NYK and Microsoft Japan team up to enhance digital transformation in shipping and logistics, focusing on AI, cloud, and cybersecurity.
Japanese shipping giant NYK has signed a strategic framework agreement with Microsoft Japan Co. Ltd. to advance digital transformation (DX) in shipping and global logistics, as reported in a NYK press release.
The deal aligns with NYK's medium-term management plan, 'Sail Green, Drive Transformations 2026,' which positions DX as a core strategy for business transformation. In its 'DX Story' released in November 2025, NYK defined DX as a driver of new value creation beyond management strategy.
The group will focus on developing foundations for DX propulsion, including cloud infrastructure, data platforms, generative AI, and cybersecurity. It will also promote DX human resource development through organizational initiatives and training programs for the effective use of generative AI.
NYK stated that it will use AI agents and enhanced data to transform existing business processes while also creating new business models that leverage its expertise in shipping and logistics.
The company aims to generate new social value centered on shipping and logistics, pursue further development of maritime and global logistics industries, and foster next-generation DX talent and organizations.
