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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 United States.
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Amazon robotics and AI leader departs for AV company
Siddhartha Srinivasa will join AV company and GM subsidiary Cruise as it prepares for production of its Origin vehicle, which has delivery capabilities.
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Maersk, MSC to end 2M alliance
The split between the world’s two largest ocean shipping lines opens the door for shifts in other capacity-sharing alliances.
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Amy’s Kitchen hires a chief supply chain officer to boost resilience
Oksana Woloszczuk joins the food manufacturer in the newly created role, along with a few other supply chain executives.
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DOJ investigating Abbott infant formula plant
After closing and reopening a Michigan facility at the center of a national shortage, the healthcare giant is now facing a criminal probe.
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Serta Simmons files for Chapter 11
The bedding manufacturer said it was still “operating as normal” and is working with vendor partners to fulfill orders from its facilities.
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2023 outlookShippers regain buying power as air cargo fundamentals shift
Softening rates and new market capacity are pushing many to rethink their air freight strategies.
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BNSF ups network investments with focus on better service
The railroad will invest nearly $4 billion to maintain infrastructure and advance plans to boost intermodal segments.
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Tractor Supply opens its largest distribution center
The Ohio center is the first of three planned as part of the retailer's effort to enhance supply chain efficiency.
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Industry study tracks China tariffs’ added costs to importers and consumers
The duties created $3 billion a year in direct expenses on apparel, footwear, furniture and travel goods from the country, according to research from trade groups.
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Walmart launches dedicated e-commerce site for businesses
Purchases made through Walmart Business will be available for in-store or curbside pickup, delivery or shipping.
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JB Hunt forecasts intermodal rebound in 2023
Intermodal President Darren Field told investors that “appropriately cautious” shippers want the carrier and its rail partner BNSF to prove they can achieve their service and velocity goals.
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GameStop lays off employees, plans to close Kentucky distribution center
The retailer’s 630,000-square-foot Shepherdsville location is now listed as available for lease starting July 1.
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Bottleneck at LA distribution center eats away at Dr. Martens earnings
The footwear retailer found itself overwhelmed with inventory after orders arrived earlier than anticipated.
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Campbell Soup to consolidate snacking operations
The Goldfish and Pop Secret maker expects $10 million in annual cost savings from unifying its snack manufacturing at its New Jersey headquarters.
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Cargill, CHS add Houston terminal in expansion of export joint venture
The new facility will give more agricultural shippers access to Mexico as trade with the country grows.
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How Party City suppliers ‘reached their limits’ as it slipped toward bankruptcy
Tightened terms with suppliers after it fell behind on payments helped tip the retailer into Chapter 11. Now it needs its vendor base more than ever.
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Increased use of embargoes ‘a major concern’ for rail regulators
The Surface Transportation Board will closely monitor carriers’ use of traffic limits as Union Pacific faces backlash over traffic limits in the upper Midwest.
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Amazon’s new capacity management system lets sellers bid for more storage space
The reservation feature gives businesses more control over their Fulfillment by Amazon capacity "while limiting unproductive use," an executive said.
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Deep Dive // 2023 outlookHere’s how CPGs are bracing for more volatility in 2023
Supply chain disruptions are prompting companies to revamp operations to weather a period of prolonged uncertainty.
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Tracker // 2023 outlookSupply chain conferences to watch in 2023
Many of this year’s top events are putting efficiency and sustainability at the forefront.
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Amazon cited by OSHA for failing to keep warehouse workers safe
The company, which faces $60,269 in fines, said it strongly disagrees with the agency’s allegations and intends to appeal.
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Party City gets green light to start paying ‘critical’ suppliers in bankruptcy
The party goods retailer expects to pay $74 million to its most important vendors over the course of the Chapter 11 process.
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Ryder to cut 800 jobs in Texas as client shifts work to other logistics providers
The layoffs involve a site for Applied Materials, which has pursued broad supply chain changes to meet customer demand.
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Why drone delivery hasn’t taken flight in the US
The Federal Aviation Administration will propose new regulations this year, including changes to visual line of sight requirements to support greater drone use, a federal official said.
