Flexport Stripe Climate Collaborate on Sustainable Freight Initiative

Flexport Stripe Climate Collaborate on Sustainable Freight Initiative

Flexport has partnered with Stripe Climate to allocate a portion of its revenue towards next-generation carbon removal technologies. This initiative aims to address the growing carbon emissions problem within the shipping industry and promote sustainable global trade. The goal is to increase demand for carbon removal technologies, attract further investment, and accelerate technology development and deployment. Flexport also calls upon other businesses to join the effort and collectively tackle climate challenges, fostering greater climate collaboration within the sector and beyond.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Five Key Elements for Resilient Supply Chain Partnerships

Five Key Elements for Resilient Supply Chain Partnerships

In the face of global supply chain challenges, building mutually beneficial supplier relationships is crucial. This paper explores five key elements for establishing strong supplier relationships: open and efficient communication, collaborative partnerships, continuous innovation, specialized expertise, and a reliable reputation. It emphasizes that companies should make building and maintaining good supplier relationships a core part of their supply chain strategy, thereby creating a more resilient and competitive supply chain system. This fosters resilience and enhances overall competitiveness in a dynamic market.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Quanzhou Ecommerce Enhances FBA Logistics for Expansion

Quanzhou Ecommerce Enhances FBA Logistics for Expansion

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the advantages, services, operational processes, and key considerations of FBA logistics for cross-border e-commerce in Quanzhou. It also addresses potential challenges faced by businesses and proposes corresponding strategies. The aim is to offer Quanzhou's cross-border e-commerce companies a systematic FBA logistics solution, helping them enhance their competitiveness and achieve sustainable development in the global e-commerce market. This includes insights into streamlining operations and optimizing supply chains for businesses leveraging FBA.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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Chinaeurope Shipping Costs Surge Amid Supply Chain Strains

Chinaeurope Shipping Costs Surge Amid Supply Chain Strains

This paper delves into the underlying reasons for the surge in China-Europe sea freight rates, encompassing factors such as soaring demand, capacity shortages, port congestion, rising oil prices, environmental regulations, labor shortages, and geopolitical risks. The article also outlines the three main shipping routes between China and Europe and offers a perspective on the future challenges and opportunities in the shipping market. The rise in sea freight rates has the most significant impact on industries such as manufacturing, retail, and agriculture.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Customs Tightens Rules on Fraudulent Trade Practices

Customs Tightens Rules on Fraudulent Trade Practices

This paper reveals common types of false trade, such as buying export permits, contract fraud, and entrepot trade. It delves into how customs authorities rigorously investigate false trade through risk alerts, document review, and technological empowerment. It emphasizes the need for joint efforts between customs and enterprises to address challenges and promote the healthy development of global trade. By strengthening cooperation and vigilance, both parties can mitigate trade risks and ensure compliance, fostering a more secure and transparent international trade environment.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Customs Forum Focuses on Efficiency and Compliance

Global Customs Forum Focuses on Efficiency and Compliance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) Customs Work Organizational Forum aims to assist global customs personnel in optimizing workflows, enhancing efficiency, and improving compliance. The online forum shares best practices, discusses technology applications, risk management, and collaborative coordination. It also provides important documents such as agendas and content outlines, helping participants broaden their perspectives, learn from experience, establish connections, and collectively address cross-border trade challenges. The forum serves as a platform for knowledge sharing and capacity building within the international customs community.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WTO Committee Clarifies Customs Valuation Rules for Global Trade

WTO Committee Clarifies Customs Valuation Rules for Global Trade

This article provides an in-depth analysis of key decisions made by the WTO Committee on Customs Valuation over the years. It covers critical issues such as royalties, interpretation of terms, treatment of interest, valuation of software carriers, challenges to declared value, and minimum prices. The aim is to offer an authoritative reference for practitioners, promoting fairness and efficiency in international trade. It delves into the nuances of these resolutions, offering practical insights for navigating complex valuation scenarios and ensuring trade compliance.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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WCO Committee Updates Global Trade Classification Standards

WCO Committee Updates Global Trade Classification Standards

The 57th session of the World Customs Organization's Harmonized System Committee holds significant implications for global trade. This session adopted several commodity classification decisions, classification opinions, and amendments to the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes, covering sectors like food and beverages, plastic products, agricultural machinery, and electronics. Businesses should closely monitor the WCO official website, enhance communication with customs authorities, and improve their own classification capabilities to effectively navigate new trade challenges. Staying informed is crucial for compliance and efficient international trade operations.

01/26/2026 HS Code Query
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WCO Guide Aids Customs Agencies in Adopting Virtual Training

WCO Guide Aids Customs Agencies in Adopting Virtual Training

The World Customs Organization (WCO) has released the 'Guide to Successful Transition to Live Virtual Training,' offering strategies and techniques to help customs administrations effectively transition to virtual training modalities. Endorsed by reputable institutions and available in multiple languages, the guide covers needs analysis, instructor preparation, learner management, engagement strategies, and evaluation mechanisms. It aims to enhance training effectiveness and address challenges posed by crises. This guide provides practical advice for designing and delivering engaging and impactful virtual training programs for customs officials.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Sri Lanka Tackles Plastic Waste With World Customs Support

Sri Lanka Tackles Plastic Waste With World Customs Support

The World Customs Organization (WCO) is assisting Sri Lanka Customs in upgrading its border controls to address the growing problem of cross-border plastic waste flows. Through virtual diagnostic missions, customized implementation plans, and regional workshops, the WCO aims to strengthen customs' management of plastic waste, curb illegal shipments, protect the environment, and build a new global framework for plastic waste governance. This initiative highlights the importance of international collaboration in tackling environmental challenges and enhancing customs' role in preventing illicit trade.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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