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    US 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
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    Preparing for the next black swan event

    Prepare for the next black swan event with strategic risk management—because the unexpected is inevitable.

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    Amazon trims California warehouse footprint

    The e-commerce giant is closing facilities in Irvine and West Sacramento, impacting more than 300 employees.

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    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.

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    Fires in Brazil threaten global sugar supply

    Sugar prices are on the rise as mills in the country deal with lost production. 

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    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.

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    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
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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Biden finalizes China tariff hikes

    The first increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, are set to go into effect on Sept. 27.

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    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.

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    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.

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    De 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.

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    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.

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    Avocado supply shortages generate record profits

    Constrained production from countries like Mexico and Peru has buoyed the fortunes of U.S.-based suppliers. 

  • U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy attends the signing ceremony for the Postal Service Reform Act in the State Dining Room at the White House on April 06, 2022 in Washington, DC.
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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    FMC OKs Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd alliance

    The Federal Maritime Commission allowed the Gemini agreement to take effect Monday after initially halting it in July.