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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 Feb. 4, 2025
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    Key considerations for fleet electrification success

    Managed charging is critical for optimizing electric supply chain operations.

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    Trump plans 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum

    The president said he will reveal details Monday but added that Canada and Mexico would not be exempt.

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    Fashion supply chains: 2025’s risks and trends

    A dynamic policy landscape and ongoing de minimis scrutiny are shaping an era of uncertainty for apparel brands and retailers.

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    Logistics real estate rents drop in US, Canada in 2024

    Southern California fueled much of the 7% decline, but demand could heat up this year, according to a Prologis report.

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    USPS regulator pushes back on network overhaul efforts

    The Postal Regulatory Commission says the agency isn’t “laying a foundation for success,” while Postmaster General Louis DeJoy asserts the Postal Service is on the right track.

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    Gulfstream appoints enterprise supply chain leader

    In the newly created role, Derek Zimmerman will lead procurement, inventory management, logistics and other operational strategies.

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    Tariffs could have undue effects on recycling, waste sectors

    New duties could increase commodity prices, hamper supply chains and impact significant trade relationships, industry groups say.

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    USPS lifts brief suspension of inbound China, Hong Kong packages

    The agency said it’s working with Customs and Border Protection to establish a better collection method for additional tariffs placed on China.

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    Trump’s tariff orders feature key clause for logistics managers

    Goods in transit from China will not be subject to tariffs if shippers can certify they were sent prior to Feb. 1.

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    De minimis shipping from China axed under Trump tariffs

    The provision for low-cost goods is also at risk of being nixed for Canada and Mexico imports next month.

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    Walmart Canada to sell trucking business

    Canada Cartage will operate the retail giant’s Canadian fleet, which ships deliveries to over 400 of its stores in the country.

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    China responds to Trump with added tariffs on certain products

    The new duties are set to take effect Feb. 10 and cover some car, equipment and energy imports.

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    Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI

    The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. Many manufacturers are bracing, however, for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.

  • The FedEx logo is displayed at a FedEx ship center on February 1, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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    FedEx confirms 3 more facility closures for Network 2.0

    Ship centers in Kentucky, New York and Pennsylvania will close in the coming months as the carrier merges its separate networks.

  • 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 Feb. 6, 2025
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    US and Canada agree to 30-day pause on tariffs

    The two countries will push back a Feb. 4 enforcement date as they coordinate anti-drug trafficking efforts at their shared border.

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    US delays tariffs on Mexico to March

    The two countries agreed to negotiate over the next month while collaborating on addressing drug and weapons trafficking.

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    Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods

    The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.

    Updated Feb. 3, 2025
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    Trump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

    The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.

    Updated Feb. 1, 2025
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    Whole Foods unveils new code of conduct for seafood supply chain

    The policy strengthens labor protections and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.

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    Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow

    The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here's what you should know.

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    Shortages 2025: Geopolitics, severe weather fuel uncertainty

    Tariff threats, lingering storm impacts and regulatory uncertainty are creating challenges for supply in the automotive, medical and food sectors.

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    PetSmart upgrades inventory tracking to boost in-store operations

    The pet retailer aims to enhance its order fulfillment capabilities by using GreyOrange's gStore platform.

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    UPS SurePost’s Postal Service split sparked by service, cost worries

    UPS executives acknowledged the shift could lead to a loss of customers, but touted upsides in making those deliveries in-house.

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    5 questions about Trump’s tariff plans

    Here’s what importers need to know ahead of the potential implementation of tariffs tomorrow.