Market Updates

The US Customs and Border Protection agency has ended the de minimis exemption for packages valued under £800, introducing full duties on global parcel shipments, which will likely increase costs and disrupt supply chains.

The UK parcel locker market has experienced significant growth, with 21 million adults using the services in the past year, and is expected to continue growing as consumers increasingly demand convenient delivery solutions.

Two recent ship fires, including one on the Maersk Marie and another on the Wan Hai 503, highlight the importance of safety and preparedness in the shipping industry to ensure safe and efficient global trade.

Temu, a Chinese eCommerce company, is struggling to compete with Amazon in the US market, facing challenges in finding US suppliers and adapting to changing market conditions, but is exploring strategies to differentiate itself and attract price-conscious consumers.

Sustainable trucking is facing a major setback as manufacturers and fleet operators struggle with high costs, insufficient investment, and a lack of infrastructure.

Amazon's sudden exit from Google Shopping ads sends shockwaves through the eCommerce landscape, leaving a void that other major retailers may struggle to fill.

GB Railfreight unveils its revolutionary Class 99 locomotives, a £150 million investment in sustainable transport that's set to transform the UK's rail freight network.

Amazon's Prime Day event has shattered records, generating a staggering $7.9 billion in revenue in the first 24 hours, marking the largest day of ecommerce sales in the US so far in 2025.