International Airfreight Transportation

As Japan’s First IATA-Approved Cargo Agency, Providing Reliable International Transportation Services

Since becoming an International Air Transport Association (IATA) accredited freight transporter and joining the international airfreight industry in 1948, Hankyu Hanshin Express has developed a reputation for dependability. Our seamlessly integrated start-to-finish service has come to be depended on by many businesses. We globally provide swift and reliable door-to-door international freight services through a network of our 140-plus bases in 28 countries and regions, as well as contracted agencies.

International Maritime Cargo Transport

Providing Door-to-Door Marine Transportation Services for Both Imports and Exports

As a non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC), we provide international maritime freight services by utilizing our global network just as we do for our airfreight services. We offer optimized door to door services tailored to customer needs, including transportation services of FCL (full container load), LCL (less than container load), special containers and break bulk cargo, as well as import and export customs clearing and logistics consulting services.

Logistics

Proposing and Achieving Optimal Logistics Solutions

Our highly equipped logistics consulting service experts provide logistics solutions, optimised for each customer, fully utilizing the latest information technology. We enable speedy, high quality logistics through comprehensive support of the complete logistics process including storage and management at high-tech warehouses, distribution processing and delivery. In 2009, we were certified as an Authorised Warehouse Operator under the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO)* program.

* A regulatory exemption that allows simplified customs clearance and processes and which is applicable to companies that meet a certain standard of cargo security management and compliance

Customs Clearance

Offering Appropriate and Speedy Customs Clearance Based on Compliance

Import or export of cargo must be granted clearance by declaring the content and quantity of cargo to customs. We excel at this complicated customs clearance process. We have been granted customs clearing authorization by the Japanese Minister of Finance. Our professionals led by registered customs specialists provide appropriate and speedy customs clearance services based on compliance requirements, including submitting declarations to customs around Japan on behalf of customers. In 2017, we received certification as an Authorized Customs Broker under the AEO* program.

* A regulatory exemption that allows simplified customs clearance and processes and which is applicable to companies that meet a certain standard of cargo security management and compliance