The US Services PMI in May remained above the expansion threshold, but its growth slowed to a more than one-year low. Supply chain challenges, labor shortages, and inter-industry disparities were key contributing factors. The report indicated an increase in new orders and a recovery in employment. However, businesses need to be vigilant about global economic changes and adapt flexibly to challenges in order to seize opportunities.
This article delves into Sea Freight Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) services, emphasizing the role of the Bill of Lading (B/L) within this context and detailing the service process. Unlike traditional sea freight, in DDP services, the B/L is often held by the logistics company for customs clearance and cargo pickup. This article aims to help readers better understand this convenient logistics solution. It highlights how the logistics provider manages the entire process, including customs and taxes, providing a streamlined experience for the client.
TikTok Shop's fully managed merchant recruitment program for Q1 2026 is launching, using cash incentives to attract service providers to onboard merchants. This article analyzes the program's core rules, reward mechanisms, and participation requirements, helping service providers seize the "Spring New Arrivals" opportunity, expand the scale of fully managed merchants, and achieve revenue growth. It details how service providers can leverage this initiative to grow their business within the TikTok Shop ecosystem by recruiting new merchants under the fully managed model.
The U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposes revisions to the Hours of Service (HOS) regulations and plans to gather industry feedback through public hearings. The proposed changes include five key areas: flexibility in break time arrangements, allowing non-driving on-duty time to count as rest, extending driving time under adverse weather conditions, expanding the short-haul exemption, and modifying driver record exceptions. The industry generally hopes the final regulations will strike a balance between efficiency and safety.
The ISM's January report indicates a slowdown in non-manufacturing activity in the US, but the NMI remains above 50, signaling continued overall expansion. While sub-indexes experienced declines, they remain in growth territory. Sector performance is mixed, and experts hold differing views on the economic outlook. Non-manufacturing is crucial to the US economy, and closely monitoring its performance is essential for understanding the economic pulse. The NMI suggests a moderate pace of expansion despite some softening in key indicators.
The Xi'an Mercedes-Benz female owner's protest exposed quality and service issues within the automotive and service industries. This analysis delves into the underlying causes, including management loopholes and profit-driven motives. Solutions proposed include strengthening corporate responsibility, enhancing market supervision, and improving laws and regulations. The aim is to build a healthy and transparent consumer ecosystem, restoring consumer trust. This incident highlights the need for greater accountability and a more consumer-centric approach across the industry to prevent similar situations in the future.
Cross-border tax service provider Trans Customs Link has been awarded the Mercado Libre "Supreme Excellence Award," highlighting its outstanding contribution to the Latin American cross-border e-commerce tax service sector. As an official Mercado Libre ecosystem partner, Trans Customs Link is committed to promoting the prosperity of the Latin American cross-border e-commerce ecosystem by providing professional tax compliance services to sellers, helping them expand into overseas markets. This award signifies a higher standard and more professional development in the field of cross-border e-commerce tax services.
COSCO SHIPPING goes 'onshore'! The inaugural COSCO SHIPPING Lines China-Europe Railway Express (Wuhan) marks a significant step in its multimodal transportation strategy. By collaborating with Wuhan, COSCO SHIPPING integrates sea and land transportation resources to create a comprehensive supply chain service covering the Eurasian continent. This actively implements the 'Belt and Road' initiative. The company plans to deepen cooperation and jointly build multiple international transportation corridors in the future, further enhancing its global logistics network and contributing to international trade facilitation.
New STB rules in the United States allow shippers experiencing poor freight service to switch rail carriers, breaking monopolies and potentially improving service. This reciprocal switching regulation aims to address service deficiencies. Industry reaction has been mixed, with some welcoming the increased competition and others expressing concerns about operational challenges and unintended consequences. The actual impact of the new rules remains to be seen and will depend on how they are implemented and utilized by shippers and railroads.
To more accurately measure the quality of port services in the United States, the 29th annual 'Quest for Quality Awards' utilizes an evaluation system encompassing five key dimensions: business ease, value, ocean/intermodal network, equipment, and operations. This framework aims to provide shippers with objective benchmarks and incentivize ports to improve their service levels.
