Policies, Customs and Field Notes
Tracking US CBP, EU ICS2 and China export control changes, plus lessons from the operational front line.
EU Customs Update: Import Control System 2 (ICS2) Phase 3
With ocean and road now covered by ICS2, entry summary declarations must be filed before loading — missing ENS data blocks the shipment.
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China Export Control on Certain Dual-Use Items & Rare Minerals
Shipments involving graphite, gallium or germanium require export licences, and the permit must accompany the declaration.
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5 Key Documents for Smooth Customs Clearance
Commercial invoice, packing list, contract, customs power of attorney and permits — common mistakes and a self-check list.
4 min read
How to Pack Your Cargo for International Shipping
Stacking pressure, repeated handling and humidity are the three forces your packaging must resist.
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Choosing the Right Shipping Method: Sea, Air or Express?
Decide on two axes — time sensitivity against value per kilogram — rather than comparing headline rates.
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FBA First-Mile Shipping to the USA
A Shenzhen home-goods seller needed six 40HQ containers into ONT8 before peak — split appointments avoided detention.
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Heavy Machinery to Germany
A 28-tonne injection moulding machine from a Foshan factory to a Stuttgart plant, including lifting and securing plans.
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Lithium Battery Shipping to Australia
A first-time energy-storage battery exporter was rejected by its carrier for incomplete documents; we rebuilt the declaration and delivered in 21 days.
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Global Freight Forwarding Summit 2025
Exchanging peak-season capacity strategy and digital documentation practice with peers from over 20 countries.
2 min readPolicies shifting faster than your plan?
Tell us the destination and cargo type for a compliant path and a rate together.