New EU parcel charges add pressure for rethink on cross-border fulfilment

Higher EU parcel charges could further strengthen the case for retailers to hold stock in Europe, as reduced China–Europe freighter capacity and elevated airfreight rates add to the cost pressures facing cross-border supply chains.  An additional €2 EU handling fee per product category is expected from 1 November, on top of the €3 customs duty introduced in July on qualifying consignments worth €1 Read full article →