Tech Adoption Boosts Supply Chains Amid Trade Wars

Tech Adoption Boosts Supply Chains Amid Trade Wars

A Descartes Systems Group study reveals that 74% of supply chain leaders consider technology crucial for growth, with an even higher percentage among high-growth companies. Global trade intelligence is the top technology choice at 36%, followed by trade analytics and supply chain mapping. Businesses are actively leveraging technology to address trade challenges and drive growth. This highlights the increasing importance of technology in navigating the complexities of modern supply chains and achieving strategic objectives.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Chinaeu Maritime Trade Faces Opportunities Challenges Under CCSA

Chinaeu Maritime Trade Faces Opportunities Challenges Under CCSA

China-Europe maritime trade has a long history, with the CCSA Agreement marking a significant milestone. The trade volume is substantial, with routes spanning the globe. Future development directions include intelligence, green transformation, and enhanced connectivity. Facing challenges such as geopolitics and climate change, strengthened cooperation is needed to jointly address risks and promote sustainable development. The focus should be on fostering a more resilient and environmentally friendly trade relationship between China and Europe.

02/12/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Chinaeurope Maritime Trade Revives Ancient Silk Road Via New Pacts

Chinaeurope Maritime Trade Revives Ancient Silk Road Via New Pacts

China-Europe maritime trade has a long history, with the 2002 maritime agreement marking a significant milestone. This agreement facilitated the growth of trade between China and Europe, and shipping routes now span the globe. Looking ahead, China-Europe maritime transport is poised for development towards intelligence, green practices, interconnectivity, and free trade, promising a bright future. The agreement significantly boosted trade volume and fostered closer economic ties between the two regions.

02/12/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Smart Ports The Transformation Path for Future Logistics

Smart Ports The Transformation Path for Future Logistics

Smart ports leverage technologies like artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things to enhance logistics efficiency, safety, and sustainability. In the next five years, it is anticipated that over half of new port projects will be automated, resulting in a cost reduction of 25%-55%. Despite challenges such as high costs and extreme weather, the prospects for smart port development remain promising. Strategic investments are expected to strengthen infrastructure and capacity, driving continuous progress in the industry.

07/22/2025 Logistics
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Rail Freight Forwarders Embrace Multimodal Transport in Global Trade

Rail Freight Forwarders Embrace Multimodal Transport in Global Trade

Multimodal transportation integrates various modes of transport, including sea, land, and air, providing efficient and economical logistics solutions for international trade. Rail freight forwarding plays a crucial role, requiring familiarity with different transportation methods and coordination across various stages. In the future, multimodal transportation will evolve towards intelligence, sustainability, and collaboration, creating more development opportunities for businesses. It optimizes supply chains by combining the strengths of each mode, reducing costs and transit times, ultimately benefiting global commerce.

08/21/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Wesco Implements RELEX to Modernize Supply Chain

Wesco Implements RELEX to Modernize Supply Chain

Wesco convenience stores partnered with RELEX Solutions to upgrade their supply chain, aiming to integrate supply chain and space planning through intelligent means. This initiative optimizes inventory management, improves space planning efficiency, and simplifies operational processes. This reflects the trend of convenience stores embracing intelligence and enhancing competitiveness, providing a valuable example for other convenience stores. The upgrade focuses on leveraging data-driven insights to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction, ultimately streamlining operations and boosting profitability.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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AGV Vs AMR Key Differences for Logistics Automation

AGV Vs AMR Key Differences for Logistics Automation

This paper provides an in-depth comparison of AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) and AMRs (Autonomous Mobile Robots), highlighting key differences in navigation, flexibility, cost, reliability, installation, safety, and data intelligence. The aim is to assist companies in making informed investment decisions during logistics automation upgrades, enabling them to select the most suitable technology based on their specific business models and needs. This ultimately helps improve supply chain efficiency and competitiveness by choosing the right solution for their automation goals.

11/03/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Thailand Strengthens IP Rights Enforcement with WCO Support

Thailand Strengthens IP Rights Enforcement with WCO Support

Thailand Customs, guided by the WCO, is upgrading its intellectual property border enforcement system through data analysis and risk management optimization. The workshop promoted international cooperation and communication with rights holders. Future efforts will focus on strengthening data analysis capacity building, exploring the application of artificial intelligence, and improving laws and regulations to more effectively combat counterfeit products. This includes enhancing data-driven decision-making and fostering collaboration to address the challenges posed by IP infringements at the border.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Philippines Customs Adopts WCO Data Training to Boost Risk Management

Philippines Customs Adopts WCO Data Training to Boost Risk Management

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a data analysis and risk management workshop for the Philippine Customs, aiming to enhance its risk identification and control capabilities and promote intelligent supervision transformation. The workshop focused on database management and data analysis, emphasizing intelligence-driven risk management techniques, and shared the experience of the Netherlands Customs. The Philippine Customs will explore data analysis tools, strengthen data governance, promote data sharing and cooperation, and build a safer and more efficient trade environment.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Bhutan Boosts Customs Data Analysis with WCO Assistance

Bhutan Boosts Customs Data Analysis with WCO Assistance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) held a workshop on Data Analysis and Artificial Intelligence for Bhutan Customs, aiming to enhance its data-driven decision-making capabilities. Through theoretical learning, practical exercises, and international experience sharing, Bhutanese customs officials grasped the applications of data analysis and AI in areas such as risk management and fraud detection. This initiative lays the foundation for the modernization and transformation of Bhutan Customs, enabling them to leverage data for improved efficiency and effectiveness.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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