The International Maritime Organization has announced a global shipping carbon pricing policy, requiring ships to reduce carbon intensity by 65% by 2040. Meanwhile, Trump signed an executive order to restore U.S. maritime hegemony and acquire the Panama Canal, indicating a significant shift in global shipping and trade.
To mitigate risks associated with air cargo, shippers can adopt a dual-protection strategy: purchasing air transport insurance and declaring the value of the goods. Insurance transfers risk to the insurance company through compensation. Declared value carriage ensures the carrier assumes full liability for compensation based on the pre-declared value. This combination maximizes the shipper's protection and safeguards their interests against potential losses or damages during air transportation.
This article explores the foundational sales knowledge and principles in the international freight forwarding industry, including the cost structure of air transport, commonly used terms, and sales techniques. It emphasizes the importance of independent learning, facing challenges bravely, maintaining integrity, and courageously taking responsibility for enhancing sales abilities. These knowledge and skills are crucial for the success of every freight forwarding professional.
JD Logistics has launched a new equity incentive plan involving 29 million shares, with a market valuation exceeding 200 million RMB. Other logistics companies, such as SF Express, Aneng, Shentong, and Yunda, are also actively engaging in equity incentives through share buybacks and new stock issuances to retain talent and enhance competitive strength. Overall, equity incentives have become a commonly adopted strategy in the industry, fostering a positive cycle of shared interests between companies and employees.
This article explores the current status and opportunities for Chinese retail companies going global. It analyzes successful cases, the selection of target markets, and the challenges faced by companies in the international market, along with strategies to address these challenges. The aim is to provide readers with in-depth market insights and practical advice.
China's railway freight reform is accelerating, centered on the 'Direct-to-Direct' strategy aimed at direct connections with large and medium-sized enterprises to enhance logistics efficiency. The planned construction of 208 logistics bases will strengthen container transportation capabilities, injecting new vitality into the freight market. In the future, the railway system will continue to focus on market analysis, transportation organization, and institutional improvements to drive a comprehensive transformation and upgrade of railway freight.
The Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region has signed a mutual assistance framework agreement to enhance the supply security of essential goods like vegetables. This initiative strengthens market collaboration and emergency support mechanisms. Additionally, it aims to establish a 'one-hour fresh produce logistics circle' around Beijing to facilitate the sales of agricultural products, such as vegetables, into the city. This strategy promotes mutual benefits and ensures the stable operation of the consumer market for citizens.
This article examines the supply chain challenges faced by retailers during the transition from summer to the holiday shopping season, analyzing the significance of transportation capacity, inventory management, and human resource management. By implementing advanced planning, demand forecasting, and flexible response strategies, retailers can optimize operations and better respond to changes in seasonal demand.
This article outlines 8 practical tips to enhance cargo solicitation efficiency in the freight forwarding industry. These include sincerity and enthusiasm, competitive pricing, consistent client care, strong customs relationships, document handling skills, collaboration with shipping companies, support for manufacturers without import/export rights, and partnerships with insurance companies. Implementing these strategies will help freight forwarders build strong client relationships, improve service competitiveness, and achieve sustainable business growth.
This paper explores the digital transformation of the convenience store industry under the wave of instant retail. By analyzing policy drivers, consumer demands, and corporate practices, it reveals how convenience stores leverage online platforms to expand business, optimize operations, and ultimately reshape the new ecosystem of community commerce. Digital transformation not only improves the efficiency and profitability of convenience stores but also provides consumers with a more convenient shopping experience. The study highlights the key strategies and challenges faced by convenience stores in adapting to the evolving retail landscape.
