Japan plans green subsidies to push use of empty air cargo space

More efficient articulated trucks will also be encouraged to cut CO2 emissions

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Only 20% to 30% of daytime cargo loading space is estimated to be utilized. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Japan will expand support measures next year to encourage the increased use of empty passenger aircraft space as well as the use of articulated trucks, Nikkei has learned, part of a drive to reduce the environmental impact of the transport sector.

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