Shipping stories

FedEx will add five weekly flights from Asia Pacific hubs to Paris, boosting air cargo links and cutting delivery times to Europe to as little as 48 hours.

FedEx has launched new weekly air routes linking South Korea, Vietnam, China, and Taiwan to speed up deliveries and boost regional trade efficiency across Asia.

Packlink partners with Temu to offer European sellers an automated shipping platform, streamlining logistics and boosting order fulfilment across key markets.

UK imports from China surged 5.4% to GBP £70.8 billion in the year to Q1 2025, highlighting trade resilience despite ongoing tariffs and market challenges.

Team Global Express and TEMU have delivered 1 million parcels across Australia, boosting regional access and creating 50 new local driver jobs.

CCL urges eCommerce firms to stay optimistic amid trade challenges, offering tailored logistics to help businesses navigate international market complexities.

Camunda partners with Hapag-Lloyd to upgrade process orchestration in its Freight Information System, boosting automation and customer experience globally.

Australian retailers urged to future-proof supply chains and embrace tech as US tariffs create uncertainty, with 66% prioritising global expansion despite rising costs.

Auctane is expanding its use of BillingPlatform to streamline billing and financial reporting across its growing suite of shipping products worldwide.

HarborLab has launched HL AI, an innovative tool to improve maritime port expense management, promising enhanced efficiency for ship operators.

FedEx has launched its Collaborative Shipping Tool to enhance import processes, improving efficiency and visibility for global customers amid rising import demands.

Tusk Logistics has unveiled its innovative Tusk Operations Platform, backed by $2 million in funding, aiming to revolutionise shipping management for users.

Giesecke+Devrient has unveiled its new ultra-thin Smart Label, turning any package into an IoT device for enhanced tracking and security.

Loop has acquired Wonderment to enhance its commerce operations for Shopify merchants, combining AI insights with real-time shipment tracking.

Toqio has ventured into the logistics sector by partnering with global eCommerce firm DSA, aiming to leverage financial solutions for growth.

FedEx's recent survey reveals strong optimism in the Asia Pacific for holiday sales, with 70% of SMEs predicting sales growth, driven by eCommerce.

Interparcel CEO Steve Zammit warns that common packing errors could inflate shipping costs by 150%, urging SMEs to optimise processes amid rising surcharges.

Logitech launches the MX Creative Console, aiming to streamline workflows for digital creators with AI and Adobe integration.

The UK postal service fees will increase in 2024, with significant hikes from USP and Parcelforce. SMEs, heavily reliant on affordable shipping, face the brunt.

Logistics experts warn that attacks in the Red Sea are driving up shipping costs, potentially limiting Black Friday discounts to 20% to 30% this year.