Amazon Imposes New Storage Fees Urges Sellers to Adapt

Amazon Imposes New Storage Fees Urges Sellers to Adapt

Amazon introduces a new storage utilization surcharge, increasing costs for sellers with low sales velocity. To mitigate this, sellers need to refine inventory management, optimize listings, participate in promotions, drive external traffic, and strategically plan shipments. These strategies are crucial for adapting to the new regulations and maintaining profitability. Effective inventory management and sales optimization are key to minimizing the impact of the surcharge and ensuring continued success on the Amazon platform.

12/30/2025 Warehousing
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Amazon Sellers Adapt to New Listing Rules for Growth

Amazon Sellers Adapt to New Listing Rules for Growth

Amazon sellers need to pay attention to new Listing optimization regulations, especially adjustments to required attributes. This article provides an in-depth interpretation of the new rules and offers a comprehensive Listing optimization strategy, covering key aspects such as titles, images, descriptions, keywords, variations, and reviews. It also explores strategies for Listing renovation, appeal techniques, category optimization, and monitoring adjustments to help sellers address traffic and conversion challenges and succeed on the Amazon platform. Focus on these changes to improve visibility and sales performance.

Amazon Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Boost Ad Traffic

Amazon Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Boost Ad Traffic

This article delves into the common issue of excessive product page exposure in Amazon advertising campaigns. It analyzes the underlying causes and provides a range of practical optimization strategies, including increasing bids, improving keyword weighting, and optimizing listings. The aim is to help sellers precisely direct advertising traffic to the search results page, thereby enhancing advertising effectiveness and ROI by minimizing wasted clicks on the product page itself and maximizing visibility where customers are actively searching.

WCO Introduces New Audit Tools to Enhance Trade Facilitation

WCO Introduces New Audit Tools to Enhance Trade Facilitation

The World Customs Organization (WCO) has launched new Post Clearance Audit (PCA) tools to assist member customs administrations in enhancing trade facilitation. Developed through expert group meetings, the WCO created two key tools: the PCA Benefits Visualization Tool and the PCA Technical Reference. These tools are designed to help customs management and frontline auditors better understand and implement PCA effectively. By improving PCA practices, these tools aim to contribute to the healthy development of global trade and streamline customs procedures.

Amazon Sellers Face New Copyright Claims How to Respond

Amazon Sellers Face New Copyright Claims How to Respond

A new type of infringement complaint has emerged on Amazon, originating from marketplaces where sellers haven't launched, leading to listing removals and difficult appeals. It is recommended that sellers register their trademarks (R Trademark) and join the Transparency Program. This approach helps fundamentally address infringement issues and protect brand rights by providing proactive brand protection measures and verification against counterfeit products.

Amazon Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Cut Fulfillment Costs

Amazon Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Cut Fulfillment Costs

This paper delves into the impact of Amazon's inventory placement on seller costs and explores potential strategies to avoid it, including modifying shipping addresses, adjusting product dimensions, and merging shipments with older versions. It also provides a guide to navigating Amazon warehouses and emphasizes the importance of data-driven warehouse selection strategies. The aim is to help sellers reduce costs and improve efficiency by understanding and mitigating the challenges associated with Amazon's inventory placement program.

01/16/2026 Logistics
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New HS Codes Aim to Boost Sustainable Fishing Globally

New HS Codes Aim to Boost Sustainable Fishing Globally

This paper explores how the Harmonized System (HS) code can promote the sustainable development of global fisheries. By refining the classification of aquaculture products, establishing specific codes for key traded species, and incorporating CITES species and species with Codex Alimentarius standards into the HS code, making the HS code more 'green', it can better monitor and manage global fisheries trade, thereby achieving sustainable fisheries development. The paper argues that a more detailed and environmentally conscious HS code is crucial for effective fisheries management and conservation.

Trucking Industry Adapts to New ELD and HOS Regulations

Trucking Industry Adapts to New ELD and HOS Regulations

This article provides an in-depth analysis of two recent regulatory developments in the trucking industry: the FMCSA's update to the 'personal conveyance' provision and the introduction of the 'Honest Operators Undertaking Road Safety Act' (HOURS Act). It examines the impact of these regulatory changes on driver operations, agricultural transportation, and the balance between industry efficiency and safety. The article also explores future trends in intelligent and human-centered regulations within the trucking sector, considering the evolving landscape of technology and its influence on regulatory policies.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Freight Industry Adapts to Market Challenges Amid New Normal

Freight Industry Adapts to Market Challenges Amid New Normal

This LM Podcast features Tom Nightingale providing insights into key trends and challenges in the current freight and logistics market. He discusses the peak season outlook, capacity and rates, nearshoring trends, and the impact of the Baltimore event. He emphasizes the importance of strengthening risk management, embracing digital transformation, focusing on sustainability, and prioritizing talent development for businesses to navigate the complex and volatile market environment. Businesses should be proactive and adaptable to succeed in this dynamic landscape.

2025 Delivery Surge to Bring Higher Fees New Carriers

2025 Delivery Surge to Bring Higher Fees New Carriers

ShipMatrix forecasts a 5% increase in package volume during the 2025 peak season, but rising surcharges may reshape the carrier landscape. The rise of large enterprises and emerging logistics providers will challenge the market share of traditional carriers. Logistics companies need to optimize supply chains, diversify carriers, and invest in automation to cope with these changes. The increasing costs associated with peak season shipping, particularly surcharges, will force shippers to re-evaluate their strategies and potentially explore alternative delivery solutions.