North American Intermodal Market Rebounds in Q4 2024 Outlook Uncertain

North American Intermodal Market Rebounds in Q4 2024 Outlook Uncertain

The North American intermodal market saw a strong rebound in Q4, with total volume increasing by 3.1%, the first growth in nine quarters. While full-year volume declined by 5.9%, inventory adjustments and shifts in consumer spending patterns suggest growth potential in 2024. Changes in the global shipping landscape and competition from trucking pose challenges. Companies need to seize opportunities, optimize strategies, and collectively create a new era of intermodal success.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Averitt Express Unveils Retail Supply Chain Optimization Service

Averitt Express Unveils Retail Supply Chain Optimization Service

Averitt Express introduces its retail distribution service, focusing on providing retailers with customized supply chain solutions. The service aims to accelerate speed to shelf, optimize inventory management, and improve overall operational efficiency. By streamlining these processes, Averitt empowers retailers to gain a competitive edge in the demanding marketplace. This offering provides tailored strategies to meet the unique needs of each retailer, ensuring a more agile and responsive supply chain.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Tongtool YMS Boosts Crossborder Ecommerce with Marketing Tools

Tongtool YMS Boosts Crossborder Ecommerce with Marketing Tools

YMS by Tongtu is a cross-border e-commerce growth engine, offering multi-platform marketing and advertising, intelligent assistance tools, a YMS distribution system, and dropshipping services. The system integrates with major platforms, supporting bulk ad creation, sales and inventory analysis, competitor monitoring, and Listing operation analysis. Training courses on Listing, marketing, ERP, and distribution are scheduled for next week to help sellers get started quickly and improve operational efficiency.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Supply Chain Iot Transforms Logistics with Data Analytics

Supply Chain Iot Transforms Logistics with Data Analytics

Supply Chain IoT connects devices, tracks logistics, optimizes inventory, and improves efficiency. Integrating reusable packaging enhances transparency. The intelligent development of Supply Chain IoT is driven by technologies like AI, enabling real-time visibility and data-driven decision-making across the entire supply chain. This leads to reduced waste, improved sustainability, and increased resilience in the face of disruptions, ultimately creating a more agile and responsive supply chain ecosystem.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazons AHA Program Faces Scrutiny As Seller Fees Rise

Amazons AHA Program Faces Scrutiny As Seller Fees Rise

Amazon's AHA program aims to protect compliant seller accounts, but the associated increase in logistics and warehousing costs intensifies operational pressure. To navigate this competitive landscape, sellers need to refine operations, accelerate inventory turnover, control stock levels, and consider diversifying sales channels to adapt to Amazon's policy changes. The rising costs present a significant challenge, requiring sellers to optimize their strategies for profitability and sustainability on the Amazon platform.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Fruugo Expands Crossborder Sales with Dianxiaomi ERP Integration

Fruugo Expands Crossborder Sales with Dianxiaomi ERP Integration

Dianxiaomi ERP has successfully integrated with the Fruugo platform, providing sellers with a one-stop solution for intelligent order processing, inventory management, and logistics matching. This integration helps sellers efficiently operate their Fruugo stores, seize emerging market opportunities, and achieve significant performance growth. The Fruugo platform itself is characterized by low risk and high return. The combination with Dianxiaomi ERP will bring greater growth potential for cross-border e-commerce sellers.

12/31/2025 Logistics
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Amazon Prime Day Shipping Costs Rise Due to Warehouse Delays

Amazon Prime Day Shipping Costs Rise Due to Warehouse Delays

This article analyzes the challenges faced by cross-border logistics in the lead-up to Amazon Prime Day, including rising shipping costs, surging demand, and increased last-mile delivery expenses. It provides sellers with strategies to cope with these challenges, such as early planning, comparing prices across multiple channels, and optimizing inventory management. By implementing these tactics, sellers can better capitalize on the opportunities presented by Prime Day.

12/31/2025 Logistics
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Amazon Shutters Toronto Fulfillment Center Disrupts Seller Operations

Amazon Shutters Toronto Fulfillment Center Disrupts Seller Operations

Amazon Canada's YYZ9 warehouse is temporarily closed for renovations and is expected to reopen in Q4. Sellers need to adjust their shipping strategies. Amazon will arrange for the transfer of any shipments already en route to YYZ9. This closure necessitates proactive planning to mitigate potential disruptions to inventory and order fulfillment. Sellers should consider alternative fulfillment centers or adjust shipment schedules to ensure continued service during this period.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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Amazon Revises US Shipping Rules for Thirdparty Sellers

Amazon Revises US Shipping Rules for Thirdparty Sellers

Amazon US has adjusted its shipping and handling time policies, posing challenges for seller-fulfilled merchants. Sellers need to reassess their logistics models, optimize partnerships, strengthen inventory management, improve order processing efficiency, and flexibly adjust time settings to address the impact of the new regulations and ensure account health. This requires a proactive approach to adapt to the changing landscape of e-commerce fulfillment and maintain competitiveness within the Amazon marketplace.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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US Import Volumes Drop Sharply Amid Trade Slowdown

US Import Volumes Drop Sharply Amid Trade Slowdown

The latest report reveals a significant drop in US imports for November, influenced by seasonal factors, tariff policies, and geopolitical tensions. A substantial decline in imports from China indicates a reshaping of trade patterns. Businesses should diversify their supply chains and optimize inventory management to proactively navigate the trade downturn. The decrease in imports suggests a cooling in economic activity and highlights the need for strategic adjustments in global trade relationships.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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