Freightos Secures Funding to Advance Global Freight Digitalization

Freightos Secures Funding to Advance Global Freight Digitalization

Freightos digitizes international freight, offering a cloud platform, price index, and management software to enhance transparency and efficiency. Future trends include automation and intelligence. The platform aims to streamline the complex process of global shipping by providing real-time pricing and booking capabilities. This digital transformation of the freight industry promises to reduce costs, improve communication, and ultimately create a more efficient and reliable supply chain. Freightos is at the forefront of this evolution, driving innovation and shaping the future of freight forwarding.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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Freight Forwarding Balances Digital Shift with Traditional Tactics

Freight Forwarding Balances Digital Shift with Traditional Tactics

The international freight forwarding industry is undergoing a battle between digitalization and traditional models. Digitalization reduces costs but is limited by standards, responsibilities, and adaptability. Traditional models excel at risk management but require technological upgrades. In the future, companies should allocate capabilities in a layered manner to achieve a symbiosis of digitalization and traditional experience, building a more competitive service system to adapt to the rapidly iterating market. This balanced approach will allow freight forwarders to leverage the benefits of both approaches.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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WCO Standards Accelerate Global Trade Digitalization

WCO Standards Accelerate Global Trade Digitalization

The Secretary General of the World Customs Organization (WCO) highlighted the crucial role of data and technology in driving the global digital transformation of trade at the ICC Future Trade Forum, introducing relevant WCO initiatives. He advocated for the adoption of the WCO Data Model to promote interoperability of trade standards and explored collaboration opportunities with Singapore Customs, the International Chamber of Commerce, and APEC. The aim is to enhance trade efficiency, security, and inclusivity through standardized data and technological advancements in customs procedures and international trade.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Chinas Truckload Freight Forwarders Adapt to Market Challenges

Chinas Truckload Freight Forwarders Adapt to Market Challenges

This article delves into the current situation and challenges of domestic full truckload (FTL) road transportation, highlighting issues such as small scale, poor coordination, and low levels of digitalization. It details the business scope and operational processes of domestic FTL road transport. Furthermore, it provides suggestions for freight forwarding companies to stand out in the fierce market competition, including improving digitalization, strengthening resource integration, and optimizing transportation routes. The aim is to provide insights for freight forwarders to enhance their competitiveness and efficiency.

08/21/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Uber Freight Expands Digital Tools for Brokers

Uber Freight Expands Digital Tools for Brokers

Uber Freight introduces Broker Access, designed to empower freight brokers through digitalization, streamlining freight processes, mitigating fraud risks, and improving operational efficiency. This solution offers Capacity-as-a-Service, connecting brokers to a network of quality carriers and supporting API, EDI, and TMS integration. Broker Access aims to help brokers achieve business growth in a competitive market by providing tools and access to capacity they need to thrive.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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Digital Freight Forwarding Boosts Air Cargo Efficiency

Digital Freight Forwarding Boosts Air Cargo Efficiency

The international air freight forwarding industry is undergoing a digital transformation. Freight forwarding systems significantly improve efficiency and reshape the industry landscape through automated order processing, real-time logistics tracking, intelligent customs clearance, efficient freight rate management, automated financial settlement, and integrated data analysis. Embracing digitalization is crucial for freight forwarding companies to win in the future. This shift allows for streamlined operations, improved visibility, and better decision-making, ultimately leading to enhanced customer satisfaction and a competitive edge in the global market.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Europe Customs Chiefs Prioritize Digitalization to Boost Trade Compliance

Europe Customs Chiefs Prioritize Digitalization to Boost Trade Compliance

The 2019 WCO European Regional Heads of Customs Conference focused on topics such as regional transit system compatibility, performance measurement, e-commerce, and the WCO Strategic Plan. The meeting emphasized the importance of integrity and digital transformation, and also addressed the appointment of the new Head of the ROCB in Baku. The conference aimed to enhance the effectiveness of European customs administrations and promote regional trade development. The Russian Federal Customs Service was highly commended for its organizational work.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Saudi Customs Adopts WCO Data Model to Boost Digitalization

Saudi Customs Adopts WCO Data Model to Boost Digitalization

The World Customs Organization (WCO) provides crucial support for the modernization of Saudi Customs, facilitating a more efficient and intelligent trade ecosystem through IT diagnostics and WCO Data Model workshops. Saudi Customs is actively pursuing digital transformation initiatives, including the "Fasah" Single Window, "Nebras" system upgrades, and NII equipment integration. The WCO Data Model will assist Saudi Customs in achieving seamless connectivity with international trading partners, streamlining processes and enhancing data exchange for improved trade facilitation and security.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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