A major labor strike at Bangladesh’s Chattogram Port (known as the "world’s most congested port") has severely disrupted operations, causing port congestion, 1–2 day vessel delays, and global supply chain ripples. Triggered by protests over the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT), it highlights critical node vulnerability, urging businesses to adjust logistics plans, clarify cost liabilities, and enhance risk resilience.

While the basic definitions of DDP and DAP remain constant, their application varies significantly across major Amazon marketplaces: United States: Most sellers prefer DDP to avoid the complexities of Customs Bonds and Section 321 entries. Canada: Navigating the GST/HST system is tricky. STU Supply Chain's DDP service ensures your goods reach Toronto or Vancouver FBA centers without the need for a local Canadian entity. Europe (Germany, France, Spain, Italy): With strict VAT regulations (like the Import One-Stop Shop - IOSS), our DDP solutions simplify the "hidden" hurdles of European customs, ensuring your 2026 growth isn't stalled by bureaucratic delays.

How to Ship from China to Amazon FBA in 2026: Ultimate Guide for SellersIf you’re an Amazon FBA seller sourcing products from China in 2026, the rules of the game have undergone seismic shifts—shifts that directly impact your bottom line. The era of low-effort, low-cost shipping is over; adaptabilit

Get competitive rates, accurate transit times, and expert tips for sea freight from China to USA. Learn FCL/LCL options, 40ft container costs, customs duties & best practices for smooth ocean shipping.

COSCO Shipping launches the CPV trans-Pacific route from Yangpu Port to Seattle/Vancouver, cutting transit times by 7–10 days for Hainan/Southeast Asian shippers. Backed by 12 feeder services, it boosts supply chain resilience and deepens China–US/Canada trade ties.

This article explains shipping manifests (air/sea/rail) in detail, covering core content, responsible parties for filling & submission, and operation processes. It also summarizes their similarities, differences and practical tips, helping to understand manifest-customs declaration matching for smooth clearance.

In international container shipping, delivery terms starting with CY (Container Yard, meaning container stack yard) specify the scope of responsibility of the carrier for cargo pick-up, transportation, and delivery. Below are the detailed definitions of common terms including CY/CY, CY/FO, CY/LO, CY

On January 15, 2026, Maersk announced that its independently operated MECL service has structurally returned to the Suez Canal route, with clear first sailing schedules for both westbound and eastbound directions.

Documentary declaration is a key international trade process involving preparing and submitting legal documents for customs clearance. This guide covers its definition, process, required documents, and precautions to ensure smooth cargo import and export.

Terminal Handling Charge (THC) is a key cost in international ocean shipping, covering port loading, storage, and equipment usage. This guide explains THC calculation, differences from ORC/BAF, cost optimization tips, and precautions to help shippers control logistics expenses.