Crossborder Logistics Firms Face Scrutiny Over Blacklist Risks

Crossborder Logistics Firms Face Scrutiny Over Blacklist Risks

A cross-border logistics "blacklist" exposes industry malpractices, including tax compliance risks, channel fraud, and poor service quality. Sellers should enhance risk awareness by selecting reputable freight forwarders, signing detailed contracts, and tracking shipments throughout the process. Utilizing data analysis to optimize logistics choices is also crucial. By taking these precautions, sellers can effectively avoid risks and safeguard their own interests in the complex landscape of international shipping.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Sierra Leone Boosts Customs Audits with WCO Assistance

Sierra Leone Boosts Customs Audits with WCO Assistance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) conducted a post-clearance audit diagnostic in Sierra Leone to enhance the country's tax revenue supervision capabilities. Through in-depth research and expert recommendations, the WCO tailored an improvement plan for Sierra Leone, covering legal regulations, risk management, information technology, personnel training, and departmental collaboration. This initiative not only improved Sierra Leone's customs audit level but also provided valuable insights for global customs supervision.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Shopify Payments Expands Access for Chinese Merchants

Shopify Payments Expands Access for Chinese Merchants

Shopify Payments is the official payment solution for Shopify, streamlining payment processes and reducing transaction fees. Typically, Chinese merchants require overseas company qualifications to activate it, but some channels allow applying for an EIN tax ID with domestic information. Activation requires ensuring the authenticity of information, compliant operation, and selecting a reliable service provider. This article provides a detailed guide to help Chinese merchants successfully activate Shopify Payments.

01/06/2026 International Settlement
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Shopee Adjusts Policies Amid Ramadan Ecommerce Surge

Shopee Adjusts Policies Amid Ramadan Ecommerce Surge

This week's cross-border e-commerce news focuses on key issues such as Ramadan e-commerce opportunities, Shopee policy adjustments, supply chain risks, logistics challenges, the expansion of comprehensive pilot zones, AliExpress's entry into Brazil, the localization of 'Double Eleven', the acceleration of China-Vietnam trains, and adjustments to Amazon's tax rules. This provides timely reference information for sellers navigating the evolving landscape of cross-border e-commerce.

01/04/2026 Logistics
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Key Logistics Functions Boost Business Efficiency

Key Logistics Functions Boost Business Efficiency

Logistics is more than just delivering packages! This article delves into the seven core functional elements of logistics: transportation, warehousing, loading and unloading, packaging reinforcement, distribution processing, delivery, and logistics information services. By mastering these elements, companies can build an efficient supply chain, achieve cost reduction and efficiency improvement, and enhance their competitiveness. Understanding these functions is crucial for streamlining operations and optimizing the flow of goods and information within the supply chain.

09/26/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Ozons Warehousing Shift Opens Opportunities for Crossborder Sellers

Ozons Warehousing Shift Opens Opportunities for Crossborder Sellers

Ozon has significantly reduced the free storage period for bulky items to 30 days, which may increase short-term cost pressure. However, warehousing rates have been substantially lowered. Sellers need to optimize inventory management, accelerate product turnover, and flexibly adjust logistics and sales strategies to turn challenges into opportunities and achieve cost reduction and efficiency improvement. This requires proactive adaptation and strategic planning to navigate the changing landscape and maintain profitability within the Ozon ecosystem.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Railsea Route Cuts Solar Panel Costs and Emissions

Railsea Route Cuts Solar Panel Costs and Emissions

Facing the rapid development of the photovoltaic industry and supply chain challenges, Maersk's Sea-Rail Intermodal solution significantly reduces transportation costs and carbon emissions by optimizing transportation routes. It also provides a stable multi-point pickup process, helping companies achieve cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and sustainable development. The solution ensures safe and timely delivery through designated train services and flexible transportation rhythm adjustments, providing photovoltaic companies with a more competitive logistics option.

09/26/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazons MK30 Drone Advances Prime Air Delivery Efforts

Amazons MK30 Drone Advances Prime Air Delivery Efforts

Amazon has unveiled its new MK30 drone, marking a new phase for its Prime Air service. The MK30 features improvements in range, environmental adaptability, safety, and noise reduction, and is planned for deployment in 2024. Despite facing regulatory hurdles and societal acceptance challenges, Amazon remains committed to enhancing speed, lowering costs, and expanding service reach through drone delivery. This endeavor aims to lead the logistics industry towards a more efficient and intelligent future.

01/16/2026 Logistics
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Zhejiang Chouzhou Bank Launches NRA Accounts to Streamline Global Trade

Zhejiang Chouzhou Bank Launches NRA Accounts to Streamline Global Trade

The Zheshang Bank NRA account is an ideal choice for foreign trade enterprises, effectively solving cross-border payment collection and foreign exchange settlement issues, and helping enterprises expand into the global market. This account features multiple advantages, including fund freedom, fee reduction, diverse channels, rich currencies, and flexible interest rates. It is suitable for enterprises with overseas trade needs, overseas registered companies, and financial institutions. Choose Zheshang Bank's NRA account for smooth global trade.

12/30/2025 International Settlement
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Amazon Sellers Adopt Split Shipments to Cut Inventory Costs

Amazon Sellers Adopt Split Shipments to Cut Inventory Costs

Amazon's frequent inventory splitting increases seller operating costs. This article analyzes Amazon's inventory placement logic and provides practical consolidation strategies, such as single-box single-SKU, uniform box specifications, and integer shipments, to help you minimize inventory splitting, reduce first-leg shipping costs, and increase profit margins. It also reminds sellers to pay attention to inventory balance to avoid the impact of stock-outs on sales, ultimately achieving cost reduction and efficiency improvement.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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