Flexport Expands Global Logistics Network with Certified Partners

Flexport Expands Global Logistics Network with Certified Partners

The Flexport Certified Partner Network brings together global logistics experts to build an efficient and transparent freight ecosystem by integrating local expertise with the Flexport digital platform. Partners can expand their business reach, enhance brand awareness, and receive technical support, collectively promoting global trade development. This network leverages the strengths of both local specialists and Flexport's technology to create a seamless and optimized shipping experience for customers worldwide.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Oneworld Alliance Adopts IATA Tool for Carbon Transparency

Oneworld Alliance Adopts IATA Tool for Carbon Transparency

Oneworld is the first airline alliance to join IATA CO2 Connect, committing to contribute operational data to improve the accuracy of carbon emission calculations. This initiative aims to provide travelers with more transparent carbon footprint information, promote industry sustainability, and encourage airlines to adopt more proactive emission reduction measures. IATA CO2 Connect will be continuously improved to provide carbon emission reporting and offsetting solutions for businesses and freight.

01/28/2026 Airlines
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WCO Issues Global Guidelines for Uniform Customs Valuation

WCO Issues Global Guidelines for Uniform Customs Valuation

This document provides a unified interpretation of the WTO Valuation Agreement, offering an authoritative reference for customs valuation practices. Compiled by the World Customs Organization (WCO), it aims to facilitate international trade by promoting consistent application of valuation rules and reducing potential trade frictions. The document serves as a valuable resource for customs officials, traders, and anyone involved in cross-border transactions, ensuring a smoother and more transparent valuation process.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Iran Publishes Persian HS Notes to Facilitate Trade

Iran Publishes Persian HS Notes to Facilitate Trade

Iranian Customs has translated the World Customs Organization's Harmonized System Explanatory Notes into Persian to improve commodity classification accuracy, enhance customs clearance efficiency, reduce trade costs, and facilitate international trade. This initiative holds significant implications for Iran's international trade and serves as a valuable reference for other developing countries. The translation aims to streamline processes and promote greater compliance with international standards, ultimately fostering a more efficient and transparent trading environment.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Aids Palestine in Modernizing Tariff System with Data

WCO Aids Palestine in Modernizing Tariff System with Data

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Palestine in upgrading its tariff classification system. Through data-driven diagnostics and improvement strategies, the initiative aims to enhance customs clearance efficiency, secure revenue, promote compliance, and improve international competitiveness. Key measures include establishing a centralized management agency, improving information systems, strengthening personnel training, and fostering cooperation between customs and businesses. The goal is to build an efficient, accurate, and transparent trade environment.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Big Data Transforms Global Supply Chains for Resilience

Big Data Transforms Global Supply Chains for Resilience

In the face of a complex and volatile global supply chain environment, Big Data empowers businesses to enhance operational efficiency and market competitiveness by reshaping supply chain resilience and efficiency through six key dimensions: accurate forecasting, intelligent inventory management, efficient logistics, proactive risk management, transparent supplier management, and personalized customer experience. These applications leverage data-driven insights to optimize processes, mitigate disruptions, and create a more agile and responsive supply chain.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Airport Slot System Undergoes Major Reforms

Global Airport Slot System Undergoes Major Reforms

Global airport slot management is facing calls for change. The current 80/20 rule is controversial, highlighting the core trade-off between efficiency and fairness. Reforms must balance uniformity and flexibility, considering the interests of all stakeholders and ensuring fair competition for new entrants, ultimately promoting the healthy development of the aviation industry. The pandemic has accelerated the transformation process, and future systems will be more flexible, transparent, and efficient.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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WCO Boosts Digital Tax Systems in Africa to Increase Revenue

WCO Boosts Digital Tax Systems in Africa to Increase Revenue

The WCO Secretary General shared practices and visions for enhancing tax collection efficiency through digital technologies at the African Tax Administration Forum. The WCO supports African countries in building efficient, transparent, and sustainable tax systems, ensuring economic development, through technological innovation such as big data and blockchain, as well as initiatives like standard setting and capacity building. This aims to improve tax administration and revenue mobilization across the continent.

02/12/2026 Customs Knowledge
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China Supply Chains Face Scrutiny Amid Quality Concerns

China Supply Chains Face Scrutiny Amid Quality Concerns

This article analyzes the issue of "quality fade" in Chinese supply chains, identifying information asymmetry, cost pressure, cultural differences, and weak regulation as key contributing factors. It proposes strategies such as establishing a transparent supply chain system, strengthening supplier auditing and evaluation, building long-term partnerships, enhancing quality control, and introducing third-party supervision. The article emphasizes the importance of improving supply chain transparency for the transformation of "Made in China".

02/12/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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CMA CGM Invests in Smart Containers for Shipping Transparency

CMA CGM Invests in Smart Containers for Shipping Transparency

CMA CGM invests heavily in adding 50,000 smart containers to its fleet, equipped with Traxens trackers for real-time monitoring of cargo location, temperature, and vibration. This initiative aims to enhance supply chain transparency, optimize customer experience, and drive the digital transformation of the shipping industry. By reducing costs, minimizing losses, and improving efficiency, smart containers empower the shipping industry towards a smarter, more transparent, and efficient future.

02/03/2026 Logistics
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