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Japan automakers to revamp factory calendars from FY 2027 to draw workers
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· September 12, 2026
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Key points This overhaul is set to take effect from fiscal 2027. Changes are coming to factory schedules for certain car manufacturers.
Changes are coming to factory schedules for certain car manufacturers. A plan is in place to revamp the calendars. This overhaul is set to take effect from fiscal 2027.
The carmakers involved are members of a specific association. Further information about the changes can be found through the original source.
Details about the impact of the schedule overhaul are not provided, but the change is intended to attract workers to the factories.
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