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Could a bridge or tunnel work across the Cook Strait?
Supply Chain

Could a bridge or tunnel work across the Cook Strait?

A fixed link could cut the crossing to 40 minutes, but a Cook Strait tunnel would cost about NZD $50 billion and stretch funding to breaking point.

By Staff Writer • 11 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024

Global Stories

Shipping stories

OWC launches Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD with speeds over 6000MB/s
Intel

OWC launches Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD with speeds over 6000MB/s

Other World Computing has launched the Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 SSD, promising data transfer speeds of over 6000MB/s for Mac and PC users starting.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Economic pressures lead Australians to embrace secondhand shopping
Clean technologies

Economic pressures lead Australians to embrace secondhand shopping

New data indicates 26% of consumers are hesitant to make purchases over $200 in the next six months, reflecting growing economic pressures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
ShipEngine launches turnkey shipping solution for UK platforms
Application Programming Interface

ShipEngine launches turnkey shipping solution for UK platforms

ShipEngine debuts its new 'ShipEngine for Platforms' in the UK, enabling ecommerce platforms to integrate seamless shipping components, enhancing merchant workflows.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
FedEx expands International Connect Plus service to new regions
Shipping

FedEx expands International Connect Plus service to new regions

FedEx expands its FedEx International Connect Plus service to new U.S. and European destinations, enhancing cross-border eCommerce solutions for Asia-Pacific e-tailers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Ultra Commerce acquires Comestri to expand eCommerce solutions
Software-as-a-Service

Ultra Commerce acquires Comestri to expand eCommerce solutions

Ultra Commerce has acquired Comestri, aiming to merge Comestri's SaaS eCommerce platform with Ultra Commerce's broad solutions suite, enhancing client services.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Evestico expands fulfilment network to top 10 global eCommerce markets
Shipping

Evestico expands fulfilment network to top 10 global eCommerce markets

Evestico significantly boosts its Trusted Fulfilment Partner network, reaching all Top 10 global eCommerce markets, offering international businesses streamlined operations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024
Synergy Logistics partners with Supply Chain BEST to boost WMS capabilities
Robotics

Synergy Logistics partners with Supply Chain BEST to boost WMS capabilities

US-UK based Synergy Logistics teams up with Supply Chain BEST, enhancing their WMS skills to adeptly manage their growing partner network and keep up with market fluctuations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
Taking organisations' physical security to the cloud
Storage

Taking organisations' physical security to the cloud

Physical security departments are recognising the value of cloud technologies for resource optimization, and many are embracing the benefits of hybrid solutions.

By George Moawad • 7 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024
Infosys & PIL form strategic tech partnership for digital transformation
Digital Transformation

Infosys & PIL form strategic tech partnership for digital transformation

Global digital services leader, Infosys, joins forces with shipping titan Pacific International Lines to accelerate digitalisation, modernise customer portal and enact transformative changes across the logistics sphere.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2024
Wonder Group partners with Sorted to transform global shipping operations
Customer Experience

Wonder Group partners with Sorted to transform global shipping operations

Wonder Group, a prominent party goods designer and distributor, teams up with Delivery Experience platform, Sorted, to streamline global shipping operations and heighten customer experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Shipping stories

UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest
eCommerce

UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest

The UK postal service fees will increase in 2024, with significant hikes from USP and Parcelforce. SMEs, heavily reliant on affordable shipping, face the brunt.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year
Supply Chain

Red Sea attacks may hinder Black Friday discounts this year

Logistics experts warn that attacks in the Red Sea are driving up shipping costs, potentially limiting Black Friday discounts to 20% to 30% this year.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Virtualstock & commercetools partner to automate retail ops
Supply Chain

Virtualstock & commercetools partner to automate retail ops

Virtualstock and commercetools have formed a strategic alliance to automate and enhance retail efficiency through seamless order and inventory management.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Sendle launches Print In-Store to aid small businesses
eCommerce

Sendle launches Print In-Store to aid small businesses

Sendle launches Print In-Store, making shipping easier for small businesses and personal shippers with label printing at nearly 100 locations across Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
ShipStation unveils new features to boost UK eCommerce efficiency
eCommerce

ShipStation unveils new features to boost UK eCommerce efficiency

ShipStation unveils a suite of tools to aid UK online businesses with order fulfilment, featuring inventory sync, deliver-by dates, and enhanced international shipping options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Loop launches Ship by Loop to slash return shipping costs
Customer Experience

Loop launches Ship by Loop to slash return shipping costs

Loop launches Ship by Loop, a logistics solution aimed at reducing return shipping costs by up to 91%, while providing access to domestic and global carriers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024