The Harsh Realities of Korea’s Delivery Workers

Behind Korea’s booming e-commerce lies the struggle of delivery drivers: rising parcel volumes, shrinking pay, physical exhaustion, and fragmented labor solidarity. Surging Volumes, Growing Burden Online communities and social media reveal drivers’ biggest concern: parcel surges. During sales or apartment move-ins, workloads can jump 1.5x above average, with some handling 230–300 parcels per day. This … Read more

Shifting Trade Order: Vietnam, Walmart, and the Future of Supply Chains

U.S. tariffs on China and geopolitical tensions are reshaping global supply chains. Vietnam, Southeast Asian ports, and new shipping alliances are emerging as pivotal players. Global Trade Order and Tariff Changes Recent U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods and geopolitical frictions are disrupting global supply chains. The U.S. has imposed 25% tariffs and additional penalties on … Read more

Shortening Settlement Cycles in Retail: Solution or New Crisis?

Following the TiMon-WeMakePrice settlement issue and Homeplus’s restructuring, Korea debates whether shortening settlement cycles will truly protect suppliers—or create new risks. Is Shortening Settlement Cycles the Answer? After the TiMon and WeMakePrice (TiMeP) settlement crisis and Homeplus’s court receivership, the government has pushed for shorter settlement cycles to protect suppliers. Yet, experts warn that a … Read more

Prescription Drug Delivery Debate: Where Does Korea Stand?

As telemedicine moves toward legalization in Korea, prescription drug delivery has become a hot issue. The challenge is finding a balance between patient convenience and drug safety. Prescription Delivery: Where Are We Now? With the legalization of telemedicine on the horizon, prescription drug delivery is once again under debate. Currently, delivery is allowed only in … Read more

Amazon Expands Same-Day Grocery Delivery, Lessons for Korea’s Market

Amazon is scaling up same-day grocery delivery across the U.S., highlighting key challenges and opportunities for Korea’s already heated dawn delivery market. Amazon Expands Same-Day Grocery Delivery Amazon announced plans to offer same-day grocery delivery in 2,300 U.S. locations by the end of this year. Already active in over 1,000 cities, the company is expanding … Read more

Korean Air’s Record $36.2B Boeing Deal to Strengthen Global Competitiveness

Korean Air has announced its largest-ever aircraft investment, signaling a bold step toward becoming a global top-tier airline. Korean Air’s Record-Breaking Boeing Investment Korean Air signed an MOU with Boeing for 103 next-generation fuel-efficient aircraft, valued at $36.2 billion (₩50 trillion). This marks the airline’s largest order and the biggest Boeing fleet order by an … Read more

Korea Shipping Association Launches Arctic Route Task Force

Korea Shipping Association launches Arctic Route TF for global maritime logistics strategy

The Korea Shipping Association (KSA) has officially launched a Task Force (TF) dedicated to the Arctic Sea Route, marking a proactive step in addressing the reshaping of global maritime logistics. This initiative is designed to strengthen the future competitiveness of Korea’s shipping industry and provide new opportunities for member companies. Comprehensive Strategy with Five Divisions … Read more

TechTaka Tokyo | Argo Global Logistics Expansion

ARGO global logistics platform logo image with slogan “Moving the World with Logistics”

TechTaka Tokyo subsidiary launches Argo logistics to expand global logistics services with e-commerce fulfillment, customs clearance, and warehousing across Asia. TechTaka Tokyo Subsidiary: Expanding Argo Logistics TechTaka Tokyo subsidiary has been officially launched on August 20, 2025, marking a major milestone in the company’s Argo logistics platform and global logistics expansion strategy. The new subsidiary … Read more

Korean Auto Sector Seeks Supply Chain Data Platform for EU Compliance

KAIA seminar 2025 discussing supply chain data platform in Seoul

Korean Auto Mobility Alliance Hosts Seminar to Tackle EU Supply Chain Rules SEOUL, South Korea – The Korea Automobile Mobility Industry Association (KAIA) convened a critical seminar on July 9, 2025, at the Auto Industry Hall in Seocho-gu, Seoul, to address the urgent need for a supply chain data platform amid rising EU regulations. The … Read more

Incheon Port Container Volume Falls 5.9% in 2025: IPA Response and Outlook

Incheon Port Container Volume discussion with IPA President Lee Kyung-kyu and terminal operators at the July 2025 strategy meeting.

Incheon Port container volume 2025 declined by 5.9% during the first half of the year, reflecting shifting trade patterns and geopolitical challenges. Incheon Port’s Container Volume in 2025 In the first half of 2025, Incheon Port experienced a significant decline in container volume. According to the Incheon Port Authority (IPA), total TEU throughput dropped by … Read more