GAO Calls for Improved DOT Freight and Highway Project Selection

GAO Calls for Improved DOT Freight and Highway Project Selection

A U.S. Government Accountability Office report reveals deficiencies in the Department of Transportation's FASTLANE program regarding freight and highway project selection. Issues include a lack of transparency and inadequate evaluation planning. The report recommends improvements, emphasizing the need for clear evaluation criteria and documented decision-making processes. These changes aim to enhance the efficiency and fairness of project selection, ensuring effective utilization of funds and promoting government accountability. Addressing these shortcomings is crucial for optimizing transportation infrastructure investments.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Bootcamp Teaches Institutional Trading Strategies for Digital Markets

Bootcamp Teaches Institutional Trading Strategies for Digital Markets

A leading digital trading bootcamp in China, designed to help investors master the essence of digital trading and overcome trading challenges. The curriculum covers global economic trends, digital trading mindset models, in-depth analysis of institutional trading processes, institutional-grade trading strategies and risk control, K-line momentum reversal models, and the seven-step trading method. This program aims to enhance investors' trading skills and facilitate wealth appreciation by providing practical knowledge and actionable strategies used by professional institutions.

02/03/2026 International Settlement
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Changshu Launches Worlds First Autonomous Delivery City

Changshu Launches Worlds First Autonomous Delivery City

JD Logistics is building the world's first unmanned delivery city in Changshu, having already deployed its first batch of unmanned vehicles and planning to increase deployments this year. The project is based on JDL JD Logistics' technology brand and utilizes L4 autonomous driving technology. It also innovatively launched an "Adoption Program" to accelerate the large-scale implementation of unmanned delivery. This marks a significant step in the logistics industry's transformation towards intelligence and automation, potentially reshaping the future of urban logistics.

09/28/2025 Logistics
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Chinas Air Cargo Industry Shifts to Paperless Operations

Chinas Air Cargo Industry Shifts to Paperless Operations

Six major airlines and freight forwarders have jointly launched a paperless pilot program for electronic cargo accompanying documents at Pudong Airport. This initiative aims to simplify customs clearance and inspection processes, improve efficiency, reduce costs, and promote the sustainable development of air cargo. As the world's first such initiative jointly launched by airlines and freight forwarders, it marks a solid step in China's air cargo digital transformation. This will promote the construction of Shanghai's air cargo hub, achieving paperless, visualized, and intelligent operations.

09/26/2025 Logistics
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IATA CBTA Certification Enhances Dangerous Goods Transport Safety

IATA CBTA Certification Enhances Dangerous Goods Transport Safety

IATA CBTA certification enhances the standards of dangerous goods transportation. The certification ensures training quality and reduces accident rates. It offers three types of certification tailored to different organizations. This rigorous program aims to improve safety and compliance within the dangerous goods supply chain by standardizing training and competency assessments. By focusing on competency-based training, CBTA certification ensures that personnel are adequately prepared to handle dangerous goods safely and efficiently, ultimately contributing to a safer and more secure transportation environment.

11/03/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Africa Customs Modernizes with EUWCO Trade System Update

Africa Customs Modernizes with EUWCO Trade System Update

The EU-WCO Harmonized System (HS) Africa Programme aims to enhance customs management in Africa by standardizing commodity classification, facilitating regional trade, and supporting the establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The inaugural meeting of the Steering Committee marks the substantial advancement of the project. All parties will collaborate to build a new landscape for African trade. The program seeks to streamline customs procedures, reduce trade barriers, and promote economic growth across the continent through harmonized standards and improved efficiency.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO and Eswatini Revenue Authority Launch Training Evaluation Pilot

WCO and Eswatini Revenue Authority Launch Training Evaluation Pilot

The World Customs Organization (WCO), in collaboration with the Eswatini Revenue Authority (ERA), launched a pilot training evaluation project to enhance customs officers' capabilities and optimize processes. This project utilizes a five-level evaluation model to comprehensively assess training effectiveness and support the HS-Africa Project and the Training of Trainers program. The project's findings will be shared at the WCO Capacity Building Committee meeting, contributing to global customs capacity building efforts. This initiative aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness within customs administrations.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Egypt Modernizes Customs with US Aid to Boost Trade Efficiency

Egypt Modernizes Customs with US Aid to Boost Trade Efficiency

The Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) supported a valuation workshop for Egyptian Customs, aiming to enhance the expertise of Egyptian customs officials in areas such as the WTO Valuation Agreement, price adjustments, and advance ruling systems. Through case studies and direct engagement with challenges, the workshop contributes to trade facilitation in Egypt and fosters a more fair and transparent trading environment for businesses. The training focused on practical application and problem solving to improve efficiency and compliance within the Egyptian customs system.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Boosts Nicaraguas Trade and Security Through Customs Reform

WCO Boosts Nicaraguas Trade and Security Through Customs Reform

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Deputy Secretary General visited Nicaraguan Customs to support its modernization efforts. Nicaragua is enhancing its national competitiveness and integrating into the global trade system through initiatives like implementing the AEO program, introducing non-intrusive inspection technologies, and participating in Central American customs integration. Dialogue with the private sector is also crucial for building a mutually beneficial and trustworthy partnership. Nicaragua's case offers valuable lessons for other developing countries seeking to modernize their customs procedures and facilitate trade.

12/30/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Amazon Reverses Brand Licensing Policy Disrupts Sellers Before Holidays

Amazon Reverses Brand Licensing Policy Disrupts Sellers Before Holidays

Amazon's sudden termination of the third-party brand licensing program has left many sellers facing inventory glut. This decision may be related to antitrust investigations, controversies surrounding Amazon's own brands, and the platform's ecosystem balance. While this presents opportunities for ordinary sellers, they need to strengthen brand building, diversify operations, and pay close attention to platform policies to thrive in cross-border e-commerce. The change emphasizes the importance of independent branding and adaptability for sellers navigating the evolving Amazon marketplace.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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