Hong Kong Airport Cargo Volume Surges with New Runway System

Hong Kong Airport Cargo Volume Surges with New Runway System

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) saw a 4.1% year-on-year increase in cargo volume in January 2025, reaching 394,000 tonnes, with a significant rise in transshipments. The Three-Runway System is now operational, enhancing airport capacity. Despite potential trade policy challenges, HKIA remains committed to achieving its target of 10 million tonnes of annual cargo volume, solidifying its position as an international aviation hub.

02/25/2025 Logistics
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Douyin Introduces 30minute Videos and 4K Uploads to Enhance Platform

Douyin Introduces 30minute Videos and 4K Uploads to Enhance Platform

Douyin's allowing 30-minute videos and 4K uploads marks a significant shift in its content strategy from 'short' to 'long,' aiming to address shortcomings in short-form content and seize market opportunities. This move will encourage in-depth content creation, promote content diversification, and help Douyin build a one-stop commercial platform. It foreshadows the future development of content platforms towards depth, diversification, commercialization, and integrated services.

Saudi Arabia Extends VAT Penalty Waiver for Amazon Sellers

Saudi Arabia Extends VAT Penalty Waiver for Amazon Sellers

Amazon reminds sellers that the Saudi VAT penalty waiver policy is ending in 17 days! VAT registration is mandatory for sellers using FBA in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Ensure you register for a Saudi tax ID before November 30th to avoid penalties for late registration, filing, or payment. Compliant operations are crucial for expanding in the Middle East market. Seeking professional tax services is highly recommended.

Jdcoms B2B Shift Stalls After Joybuy Closure

Jdcoms B2B Shift Stalls After Joybuy Closure

JD.com's overseas expansion faces setbacks with the closure of Joybuy, highlighting difficulties in its B2B transformation. Challenges arise in strategy, localization, and supply chain management. To overcome these hurdles, JD.com needs to focus on its core strengths and deepen collaborations to find breakthroughs in the global market. The shutdown signifies a need for strategic re-evaluation and a more targeted approach to international e-commerce.

US Rail Freight Carloads Rise Intermodal Declines

US Rail Freight Carloads Rise Intermodal Declines

US rail freight saw a slight increase overall, but intermodal volume experienced a significant drop. This internal divergence suggests a potential weakening in consumer demand. The overall performance of North American rail transport remains lackluster. Monitoring these data points is crucial for understanding underlying economic trends. The decline in intermodal volume, in particular, warrants close attention as it can be a leading indicator of broader economic slowdown.

02/11/2026 Logistics
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Decoding Vahitahi Airports IATA Code and Navigational Role

Decoding Vahitahi Airports IATA Code and Navigational Role

This article provides a detailed overview of Vahitahi Airport in French Polynesia, focusing on its IATA code, VHZ. It delves into the airport's geographical coordinates, significance, and the role of IATA codes in global air transport. Readers will gain a better understanding of Vahitahi Airport and learn how to find airport codes. This information is useful for travelers and those interested in aviation logistics and airport identification.

Campbell River Airport Codes YBL CYBL Explained

Campbell River Airport Codes YBL CYBL Explained

This paper, from a data analyst's perspective, delves into the airport codes YBL and CYBL for Campbell River Airport in Canada, explaining their distinct applications in passenger services and aviation operations. It summarizes key airport information, explores the impact of geographical location on operations, and introduces the use of airport codes in data analysis. Finally, it looks ahead to the future development of the airport.

Electric Trucks Transform Port Logistics for Sustainability

Electric Trucks Transform Port Logistics for Sustainability

Forum Mobility accelerates the adoption of electric trucks in ports through financing and partnerships, aiming to reshape the logistics ecosystem and achieve environmental, economic, and social benefits. US ports are actively adapting to trade changes by investing in infrastructure, data analytics, and inland transportation. In the future, technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain will be deeply integrated to promote intelligent, automated, and sustainable logistics development.

US Container Imports Decline Amid Sluggish Consumer Demand

US Container Imports Decline Amid Sluggish Consumer Demand

S&P Global Market Intelligence data shows US import freight volumes fell 12% year-on-year in August, marking the 13th consecutive month of decline. Weak consumer demand is the primary driver, with significant drops in apparel, leisure goods, and electronics. Ongoing inventory reduction by businesses and a pessimistic manufacturing outlook suggest little improvement is expected in the fourth quarter. The future trajectory remains to be seen.

Kenya Boosts Trade Efficiency with WCO Customs Program

Kenya Boosts Trade Efficiency with WCO Customs Program

Kenya Customs requested the WCO to conduct an assessment of its trade facilitation measures. The assessment highlighted progress in information availability and risk management. However, improvements are needed in coordination between agencies, capacity building initiatives, and the further development of ICT infrastructure for customs procedures. The report emphasized the importance of addressing these areas to enhance trade efficiency and reduce trade costs for businesses operating in Kenya.