Canada Post Union Strike Deal to Avoid Holiday Disruptions

Canada Post Union Strike Deal to Avoid Holiday Disruptions

Canada Post and its union reached a tentative agreement, suspending the strike and alleviating concerns about holiday season parcel delays. However, facing intense market competition and its own operational challenges, Canada Post still needs profound reforms and innovations. These include optimizing efficiency, improving service, expanding business, strengthening technology investment, and improving labor relations. Only then can it reverse the decline and win the future.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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Q1 2025 Freight Index Shows Diverging Multimodal Pricing Trends

Q1 2025 Freight Index Shows Diverging Multimodal Pricing Trends

The TD Cowen-AFS Freight Index reveals a mixed bag for different transportation modes despite overall weak freight demand. Truckload spot rates are slightly up, but contract rates remain under pressure. Parcel carriers are adapting to market competition through flexible pricing strategies. LTL pricing remains stable, but there are signs of weakening pricing discipline. The index provides valuable market insights and decision-making support for freight companies.

12/31/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ecommerce Logistics Costs Rise TMS Solutions Gain Traction

Ecommerce Logistics Costs Rise TMS Solutions Gain Traction

E-commerce businesses face the risk of uncontrolled logistics costs. Implementing a Transportation Management System (TMS), especially one tailored for parcel delivery, can optimize transportation routes, intelligently select carriers, and automate order processing. This reduces shipping costs and provides real-time tracking and data analytics. By leveraging these features, companies can achieve refined management and effective cost control in their e-commerce logistics operations.

01/22/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Ibms Weather Company Unveils Logistics Dashboard for Ground Transport

Ibms Weather Company Unveils Logistics Dashboard for Ground Transport

The Weather Company, an IBM business, introduces a Ground Transportation Operations Dashboard. This solution integrates weather and traffic data to provide real-time road conditions and safety alerts for freight and logistics companies. It helps optimize routes, improve efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure driver safety. Tailored solutions are available for dispatchers, distribution center supervisors, and drivers. Future expansion plans include rail, intermodal transportation, and parcel delivery.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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China Post Launches Official Package Tracking Guide

China Post Launches Official Package Tracking Guide

This article provides a detailed guide for tracking China Post parcels, emphasizing the importance of using official channels to avoid phishing websites. It introduces the tracking portals on the official websites of China Post Group and EMS, as well as the tracking methods for ordinary parcels. Customer service contact information is also provided. The aim is to help users track their parcel logistics information safely and conveniently.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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Shipping Costs and Customs Rules for Chinamalaysia Trade

Shipping Costs and Customs Rules for Chinamalaysia Trade

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the cost structure, transportation methods (air, sea, and land) and estimated expenses for sending parcels from China to Malaysia. It details crucial aspects such as item declaration, Malaysian customs policies, and packaging precautions. The aim is to offer readers a detailed international shipping guide, covering essential information for a smooth and cost-effective parcel delivery experience to Malaysia.

02/02/2026 Logistics
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UPS Amazon Walmart Compete in Lastmile Delivery Tech

UPS Amazon Walmart Compete in Lastmile Delivery Tech

UPS is developing drone mobile hubs to overcome drone delivery range limitations. Amazon and Walmart are actively exploring automated sorting technologies, using chutes and computer-controlled roller systems respectively, to improve parcel sorting efficiency. These technological innovations are aimed at optimizing last-mile delivery, reducing costs, and enhancing competitiveness. The focus is on streamlining the final stage of delivery to improve speed and efficiency.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Driving Green Transformation International Postal Enterprises Focus on Sustainable Line Haul Transportation

Driving Green Transformation International Postal Enterprises Focus on Sustainable Line Haul Transportation

At the fourth "Green Postal Day," the International Post Corporation (IPC) highlighted that global postal companies are actively responding to the demand for sustainable delivery services by adopting electric vehicles and renewable energy sources, focusing on carbon reduction and environmental protection. Since 2008, carbon dioxide emissions have been reduced by 34%, with future goals aimed at increasing the proportion of alternative fuel vehicles to support greener trunk transportation.

07/24/2025 Logistics
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Europe Expands Ocean Freight Services for Global Trade

Europe Expands Ocean Freight Services for Global Trade

European dedicated freight line sea transport offers an efficient and economical bridge for Sino-European trade. This service integrates sea freight, customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution, covering major European ports and inland cities. Selecting the right dedicated line company requires considering qualifications, services, pricing, timeliness, and reputation. This helps businesses successfully tap into the European market.

02/02/2026 Logistics
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Africa Customs Clearance Key Tips to Avoid Common Delays

Africa Customs Clearance Key Tips to Avoid Common Delays

This article provides a detailed interpretation of customs clearance requirements in several African countries, including Sudan's sanctions documents, Tunisia's export declarations, Guinea's high-value parcel regulations, South Africa's restrictions on used goods, Namibia's telecommunications equipment certification, Reunion Island's destination selection, Liberia and Sierra Leone's bio-material exports, and Egypt's nutritional product import permits. It aims to help foreign trade practitioners avoid customs clearance pitfalls and ensure smooth delivery of goods.

09/26/2025 Customs Knowledge
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