Ozon Faces Seller Exodus Amid Compliance Challenges Eyes 2026 Recovery

Ozon Faces Seller Exodus Amid Compliance Challenges Eyes 2026 Recovery

This article analyzes five major reasons for the sharp decline in the number of Ozon platform sellers: compliance storms, increased competition, logistics bottlenecks, policy risks, and exchange rate fluctuations. Despite the challenges, the Ozon market still holds potential. It is recommended that sellers operate in compliance, focus on brand building and refined operations, and manage risks effectively to gain a foothold in the competition.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Saudi Arabia Releases 2026 Holiday Calendar for Business Planning

Saudi Arabia Releases 2026 Holiday Calendar for Business Planning

This article provides a comprehensive guide to Saudi Arabian holidays in 2026, detailing dates and types. It analyzes the business opportunities presented by these holidays, offering strategic advice on localized marketing, social media marketing, and more. This guide aims to help cross-border e-commerce businesses efficiently plan their operations in the Saudi market, mitigate risks, and achieve business growth by leveraging these key cultural events.

01/23/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Global Trade Success Hinges on Lead Time Mastery

Global Trade Success Hinges on Lead Time Mastery

This paper delves into a crucial metric in foreign trade: Lead Time. It elaborates on its components, importance, and optimization strategies. By optimizing order processing, production, packaging, transportation, and customs clearance, companies can effectively shorten lead times, improve customer satisfaction, accelerate capital turnover, and enhance price competitiveness, ultimately gaining an advantage in the foreign trade market. Reducing lead time is vital for improved efficiency and customer service.

01/23/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Laos Businesses Turn to Vkontakte for Social Media Ads

Laos Businesses Turn to Vkontakte for Social Media Ads

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the requirements, processes, and cost considerations for opening a VKontakte advertising account in Laos. It emphasizes the importance of localized content customization and recommends that businesses seek assistance from professional cross-border advertising service providers. This approach ensures efficient and compliant ad campaigns, ultimately leading to successful penetration of the Lao social media market and capitalizing on its potential.

01/23/2026 International Settlement
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Logistics Sector Faces Economic Shifts and Legal Hurdles

Logistics Sector Faces Economic Shifts and Legal Hurdles

This article reviews the 2013 logistics awards, analyzes the impact of the 2026 economic outlook on the logistics industry, and interprets the latest trends in the freight market, freight index, and railway transportation. It also explores the legal frontiers of freight broker liability. The article emphasizes that companies should pay attention to industry trends, flexibly respond to challenges, and embrace efficiency, innovation, and sustainable development.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Firms Transform Pandemic Inventory Glut into Strategic Advantage

Firms Transform Pandemic Inventory Glut into Strategic Advantage

In the post-pandemic era, inventory pile-up has become a new challenge for supply chains. A reader survey by *Logistics Management* reveals that companies face the dual dilemma of high and low inventory levels. Diversified procurement, enhanced communication, and accurate forecasting are key to resolving the inventory crisis. Lean inventory management will help companies improve supply chain resilience and embrace the new market normal.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Top Trends Transforming Transportation Management Systems

Top Trends Transforming Transportation Management Systems

The Transportation Management System (TMS) market is booming, and businesses need to understand its trends to optimize logistics and reduce costs. This article delves into eight key trends: omnichannel retail demand, globalization expansion, tactical planning capabilities, freight forecasting, embedded analytics, big data management, backhaul utilization, and planning and execution integration. It provides a reference for businesses to grasp the development direction of TMS and enhance competitiveness.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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North American Rail Freight Gains Carloads but Loses Intermodal Traffic

North American Rail Freight Gains Carloads but Loses Intermodal Traffic

Recent data reveals a mixed picture for the US rail freight market. Carload traffic shows a slight increase, but performance varies across commodity groups. Intermodal volume, however, has declined. Year-to-date figures indicate overall growth, but the industry faces challenges including economic downturn and increased competition. Rail companies need to actively transform and upgrade their operations to navigate these headwinds and maintain competitiveness.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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US Rail Freight Gains in Carloads Loses in Intermodal

US Rail Freight Gains in Carloads Loses in Intermodal

According to the Association of American Railroads, U.S. rail carload traffic edged up 0.3% for the week ending October 18th, while intermodal traffic decreased by 4.8% year-over-year. Despite positive year-to-date cumulative figures, the market faces economic uncertainties and competitive pressures. Railroad companies need to improve efficiency and expand their business, and the government should increase infrastructure investment to jointly address the challenges.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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Fedex USPS Partnership at Risk As Air Volumes Decline

Fedex USPS Partnership at Risk As Air Volumes Decline

The contract between FedEx and USPS is nearing expiration, and both parties are negotiating renewal terms. FedEx faces revenue pressure due to USPS's reduced air transportation volume and is actively seeking to improve operational efficiency and expand into new businesses. Industry experts believe that both sides need to find a balance between strategic goals and market realities. The future cooperation model will impact the logistics industry landscape.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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