--- title: "Monthly News Round-Up: December 2021" description: It's the end of 2021! Although we're in the middle of the holidays, the supply chain industry won't slow down. What news did you miss in December? image: https://blog.shiperp.com/hubfs/Monthly%20News%20Recap.png --- [![shiperp](https://blog.shiperp.com/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/ShipERP_January2021/images/header-logo.png?width=720&height=50&name=header-logo.png "shiperp")](https://shiperp.com/) Menu - [About](https://shiperp.com/about/) - [Our Company](https://shiperp.com/about/) - [News & Events](https://shiperp.com/news-and-events/) - [Our Carriers](https://shiperp.com/shiperp-shipping-carriers/) - [Our Customers](https://shiperp.com/shiperp-users/) - [Partnerships](https://shiperp.com/about/partnerships) - [Careers](https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=01941100-00e7-48f9-ab7c-eeebe5fa1386&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US) - [Shipping Solutions](https://shiperp.com/our-shipping-solutions/) - [**ShipERP Core** Multi-Carrier/Multi-mode Shipping Solution](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/sap-shiperp-core/) - [**ShipERP Cloud** Cloud Shipping Software](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/shiperp-cloud/) - [**ShipSOI** Sales Order Integration](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/sap-sales-order-integration/) - [**ShipEWM** Parcel Shipping for SAP EWM](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/sap-extended-warehouse-management/) - [**ShipTM** Parcel Shipping for SAP TM](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/shiptm-parcel-transportation/) - [**ShipERP Spotlight Parcel Carrier Spend Management**](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/shiperp-spotlight-parcel-carrier-spend-management/) - [**AuditERP** Freight Audit](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/sap-freight-audit/) - [**CarrierPORTAL**](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/sap-carrier-portal/) - [**SupplierPORTAL**](https://shiperp.com/shipping-solutions/sap-supplier-portal/) - [Compliance Solutions](https://shiperp.com/compliance-solutions/) - [**ShipAVM** Address Validation](https://shiperp.com/compliance-solutions/sap-address-validation/) - [**ShipAES** Automated Export System](https://shiperp.com/compliance-solutions/sap-automated-export-system/) - [**ShipDPS** Denied Party Screening](https://shiperp.com/compliance-solutions/sap-denied-party-screening/) - [**ShipHAZ** Hazardous Material](https://shiperp.com/compliance-solutions/sap-hazardous-material/) - [**ShipATLAS** German Automated Export System](https://shiperp.com/compliance-solutions/sap-atlas/) - [Resources](https://learn.shiperp.com/shipping-resources-by-shiperp) - [**ShipERP University** Customer Training Program](https://learn.shiperp.com/shiperp-university) - [Webinars](https://learn.shiperp.com/webinars) - [Downloadable Resources](https://learn.shiperp.com/shipping-resources-by-shiperp) - [Blog](https://blog.shiperp.com/) - [Customer Success Stories](https://learn.shiperp.com/case-studies) - [Parcel Shipping](https://shiperp.com/parcel-shipping/) - [**Multi-Carrier Shipping** How ShipERP Handles Multi-Carrier Shipping](https://shiperp.com/multicarrier-shipping/) - [**Enterprise Shipping** Why Use ShipERP For Enterprise Shipping](https://shiperp.com/enterprise-shipping/) - [Shipping Tracking Software](https://shiperp.com/shipment-tracking-software/) - [Contact](https://shiperp.com/contact/) - [Contact Us](https://shiperp.com/contact/) - [Customer Support Login](https://support.erp-is.com/support/home?__hstc=106397660.63c6d9173278e0d7264effd3291fe0e5.1587107689792.1587107689792.1587107689792.1&__hssc=106397660.12.1587107689793&__hsfp=377607323) [Customer Support](https://support.erp-is.com/support/home?__hstc=106397660.8370dcb1fffd567a303f81c31fe578ef.1610618620550.1610618620550.1610623714161.2&__hssc=106397660.2.1610623714161&__hsfp=3253249625) [Schedule Live Demo](https://learn.shiperp.com/shiperp-shipping-software-demo) ![](https://blog.shiperp.com/hubfs/Monthly%20News%20Recap.png) # Monthly News Round-Up: December 2021 Published by [Vivian Vy Lam](https://blog.shiperp.com/author/vivian-vy-lam) on Dec 31, 2021, 6:00:00 AM It's the end of 2021! Although we're in the middle of the holidays, the supply chain and logistics industry will not slow down. What did you miss this month in December? Let's dive into the shipping and SAP news that made headlines in December 2021.   [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5538017/90d139e8-3496-4eec-8a27-d81a0093f2ab.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5538017/90d139e8-3496-4eec-8a27-d81a0093f2ab)   ## What's New with SAP? ### SAP Boosts Chinese Business Start-ups with SAP.iO Foundry Shanghai The SAP.iO program supports the growth of early-stage businesses to business start-ups. By opening a new program in Shanghai, SAP commits to the Chinese business ecosystem. Direct mentorship from SAP executives and exposure to SAP technology will help these Chinese businesses identify growth opportunities and deliver value to SAP customers. Take a look at which five start-ups have joined this program [here](https://news.sap.com/2021/12/sap-launches-first-sap-io-foundry-shanghai/).   ## What's New in Global Trade & Logistics? ### Brexit Update: The UK and Australia Signed Free-Trade Deal The [Free-Trade Agreement signed by the UK and Australia](https://www.bbc.com/news/business-59690080) will lower the extra costs and taxes on imports and exports to encourage greater trade between the two countries. The UK government estimates that the trade deal will unlock over 10 billion euros of additional trade. In addition, the Australian government will enjoy 99% eliminated tariffs on its exports and will make it easier for its citizens to live and work in the UK. ### Amazon May Expand Its Delivery Model to Europe According to a report by The Information, Amazon will partner with five small trucking companies in different countries and train them to deliver goods for Amazon exclusively. The company would partner with these carriers in France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and Spain under the Amazon Freight Partner program. Read about this potential initiative from[FreightWaves.](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-may-be-expanding-driver-model-to-europe)   [![ebook Integrated Shipping solutions to impact customer experience](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5538017/65404f60-00fb-490e-a295-ba8c8d7c4bbc.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5538017/65404f60-00fb-490e-a295-ba8c8d7c4bbc)   ## What's New in Transportation & Freight? ### Ports of LA & Long Beach Postpone Container Dweller Fee for the 6th Time Once again, Los Angeles and Long Beach's ports push consideration for fees on aging cargo back to December 27. The container dweller fee is a policy coordinated by the Biden-Harris Biden-Harris Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force, the US Department of Transportation, and multiple supply chain stakeholders. Read more about the container dweller fees in the [press release](https://www.portoflosangeles.org/references/2021-news-releases/news_122021_feehold)from the Port of Los Angeles. ### The US Mandates Cybersecurity Reports from Rail Carriers In the effort to protect one of the country's vital infrastructures from hackers, the government will require rail carriers to report any cybersecurity breaches quickly. After the ransomware attack in May on Colonial Pipeline Co., these new directives will help keep rail transportation safe from security threats. The [cybersecurity reporting requirement](https://www.supplychainbrain.com/articles/34197-us-issues-new-cybersecurity-mandates-for-rail-carriers) will be enacted on December 31, 2021.   ## What's New with ShipERP? ### 2021 Supply Chain & Logistics News Recap With the year ending, let's look at some of the significant events in the shipping and transportation industry this year. - [12 Major Supply Chain Headliners from 2021](https://blog.shiperp.com/2021-major-supply-chain-headliners) - Recap of the Two Biggest Supply Chain Disruptions in 2021: Suez Canal & LA/LB Port Congestion   [![International Shipping checklist download](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/5538017/6b583c52-4aa0-4897-b75f-1359bfa53df4.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/5538017/6b583c52-4aa0-4897-b75f-1359bfa53df4)   ### Top 10 ShipERP Blogs in 2021 Here are the top viewed ShipERP blogs in 2021. How have these blogged help you in your SAP and supply chain journey? 1. [SAP EWM vs. SAP EWM: What's the Difference?](https://blog.shiperp.com/sap-wm-vs-sap-ewm) 2. [All You Need to Know about T-Codes in SAP S/4HANA](https://blog.shiperp.com/t-codes-in-sap-s/4hana) 3. [3 Key Ingredients of the SAP Intelligent Enterprise Recipe](https://blog.shiperp.com/sap-intelligent-enterprise) 4. [SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM): Features & Benefits](https://blog.shiperp.com/sap-101-supply-chain-management-scm) 5. [Tutorial: How is Shipping Point Determined in SAP SD](https://blog.shiperp.com/shipping-point-sap-sd) 6. [7 Common Questions: SAP EWM Outbound Delivery Process](https://blog.shiperp.com/sap-ewm-outbound-delivery-process) 7. [7 SAP EWM Training Materials to Help You Become an Expert](https://blog.shiperp.com/sap-ewm-training) 8. [German Export Declaration Best Practices](https://blog.shiperp.com/german-exports-best-practices) 9. [Everything You Need to Know About Last-Mile Delivery](https://blog.shiperp.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-last-mile-delivery) 10. [How to Navigate the Outbound Warehouse Process in SAP EWM](https://blog.shiperp.com/sap-ewm-outbound-warehouse-process)   And one last note from the ShipERP team, have a happy new year! Tags: [Shipping](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/shipping), [News](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/news), [Ocean Freight](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/ocean-freight), [Rail Freight](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/rail-freight), [SAP](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/sap), [Supply Chain](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/supply-chain), [Freight](https://blog.shiperp.com/tag/freight) [Back to Blog](https://blog.shiperp.com) ## Related Articles ## [Monthly News Round-Up: January 2021](https://blog.shiperp.com/monthly-news-round-up-january-2021) It's a new year, but the supply chain industry isn’t slowing down! If anything, the industry is... 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