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UK imports from China climb to GBP £70.8b despite tariffs
Supply Chain

UK imports from China climb to GBP £70.8b despite tariffs

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.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 16th Aug 2025
Hapag-Lloyd selects Camunda to automate shipping processes
Digital Transformation

Hapag-Lloyd selects Camunda to automate shipping processes

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

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Tariff uncertainty doesn't have to stall your international sales
Supply Chain

Tariff uncertainty doesn't have to stall your international sales

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

By Rob Hango-Zada • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Auctane streamlines billing with expanded BillingPlatform use
Marketing Technologies

Auctane streamlines billing with expanded BillingPlatform use

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

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
FedEx launches tool to streamline global import logistics
Supply Chain

FedEx launches tool to streamline global import logistics

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

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Tusk unveils operations platform with $2m seed boost
Supply Chain

Tusk unveils operations platform with $2m seed boost

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Giesecke+Devrient unveils compact IoT package tracker
Internet of Things

Giesecke+Devrient unveils compact IoT package tracker

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Toqio partners with DSA to enter growing logistics sector
Unified Communications

Toqio partners with DSA to enter growing logistics sector

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
FedEx survey shows APAC optimism for holiday sales
Supply Chain

FedEx survey shows APAC optimism for holiday sales

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

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2024
Logitech unveils MX Creative Console with strong Adobe integration
Marketing Technologies

Logitech unveils MX Creative Console with strong Adobe integration

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

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024

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Packlink, Temu partner to streamline European eCommerce shipping
Supply Chain

Packlink, Temu partner to streamline European eCommerce shipping

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

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 13th Sep 2025
CCL urges eCommerce firms to stay optimistic amid tough trade
Supply Chain

CCL urges eCommerce firms to stay optimistic amid tough trade

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

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025
HarborLab unveils AI tool to manage port expenses better
Financial Systems

HarborLab unveils AI tool to manage port expenses better

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions
Customer Experience

Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions

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

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%
Supply Chain

Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%

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

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest
eCommerce

UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest

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.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year
Supply Chain

Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024