Shipping stories

HarborLab unveils AI tool to manage port expenses better
Last month
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financial systems
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ai
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digitisation
HarborLab has launched HL AI, an innovative tool to improve maritime port expense management, promising enhanced efficiency for ship operators.

FedEx launches tool to streamline global import logistics
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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world trade organisation
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shipping
FedEx has launched its Collaborative Shipping Tool to enhance import processes, improving efficiency and visibility for global customers amid rising import demands.

Tusk unveils operations platform with $2m seed boost
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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ecommerce
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management
Tusk Logistics has unveiled its innovative Tusk Operations Platform, backed by $2 million in funding, aiming to revolutionise shipping management for users.

Giesecke+Devrient unveils compact IoT package tracker
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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iot
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fleet management
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personal computing devices
Giesecke+Devrient has unveiled its new ultra-thin Smart Label, turning any package into an IoT device for enhanced tracking and security.

Loop acquires Wonderment to enhance Shopify solutions
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Loop has acquired Wonderment to enhance its commerce operations for Shopify merchants, combining AI insights with real-time shipment tracking.

Toqio partners with DSA to enter growing logistics sector
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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financial systems
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supply chain & logistics
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ecommerce
Toqio has ventured into the logistics sector by partnering with global e-commerce firm DSA, aiming to leverage financial solutions for growth.

FedEx survey shows APAC optimism for holiday sales
Wed, 6th Nov 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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christmas
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black friday
FedEx's recent survey reveals strong optimism in the Asia Pacific for holiday sales, with 70% of SMEs predicting sales growth, driven by e-commerce.

Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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shipping
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sme
Interparcel CEO Steve Zammit warns that common packing errors could inflate shipping costs by 150%, urging SMEs to optimise processes amid rising surcharges.

Logitech unveils MX Creative Console with strong Adobe integration
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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martech
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ai
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cleantech
Logitech launches the MX Creative Console, aiming to streamline workflows for digital creators with AI and Adobe integration.

UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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ecommerce
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shipping
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sme
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.

OWC launches Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD with speeds over 6000MB/s
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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personal computing devices
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intel
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shipping
Other World Computing has launched the Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD, promising data transfer speeds of over 6000MB/s for Mac and PC users starting.

Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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black friday
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cyber monday
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shipping
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.

Economic pressures lead Australians to embrace secondhand shopping
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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millennials
New data indicates 26% of consumers are hesitant to make purchases over $200 in the next six months, reflecting growing economic pressures.

Virtualstock & commercetools partner to automate retail ops
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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api
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ecommerce
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customer service
Virtualstock and commercetools have formed a strategic alliance to automate and enhance retail efficiency through seamless order and inventory management.

ShipEngine launches turnkey shipping solution for UK platforms
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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api
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ecommerce
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software development
ShipEngine debuts its new 'ShipEngine for Platforms' in the UK, enabling ecommerce platforms to integrate seamless shipping components, enhancing merchant workflows.

Sendle launches Print In-Store to aid small businesses
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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ecommerce
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qr code
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shipping
Sendle launches Print In-Store, making shipping easier for small businesses and personal shippers with label printing at nearly 100 locations across Australia.

FedEx expands International Connect Plus service to new regions
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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shipping
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fedex
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cross-border
FedEx expands its FedEx International Connect Plus service to new U.S. and European destinations, enhancing cross-border e-commerce solutions for Asia-Pacific e-tailers.

ShipStation unveils new features to boost UK e-commerce efficiency
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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ecommerce
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shipping
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auctane
ShipStation unveils a suite of tools to aid UK online businesses with order fulfilment, featuring inventory sync, deliver-by dates, and enhanced international shipping options.

Loop launches Ship by Loop to slash return shipping costs
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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cx
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martech
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supply chain & logistics
Loop launches Ship by Loop, a logistics solution aimed at reducing return shipping costs by up to 91%, while providing access to domestic and global carriers.

Ultra Commerce acquires Comestri to expand eCommerce solutions
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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saas
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payment technologies
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ecommerce
Ultra Commerce has acquired Comestri, aiming to merge Comestri's SaaS eCommerce platform with Ultra Commerce’s broad solutions suite, enhancing client services.