On January 21, 2022, JAL formed a joint venture with Yamato Holdings, Yamato Transport.

The field of activity of the new company is air cargo transportation. Initially, they are supposed to be sold only in Japan.

According to plans, the company will start operations in 2024 and will operate three A321P2F aircraft. They will fly from Tokyo-Narita and Haneda to Chitose, Kitakyushu, Naha and Sapporo. They will replace some of the long haul trucks currently in use by Yamato Holdings. The move comes as a reaction to a growing shortage of drivers in Japan as a result of changes in regulations that limit their working hours.

Yamato Transport aircraft must be converted to EFW. They will be operated by Jetstar Japan, a subsidiary of Japan Airlines. It currently operates 19 A320s and two A321neos.

Yamato Holdings is Japan’s largest door-to-door courier delivery service. It was founded in 1919. Rebranding took place last year. The new corporate image will also be seen on Yamato Transport aircraft.

Source: Air Cargo News