New EU regulations on PPWR packaging take effect on August 12th; here are some points to note when sending parcels to Europe.newsAugust 17, 2026
A US court upheld the decision to cancel the $800 tax exemption. How much tax will Chinese sellers have to pay when shipping to the US?newsAugust 17, 2026
Typhoon Dolphin caused the cancellation of over 2,200 flights at two airports in Shanghai, resulting in delays in air freight shipments from East China and increased freight rates on routes to the United States.newsAugust 13, 2026
Air freight rates from China to Europe have fallen by 291 Tb/t in six weeks, so why are small parcel shipments to Europe becoming more expensive?newsAugust 12, 2026
South Korea mandates registration of cross-border e-commerce identification codes starting August 28th. How will goods clear customs if not registered?newsAugust 12, 2026
The EU plans to impose import processing fees before November 1st, which is not the same as the €3 tariff.newsAugust 5, 2026
New US Section 301 tariffs take effect: Chinese-origin goods subject to additional tariffs of 12.51 TP3T.newsAugust 5, 2026
Matson's cargo volume on its China routes increased by 15.21 million tons in the second quarter, and it may be near full capacity during the peak season.newsAugust 4, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz crisis has escalated significantly: Iran announces the closure of the strait, posing a major challenge to global supply chains.newsJuly 14, 2026
Maersk resumes Suez Canal route; MSC Montreal low water surcharge takes effect simultaneously.newsJuly 10, 2026
Starting July 8th, the US CPSC will mandate electronic compliance filing; a must-read for US consumer product shipments.newsJuly 20, 2026
The Israeli Ministry of Defense opposes Hapag-Lloyd's acquisition of Zim, causing the $4.2 billion deal to fall through.newsJuly 8, 2026
