DHL Global Readiving expands its ability to clearance from American customs customs by 40 %, employing more than 200 new agents in addition to its current team consisting of 500 brokers, according to a report. CEO Tim Robertson said that the logistical service provider also launches a digital platform and Amnesty International to assist in customs deposit decisions and tariffs later this year.
This expansion comes as ocean charging sizes from Asia to North America decreased by 7 % on an annual basis, as exports from China showed the most important decline. The data from the Indexbox platform confirms this landmark, which contradicts the typical seasonal increase in storage units before the shopping season. The National Federation expects retail for container sizes in August, September 1.7 % and 6.8 %, respectively, from 2024 levels.
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Robertson described the current period as “the most inhuman peak season that we have seen”, including compared to the years of the epidemic. While the sizes of China “incredibly soft”, DHL is witnessing a dual growth to demand charging from Vietnam to the United States, from Asia to Latin America, the Middle East and Africa. To support the high technology and e -commerce sectors, the company has started dedicated charter trips from Vietnam and Taiwan to the main American centers.
DHL responds to the volatile environment by providing multimedia solutions, such as the hybrid roads of marine air, warehouse services to help importers manage costs and diversify sources. Mark Konar, CEO of the supply chain in North America, pointed out that customer interest in the use of foreign trade areas to postpone the customs tariff payments.
Fedex (FDX) and UPS (UPS) are facing similar challenges. FEDEX reported a $ 150 million profitability in the first quarter due to a decrease in size from China and expected an additional $ 300 million in customs costs in this fiscal year. UPS reported a 35 % size chip in May and June after the new e -commerce tariff, although an increase of 22 % in Chinese exports worldwide, which led to the abolition of more than 100 airlines.
Source: Indexbox Market Intelligence
