Customs stories
Rising cross-border trade complexity is pushing firms to delay expansion and lean on AI, as regulatory uncertainty reshapes global growth plans.
UK online parcels jumped 17% in late 2025 as pet care and beauty surged, even as fashion and homewares shipments slid, Scurri data shows.
CCL forecasts resilient global trade growth in 2026 as firms bolster supply chains and adapt logistics despite tariffs and geopolitical risks.
AI customs tools blamed for shipment delays and fines as experts warn of compliance gaps and urge tighter regulation to rebuild trust.
Success in China's booming $378 billion cross-border eCommerce market hinges on clean, accurate data-not just logistics-for speedy delivery and happy customers.
US suspension of the USD $800 de minimis threshold means Australian exporters face new customs duties and costs on all shipments, including returns.
Australian exporters using outdated tax software risk fines and delays; adopting AI-infused compliance tech in FY2026 offers speed and accuracy benefits.
Entrust's Seamless Travel Experience Survey reveals 94% of Australian frequent flyers favour biometric solutions for reducing airport wait times.
Avalara has launched its Automated Tariff Code Classification system, utilising AI to enhance customs compliance for businesses in global trade.
WiseTech Global is set to acquire Finland's Aktiv Data, a move aimed to bolster their strategy of creating a unified global customs system.
The subscription drinks group is broadening into coffee while relying on Europa Warehouse to handle sharp demand spikes across its clubs.
Fashion and retail operators face shipment stoppages and penalties after Poland widened electronic reporting rules for transit cargo.
Slower growth in Easter spending reflects cautious households, even as the holiday is set to generate GBP £2.39bn for retailers.
Parcelhero unveils AI-powered live parcel tracking and a faster booking interface in the first phase of its major platform overhaul.
Customs climbs Europe's boardroom agenda, but survey finds firms still under-resourced, outsourcing heavily and reacting to trade shocks.
HSBC survey shows 75% of logistics firms face impacts from US tariffs; many delay investments and reshape supply chains amid rising trade uncertainties.
WiseTech has secured a seven-year deal to digitise New Zealand's customs tariff, launching an online portal and free local BorderWise access.
Brexit has slashed British non-food retail exports to the EU, costing GBP £5.9 billion since 2019, while marketplaces rise as vital channels for UK brands.
The equipment was used to obtain credit card details of more than 122 New Zealanders, and to steal approximately $75,380 from many of them.
Two people were arrested on charges of importing goods for a dishonest purpose, including skimming devices and a card writing machine.
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