Automobile manufacturers' globalization efforts have scattered bases for manufacturing automobiles around the world. In order to collect finished automobiles exported from multiple countries and transport them to markets efficiently, changing from single-line operations to hub-and-spoke operations that use relay points is necessary.
The NYK Group has developed automobile terminals and feeder networks ahead of other shipping companies. By utilizing NYK's assets, customers can enjoy shorter transit times, higher transportation frequencies, and lower inventory. And with fuel costs rising, efficient operations are achieved through hub-and-spoke operations that enhancement cost competitiveness.