Global Shipping Costs Rise As Dimensional Weight Fees Bite

Global Shipping Costs Rise As Dimensional Weight Fees Bite

In international small packet shipping, volumetric weight is a crucial factor affecting freight costs. This article analyzes the calculation logic and cost impact of volumetric weight. It provides strategies for optimizing packaging and selecting appropriate shipping channels to help businesses avoid the volumetric weight trap and effectively control logistics costs. By understanding and mitigating the effects of volumetric weight, companies can significantly reduce their shipping expenses and improve their overall profitability.

11/03/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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US Class 8 Truck Orders Drop Sharply Amid Market Worries

US Class 8 Truck Orders Drop Sharply Amid Market Worries

US Class 8 truck orders plummeted in June, hitting a multi-year low. This sharp decline is attributed to several factors, including tariffs, economic uncertainty, and environmental regulations. The market is weakening, and companies need to closely monitor market trends, optimize product structures, and embrace technological innovation to meet challenges and seize opportunities. The downturn highlights the sensitivity of the trucking industry to broader economic pressures and policy changes.

11/03/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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CH Robinson Launches Unified Logistics Management Platform

CH Robinson Launches Unified Logistics Management Platform

C.H. Robinson has launched Managed Solutions, a platform integrating 3PL, 4PL, and TMS technologies to provide businesses with a one-stop logistics management service. This platform helps companies streamline logistics processes, improve efficiency, and reduce costs through end-to-end visibility, automated workflows, and AI-powered capabilities, ultimately enabling smarter supply chain management. It offers a comprehensive approach to optimizing logistics operations and achieving greater supply chain agility.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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Supply Chain Talent Boosts Value in Global Connectivity

Supply Chain Talent Boosts Value in Global Connectivity

Global supply chain transformation demands new talent profiles. Individuals with end-to-end perspectives and cross-functional collaboration skills are crucial. Traditional supply chain models suffer from value leakage. Companies need to build end-to-end talent pools, through internal development and external hiring, equipped with data-driven decision-making, visual communication, modeling and forecasting, process optimization, and continuous learning capabilities. This will drive continuous supply chain optimization and value growth.

11/03/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Flexport Helps Five Brands Streamline Supply Chains

Flexport Helps Five Brands Streamline Supply Chains

Flexport helps five major brands, including American Metalcraft, solve supply chain challenges, enabling digital transformation, freight optimization, and business growth. By leveraging Flexport's platform and expertise, these companies have streamlined their operations, reduced costs, and improved efficiency. This success demonstrates the power of technology and strategic partnerships in navigating the complexities of modern global trade and achieving significant business outcomes. Flexport's solutions provide a competitive edge in today's rapidly evolving marketplace.

11/03/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Streamlining Customs Declarations for Smoother Global Trade

Streamlining Customs Declarations for Smoother Global Trade

Customs declaration is a crucial step in the customs clearance process for import and export goods, serving as a formal statement of the goods' type, quantity, and value. Accurate and compliant declarations help businesses fulfill their legal obligations, expedite clearance, avoid legal risks, and provide data support for national trade statistics. It is typically handled by customs brokers or freight forwarding companies. Accurate declaration is the key to smooth international trade.

11/03/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Crossborder Ecommerce Firms Adopt Smart Warehousing to Cut Costs

Crossborder Ecommerce Firms Adopt Smart Warehousing to Cut Costs

To stand out in the competitive cross-border e-commerce market, companies must prioritize warehouse management. By strategically deploying overseas warehouses, adopting smart warehousing technologies, implementing lean inventory management, and embracing green warehousing practices, businesses can transform their warehousing centers into efficiency engines. This approach reduces costs, enhances operational efficiency, and ultimately builds a high-performance cross-border logistics system, providing a crucial competitive advantage in the global marketplace.

11/03/2025 Warehousing
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Roadone Acquires EHS Trucking to Expand Logistics Services

Roadone Acquires EHS Trucking to Expand Logistics Services

RoadOne IntermodaLogistics acquired EHS Trucking, rebranding it as EHS LogisticSolutions. This acquisition aims to provide customers with more comprehensive and efficient logistics services by integrating resources and optimizing operations. Ed Worley will serve as a consultant, and Mike Lemere will be responsible for daily operations, jointly driving the company's growth. The strategic move strengthens RoadOne's position in the market and enhances its service offerings through the synergy of the two companies.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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International Logistics Essentials: AMS & VGM Requirements Explained

International Logistics Essentials: AMS & VGM Requirements Explained

This article analyzes the differences in requirements between AMS and VGM in international cargo transportation. AMS does not require the tare weight, whereas VGM mandates the complete cargo weight, including the tare weight. In practice, the deadlines for both are often close, necessitating the simultaneous preparation of relevant data to avoid shipping delays. Shipping companies may not process VGM information at specific times, highlighting the importance of timely submission.

07/14/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Port Congestion Crisis: Deep Impact on Shipping and Freight Forwarding Industry

Port Congestion Crisis: Deep Impact on Shipping and Freight Forwarding Industry

The severe congestion at Chittagong Port has led to vessel waiting times extending up to 10 days, causing significant overload in the yard. Shipping companies and the freight forwarding industry are suffering massive economic losses, resulting in diminished customer trust and increased operational costs. Freight forwarding enterprises are under pressure, shipping efficiency is declining, and the entire industry urgently needs to optimize its logistics network to tackle these challenges.

06/19/2025 Logistics
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