WCO Launches Enhanced Trade Efficiency Training Course

WCO Launches Enhanced Trade Efficiency Training Course

The World Customs Organization (WCO) has launched an upgraded Time Release Study (TRS) CLiKC! course, designed to help customs administrations measure cargo release times, optimize processes, and improve efficiency. The course covers all phases of the TRS methodology, emphasizing practical application through case studies, exercises, and role-playing to enhance participants' skills. This initiative supports trade facilitation and benefits the global economy. WCO members can access the course for free on the CLiKC! platform. It aims to enhance customs efficiency and reduce release times for goods.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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CH Robinson Adopts AI to Transform Freight Management

CH Robinson Adopts AI to Transform Freight Management

CHR is automating freight processes with AI, accelerating quoting, order placement, and tracking. This automation significantly speeds up order processing, leading to an improved customer experience. The company plans to continue investing in AI to further enhance its logistics operations and provide even greater efficiency for its customers.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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Understanding and Querying Sea Freight Costs

Understanding and Querying Sea Freight Costs

This article provides a detailed overview of how to inquire about sea freight costs, the pricing standards, and the influencing factors. It emphasizes the importance of selecting ports and quotes for full container loads or less-than-container loads, while suggesting ways to ensure information accuracy and contact customer service for confirmation. The aim is to help businesses better understand international shipping knowledge.

07/17/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Important Guidelines and Requirements for Exporting Hazardous Chemicals

Important Guidelines and Requirements for Exporting Hazardous Chemicals

Exporting hazardous chemicals requires adherence to relevant regulations and provision of necessary shipping documents, such as hazardous goods shipping certificates and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Depending on the mode of transport, different requirements apply for Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL) bookings. Ship owners categorize the review of hazardous chemicals into three types, each with distinct requirements.

07/18/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Design and Application Features of Aviation Cargo Containers

Design and Application Features of Aviation Cargo Containers

Aviation containers are designed to enhance loading efficiency in air transport, emphasizing lightweight and safety features. Key characteristics include the use of aluminum alloy materials, the installation of limit movement devices, ensuring ventilation areas, and optimizing the surface design of the container. The main container models currently in use include AKE, AMF, AAU, and AMA, which meet the diverse needs of air freight.

07/18/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Ideal Choice for Small Cargo Transportation LCL Services

Ideal Choice for Small Cargo Transportation LCL Services

LCL (Less than Container Load) service offers a flexible solution for small cargo transportation, allowing shippers to share container space at lower costs and ensure timely dispatch of goods. This service is suitable for various types of cargo, especially during periods of fluctuating demand, as it effectively improves transportation efficiency, helping businesses respond quickly to market needs and achieve better management.

11/30/-0001 Logistics
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Yang Ming Marine Posts Strong Q1 Earnings Despite Global Challenges

Yang Ming Marine Posts Strong Q1 Earnings Despite Global Challenges

Yang Ming Marine Transport announced its Q1 2025 financial results, reporting revenue of $1.39 billion and net profit of $290 million. Facing the challenges of global economic downturn and slowing container demand growth, Yang Ming will continue to optimize its service network, flexibly deploy its fleet, and advance its fleet and container renewal plans to enhance operational capabilities and respond to market changes.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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Key Considerations for Selecting International Shipping Bills of Lading

Key Considerations for Selecting International Shipping Bills of Lading

This paper provides an in-depth analysis of three mainstream cargo release methods in international ocean shipping: original Bill of Lading, Telex Release Bill of Lading, and Sea Waybill. It compares their definitions, processes, advantages, disadvantages, and applicable scenarios, emphasizing the importance of selecting the appropriate method. The commonalities of these three methods are summarized, aiming to provide practical operational guidance for foreign trade enterprises and help improve the efficiency of international trade. This guide assists businesses in navigating the complexities of cargo release and optimizing their shipping processes.

01/23/2026 Document Interpretation
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Global Electric Shipping New Era: Norway Plans to Build Largest All-electric Container Ship

Global Electric Shipping New Era: Norway Plans to Build Largest All-electric Container Ship

Norway's Eitzen Group plans to build the world's largest all-electric container ship, receiving approximately $19 million in government support. This vessel will be equipped with over 100 megawatt-hours of batteries and will focus on transportation between Norway, Sweden, and Germany. This initiative marks a new phase in electric shipping, heralding a future for sustainable development. The current largest electric container ship is COSCO's 'Greenwater 01'.

06/18/2025 Logistics
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Nanjing Achieves New Model for Cross-border E-commerce Ocean Freight Full Container Imports

Nanjing Achieves New Model for Cross-border E-commerce Ocean Freight Full Container Imports

Nanjing has implemented a new model for importing via cross-border e-commerce using FCL shipping, successfully completing its first FCL operation and significantly reducing logistics costs. Goods purchased through overseas e-commerce platforms are delivered within a week. Although sea freight is slightly slower than air freight, its cost advantages are clear, providing good options for e-commerce businesses and consumers, and promoting further development of cross-border trade.

07/21/2025 Logistics
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