Ryder Introduces Ecommerce Fulfillment Tool for Brand Control

Ryder Introduces Ecommerce Fulfillment Tool for Brand Control

Ryder introduces a new e-commerce fulfillment solution designed to help consumer goods manufacturers break free from third-party platform dependence and embrace direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales. This solution offers comprehensive fulfillment and transportation services, empowering brands to control the user experience, reduce costs, and optimize logistics efficiency. Ryder continuously enhances its e-commerce service capabilities through infrastructure upgrades and strategic acquisitions, providing customers with superior solutions.

01/29/2026 Logistics
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Senegal Customs Improves Leadership Training with WCO Backing

Senegal Customs Improves Leadership Training with WCO Backing

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a leadership and management capacity development workshop in Senegal, aimed at enhancing the leadership, strategic management, and change management skills of Senegalese customs officials. Through interactive teaching methods, case studies, and international experience sharing, the workshop helped participants master key management skills, improve customs administration, and promote economic development. The goal was to empower officials to effectively lead their teams and implement modern customs practices.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Slovenia Leverages Seaports for Global Trade Despite Landlock

Slovenia Leverages Seaports for Global Trade Despite Landlock

Although Slovenia is a landlocked country, it engages in maritime trade through cooperation with Croatia, utilizing the Port of Koper and the Port of Rijeka. Maritime freight costs consist of port fees, freight charges, agency fees, and insurance, influenced by factors such as cargo type, transport distance, time, and market supply and demand. Understanding these elements is crucial for businesses to optimize their international trade strategies and reduce transportation expenses.

01/26/2026 Port Encyclopedia
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DHL Amazon Boost US Warehousing Efficiency with New Logistics Strategy

DHL Amazon Boost US Warehousing Efficiency with New Logistics Strategy

DHL's US warehousing and express delivery service, in collaboration with Amazon, offers strong support for cross-border e-commerce sellers through competitive pricing and guaranteed delivery times. When using this service, it's important to pay attention to product size, weight restrictions, and packaging requirements, and purchasing shipping insurance is recommended. In the future, both parties are expected to further deepen their cooperation and optimize logistics solutions to better serve sellers.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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WCO Aids Palestine in Modernizing Tariff System with Data

WCO Aids Palestine in Modernizing Tariff System with Data

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Palestine in upgrading its tariff classification system. Through data-driven diagnostics and improvement strategies, the initiative aims to enhance customs clearance efficiency, secure revenue, promote compliance, and improve international competitiveness. Key measures include establishing a centralized management agency, improving information systems, strengthening personnel training, and fostering cooperation between customs and businesses. The goal is to build an efficient, accurate, and transparent trade environment.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO JICA Enhance Pacific Islands Customs Capacity

WCO JICA Enhance Pacific Islands Customs Capacity

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) jointly launched the "Program for Master Trainers" (PMF) to help Pacific Island countries build localized teams of HS experts. The program progressively enhances the HS classification capabilities of participating countries through online workshops, expert support, and regional cooperation. The ultimate goal is to establish a regional platform for sharing expert resources, thereby promoting trade facilitation in the Pacific region.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Ports and Customs Collaboration Boosts Global Supply Chain Efficiency

Ports and Customs Collaboration Boosts Global Supply Chain Efficiency

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) jointly held a seminar to strengthen customs-port cooperation and improve global supply chain efficiency. Both parties emphasized the necessity of collaboration and explored ways to break down barriers and achieve mutual trust and benefit through digitalization and standardization. This seminar marks a new stage in customs-port cooperation, foreshadowing new opportunities for global trade development.

01/26/2026 Port Encyclopedia
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Azerbaijan Adopts Nonintrusive Tech to Streamline Customs Trade

Azerbaijan Adopts Nonintrusive Tech to Streamline Customs Trade

Azerbaijan Customs, with support from the World Customs Organization and the Japan Customs Cooperation Fund, held a workshop on X-ray image analysis to enhance the application of Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) technologies. This initiative aims to improve customs clearance efficiency, combat smuggling, and promote trade facilitation through NII techniques. The experience provides valuable lessons for other customs administrations seeking to leverage technology for enhanced border security and streamlined trade processes.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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MSC Acquires Hamburg Port Stake Minority Shareholders Offered Buyout

MSC Acquires Hamburg Port Stake Minority Shareholders Offered Buyout

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) and the City of Hamburg are joining forces to fully acquire HHLA through a "squeeze-out" procedure, buying out minority shareholders with cash compensation. This aims to increase container throughput at the Port of Hamburg, upgrade terminal facilities, and expand MSC's German headquarters, creating more jobs. The future development of the Port of Hamburg will be led by MSC and the Hamburg City government.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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Air Freight Compliance Risks for Electronics Shippers

Air Freight Compliance Risks for Electronics Shippers

This article delves into the risks of undeclared MSDS in air transport of battery-powered products, revealing the severe consequences through real-world cases. It also details the compliance pathways for air transport of such products, including preparing complete documentation, accurately declaring information, standardizing packaging requirements, strengthening employee training, and selecting qualified logistics providers. The aim is to help businesses mitigate risks and conduct international trade safely and efficiently.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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