Explore the latest technology development trends in the logistics industry and understand how innovative solutions drive industry transformation
At the beginning of 2025, the global tanker market faces uncertainty, with marked divergence in the performance of crude and product oil tanker stocks. Product oil tankers are pressured by an increase in new vessel deliveries and a slowdown in demand growth, while crude oil tankers show a more positive outlook due to recovering demand and turbulence in the international market.
This paper explores the applications of smart scheduling and big data in cross-border logistics, showcasing how an e-commerce company in Shenzhen significantly improved transportation efficiency and customer satisfaction through digital technology. It also discusses the challenges posed by new regulations on logistics companies' smart scheduling and emphasizes the importance of the collaboration between algorithms and data upgrades.
Following US-China talks in Geneva, both sides announced a pause on some tariff measures, sending a positive signal to the market. However, the 90-day window, combined with the peak North American restocking season, may trigger rising US East Coast freight rates and capacity constraints. Export companies need to seize opportunities, adapt flexibly, diversify risks, and closely monitor market dynamics to gain an advantage amidst uncertainty.
Businesses need to enhance supply chain resilience by leveraging smart technologies and risk management to tackle economic uncertainties and challenges.
In response to US tariffs, SHEIN has adjusted its product prices, with significant increases in beauty & health and home goods, while women's clothing saw smaller changes. This reveals SHEIN's price sensitivity, supply chain pressures, and market dependence. The price adjustments highlight the challenges faced by cross-border e-commerce companies navigating international trade policies and the impact of tariffs on consumer pricing strategies. The varying price adjustments across different product categories also suggest a nuanced approach to managing profitability amidst changing economic conditions.
Recent pirate activity has surged in the Singapore Strait, with bulk carriers being particularly hard hit. According to IMB statistics, global pirate incidents rose by 35% in the first quarter of 2025. Experts recommend enhancing vessel security measures to tackle this increasingly severe threat.
By analyzing historical data on cross-border logistics through big data analysis, companies can accurately predict demand for capacity during peak seasons and achieve dynamic allocation. This process includes data integration, time series analysis, and real-time monitoring, providing companies with effective strategies to respond to market fluctuations.
Data from Huangpu Customs shows that in the first quarter of 2025, the value and number of cross-border e-commerce exports to overseas warehouses reached historic highs, increasing by 3.1 times and 3.4 times respectively. Policy support has lowered entry barriers and encouraged companies to expand into international markets, driving continuous prosperity in the cross-border e-commerce industry.
The International Maritime Organization has announced a global shipping carbon pricing policy, requiring ships to reduce carbon intensity by 65% by 2040. Meanwhile, Trump signed an executive order to restore U.S. maritime hegemony and acquire the Panama Canal, indicating a significant shift in global shipping and trade.
South Asian countries like India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka are enhancing trade efficiency and convenience through customs modernization. Digital platforms, trade agreements, and policy improvements are driving innovations in customs procedures, injecting new momentum into regional economic growth and global market competitiveness.
