Barcelona, May 5, 2025.- According to Supply Chain 24/7 magazine, French government officials are pushing to add a small handling fee to low-cost items bought online from outside the European Union. The move is aimed at curbing the surge of packages arriving from companies like Temu and Shein, which are mostly shipped from China. The proposal, announced during a visit to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport on April 29, would apply to all non-EU countries, including the UK and the U.S., and could take effect as early as 2026.
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Ecommerce: key obstacles in last-mile delivery
Barcelona, April 28, 2025.- According to a study published by Supply Chain Dive, the last mile has a well-earned reputation as the most complex part of the supply chain. Add on the pressure to meet rising consumer expectations to receive those goods next- or even same-day, and the bar is set even higher:
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‘The Future of Product Lifecycle Management and Digital Engineering’ is a survey based on insights from 656 executives in Europe, the US and Japan. It examines how leading automotive, aerospace, and machinery manufacturers (revenues >$40M) are addressing AI adoption, digital thread integration, regulatory compliance, and more.
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Gartner has identified the top supply chain technology trends for 2025, focusing on connectivity and intelligence to help businesses stay competitive. These trends aim to improve logistics and warehousingefficiency, tracking, and automation.
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