#ecommerce-logistics
(52 articles)Warehouse Management Systems: Essential Software for 2025-2026
Warehouse management systems have become critical infrastructure as ecommerce orders are projected to reach 26% of all retail transactions by 2025. The article outlines how WMS platforms streamline fu
CBP Tightens Low-Value Import Rules: Early Filing Now Required
The US Customs & Border Protection Agency has implemented significant new requirements for low-value imports valued at $2,500 or less, introducing tighter filing timelines and enhanced data collection
EU parcel fees drive shift to European stock holding
The European Union's new €2 handling fee per product category (effective November 1) combined with July's €3 customs duty is fundamentally reshaping cross-border ecommerce logistics economics. Retaile
January Peak Crushes European Ecommerce Logistics with 11-Day Windows
European ecommerce logistics networks face an underestimated capacity crunch during January, contrary to industry assumptions that Q4 is the peak pressure period. The combination of Christmas product
Amazon Launches 2 New China-to-US Air Freight Routes
Amazon has launched two new air freight routes connecting China directly to the United States, marking a strategic expansion of its logistics infrastructure. This move signals Amazon's commitment to b
Canada's Europe Shift Strains Air Cargo Capacity
Canada's strategic effort to diversify trade relationships away from the US is generating new air cargo flows to Europe, with Edmonton International Airport reporting increased EU-bound exports and re
eCommerce Logistics Guide 2026: Optimize Your Operations
ClickPost has published a comprehensive guide addressing ecommerce logistics strategies and best practices for 2026. This resource-level content serves as an informational reference for supply chain p
UK Parcel Carrier Evri Enters US Market Via Strategic Acquisition
Evri, the United Kingdom's dominant parcel delivery company, is making a significant strategic move into the US market through an acquisition. This expansion signals Evri's ambition to compete in Nort
Evri Acquires Cross Border Connect to Expand US Delivery Network
Evri, the UK's largest pure-play parcel carrier following its 2025 merger with DHL eCommerce, has acquired Cross Border Connect, a Florida-based specialist in UK-US e-commerce delivery and returns. Th
Flydubai Cargo Launches Freighter Network with B737-800 Aircraft
Flydubai Cargo has launched its first dedicated freighter service with three B737-800 aircraft, each capable of carrying 23 tonnes of payload. This marks the airline's entry into scheduled air cargo c
Amazon Expands LTL Capabilities with Pre-Negotiated Rates
Amazon announced expanded logistics capabilities for oversized items during its Accelerate 2026 event, introducing pre-negotiated less-than-truckload (LTL) rates and regional delivery pricing models.
Airfreight Rates Volatile as Ecommerce Demand Strains Capacity
Air cargo markets are experiencing heightened volatility driven by unpredictable ecommerce demand patterns and structural capacity constraints, particularly on China-Europe lanes. Airlines and freight
IATA Alerts: Data Gaps Leave Forwarders Unable to Catch Dangerous Goods
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has highlighted a critical vulnerability in global cargo safety: forwarders and airlines cannot effectively identify undeclared or hidden dangerous g
FedEx 5.9% Rate Hike Masks Deeper Ecommerce Shipping Costs
FedEx has announced its 2027 rate increases, continuing a three-year pattern of 5.9% average hikes that exceed current inflation at 3.4%. The headline figure masks significant variations in pricing ti
SMBs Face Rising Costs as Tariffs and Supply Disruptions Mount
Small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly vulnerable to combined pressures from tariff escalation and ongoing supply chain disruptions, according to recent industry analysis. Unlike larger en
West Coast Fulfillment Automation Powers Subscription Brand Growth
This article highlights the growing trend of automated fulfillment solutions on the West Coast, a region increasingly critical for subscription-based e-commerce brands. Modern fulfillment centers now
Amazon suspends 21 Air, removes 7 freighters amid Q4 peak
Amazon has initiated a significant restructuring of its air cargo network following the suspension of carrier 21 Air, removing seven Boeing 767 freighters from operations at a critical juncture, just
Liège Airport loses 27% Asian cargo amid €3 EU parcel fee
The European Union's new €3 charge on small parcels is triggering significant shifts in ecommerce logistics networks across Europe. Liège Airport, a major European air cargo hub, has experienced a dra
Container Shipping Resilience Amid Hormuz Tensions & M&A
This week's News in Brief podcast addresses three converging forces reshaping the container shipping landscape: Hapag-Lloyd's strategic bid for competitor ZIM, renewed geopolitical tensions around the
AI transforms logistics: smarter routing and warehouse ops ahead
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping logistics operations by introducing predictive capabilities and autonomous decision-making across supply chains. Organizations are leveraging machine
FedEx Launches Shopify App to Eliminate Surprise Import Duties
FedEx has launched a new Duty and Tax application integrated with Shopify's platform, designed to provide transparent and guaranteed cost estimates for international shipments at the point of checkout
Schiphol Airport Struggles With Ecommerce Surge, ACN Warns
Air Cargo Netherlands (ACN) has publicly escalated concerns about capacity constraints at Amsterdam Schiphol airport, citing exponential growth in ecommerce parcel volumes as the primary driver of ope
ShipStation Expands Shipping Platform with LTL Freight Option
ShipStation, a leading cloud-based shipping software provider, has integrated LTL (less-than-truckload) freight services into its platform, marking a notable expansion of its transportation capabiliti
EDD Calculation Methods for eCommerce Delivery Optimization
This article addresses a fundamental operational challenge for eCommerce fulfillment: accurately predicting when customers will receive orders. Expected Date of Delivery (EDD) calculation has emerged
Walmart Invests $1.3B in Georgia Fulfillment Center
Walmart's $1.3 billion investment in a new Georgia fulfillment center represents a strategic capacity expansion for one of the world's largest retailers. The facility, designed to create approximately
Amazon Shifts Role: From Customer to Competitor in Logistics
Amazon's strategic expansion into third-party logistics services represents a significant structural shift in the supply chain industry. Traditionally a major customer of logistics providers, Amazon i
Order Fulfillment Strategy Guide 2026: Best Practices
Shopify has released an updated Order Fulfillment: Process and Strategy Guide for 2026, providing supply chain professionals with contemporary best practices and frameworks for managing the end-to-end
EU Import Rules Drive 18% Jump in Asia-Europe Air Freight
The European Union's implementation of new low-value import rules on 1 July has unexpectedly triggered a significant surge in air freighter capacity from Asia Pacific to Europe. Data from Rotate revea
ShipStation Adds LTL Freight to Unify Parcel & Freight Shipping
ShipStation has expanded its shipping management platform to include less-than-truckload (LTL) freight capabilities, enabling users to manage both parcel and freight shipments from a unified interface
Taewoong Logistics Acquires E2mas Platform for $49M
Taewoong Logistics has completed a strategic acquisition of e-commerce platform E2mas for ₩65.2 billion (approximately $49 million USD), marking a significant vertical integration move in South Korea'
EU Low-Value Package Duty Rules: Logistics Giants Push Phase-In
Major logistics carriers including DHL, FedEx, and UPS are advocating for a gradual phase-in of the European Union's new low-value package duty rules rather than an abrupt implementation. This regulat
Canadian Shippers Transform for Ecommerce Boom
Canadian shipping and logistics operators are undertaking significant operational adaptations to meet the structural demand surge from ecommerce acceleration. This transformation extends beyond simple
Paragon Global Launches Orlando Fulfillment Hub for Ecommerce
Paragon Global Logistics has announced the launch of a new fulfillment operation in Orlando, Florida, marking an expansion of the company's 3PL capabilities for ecommerce merchants. This facility addi
Customs Crackdowns Threaten Chinese Ecommerce Airfreight Boom
Regulatory tightening around customs inspection of low-value ecommerce shipments is emerging as a structural headwind for the explosive growth in cross-border air cargo. According to analysis from Tra
SMBs Face 2026 Tariff Crisis: Supply Chain Stress Test
A new industry report highlights the mounting pressure on small and medium-sized businesses as they contend with tariff increases and ongoing supply chain disruptions heading into 2026. Unlike large e
UPS Q2 Beat Masks Uncertainty Over Post-Amazon Strategy
UPS reported Q2 2026 revenue of $22.8 billion (up 7.6% year-over-year) and adjusted EPS of $1.76, exceeding consensus estimates and raising guidance, yet the market response reveals deeper structural
PIL Partners With Celonis & WNS to Optimize Shipping
Pacific International Lines (PIL), a major regional shipping operator, has partnered with Celonis, a leader in process mining and operational intelligence, alongside business process outsourcing firm
Amazon Expands Branded Delivery Fleet Using Proven Fulfillment Model
Amazon is expanding its proprietary delivery operations by deploying dedicated, branded trucks through a fulfillment model it has refined over years of operational excellence. This strategic move repr
Delivery Reliability Now Trumps Speed in Consumer Priorities
Consumer preferences for delivery services have undergone a fundamental shift, with reliability and delivery accuracy now ranking as the second-most important factor after price, a marked change from
EU €3 Parcel Duty Coming July 2026: What Shippers Must Know
The European Union is implementing significant customs policy changes effective July 2026 that will eliminate the €3 low-value import exemption and fundamentally alter how cross-border e-commerce parc
DHL eCommerce Acquires Venipak to Expand Baltic Presence
DHL eCommerce has announced the acquisition of Venipak, a strategic move that establishes full ownership and operational control across the Baltic region. This consolidation unites Venipak's establish
DHL Acquires Venipak to Dominate Baltic Last-Mile Delivery
DHL eCommerce has agreed to acquire Lithuania-based Venipak Group, folding the carrier's operations in Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia into its eCommerce division. This move represents a strategic shif
FedEx Raises Holiday Shipping Fees With New Demand Surcharges
FedEx has announced holiday shipping fee increases and introduced new demand surcharges across its U.S. network, a move that reflects intensifying cost pressures during peak season demand periods. Thi
Counterfeit Stamp Ring Plea: $1.7M Fraud Highlights China Import Risks
A 48-year-old man pleaded guilty to money laundering in connection with a $1.7 million counterfeit postage stamp scheme that exploited supply chain vulnerabilities to defraud the U.S. Postal Service.
EU €3 Parcel Tax Disrupts Air Cargo Networks Across Member States
The European Commission's introduction of a €3 customs duty on low-value ecommerce imports, effective July 1, 2024, is causing significant disruption to air cargo networks across EU member states. The
Maersk Opens Boston Fulfillment Hub to Boost Northeast Distribution
Maersk is establishing a new fulfillment hub in the Boston metropolitan area, signaling continued investment in domestic last-mile logistics infrastructure. This expansion reflects the company's strat
International Freight Costs Surge 14x Higher Than Domestic
Australian ecommerce operators are confronting a severe cost imbalance in their freight operations, with international freight charges reaching up to 14 times the cost of equivalent domestic movements
Glasgow Prestwick Positioned to Gain from EU De Minimis Removal
The European Union's termination of its de minimis exemption for low-value imports (effective July 1) represents a structural shift in parcel logistics and customs enforcement. Previously, parcels val
Warehouse-as-a-Service Market Forecast to 2035: Growth Trends
The Warehouse-as-a-Service (WaaS) market represents a significant structural shift in how organizations approach warehousing and fulfillment operations. Rather than owning and managing physical wareho
EU De Minimis Elimination Threatens Air Cargo Volume Growth
The European Union's decision to eliminate de minimis customs exemptions represents a structural shift in cross-border trade dynamics that will have cascading effects on air cargo operations. De minim