WCO Launches ACE Portal to Strengthen Global Customs Training

WCO Launches ACE Portal to Strengthen Global Customs Training

The World Customs Organization (WCO) launched the ACE Expert Portal to optimize global expert resource management and enhance capacity building efficiency. This platform empowers individual expert development, facilitates knowledge sharing, and supports member-driven development. Through centralized management and permission settings, the ACE Expert Portal helps the WCO build a talent-driven customs organization, contributing to global trade security and facilitation. It aims to streamline expert identification, deployment, and knowledge transfer, ultimately strengthening customs administrations worldwide.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Asiapacific Customs Adopts VR for Regional Training

Asiapacific Customs Adopts VR for Regional Training

The 20th Meeting of Heads of WCO Regional Training Centers in Asia Pacific was held in Bangkok, Thailand. The meeting focused on empowering and strengthening regional cooperation through VR technology to enhance customs capacity building and promote regional customs modernization. The importance of impact assessment in capacity building was emphasized. The meeting also explored the challenges and future development directions of customs training under the pandemic, aiming to build a safer and more efficient regional trade environment.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Central America Adopts Kyoto Convention to Modernize Customs

Central America Adopts Kyoto Convention to Modernize Customs

The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO)-World Customs Organization Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP) launched an assistance program in Central America to help countries adopt the Revised Kyoto Convention, simplify customs procedures, and promote trade facilitation. Through workshops, self-assessments, and capacity building, the project will support Central America in improving customs management and integrating into the global trade system. The initiative aims to enhance efficiency and transparency in customs operations across the region.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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OAG Flight Data Enhances Aviation Precision and Strategy

OAG Flight Data Enhances Aviation Precision and Strategy

OAG historical flight data service provides global flight data from 2004 to the present, delivered through API, data warehouse, and other methods. It empowers businesses with market analysis, risk management, opportunity identification, and predictive modeling, offering decision support for the aviation industry. Access comprehensive flight schedules, actual flight times, and aircraft information to gain valuable insights into airline performance, route profitability, and market trends. Leverage this data to optimize operations, identify new revenue streams, and make informed strategic decisions.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Aviation Sector Advances Toward Netzero with CORSIA Momentum

Aviation Sector Advances Toward Netzero with CORSIA Momentum

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)'s CORSIA scheme aims to stabilize net CO2 emissions from international aviation. The program mandates airlines to offset their emissions growth and encourages states to supply eligible emission units. Currently, 129 states participate in CORSIA, with more ambitious emission reduction goals set. The aviation industry is committed to technological and operational improvements to achieve climate targets. CORSIA plays a crucial role in mitigating the environmental impact of air travel through carbon offsetting mechanisms.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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IATA Council Advises on Airline Distribution Future

IATA Council Advises on Airline Distribution Future

The IATA Distribution Advisory Council (DAC) serves as a think tank for industry distribution strategies. Through strategic consulting, policy recommendations, risk assessment, and collaboration, it provides expert advice to the IATA Board. The DAC promotes diversification of distribution channels, accelerates technological innovation, and unifies industry standards. Its influence on aviation distribution strategies is profound, shaping the future of how airlines reach and serve their customers. The council's work is crucial for navigating the evolving landscape of air travel distribution.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Aviation Sector Focuses on Ground Handling Compliance for Safety

Aviation Sector Focuses on Ground Handling Compliance for Safety

This article delves into the importance of safety and compliance in ground handling services, highlighting the challenges faced by ground handling companies. It focuses on IATA Consulting's Ramp Safety and Regulatory Compliance service, which helps ground handling companies improve safety levels and ensure compliant operations through comprehensive reviews, industry benchmarking, corrective action plans, and implementation support. Ultimately, this service aims to enable sustainable development for ground handling businesses by fostering a culture of safety and adherence to regulations.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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IATA Celebrates 50 Years of Training Shaping Aviations Future

IATA Celebrates 50 Years of Training Shaping Aviations Future

With fifty years of development, IATA Training keeps pace with industry changes, providing high-quality training services to the global aviation industry through experiential learning, curriculum innovation, data-driven insights, and diversified channels. IATA is committed to representing, leading, and serving the aviation industry, contributing to its sustainable development. Its training programs are designed to meet the evolving needs of aviation professionals and organizations worldwide, ensuring a skilled and knowledgeable workforce for the future of air travel.

01/08/2026 Airlines
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UPS Cuts Jobs Boosts Automation Amid Industry Shifts

UPS Cuts Jobs Boosts Automation Amid Industry Shifts

In response to network adjustments in the US and reduced Amazon volume, UPS has laid off approximately 34,000 employees and closed 93 buildings this year. The company is actively transforming through automation upgrades and focusing on high-profit businesses to adapt to the evolving e-commerce landscape and increasing customer demands. This strategic adjustment offers significant insights for the entire logistics industry. The changes highlight the need for adaptability and efficiency in a rapidly changing market environment.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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UPS Offers Buyouts to Optimize US Network

UPS Offers Buyouts to Optimize US Network

UPS is streamlining its U.S. operations through a voluntary buyout program, aiming to optimize its network, reduce costs, and improve efficiency in response to market challenges and achieve sustainable growth. This move is linked to decreased Amazon volume and reflects the cost pressures and transformation needs facing the logistics industry. UPS's strategic transformation warrants attention. The company hopes this will allow them to better compete and adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of delivery and supply chain management.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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