DP World launches direct Japan-Philippines shipping for Ichijo Komuten

It speeds up the transport of prefabricated housing materials.

DP World is improving the supply chain for Japanese homebuilder Ichijo Komuten by using CMA CGM’s JP8 service, which connects Sendai, Japan, with key Philippine ports.

The JP8 route, which started on 18 March, is the first regular shipping connection between Sendai and the Philippines in eight years.

Operated weekly by CMA CGM, the service calls at Manila South Harbour and Batangas Integrated Port – both operated by DP World’s strategic local partner, Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) – serving as critical gateways for cargo into and out of the Philippines.

In the Philippines, Ichijo produces prefabricated housing components for export to Japan, with logistics handled by Nihon Sangyo and local manufacturer House Research Development (HRD).

The service supports faster, more reliable deliveries amidst rising demand for prefabricated housing across Asia-Pacific.

Partner terminals in Manila and Batangas benefit from inland and marine transport solutions, helping reduce congestion, improve transit times, and increase supply chain visibility.

In Japan, DP World also facilitates domestic cargo movements to regional outports, ensuring seamless connectivity from origin to destination.