The Latest
-
Edwin Lopez/Supply Chain Dive
TrackerUS ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
Updated Sept. 17, 2024 -
stock.adobe.com/Alan Luk
Sponsored by ColliersPreparing for the next black swan event
Prepare for the next black swan event with strategic risk management—because the unexpected is inevitable.
-
Octavio Jones via Getty Images
Amazon trims California warehouse footprint
The e-commerce giant is closing facilities in Irvine and West Sacramento, impacting more than 300 employees.
-
trekandshoot via Getty Images
Solar supply chain lifecycle gets boost with $40M in DOE funds
The money aims to boost sustainable management of solar modules at the end of their use, as concerns grow over how to deal with waste produced by the sector.
-
Professor25 via Getty Images
ColumnFires in Brazil threaten global sugar supply
Sugar prices are on the rise as mills in the country deal with lost production.
-
David McNew via Getty Images
Port of Long Beach ready for potential East Coast strike cargo diversions
Marine terminal operators are willing to extend gate hours if needed, CEO Mario Cordero said in a press conference.
-
Sara Samora/Supply Chain Dive
FedEx unveils 5.9% rate increase, surcharge hikes for 2025
Residential deliveries, two-day air shipments and bulky packages are among those targeted by the Jan. 6 price hikes.
-
Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
Updated Sept. 12, 2024 -
Courtesy of Purple Innovation
Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.
The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.
-
Marco Prosch via Getty Images
DHL Express expands peak season air cargo capacity
The logistics company plans to deploy freighters and expand its ground handling network to meet growing e-commerce demand.
-
Bill Pugliano via Getty Images
Employers increasingly shed jobs, reflecting economic uncertainty
Hiring intentions fell to the lowest year-to-date total since data tracking began in 2005, Challenger, Gray & Christmas said.
-
Kevin Dietsch via Getty Images
Biden-Harris administration takes aim at de minimis exemption
The White House is also calling on Congress to pass legislation to exclude products covered by Section 201, 232 and 301 tariffs by the end of the year.
-
Provided by CPKC
Canada’s major rail carriers have recovered from labor strife
CPKC and Canadian National say planning for a strike fueled the rapid turnaround from last month’s brief work stoppage.
-
Drew Angerer / Staff via Getty Images
Biden finalizes China tariff hikes
The first increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, are set to go into effect on Sept. 27.
-
Joe Raedle via Getty Images
Maple syrup production to ‘bounce back’ after devastating season
After the world's only strategic maple reserve dwindled to a 16-year low, the industry is rebuilding in the face of continued climate challenges.
-
Courtesy of La-Z-Boy
La-Z-Boy streamlines supply chain with Mexico consolidation
The furniture maker is moving some of its upholstery operations and plans to shutter a leased cut and sew facility.
-
US CBP delays de minimis enforcement change
A plan to automatically reject shipments that breached the $800 threshold was pushed back after trade community feedback.
-
Adam Glanzman via Getty Images
Deep DiveDe minimis: Helping or hurting U.S. manufacturers?
While groups like the National Association of Manufacturers claim the exemption benefits domestic production, others say it erodes the U.S. industry’s competitive edge and forces factory closures.
-
Win McNamee via Getty Images
Trump, Harris spar over manufacturing, trade and tariffs
In Tuesday’s presidential debate, the candidates offered vastly different strategies for how to grow the economy and compete with China on clean vehicles and advanced technology.
-
David McNew via Getty Images
Avocado supply shortages generate record profits
Constrained production from countries like Mexico and Peru has buoyed the fortunes of U.S.-based suppliers.
-
Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images via Getty Images
USPS ending delivery unit discounts for shipping partners
The agency has reached several new agreements with consolidators that align with its long-term transformation plan, despite concerns of service impacts.
-
Courtesy of MSC
MSC, Zim agree to collaborate on transpacific lanes
The shipping lines’ deal to swap slots and share vessels will start in 2025 and last for three years.
-
BrianBrownImages / iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
US Postal Service’s transportation shakeup: What shippers should know
The agency's proposal would add an extra day in transit for some volume at post offices far away from its major processing plants.
-
Morris MacMatzen via Getty Images
Ocean carriers form ‘Premier Alliance’
In an evolution of THE Alliance, Ocean Network Express, Hyundai Merchant Marine and Yang Ming Marine will cooperate on trade lanes starting in 2025.
-
Jacob Wackerhausen via Getty Images
Balancing AI tools with human talent remains challenging for most companies, report says
Businesses are investing in AI-enhanced HR systems and upskilling employees on AI-related subjects, according to CompTIA.
-
Gregor Fischer via Getty Images
FMC OKs Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd alliance
The Federal Maritime Commission allowed the Gemini agreement to take effect Monday after initially halting it in July.
