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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of US trade actions

    President Donald Trump has rolled out a deluge of tariffs in his second term and is promising more. Here’s where each tariff — whether in place or proposed — currently stands.

    Updated June 3, 2026
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    In 2025, 80% of amfori BSCI-audited factories fell short on working hours

    Excessive overtime in supply chains is driving reputational and financial exposure. Here’s why.

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    Amazon grows LTL freight offerings for shippers

    Shippers can now use the e-commerce giant’s network to deliver freight to third-party sites, the company announced Wednesday.

  • The FedEx logo is displayed at a FedEx ship center on February 1, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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    FedEx Network 2.0: Tracking closures, layoffs across the US

    The logistics giant is shutting down ship centers as part of its plan to streamline operations. Here's how the overhaul is progressing.

    Updated April 22, 2026
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    How Gong cha overhauled its supply chain for US growth

    The bubble tea brand has standardized its supply chain playbook by moving to a direct franchising system, according to Alan Davis, director of supply chain for the Americas.

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    Port of Long Beach, partners plan ‘Green Truck Corridor’

    The port is teaming up with the Wonderful Co. and Lincoln Transportation Services to develop the 150-mile trade route between Long Beach and Central Valley.

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    Tractor Supply taps AI to help scale last-mile delivery network

    The retailer has used the technology to help managers build delivery routes, and more AI-driven improvements are in the works.

  • Pallets of baby formula are unloaded from a FedEx cargo plane upon arrival at Dulles International Airport on May 25, 2022 in Dulles, Virginia.
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    FedEx pilots ratify new labor contract

    Eighty-three percent voted in favor of the agreement, which will raise hourly wages by nearly 40%, after a multiyear negotiations process.

    Updated June 9, 2026
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    Why Tommy John centralized its fulfillment operations

    The brand’s shift from using multiple fulfillment partners to a single provider closed visibility gaps, its CFO told Supply Chain Dive.

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    Walmart, Wing add 7 markets to drone delivery expansion plan

    The companies aim to start operations in Philadelphia, Phoenix and other metros by 2027 as the retailer advances its fast delivery push.

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    Steel imports down 30% in 2026 as tariffs bolster US production

    Raw and finished steel reached 1.87 million net tons for the month of April, driven by increased imports of tin plate, metallic coatings and other goods, according to census data.

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    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 June 4, 2026
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    ArcBest, ABF Freight announce 5.9% rate increase

    The atypical Q2 announcement goes into effect later this month as heavier freight mixes gain traction.

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    International Paper taps CPKC for rail needs at Mississippi facility

    The paper and pulp company's upcoming packaging site will be able to use the railroad's single-line network to strengthen its supply chain.

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    Dollar General’s fast delivery offering helps lift sales

    About half of the retailer's sub-hour orders were delivered in under 30 minutes in Q1, CEO Todd Vasos said.

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    Why Nespresso diversified its delivery provider mix

    The espresso and coffee company is tapping carriers like Jitsu in a bid to boost the end customer experience.

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    DOJ appeal throws fresh uncertainty into tariff refund process

    “The endgame is clear: the government is trying to keep as much of the remaining money as possible,” said Reed Smith attorney Michael Lowell.

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    Delivery reliability trumps speed, Macy’s and Ulta execs say

    Maintaining on-time delivery promises will keep shoppers coming back, but fast shipping still has a role to play, retail leaders said at Home Delivery World 2026.

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    Deep Dive

    Can AI gains give alternative delivery providers an edge?

    As parcel carriers like SpeedX and Veho deploy in-house AI tools, experts say the technology could help upstarts close the gap with FedEx and UPS.

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    EEOC moves to axe EEO-1 reporting

    The agency wants to scrap a variety of employer reporting requirements, according to a plan sent to the White House in May.

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    Deere recovers $272M in tariff refunds

    All told, the farm equipment manufacturer still expects about $900 million in net tariff costs for the current fiscal year, executives said.

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    Amazon wants sellers to be more precise with handling times

    A new requirement aims to push sellers to offer more accurate delivery dates on self-fulfilled SKUs, which the company said can boost sales.

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    3 logistics upgrades benefiting Wayfair

    Leaders from the retailer detailed multiple initiatives at Home Delivery World 2026, from consolidating deliveries to automating driver calls to customers.

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    Starbucks ditches AI inventory system after just 9 months

    The coffee giant is ending its computer vision inventory counting system — which employees called “unreliable” — in favor of traditional stock-keeping methods, Reuters reported. 

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    AutoZone’s distribution strategy drives sales gains

    The auto parts retailer has made headway on faster store fulfillment as it continues to expand its roster of mega hubs.

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    FMC can help ocean shippers in 3 key ways, chair says

    The agency aims to get ahead of any issues and go “where the puck is going, rather than being reactive to certain issues that have occurred,” Laura DiBella told Supply Chain Dive.