Nippon Express aims to boost US transport reliability with 5-day service
THE SO WHAT
A guaranteed 5-day long-haul service from LA warehouses to most US metros is a bet that reliability is now a bigger differentiator than speed alone. If you manage supply chains, re-evaluate mode mix — predictable 5-day ground may be the new default for many SKUs.
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