Japan to Build 'Conveyor Belt Road' to Tackle Trucker Shortage

The innovative transport system aims to connect Tokyo and Osaka, addressing labor shortages and reducing carbon emissions.

The 'conveyor belt road' will automate cargo transport between Tokyo and Osaka, covering 320 miles.
Test runs for the automated system are planned for 2027, with full operations expected by the mid-2030s.
The project is designed to compensate for a projected 36% shortage in truck drivers by 2030.
The system could replace the work of 25,000 truck drivers daily, significantly easing logistics pressures.
The initiative also aims to cut carbon emissions, integrating with airports, railways, and ports for efficiency.