Regional Container Rates Surge Amid Europe Slowdown

Regional Container Rates Surge Amid Europe Slowdown

Latest container data shows a slowdown in freight rate increases on European routes and a decrease on Mediterranean routes, while Pacific and Asian regional routes are performing strongly. Shipping companies may adjust their route layouts, leading to increased competition on regional routes. Freight forwarding companies need to closely monitor market dynamics. The European route's price increase is becoming less significant, while the Mediterranean route is decreasing. The Pacific and Asian routes are showing strength. This shift could lead to a change in shipping company strategies and increased competition within regional routes. Freight forwarders must stay informed.

09/26/2025 Logistics
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Wildberries Expands Seller Opportunities in Eastern Europe

Wildberries Expands Seller Opportunities in Eastern Europe

Wildberries is a leading e-commerce platform in Russia and Eastern Europe, boasting a vast user base and a well-developed logistics network. The platform is actively attracting Chinese sellers, presenting a golden opportunity for Chinese businesses to enter the Russian market. This article details the advantages of Wildberries, its onboarding requirements, and how to seize the opportunity to tap into the Eastern European market. It serves as a guide for Chinese sellers looking to leverage Wildberries' platform for growth and expansion.

11/03/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Export Guide for Electric Scooters: Necessary Preparations for Shipping to Rotterdam, Netherlands

Export Guide for Electric Scooters: Necessary Preparations for Shipping to Rotterdam, Netherlands

When exporting electric scooters to Rotterdam, Netherlands, it's essential to understand the packaging and shipping requirements for lithium batteries. There are different types of lithium batteries, each with specific packaging and declaration requirements, such as UN3480 and UN3481. Under certain conditions, batteries contained in electric devices may be exempt from hazardous materials packaging certification, but maritime declaration is still necessary.

07/18/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Essential Export Customs Tips How to Handle Legal and Nonlegal Inspection Goods

Essential Export Customs Tips How to Handle Legal and Nonlegal Inspection Goods

Understanding the customs declaration process for legal and illegal inspection goods is crucial for successful export. Legal inspection goods can be declared alongside illegal inspection goods on the same customs declaration form, but must adhere to quantity limits and ordering requirements. Each legal inspection item must not exceed five items and should be listed first. Obtaining a clearance document before declaration is essential to ensure smooth customs clearance.

07/28/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Amazon Officially Launches Air Cargo Business in Europe to Enhance Logistics Delivery Services

Amazon Officially Launches Air Cargo Business in Europe to Enhance Logistics Delivery Services

Amazon officially launched its air freight business in Europe, marking its first air transport project outside the United States. The new air cargo center is located at Leipzig/Halle Airport in Germany and boasts strong operating capabilities and extensive logistics options. This move aims to reduce dependence on courier companies while continually expanding freight capacity through its own air network. Amazon's air fleet has now reached 70 aircraft, signifying an important step in enhancing logistics delivery services.

07/22/2025 Logistics
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China-europe Railway Express 'chang'an' How to Shape a New Global Logistics Pattern

China-europe Railway Express 'chang'an' How to Shape a New Global Logistics Pattern

In 2020, the China-Europe Railway Express 'Chang'an Hao' operated 3,720 trains, with a total cargo weight of 2.811 million tons, becoming the top performer in national core indicators. Its extensive reach covers Central Asia and South Asia, enhancing global logistics efficiency through an innovative sea-rail combined transport system. This development has also facilitated industrial agglomeration and foreign trade growth in the Xi'an region.

01/29/2021 Logistics Industry Insights
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Lanzhou to Hamburg, Germany: Successful Maiden Voyage of the China-europe Railway Express

Lanzhou to Hamburg, Germany: Successful Maiden Voyage of the China-europe Railway Express

On August 21, the Lanzhou Railway Bureau successfully launched its first China-Europe international freight train from Lanzhou to Hamburg, Germany, reducing transport time by 15 days compared to sea freight. The train covers a distance of 8027 kilometers and operates in about 15 days with 42 cars. This project leverages the geographical advantages of the Lanzhou railway hub, promoting the development of international logistics brands. Starting from August 29, it plans to operate regularly on a weekly basis to boost regional economic development.

12/21/2023 Logistics
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Nippon Express Launches Europe-China Rail Freight Service

Nippon Express Launches Europe-China Rail Freight Service

Japan Transport is set to launch a China-Europe railway freight service aimed at facilitating the flow of goods between Europe and China. This new option for transporting small amounts of cargo offers a transit time of 18-21 days at only one-third the cost of air freight, catering to demands for quicker deliveries without urgency. Furthermore, Japan Transport plans to primarily target Japanese companies, providing them with more efficient logistics solutions for their operations in both China and Europe.

07/28/2025 Logistics
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