth strategy, the company is expanding one-stop services in its total logistics business and developing import-export cargo logistics operations. Additionally, it aims to expand its automotive and security businesses, strengthen its sales development structure, and develop and provide new logistics services through digital transformation (DX). These efforts are designed to maximize synergies across group companies.

Building a profitable business structure is also a key priority. The company seeks to improve customer satisfaction through effective use of company-owned assets and partner companies, and by providing high-quality, low-cost, and safe services. The company is also working to improve operational capabilities through digital advancement and compliance-focused practices, as well as enhancing productivity and utilization rates while strictly managing variable costs.

Human resource development and recruitment are integral to the growth strategy. The company is cultivating independent-minded employees and recruiting those capable of taking actions that directly contribute to profitability. It is also promoting work-life balance and creating a rewarding workplace. The company emphasizes safety and health improvements, social contribution activities, business operations based on ISO 14001 standards, SDGs initiatives, and CO2 reduction efforts toward realizing a decarbonized society.