South Korea’s “Dawn Delivery” Faces Policy Debate

South Korea’s “Dawn Delivery” Faces Policy Debate South Korea’s 15-trillion-won “dawn delivery” market faces uncertainty as labor unions propose a full ban on midnight-hour deliveries (0–5 AM) to protect workers’ health.While the service has become part of daily life for over 20 million users, industry leaders warn that restrictions could undermine logistics innovation and raise … Read more

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Korea Railroad Research Institute (KRRI) has unveiled its Smart Rail Logistics Terminal, a groundbreaking model that transforms urban rail spaces into next-generation logistics infrastructure. This innovation aims to combine efficiency, sustainability, and automation in city logistics. Smart Logistics Hubs Built on Railway Land KRRI’s new model utilizes existing rail tracks and nearby spaces to integrate … Read more

Cryoport Opens New Life-Science Logistics Hub in Paris

Cryoport has officially opened a next-generation cryogenic logistics center near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, establishing a new cornerstone in Europe’s life-science supply chain. The facility combines advanced cold-chain technology, digital tracking systems, and strategic partnerships to reshape how biological materials are stored and delivered worldwide. A New European Hub for Cryogenic Supply Chains On … Read more

Trump’s Pressure Delays IMO Carbon Pricing Talks

Trump’s Pressure Delays IMO Carbon Pricing Talks

U.S. President Donald Trump blocked the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) carbon pricing framework, warning of sanctions, visa restrictions, and port fees on supporting nations.As a result, the proposal was postponed 57–49, effectively halting global discussions on maritime carbon pricing. UN and Industry Leaders Call It a “Missed Opportunity” The UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson expressed regret, calling … Read more

Amazon Expands 15-Minute Delivery from India to the UAE

Amazon has extended its “Amazon Now” ultra-fast delivery service from India to the United Arab Emirates, promising deliveries within 15 minutes — and in some cases, as fast as six minutes.The company’s micro-fulfillment centers enable rapid dispatch of essentials including groceries, electronics, and beauty products, leveraging real-time local demand data to pre-position inventory. Micro Fulfillment: … Read more

Fashion Platform ‘Brandy’ Operator Newnex Files for Court Receivership

Fashion Platform ‘Brandy’ Operator Newnex Files for Court Receivership

Once aspiring to be a unicorn, fashion platform operator Newnex has filed for court receivership. Sluggish domestic consumption and the rise of Chinese ultra-low-cost platforms have triggered another wave of industry crisis. Brandy and Hiver Operator Seeks Court Protection Newnex, which operates women’s platform Brandy and men’s platform Hiver, has filed for court receivership after … Read more

India to Launch National Container Shipping Line by 2030

India to Launch National Container Shipping Line by 2030

India has announced plans to establish a national container shipping line by 2030 and build half its vessels at domestic shipyards by 2035, signaling a bold push for maritime self-reliance. National Container Shipping Line by 2030 India aims to launch a national container carrier by 2030 and build 50% of its fleet at domestic shipyards … Read more

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