CH Robinson Aids Shippers During Peak Supply Chain Season

CH Robinson Aids Shippers During Peak Supply Chain Season

C.H. Robinson's President of Global Forwarding, Mike Short, shares strategies for navigating current supply chain challenges, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, diversification, and close collaboration. Faced with port congestion and capacity shortages, shippers should remain open-minded, actively seek alternative solutions, and work closely with partners to overcome difficulties. He highlights the need to adapt to changing market conditions and proactively manage potential disruptions to ensure smooth operations during peak season and beyond. This collaborative approach is key to mitigating risks and maintaining supply chain resilience.

01/30/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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WCO Businesses Join Forces to Tackle Postpandemic Smuggling

WCO Businesses Join Forces to Tackle Postpandemic Smuggling

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is collaborating with the business community to address the challenges posed by smuggling and counterfeit trade in the post-pandemic era. By strengthening customs-business partnerships, leveraging data analytics and technological innovation, the aim is to build a more secure and efficient global trade system. This collaboration seeks to protect consumer rights, maintain fair market competition, and ultimately achieve sustainable supply chain development. The joint efforts are crucial for mitigating risks and fostering a resilient and trustworthy international trade environment.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Botswana Strengthens Environmental Customs Enforcement Under Global Pacts

Botswana Strengthens Environmental Customs Enforcement Under Global Pacts

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with UNEP and others, held a workshop for Botswana Customs to enhance awareness of the Basel and Montreal Conventions and strengthen controls over the cross-border movement of hazardous waste and ozone-depleting substances. The workshop fostered cooperation between customs and environmental agencies. Further technical assistance is planned to support the implementation of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement. This initiative aims to bolster Botswana's capacity in enforcing environmental regulations and facilitating legitimate trade while preventing illegal trafficking of harmful materials.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Urges Digital Shift Regional Ties to Boost African Trade

WCO Urges Digital Shift Regional Ties to Boost African Trade

The Secretary General of the World Customs Organization attended the East and Southern Africa Regional Customs Research Conference, emphasizing the importance of digital transformation and regional cooperation for African trade development. The conference focused on the impact of emerging issues on customs and trade, calling for enhanced data utilization, talent development, and collaboration with the private sector to promote the construction of the African single market. The World Customs Organization will continue to support African customs development and contribute to the prosperity of African trade.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Asiapacific Customs in Tackling Plastic Waste

WCO Aids Asiapacific Customs in Tackling Plastic Waste

The World Customs Organization (WCO) assists Asia-Pacific customs in enhancing plastic waste management capabilities through virtual diagnostic missions, tailored implementation plans, and regional workshops, addressing cross-border plastic waste challenges. The Basel Convention amendment's entry into force marks a new phase in global plastic waste governance. Data empowerment will improve the precision and effectiveness of plastic waste management, fostering a cleaner and more sustainable future. These efforts highlight the importance of international collaboration and innovative approaches to tackle the growing problem of plastic pollution.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Jamaica Customs Adopts Digital Tools for Crossborder Efficiency

Jamaica Customs Adopts Digital Tools for Crossborder Efficiency

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Jamaica Customs in enhancing its cross-border collaboration environment. Through workshops, the WCO shared best practices for Single Window (SW) implementation, emphasizing the importance of regulatory coordination, data standardization, and process re-engineering. Jamaica has made progress in project implementation but still faces challenges. Recommendations include strengthening top-level design, establishing coordination mechanisms, and promoting data standardization to achieve trade facilitation and economic development. These efforts are crucial for streamlining customs procedures and boosting Jamaica's economic competitiveness.

01/30/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Aviation Sector Adopts Open Apis to Boost Digital Transformation

Aviation Sector Adopts Open Apis to Boost Digital Transformation

IATA's Open API strategy aims to build an open data ecosystem for the aviation industry through Open APIs, open standards, and open architecture, breaking down data silos and improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and optimizing passenger experience. The IATA Open API Hub serves as an API discovery and sharing platform, promoting API standardization and quality assurance. Strategic partnerships drive industry-wide standard development, accelerating digital transformation in the aviation sector. The goal is to foster innovation and collaboration by making aviation data more accessible and interoperable.

02/03/2026 Airlines
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Oneworld Joins IATA CO2 Connect to Advance Sustainable Aviation

Oneworld Joins IATA CO2 Connect to Advance Sustainable Aviation

Oneworld is the first airline alliance to join IATA CO2 Connect, marking a significant step in aviation carbon accounting. By sharing operational data, it enhances the accuracy of carbon emission calculations and provides passengers with more transparent carbon footprint information, supporting the aviation industry's sustainable development goals. This initiative not only addresses passenger demand for eco-friendly travel but also empowers key aviation stakeholders to make more informed decisions. The collaboration aims to improve the reliability and consistency of carbon emission data across the Oneworld network.

02/03/2026 Airlines
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Shipping Industry Grapples With Manifestbill of Lading Discrepancies

Shipping Industry Grapples With Manifestbill of Lading Discrepancies

This paper analyzes the risk of inconsistencies between manifest and bill of lading information in international maritime transport from a data analyst's perspective. It quantifies the cascading effects of these inconsistencies across export, transportation, and import stages. The study provides data-driven strategies to help companies mitigate risks and improve operational efficiency. It emphasizes the importance of source control, process monitoring, and emergency response. Furthermore, it explores the potential of blockchain technology in document collaboration within the maritime industry, suggesting future directions for enhanced security and transparency.

02/03/2026 Document Interpretation
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US House Passes CORCA Act to Tackle Retail Crime

US House Passes CORCA Act to Tackle Retail Crime

The House Judiciary Committee passed the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025 (CORCA), aiming to strengthen federal law enforcement, establish crime coordination centers, increase penalties for cargo theft, and enhance public-private partnerships. This legislation addresses the growing problem of organized cargo and retail theft, seeking to protect supply chain security and consumer interests. CORCA aims to provide better tools and resources to combat these crimes and deter future offenses by improving collaboration and increasing accountability for those involved in organized retail crime.

02/03/2026 Logistics
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