In the fast-paced world of international trade, air freight remains the premium choice for high-value and time-sensitive goods. However, shipping from China to Europe involves more than just booking a flight; it requires navigating complex EU customs regulations and optimizing costs.As an oversized

A massive layoff wave is sweeping the global shipping and logistics industry, driven by falling freight rates and overcapacity.

The 2026 container shipping market started with a sharp downturn: SCFI fell 9.68% weekly, down over 10% across major routes. Over 125 sailings (18% of total) are canceled due to holiday-driven weak demand and overcapacity, especially on trans-Pacific lanes. Rates are expected to stay weak until March, with recovery dependent on post-holiday cargo volume.

Major Chinese ports including Shanghai, Ningbo, Yantian, Shekou and Nansha are facing severe congestion ahead of the 2026 Chinese New Year. Trucking fees surged 300% at Nansha and over 200% at Yantian, while rollover rates hit 55% at Nansha. Congestion, overbooking and driver shortages have extended transit time to 10–14 days. Shippers must plan early to control costs and rollover risks.

Streamline your electronics import to the EU with this comprehensive compliance checklist. Learn CE marking, RED, RoHS/REACH, TSD rules, documentation, and customs clearance steps to avoid port holds, fines, and seizure. Build a repeatable EU compliance framework for every SKU.

This article clearly explains FOB (Free On Board) and FAS (Free Alongside Ship) in international trade, including their definitions, applicable transport modes, risk and cost division, buyer-seller obligations, and common misunderstandings, helping users distinguish and use these two trade terms correctly.

As China's first international shipping and logistics corridor dedicated to the Belt and Road Initiative, Silk Road Maritime routes have maintained a strong momentum of vigorous development, continuously injecting powerful impetus into the smooth flow of global trade and in-depth regional economic c

In February, the SCFI dropped 3.81% to 1266.56 points, falling for five consecutive weeks, with all four major routes sliding. The US West Coast, US East Coast, Europe and Mediterranean routes all declined, while Japan routes remained stable. Carriers adopted capacity control and planned rate increases, but the post - holiday demand recovery will determine the rate trend.

The HS Code, a global commodity classification system formulated by the WCO, is a 6-digit code divided into Chapter, Heading and Subheading, with national supplementary codes in some regions. It is widely used in tariff collection, trade statistics and customs supervision, and is vital for the facilitation and standardization of international trade.

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.