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Consultants from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting to Speak at Seminar on Hiring Bangladeshi 'Specified Skilled' Drivers | To be held on Monday, April 27, 2026 | Hosted by Certified Sending Organization GRA

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Published Apr 2, 2026 8:24 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 11:15 AM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Consultants from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting to Speak at Seminar on Hiring Bangladeshi 'Specified Skilled' Drivers | To be held on Monday, April 27, 2026 | Hosted by Certified Sending Organization GRA — Image: PR TIMES

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Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting will participate as guest speakers at a seminar hosted by GRA, focusing on the recruitment of Bangladeshi drivers under Japan's 'Specified Skilled Worker' visa program.
The seminar aims to address the logistics industry's driver shortage by providing insights into hiring, integration, and risk management for foreign personnel.

Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting will participate as guest speakers at a seminar hosted by GRA, focusing on the recruitment of Bangladeshi drivers under Japan's 'Specified Skilled Worker' visa program. The seminar aims to address the logistics industry's driver shortage by providing insights into hiring, integration, and risk management for foreign personnel.

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Published: Apr 2, 2026

Consultants from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Naoyuki Hashimoto; hereinafter "Funai Soken SC") will appear as guest speakers at the "Seminar on Hiring Bangladeshi 'Specified Skilled' Drivers," hosted by the certified sending organization GRA.

Seminar Details Page

https://sc.funaisoken.co.jp/butsuryu/seminar/gra-bangladesh-202604/

Background of the Seminar

The shortage of drivers has become a critical issue in the logistics industry. As a potential solution, attention is increasingly focused on hiring foreign drivers through the "Specified Skilled Worker" system. This seminar will provide a thorough explanation of the benefits of hiring Bangladeshi drivers—who possess both high motivation and physical capability—as well as case studies on post-arrival integration and risk management, incorporating real-world information from the local region.

Key Takeaways from the Seminar

Latest Trends in Hiring Foreign Drivers:

An explanation of the latest hiring cases and legal amendments that business owners need to know.

Benefits of Hiring Bangladeshi Personnel:

An introduction to the local logistics reality, where workers have extensive experience in manual loading and unloading, and the background behind their high motivation to work in Japan.

Realities and Preparation for Overseas Interviews:

Insights into what you should know before traveling for local interviews, and the gap between common concerns and the actual reality.

Case Studies on Post-Arrival Integration and Training:

Introduction of concrete examples from transport companies, including post-arrival training programs and fostering coexistence with Japanese drivers.

Speakers from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting

Kazushi Matsuo (https://sc.funaisoken.co.jp/company/consultant/k-matsuo/)

Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd.

Logistics Business Support Department, Logistics HR Group, Group Manager

Takuma Kajiwara (https://sc.funaisoken.co.jp/company/consultant/t-kajiwara/)

Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd.

Logistics Business Support Department, Foreign Driver Recruitment Team, Team Leader / Chief Consultant

Company Overview

Company Name: Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd. Tokyo Headquarters: Tokyo Midtown Yaesu, Yaesu Central Tower 35F, 2-2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0028

Representative: Naoyuki Hashimoto, President and Representative Director Established: May 10, 2000 Capital: 98 million yen TEL: 03-4223-3163 EMAIL: marketing@sc.funaisoken.co.jp WEB: https://sc.funaisoken.co.jp/

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FAQ

Who will be speaking at the Seminar on Hiring Bangladeshi 'Specified Skilled' Drivers from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting?

Kazushi Matsuo from Funai Soken Supply Chain Consulting Co., Ltd.'s Logistics Business Support Department will be speaking at the seminar.

When is the Seminar on Hiring Bangladeshi 'Specified Skilled' Drivers scheduled to take place?

The seminar is scheduled to be held on Monday, April 27, 2026, as stated in the event announcement.

Which organization is hosting the seminar on hiring Bangladeshi drivers under the 'Specified Skilled Worker' program?

The seminar is hosted by GRA, a certified sending organization responsible for facilitating international worker placement.

What are some key topics that will be covered during the seminar on Bangladeshi driver recruitment?

Key topics include latest hiring trends, benefits of Bangladeshi personnel, overseas interview preparation, and integration case studies from transport companies.

What specific advantages do Bangladeshi 'Specified Skilled' drivers bring to Japan's logistics industry according to the seminar details?

Bangladeshi drivers offer high motivation, physical capability, and extensive experience in manual loading and unloading in challenging logistics environments.

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