U.S. launches Section 301 probe into Germany over drug pricing
The U.S. Trade Representative launched a Section 301 investigation into Germany’s pharmaceutical pricing policies on June 18, 2026, citing evidence ...
Region: Europe
83% of Firms Say Cross-Border Ops More Complex Amid CBAM
Avalara's analysis reveals 83% of business leaders find cross-border operations more complex than a year ago, citing tariffs, VAT shifts, ...
FishEUTrust launches €4.6M blockchain seafood traceability platform
The EU-funded FishEUTrust project launched a €4.6M blockchain-based seafood traceability platform integrating IoT sensors, genomics, nutritional analytics, and digital product ...
EU scraps €150 parcel duty exemption, imposes €3 flat fee
The European Union has abolished its longstanding customs duty exemption for parcels valued under €150, instituting a flat €3 fee ...
DHL Launches Sail-Powered LCL Service Carrying 600 Pallets per Trip
DHL Global Forwarding France and French wind-powered cargo operator VELA have launched a transatlantic less-than-containerload (LCL) shipping service using sail-equipped ...
Aramex named MENA’s most sustainable logistics firm by World Finance
Aramex has been named 'Most Sustainable Company, MENA Logistics & Supply Chain 2026' by World Finance. The award highlights its ...
90% of Firms Back Shared Supply Chain Accountability
SCALA’s 23rd Annual Supply Chain Debate revealed that 90% of attendees support shared accountability for supply chain success, yet 27% ...
MSC raises Asia-Europe FAK to $7,500/40ft amid double-digit spot rate surges
Container spot rates surged again in mid-June as carriers implemented new surcharges and FAK hikes effective 15 June. The WCI ...
Brexit Raises Cross-Border Logistics Costs, Delays by 100%
A decade after the UK’s Brexit vote, cross-border logistics between the UK and EU face doubled border delays, £1,800 average ...
Nestlé, XPO build 638K-sq-ft UK warehouse; SAP AI rollout by 2025
Nestlé and XPO Logistics are building a 638,000-square-foot distribution center in Leicestershire, U.K., scheduled for completion in 2020 as a ...
