Changes to low-value import rules in the US and Europe are challenging the economics of shipping millions of individual parcels directly from Asia and encouraging businesses to reconsider where inventory…
The U.S. is closing a long-standing trade loophole that once allowed millions of parcels from China to enter the country duty-free. From 2 May 2025, the de minimis threshold—which exempts…
President Trump announcement on April 9, of a 90-day pause on retaliatory tariffs for US trading partners outside China has given importers a brief window to recalibrate - but it…
Frequent changes in US trade policies are creating challenges for shippers, with no immediate solution in sight for handling imports under the de minimis exemption. The US administration initially excluded…
With President Trump’s new levies imposed on February 4th, Chinese imports into the US now face a 10% tariff increase, while China has responded with its own tariffs of up…
In today’s fast-paced eCommerce landscape, flexibility and responsiveness are no longer optional—they are critical for success. Agile supply chains are designed to adapt to changing consumer demands, enabling businesses to…
As eCommerce sales are projected to double by 2026, competition is intensifying and to thrive in this growing market, a sharp focus on customer experience, technology, and, critically, the supply…
In today’s highly competitive eCommerce market, the order fulfilment process plays a vital role in ensuring a smooth customer journey, leading to positive reviews, repeat business, and long-term brand loyalty.…
Effectively managing eCommerce inventory involves balancing stock levels to meet demand without overstocking or experiencing stock-outs. This requires careful consideration of storage capabilities, current inventory levels, supplier lead times, seasonal…
Understanding the the size and impact of eCommerce demand on the air cargo market and its short-term outlook is challenging due to the lack of direct data, with the best…
The global freight industry in 2025 presents a dynamic landscape shaped by robust demand, geopolitical…
Global container shipping lines are bracing for a decade of structural oversupply, with new vessel…
The OECD, WTO and IMF are predicting that global trade growth could more than double…
