Merger of Container Shipping Giants: Future Prospects of COSCO and China Shipping

Merger of Container Shipping Giants: Future Prospects of COSCO and China Shipping

COSCO Shipping and China Shipping are expected to receive merger approval by January, officially forming "China Ocean Shipping Group Co., Ltd." This merger will create the world's fourth-largest container shipping company. The complexity of the merger involves integrating overlapping departments and maintaining employee stability, with a total deal value potentially exceeding $20 billion. This merger will reshape the shipping markets of China and the world.

07/21/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Zhengzhou-europe Express Train: A Vital Force Driving the Belt and Road Initiative

Zhengzhou-europe Express Train: A Vital Force Driving the Belt and Road Initiative

As of December 4, the Zhengzhou-Europe International Railway has operated 150 trains this year, exceeding the annual target. The total cargo value reached $693 million, covering economic circles such as the Yangtze River Delta and the Pearl River Delta, and radiating to 20 countries in Europe and Central Asia. Future goals will gradually increase, continuing to play an important role in the Belt and Road Initiative.

12/05/2023 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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The Rules and Challenges of Air Freight Subsidies

The Rules and Challenges of Air Freight Subsidies

Subsidies for air freight play a crucial role in promoting the development of aviation logistics. This article analyzes the components, significance, and challenges of these subsidies, highlighting their substantial total amount, uncertain effectiveness, and adverse impacts on the establishment of freight hubs. It explores future directions for subsidy policies, contributing to a better understanding of the dynamics and development of the air freight market.

07/23/2025 Logistics
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How To Accurately Calculate The Verified Gross Mass Of Cargo To Ensure Vessel Safety

How To Accurately Calculate The Verified Gross Mass Of Cargo To Ensure Vessel Safety

Verified Gross Mass (VGM) refers to the total weight of cargo including its packaging and container, playing a crucial role in ensuring cargo safety. Shippers must provide accurate VGM as required by SOLAS, using either weighing methods or component weighing methods to avoid loading delays and safety risks. Accurate VGM not only protects the interests of shippers but also upholds the overall safety of the shipping industry.

11/30/-0001 Logistics Encyclopedia
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E-commerce Logistics Rebounds: Central Region Sees Significant Demand Growth

E-commerce Logistics Rebounds: Central Region Sees Significant Demand Growth

In October 2021, the total demand for e-commerce logistics in China rebounded, with the central region recording the largest single-month growth of the year. This reflects the recovery of the e-commerce sector and the growth potential of retail sales of consumer goods. The central region's unique geographical advantages and optimized logistics infrastructure provide strong support for the future development of e-commerce logistics.

10/11/2021 Logistics
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Alashankou Customs Reforms Boost Crossborder Trade Efficiency

Alashankou Customs Reforms Boost Crossborder Trade Efficiency

Alashankou Customs has significantly improved port clearance efficiency, reduced corporate operating costs, and promoted rapid growth in import and export trade by implementing customs clearance facilitation measures such as 'self-declaration and self-payment' and 'aggregate tax payment'. Data shows that the port's cargo volume and total value both achieved significant growth in January and February this year, demonstrating the remarkable effectiveness of customs clearance facilitation reforms.

09/26/2025 Logistics
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Air Travel Red Wine Carry-on Guidelines

Air Travel Red Wine Carry-on Guidelines

This guide provides detailed information on how to carry red wine while flying, including checked baggage requirements and related regulations. As red wine is considered a liquid, it cannot be carried in the cabin. There is a total limit of 1 liter for checked baggage, and the packaging must meet civil aviation standards. The restrictions on alcohol content are also explained to ensure that travelers can smoothly transport red wine.

07/17/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Hebei Province's Port Container Throughput Sets New Record, Exceeding 2 Million Teus

Hebei Province's Port Container Throughput Sets New Record, Exceeding 2 Million Teus

Hebei Province has made significant achievements in container throughput, reaching a total of 2.206 million TEUs by the end of November, a year-on-year increase of 34.8%. Huanghua Port has experienced the fastest growth, with an increase of 71.9%. The number of shipping routes has increased to 66, and the throughput is expected to exceed 2.4 million TEUs by the end of the year, setting a new historical record.

12/20/2023 Logistics
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Redefining Responsibilities Under VGM Regulations Transparency of Data and Accountability

Redefining Responsibilities Under VGM Regulations Transparency of Data and Accountability

The new Verified Gross Mass (VGM) regulations require all containers to declare their total weight before loading, and exporters must be aware of their legal responsibilities. Failure to provide compliant information may result in cargo not being loaded. Ports and transport companies need to establish new mechanisms to handle VGM data, enhancing transparency in supply chain management and raising compliance awareness to avoid potential economic losses due to violations.

11/30/-0001 Logistics Industry Insights
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