1.UPS Adds Surcharge on Chinese Packages

On March 17, it was reported that UPS will impose surcharges on packages from China, charged per kilogram based on the region. These surcharges will apply to exports destined for the U.S., other parts of North and South America, Europe, Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, and the Middle East. UPS stated that packages shipped from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau to the U.S. will require an additional fee of 66 cents per kilogram (29 cents per pound), depending on the chargeable weight. This fee will also be subject to fuel surcharges. The fee schedule is effective until March 29.

Source: MSN

2.TikTok Continues to Dominate Global Downloads in February

On March 17, it was reported that TikTok maintained a strong momentum in global downloads, continuing to rank at the top of the download charts in February. Growth in Southeast Asia has compensated for potential losses in the U.S. market. Although TikTok was temporarily unavailable for download in the U.S., it quickly resumed availability after legal clarification, with overall download figures remaining largely unaffected.

Source: Daxu Cross-border

3.FedEx Speeds Up Delivery Service Between Two Countries

On March 17, FedEx announced that it is strengthening trade ties between Singapore and Johor, Malaysia, to better serve customers in the region. Packages from Asia, Europe, and the U.S. will pass through FedEx Gateway in Singapore before being sent to Johor, allowing importers and businesses to receive packages two hours earlier. "Optimizing logistics is not just about speed; it’s about helping businesses grow and better serve their customers," said Eric Tan, Managing Director of FedEx Singapore. "This enhancement strengthens Singapore's role as a key global trade hub and enables businesses to thrive in an increasingly competitive and interconnected market."

Source: Payload Asia

4.Cainiao's Sydney Warehouse Sees Over 170% Growth in Stocking Volume in First Two Months

On March 17, Cainiao's Sydney warehouse underwent a comprehensive automation upgrade, introducing advanced smart sorting equipment. This has not only improved its service capability and operational efficiency but also helped cross-border merchants reduce costs and improve efficiency. In Cainiao's Sydney warehouse, millions of Chinese goods are pre-stocked using the "front-loading" model, allowing for "2-3 day delivery" in cities such as Sydney and Melbourne on the east coast, which is 5-7 days faster than traditional cross-border direct mail. According to Cainiao Global Supply Chain data, in January and February 2025, the inbound stock volume of Cainiao's Sydney warehouse increased by over 170%, driven primarily by the increasing stock volume of Chinese-made products like 3D printers and 3C digital products.

Source: Cainiao

5.Temu Supports Bundling of Fully Managed and Semi-Managed Items

On March 17, Temu announced that it now offers merchants the ability to bundle fully managed and semi-managed items. Merchants who choose to bundle such items will benefit from increased traffic weighting in market promotion and search recommendations for items transitioning from fully managed to semi-managed. Additionally, Temu will provide an efficient and prioritized pricing mechanism for these items during subsequent pricing phases.

Source: Ebrun

6.Wildberries Launches Seller Delivery Service in Kazakhstan

On March 17, Wildberries introduced a new seller delivery service in Kazakhstan, allowing sellers to sell products through "Showcase" (DBS) and "Showcase Express" (EDBS) modes. These two models allow all categories of goods to be sold on the platform, including large furniture, appliances, perishable products, and even fresh flowers—items that were previously difficult to supply via the "Marketplace" or "Sale from Wildberries Warehouse" plans. Sellers can independently set delivery times, which can range from 5 hours to 35 days.

Source: Wildberries

7.Allegro Announces Over 10% GMV Growth in 2024

On March 17, Polish e-commerce giant Allegro released its financial report for the fourth quarter and the full year of 2024. The report shows that Allegro's revenue for Q4 reached 3.2 billion PLN, up 1.5% year-on-year. Adjusted EBITDA was 790 million PLN, up 5.2%. Domestic business revenue was 2.8 billion PLN, up 16%. Domestic GMV was 17.38 billion PLN, up 2.4%. The international department's revenue was 390 million PLN, down 46.6%. In addition, Allegro's 2024 revenue was 10.9 billion PLN, up 6.7%, with adjusted EBITDA at 3.0 billion PLN, up 17.9%. GMV was 60.7 billion PLN, up 10.8%, and domestic business revenue reached 9.5 billion PLN, up 19.4%.

Source: Allegro

8.Cathay Pacific Cargo's 2024 Freight Volume Reaches 1.522 Million Tons

On March 17, Cathay Group released its 2024 financial results, reporting that the group's total revenue reached HK$104.371 billion, up 10.5% year-on-year. The group's net profit was HK$9.9 billion, up 1% compared to 2023, with earnings per ordinary share rising to HK$1.49, up 6% year-on-year. Available Cargo Ton Kilometers (ACTKs) increased by 8.6%, Revenue Freight Ton Kilometers (RFTKs) increased by 5.0%, and freight volume reached 1.532 million tons, up 10.9%, with cargo revenue reaching HK$24 billion, up 8.3%. Cathay currently operates a fleet of 20 Boeing 747 freighters and has ordered six Airbus A350F long-range wide-body freighters. The company also plans to return three A300-600F freighters operated by Air Hong Kong and is looking to supplement its fleet with second-hand A330F freighters from the market.

Source: Cathay Group

9.Singapore Post Upgrades E-Commerce Logistics Hub

On March 17, Singapore Post (SingPost) announced an investment of S$30 million (approximately US$22.5 million) to expand the processing capacity of its regional e-commerce logistics hub (eComm LogHub). This upgrade will increase the daily small package handling capacity from 100,000 to 300,000, with total parcel processing capacity reaching 400,000 per day. The new equipment uses a compact modular design, leaving room for future upgrades.

 SingPost's Chairman, Simon Israel, said the investment not only improves operational efficiency but also brings more comprehensive and sustainable logistics solutions to the industry. The group’s COO, Neo Su Yin, highlighted that around 70% of e-commerce shipments consist of small parcels that fit into mailboxes, which is the most convenient, safest, and environmentally friendly delivery method. The new equipment will increase throughput by 300% while reducing the footprint, allowing for future expansion.

Source: Singapore Post

10.French Company Expands Cooperation with Japan Post

On March 17, it was reported that French postal and parcel technology supplier Quadient has expanded its cooperation with Japan Post through its joint venture parcel locker company Packcity Japan, established in partnership with Yamato Transport. Japanese consumers can now use Packcity's nationwide network of self-service parcel lockers to receive and send Japan Post's parcels.

Source: Quadient

11.U.S. Customs Inspection Rate Surges to 70%

On March 17, it was reported that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has increased the inspection rate for Chinese goods from the usual 5% to 70%, with a focus on cracking down on "undervaluation" and "mixed shipping to evade taxes," severely affecting logistics timeliness. The inspections cover value, FDA compliance, infringement issues, and importer qualifications, with textiles and home goods becoming key targets. Freight forwarders are advised to strengthen compliance reviews and establish a "three-in-one" review mechanism that covers value, documents, and qualifications to cope with the current severe situation and maintain cost and time efficiency.

Source: Chuhai Network

12.Evergreen Marine Announces 2024 Financial Results

On March 17, Evergreen Marine released its 2024 financial results, reporting significant growth. During the reporting period, the company's operating revenue reached approximately NT$463.6 billion (approximately US$14 billion), compared to NT$276.7 billion (approximately US$8.4 billion) in 2023, marking a year-on-year growth of 68%. Net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately NT$139.5 billion (approximately US$4.2 billion), compared to NT$35.3 billion (approximately US$1.1 billion) in 2023, representing a 295% year-on-year increase.

Source: China Shipping Weekly

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