Trucking Industry Struggles Persist Amid Mild Recovery FTR Data

Trucking Industry Struggles Persist Amid Mild Recovery FTR Data

FTR's Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) indicates that the trucking industry continues to face challenges such as excess capacity and weak freight volume growth, despite a slight improvement in September. The TCI is expected to remain negative until the end of next year. Stable fuel prices and a slight rebound in demand are positive factors, but the recovery path is long. Companies need to control costs, improve efficiency, diversify services, and pay attention to industry trends to cope with difficulties and embrace future opportunities. The industry requires careful navigation to weather the current storm.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Trade System ATA Carnet to Go Digital by 2027

Global Trade System ATA Carnet to Go Digital by 2027

The ATA/Istanbul Convention Administrative Committee meeting focused on the digital transformation of the ATA Carnet system, aiming for full global digital customs clearance by 2027. The meeting established a global transition timeline for e-ATA and emphasized the importance of customs readiness guidelines and global training. The goal is to enhance customs clearance efficiency, reduce trade costs, and ensure trade security, ultimately fostering a new future for global trade. This initiative promises streamlined processes and improved security measures, contributing to a more efficient and secure international trade environment.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Urges Customsbroker Collaboration to Streamline Global Trade

WCO Urges Customsbroker Collaboration to Streamline Global Trade

The WCO Deputy Secretary-General attended the IFCBA World Congress, emphasizing the crucial role of customs-broker cooperation in trade facilitation. The conference highlighted China Customs' proactive efforts under the Belt and Road Initiative and explored areas of cooperation such as information sharing, capacity building, and compliance incentives. The aim is to build a closer customs-business relationship and promote global trade development. This collaboration is essential for streamlining processes, reducing costs, and ensuring security in the international supply chain, ultimately benefiting both customs administrations and the trading community.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Philippines Launches Study to Streamline Cargo Boost Trade

Philippines Launches Study to Streamline Cargo Boost Trade

The Philippines has launched a National Time Release Study (TRS) to identify bottlenecks in trade processes through data-driven analysis. The goal is to implement targeted reforms to improve trade efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance global competitiveness. This project is a collaboration between the Bureau of Customs (BOC) and the World Customs Organization (WCO), with support from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The final report is expected to be released by the end of 2025. The TRS aims to streamline goods release and contribute to the growth of the Philippine economy.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Fast Fashion Giant SHEIN Expands Globally with Agile Supply Chain

Fast Fashion Giant SHEIN Expands Globally with Agile Supply Chain

SHEIN has experienced significant user growth in 2024, driven by its agile supply chain and 'production-to-sales' model. A Boston Consulting Group report highlights agile supply chains as a new source of competitive advantage in the fashion industry. SHEIN's DTC model achieves supply-demand balance, reduces costs, improves capital efficiency, and lowers product prices. This approach allows SHEIN to quickly adapt to changing consumer preferences and offer a wide variety of trendy items at affordable prices, contributing to its success in the cross-border e-commerce market.

02/12/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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China Eases Crossborder Ecommerce Tax Rules in Shenzhen

China Eases Crossborder Ecommerce Tax Rules in Shenzhen

Shenzhen Municipal Commerce Bureau has optimized and upgraded the registration module for cross-border e-commerce's "tax exemption without invoices" policy, officially launched on February 1st. The new module realizes a fully electronic process, simplifies operations, and clarifies timelines. Companies need to apply through the official platform. The policy applies to the 9610 export model, and detailed application procedures have been published. This move aims to standardize industry development and reduce compliance costs for enterprises. However, the issue of corporate income tax cost confirmation and deduction needs further optimization.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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CEVA Logistics Expands Usmexico Border Service with Saturday Expedite

CEVA Logistics Expands Usmexico Border Service with Saturday Expedite

CEVA Logistics launched its “Saturday Night Express” service, optimizing the “Consolidated Border Trucking” (CBT) program to meet the demand for Monday morning deliveries across the US-Mexico border. By consolidating truckload shipments, customers can reduce costs while ensuring production schedules are met. This service now accounts for 20% of the CBT program and has attracted several automotive industry suppliers. This expedited solution provides a faster and more efficient way to move goods across the border, catering to the time-sensitive needs of the automotive supply chain and other industries.

02/03/2026 Logistics
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Union Pacific Norfolk Southern Merger Under Scrutiny Over Competition Safety

Union Pacific Norfolk Southern Merger Under Scrutiny Over Competition Safety

The proposed $85 billion merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has sparked widespread concern. Unions fear monopolies, job losses, and safety issues, while customers worry about declining service and rising costs. Regulatory scrutiny will determine if the merger is in the public interest and could reshape the US rail transportation landscape. The outcome of the merger will have profound impacts on supply chains, regional economies, and the environment. This merger is a pivotal moment for the industry, potentially leading to significant shifts in power and operations.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Georgia South Carolina Ports Form Southern States Chassis Pool

Georgia South Carolina Ports Form Southern States Chassis Pool

The Georgia Ports Authority and the South Carolina Ports Authority have partnered to submit an agreement to the Federal Maritime Commission to establish the 'South Atlantic Chassis Pool 3.0' (SACP 3.0). This aims to address chassis aging, shortages, and market fragmentation in container shipping in the Southeastern United States. Operated by the North American Chassis Pool Cooperative (NACPC), the pool focuses on improving chassis quality, increasing scale, and providing a cost-based pricing model. The goal is to enhance container shipping efficiency and reduce logistics costs for shippers in the region.

02/03/2026 Logistics
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Fmcsas 34hour Restart Rule Challenges Trucking Industry

Fmcsas 34hour Restart Rule Challenges Trucking Industry

The FMCSA's revised Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, particularly the 34-hour restart provision, have sparked controversy within the freight industry. Many argue that these regulations have decreased efficiency and increased costs. This has led to calls for a suspension and re-evaluation of the current HOS rules, with stakeholders seeking a more balanced approach that prioritizes both safety and productivity in freight transportation. The 34-hour restart specifically is seen by some as a hindrance to efficient operations, prompting the need for further analysis and potential modifications.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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