1.JD Express Executes Cargo Flights from Shenzhen to Clark

On January 18th, it was announced that JD Express, a subsidiary of JD Logistics, will operate two weekly round-trip cargo flights between Shenzhen and Clark, Philippines. This initiative aims to contribute to the development of the e-commerce and logistics industries in the Philippines. In December 2023, JD Logistics signed a charter service agreement with JYD Logistics to establish new charter services on the Shenzhen to Clark route.

Source: Yibang Power

2.Significant Increase in Cross-Border Stocking between Cainiao and AliExpress during the Spring Festival

On January 18th, Cainiao announced a collaboration with AliExpress, resulting in a 600% increase in stocking at Cainiao's preferred warehouse compared to the previous year. During the Spring Festival stocking period, goods can be pre-stocked at Cainiao's preferred warehouse, and orders are automatically dispatched through the platform, streamlining the fulfillment process.

Source: Cainiao Group

3.Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd Plan Operational Cooperation

On January 18th, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd announced a long-term operational collaboration plan named "Twin Stars," set to commence in February 2025. The collaboration aims to provide customers with high-quality container liner services through a flexible and interconnected operational network, with approximately 290 vessels and a total capacity of around 3.4 million TEUs.

Source: Maersk Group

4.CMA CGM Ends Cooperation with Air France-KLM

On January 18th, CMA CGM and Air France-KLM announced the termination of their existing cooperation agreement effective March 31, 2024. Discussions are underway regarding the new terms and conditions for independent operations.

Source: CMA CGM

5.Tianjin Cargo Airlines Launches Seoul-Dalian Freight Route

On January 18th, Tianjin Cargo Airlines inaugurated the Seoul-Dalian international freight route using B737 all-cargo aircraft. The route signifies progress for Dalian Airport in expanding its South Korean cargo market and enhancing its international air cargo network.

Source: China Civil Aviation Network

6.Amazon Introduces New Seller Onboarding Process for 2024

On January 18th, Amazon initiated the onboarding process for new sellers in 2024. Amazon Global Selling provided a detailed guide on the registration process, assisting sellers in seamlessly setting up their stores.

Source: Amazon Global Selling

7.Brazil's E-commerce Total Sales Exceed 185.7 Billion Brazilian Reais in 2023

On January 18th, the Brazilian E-commerce Association (ABComm) reported that the country's e-commerce total sales reached 185.7 billion Brazilian Reais in 2023, with a growth rate exceeding 10% compared to the previous year.

Source: SEA Window

8.Shenzhen Achieves "31 Consecutive Championships" in Exports

On January 18th, Shenzhen Customs released the latest foreign trade data, indicating that Shenzhen's total foreign trade value in 2023 reached 3.87 trillion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 5.9%.

Source: Shenzhen Customs

9.Shipping Rates between China and the U.S. Double

On January 18th, data from the Shanghai International Shipping Research Center revealed a doubling of shipping rates between Shanghai and the United States due to ongoing military conflicts in the Red Sea region.

Source: Shanghai International Shipping Research Center