Cold Chain Industry Adapts to Dry Ice Shortage with New Solutions

Cold Chain Industry Adapts to Dry Ice Shortage with New Solutions

The shortage of dry ice due to tight carbon dioxide supplies poses a challenge for cold chain packaging companies. To address this, companies are actively innovating by developing new phase change material packaging, exploring alternative coolants, and optimizing packaging designs to reduce reliance on dry ice. These efforts aim to enhance safety and sustainability while driving the development of the cold chain logistics industry. The focus is on finding effective and environmentally friendly solutions to maintain temperature control during transportation and storage, despite the dry ice limitations.

01/15/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ecommerce Firms Face Rising Customs Fees Seek Cost Strategies

Ecommerce Firms Face Rising Customs Fees Seek Cost Strategies

This article provides a detailed analysis of the various fees that may arise when international express deliveries are detained by customs, including customs duties and penalties, storage and demurrage fees, and customs clearance agency fees. It also proposes corresponding strategies for cross-border e-commerce sellers to help them minimize losses caused by detention and improve the efficiency of their cross-border business. The aim is to equip sellers with the knowledge to navigate customs issues effectively and reduce the financial impact of unexpected delays.

01/15/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Niger in Customs Reform to Enhance Revenue

WCO Aids Niger in Customs Reform to Enhance Revenue

The World Customs Organization (WCO) continuously supports Niger Customs in enhancing its valuation capabilities. This support includes organizing training workshops, providing technical assistance, and supplying toolkits. These efforts aim to empower Niger Customs to take ownership of valuation processes, fostering a more equitable and efficient trade environment. Ultimately, this leads to improved revenue collection and contributes to economic development in Niger.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Maldives Customs Boosts Leadership Skills Via WCO Program

Maldives Customs Boosts Leadership Skills Via WCO Program

The Maldives Customs Service (MCS) participated in the WCO Leadership and Management Development Program, organizing senior management workshops to enhance leadership skills and drive customs modernization. The workshops covered change management, strategic planning, and personnel management, emphasizing practicality and interaction. They fostered team building and a unified vision, laying the foundation for the future development of the MCS. The initiative aimed to equip leaders with the necessary tools and knowledge to navigate challenges and effectively lead the organization through its modernization journey.

01/07/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Amazon Sellers Face Costly Return and Relabeling Challenges

Amazon Sellers Face Costly Return and Relabeling Challenges

Amazon's strict return and exchange policy poses challenges for sellers. Common issues include non-compliant product packaging, quality problems, and logistics delays. Solutions involve optimizing packaging, ensuring product quality, and enhancing communication with buyers, which can effectively reduce returns and exchanges while improving the customer shopping experience.

07/29/2025 Logistics
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Ocean Freight Shippers Urged to Avoid Demurrage Optimize Pickup

Ocean Freight Shippers Urged to Avoid Demurrage Optimize Pickup

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the sea freight delivery process, explaining how key steps like unloading, yard operations, and LCL cargo handling impact delivery time efficiency. It emphasizes the importance of free storage periods and demurrage charges, offering practical strategies to avoid the latter. The role of the Bill of Lading and the trend of digital delivery are also discussed. The aim is to help consignees understand delivery timelines and optimize logistics costs, ultimately improving their efficiency and reducing potential expenses associated with demurrage and delays.

11/03/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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JD Logistics A Trailblazer in the Shared Economy Transformation

JD Logistics A Trailblazer in the Shared Economy Transformation

JD Logistics is actively transforming and promoting the application of intelligent warehouse management systems to enhance storage efficiency and reduce costs. With the development of the shared economy in the e-commerce industry, companies like JD are accelerating the opening of their logistics services to third parties, seeking collaboration with other logistics companies. This strategy not only shares warehouse costs among e-commerce platforms but also promotes efficient operations in the logistics sector. In the future, intelligentization and collaboration will become the core driving forces of the logistics industry.

07/28/2025 Logistics
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TSA Updates Guidelines for Safe Electronics Luggage Handling

TSA Updates Guidelines for Safe Electronics Luggage Handling

From a data analyst's perspective, this article provides a detailed interpretation of safety requirements for electronic devices and luggage storage during flights. It covers the overheating risk of wheeled luggage, issues with seat gaps, charging safety, and regulations regarding carrying electronic devices, using airplane mode, and usage during takeoff and landing. The article emphasizes the importance of raising safety awareness and adhering to airline regulations to ensure flight safety. It highlights key aspects of safe handling and usage to minimize potential risks and contribute to a secure flying experience.

01/16/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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New York New Jersey Ports Enforce Revised Container Fee to Reduce Congestion

New York New Jersey Ports Enforce Revised Container Fee to Reduce Congestion

The Port of New York and New Jersey has implemented a revised container dwell fee policy to mitigate port congestion by balancing import and export container volumes and reducing empty container accumulation. The new regulations detail fee structures, empty container evacuation ratios, and utilize algorithms to customize fees based on carrier circumstances. This aims to improve port operational efficiency and ensure a smooth supply chain by incentivizing timely container movement and discouraging prolonged storage. The policy is designed to address the ongoing challenges of port congestion and optimize container flow.

01/16/2026 Port Encyclopedia
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Amazon Sellers Weigh Risks of Overseas Warehouses

Amazon Sellers Weigh Risks of Overseas Warehouses

This paper delves into the role and value of overseas warehouses in Amazon operations, highlighting advantages such as reduced logistics costs, alleviated storage pressure, provision of labeling services, and support for dropshipping. It also reveals potential risks associated with overseas warehouses, including trust deficits and regulatory blind spots. The paper provides sellers with recommendations for selecting overseas warehouses, aiming to help them make informed choices, mitigate risks, and achieve sustainable development in their cross-border e-commerce businesses. It underscores the importance of due diligence and careful consideration when integrating overseas warehousing into their Amazon strategy.

12/31/2025 Warehousing
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