Siguiendo una acción anterior de esta semana destinada a controlar la afluencia de envíos de comercio electrónico no identificados desde China, la Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza de EE. UU. propuso el viernes que las importaciones de bajo valor ya no califiquen para la entrada libre de...
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White House moves to exclude Chinese e-commerce from duty-free import
Following up on earlier action this week aimed at controlling the influx of unidentified e-commerce shipments from China, U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Friday proposed that low-value imports no longer qualify for duty-free entry if the products are subject to tariffs or other national security restrictions.
The proposal could result in higher consumer prices for small shipments and dampen demand, but logistics and trade professionals expect Chinese online retailers will be able to...
US poised to restrict low-value imports from China
A third of e-commerce imports could be impacted if the Biden administration, as expected, this week further moves to plug a vulnerability in the nation’s trade system by excluding merchandise covered by tariffs on China from a program that offers duty-free access for low-value shipments.
U.S. border authorities on Monday said they will require certain shippers to electronically submit additional data on low-value consignments prior to arrival so they can more effectively target high-risk...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/us-poised-to-restrict-low-value-imports-from-china
Borderlands Mexico: US apparel importers scrambling after Mexico imposes tariffs
Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: US apparel importers scrambling after Mexico imposes tariffs; Source Logistics opens warehouse in Laredo; brokerage giant opens office in Fort Worth; and industrial manufacturer plans Fort Worth distribution hub.
US apparel importers scrambling after Mexico imposes tariffs
Many U.S. retailers are having to rethink their sourcing and fulfillment strategies after the...
Amazon workers plan global protests on Black Friday, Cyber Monday
Some Amazon employees and activists in 20 countries are preparing to strike or protest on Black Friday and Cyber Monday as part of the “Make Amazon Pay” demonstrations.
This is the fifth year in a row that workers at Amazon have staged the protests and strikes over what they say are poor working conditions at the company. The demonstrations will take place this Friday through Monday.
The organizers said they demand that Amazon pay its workers fairly and respect their right to join unions, pay its...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-workers-plan-global-protests-on-black-friday-cyber-monday
Flexibility crucial for warehouse management tech, expert says
Global e-commerce sales are projected to reach $6.09 trillion in 2024, an 8.4% increase from $5.62 trillion in 2023, according to Shopify. This marks a transformative shift, as businesses and consumers adopted digital-first behaviors rapidly during the pandemic, compressing a decade of digital adoption into just a few years.
Smitha Raphael, chief product and delivery officer at warehouse management platform SnapFulfil, said in an interview that 2024 has seen a major influx of requests from...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexibility-crucial-for-warehouse-management-tech-expert-says
Cargojet charter demand jumps 60% on e-commerce, supply chain delays
Revenue at Canadian freighter operator Cargojet grew 14.8% during the third quarter from the prior year behind a wave of demand for charter flights from Chinese e-commerce sellers as well as businesses that diverted ocean and commercial passenger shipments to avoid potential delays from supply chain disruptions.
Cargojet (TSX: CJT) said total revenue was $176.6 million, with international charter revenue from customers paying an all-inclusive fixed fee per flight jumping 60% to $29.8 million...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cargojet-charter-demand-jumps-60-on-e-commerce-supply-chain-delays
Last-mile delivery startup SpeedX buys e-commerce logistics specialist
Parcel carrier SpeedX said Monday it has acquired Accelerated Global Solutions, a cross-border e-commerce logistics provider, for an undisclosed price following a two-year partnership.
The new company will combine SpeedX’s last-mile delivery capabilities with AGS’ strength in freight forwarding and customs brokerage, and provide expansion opportunities for SpeedX’s domestic air zone-skipping service across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. Both companies will continue to operate as separate...
Amazon reports $158B in Q3 revenue, beats Wall Street expectations
E-commerce giant Amazon.com Inc.’s third-quarter earnings, reported after the market closed Thursday, beat Wall Street expectations by providing a wider variety of goods and improving its delivery model, company officials said.
“Our team continues to focus on the inputs that matter most to customers: really broad selection, low prices, fast and free delivery, and a range of compelling Prime member benefits, including our recent additions of unlimited grocery delivery from Whole Foods Market,...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-reports-158b-in-q3-revenue-beats-wall-street-expectations
Logística Inversa – Reimaginando la cadena de suministro
Smartsorter es un sistema de clasificación robótica especialmente útil para las actividades de e-commerce y logística inversa.
https://logistica360.pe/logistica-inversa-reimaginando-la-cadena-de-suministro/