Los Angeles Port Thrives As Long Beach Struggles Amid Trade Shifts

Los Angeles Port Thrives As Long Beach Struggles Amid Trade Shifts

The Port of Los Angeles saw a 3% increase in throughput in August, its first growth in 13 months, driven by rising imports and exports. Conversely, the Port of Long Beach experienced a 15.4% decrease, returning to pre-pandemic levels, influenced by warehouse inventories and shifting consumer spending habits. Facing economic headwinds and inventory surpluses, the Port of Los Angeles achieved growth through its geographical advantages and operational strategies. Sustaining competitiveness will be crucial for the port in the future.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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Shipping Industry Urges Strategies to Avoid Demurrage Fees

Shipping Industry Urges Strategies to Avoid Demurrage Fees

Demurrage and detention are common additional costs in international trade. Demurrage refers to charges incurred for exceeding the free storage time for goods at a terminal. Detention refers to charges for holding a container beyond the allowed free time. Careful planning of cargo pickup and container return, maximizing the use of free time, can effectively avoid these unnecessary expenses. It is recommended to consult local information for specific regulations regarding demurrage and detention fees.

09/28/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Express or Standard Picking the Best Global Shipping Speed

Express or Standard Picking the Best Global Shipping Speed

International shipping offers both fast and slow ship options, differing significantly in routes, capacity, transit time, and cost. Fast ships provide quicker delivery but at a higher price, suitable for time-sensitive cargo. Slow ships are more economical but slower, ideal for price-sensitive goods. Choosing between them requires careful consideration of time constraints, budget, cargo characteristics, and transport stability. Factors like urgency and cost tolerance should influence the decision between these two shipping methods.

01/29/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Key Factors Affecting International Shipping Speeds

Key Factors Affecting International Shipping Speeds

International express delivery time is affected by transportation channels, destination, cargo attributes, logistics operations, and unforeseen factors. Commercial express is fast but expensive, while EMS is slower but cheaper, and dedicated line express is in between. Destination region, cargo compliance, logistics operation efficiency, customs clearance speed, and unexpected events such as weather and policies all impact delivery time. Optimization strategies include choosing the appropriate channel, preparing compliant documents, improving operational efficiency, and allowing sufficient time.

02/06/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Amazon Launches AB Testing Tool for Seller Listings

Amazon Launches AB Testing Tool for Seller Listings

Amazon's "Manage Your Experiments" tool empowers brand sellers with A/B testing capabilities. By comparing the performance of different listing versions, it helps pinpoint optimization areas and improve conversion rates. This article details the tool's features, value, and creation steps. It also reminds sellers to pay attention to FBA inventory deadlines for Black Friday and the Christmas season.

01/04/2026 Logistics
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Descartes Buys Sellercloud to Expand Ecommerce Logistics

Descartes Buys Sellercloud to Expand Ecommerce Logistics

Descartes acquired Sellercloud to build a more comprehensive e-commerce logistics platform, covering inventory, orders, warehousing, and transportation. This acquisition will provide Descartes' customers with a more integrated e-commerce solution, helping small and medium-sized businesses improve efficiency and reduce costs. Descartes continues to lead the e-commerce logistics industry towards integration and intelligence through acquisitions and innovation.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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Logistics Firms Eye Overseas Expansion in 2024

Logistics Firms Eye Overseas Expansion in 2024

Changjiang Securities' Han Yichao believes that 2024 presents significant opportunities for overseas logistics. Import of raw materials, overseas expansion of high-end manufacturing, and cross-border e-commerce form three golden tracks. Logistics companies should seize these opportunities to break through growth bottlenecks and achieve global layouts. Industrial logistics needs to wait for a recovery opportunity after inventory replenishment.

02/11/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Adapt to FBA Storage Limits

Amazon Sellers Adapt to FBA Storage Limits

Facing FBA storage limit issues? This article offers three solutions to help you overcome capacity challenges. First, request additional storage using the Storage Capacity Manager. Second, leverage the Amazon Warehousing & Distribution (AWD) network for unlimited storage and intelligent replenishment. Finally, enable overseas warehouse transfers for flexible inventory preparation. Break through storage bottlenecks and seize sales opportunities.

01/19/2026 Warehousing
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