Amazon Cuts FBA Storage Limits for European Sellers

Amazon Cuts FBA Storage Limits for European Sellers

Amazon's European FBA policies are tightening, with significantly reduced inventory limits and a higher IPI threshold, presenting numerous challenges for sellers. This article analyzes the impact of these policy changes, explores strategies for sellers to adapt, and offers recommendations for improving IPI scores and optimizing inventory management. The goal is to help sellers navigate the evolving Amazon landscape and find ways to survive and thrive amidst these policy adjustments.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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US Container Imports Rise Modestly As Trade Policies Shift

US Container Imports Rise Modestly As Trade Policies Shift

Descartes' latest report indicates a slight month-over-month increase but a year-over-year decrease in US container imports for June 2025, reflecting the impact of US-China trade policy shifts and supply chain restructuring. China's import share is declining, while Southeast Asia is gaining prominence, and West Coast ports are recovering. Businesses should closely monitor policy changes, optimize their sourcing strategies, and build more resilient supply chains.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Qingdao Customs: Significant Improvement in Customs Efficiency for Exports to South Korea

Qingdao Customs: Significant Improvement in Customs Efficiency for Exports to South Korea

Data from Qingdao Customs shows a significant improvement in customs clearance efficiency for foreign trade enterprises dealing with South Korea, with sea freight times reduced by 34.78% and air freight times increased by 71.43%. This progress is driven by policy benefits and technological innovation, particularly the AEO mutual recognition policy and the consolidated tax reform. Additionally, modern technologies such as the Internet of Things have greatly enhanced customs efficiency, significantly lowering business costs.

07/21/2025 Logistics
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Backdated Shipping Insurance Policies: Risks and Legal Nuances Explained

Backdated Shipping Insurance Policies: Risks and Legal Nuances Explained

A backdated insurance policy refers to an agreement where the insurer, at the request of the insured, retroactively sets the policy's inception date to before the shipment of goods, requiring mutual consent. This practice carries a fraud risk by potentially concealing the true date of the insurance contract. Insurers typically demand a guaranty letter to mitigate potential liabilities, ensuring that coverage is limited to risks occurring after the actual policy inception date.

07/28/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Logistics Industry Faces Rising Costs and Space Shortages LMI Report

Logistics Industry Faces Rising Costs and Space Shortages LMI Report

The Logistics Manager's Index (LMI) report indicates continued expansion in the logistics industry, but highlights rising costs and warehousing constraints. High inventory costs, limited storage space, and declining transportation utilization are key concerns. The report also emphasizes the ongoing impact of trade policy changes and tariff actions on market conditions. To navigate this uncertainty, logistics companies should optimize inventory management, expand warehousing options, diversify transportation methods, closely monitor policy changes, and strengthen risk management strategies.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Introduces Capacity Monitor for FBA Sellers

Amazon Introduces Capacity Monitor for FBA Sellers

Following Amazon's new FBA storage policy, the capacity monitor has become a crucial tool for sellers' refined operations. This article provides an in-depth interpretation of the new policy, offers practical guidance on requesting overage capacity, and proposes operational strategies such as improving the IPI score and accurately forecasting sales. These strategies aim to help sellers reduce costs and increase efficiency on the Amazon platform, ultimately maximizing profitability under the new storage limitations.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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Logistics Firms Adapt Supply Chains Amid Eco Rules Demand Shifts

Logistics Firms Adapt Supply Chains Amid Eco Rules Demand Shifts

The EPA's reassessment of the 'Clean Trucks Plan' raises concerns about rising logistics costs. Policy changes, demand fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions pose challenges to logistics management. Companies should enhance transparency, strengthen collaboration, embrace digital transformation, and closely monitor policy trends to reshape their supply chains and address future challenges. This proactive approach is crucial for mitigating potential cost increases and ensuring supply chain resilience in the face of evolving environmental regulations and market dynamics.

01/07/2026 Logistics
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Tiktok Shop Lowers Entry Barriers for Southeast Asia Ecommerce

Tiktok Shop Lowers Entry Barriers for Southeast Asia Ecommerce

TikTok Shop has adjusted its entry policy, introducing real-name authentication and relaxing business license requirements to support individual businesses. This provides more opportunities for cross-border e-commerce, especially in the high-potential Southeast Asia market. Sellers should pay attention to the specific requirements and restrictions of different markets within the region. The policy changes aim to broaden access and encourage participation in the platform's e-commerce ecosystem within Southeast Asia.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Eases Rules for Thirdparty Sellers Amid Market Changes

Amazon Eases Rules for Thirdparty Sellers Amid Market Changes

Amazon has adjusted its FBA policy, allowing Prime sellers to freely choose their fulfillment methods, no longer mandating FBA usage. This move aims to eliminate monopolies and provide more opportunities for self-fulfillment sellers, but it also presents challenges. Sellers need to pay attention to market changes, optimize products, logistics, and services, and diversify platform strategies to stand out in the competition. This policy shift requires sellers to be agile and adapt to the evolving e-commerce landscape.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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