UNFI consolidates distribution centers in optimization plan

Facility closures include one in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and three in the U.S. Central region as the company looks to trim costs.

Sportsman’s Warehouse to pull forward holiday shipments to skirt tariffs

The retailer is focused on buying core items while cutting SKUs to battle market uncertainty and simplify its assortment.

Cargill invests $90M to automate Colorado beef plant

The technology will help preserve more meat per cow as the U.S. experiences a significant cattle shortage.

Stellantis plans $388M parts distribution ‘Megahub’ in metro Detroit

The facility will be staffed by nearly 500 UAW workers once operational in 2027, according to the company. 

Lucid’s strategy to strengthen supply chain means using fewer parts

"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," VP of Engineering James Hawkins said.

Amazon temporarily waives seller fee tied to Walmart orders

Multi-Channel Fulfillment users previously faced a 5% surcharge when they used non-Amazon carriers to deliver Walmart orders.

Clorox to replace 25-year-old tech with new ERP

The household products manufacturer is building inventory at its retailers as a buffer while it transitions its system.

DHL Express Canada suspends operations, shippers tap alternatives

In-transit shipments that weren't delivered by Thursday will be held in the carrier's network as an employee strike continues.

Air cargo spot rates drift downward in May

Spot prices fell for the first time in a year, likely due to declining consumer sentiment and international trade uncertainty, Xeneta reported.

Canada threatens further tariffs on US steel, aluminum

The exact new rate will depend on progress made towards a tariff deal with the Trump administration as of July 21.

Amazon touts AI upgrades for forecasting, deliveries and robotics

The advancements will help customers get their orders faster and increase product availability, the company said.

Nippon finalizes $14B US Steel takeover

Through the deal, under which President Donald Trump has approval over facility closures, Nippon aims to circumvent tariffs with a stronger U.S. foothold.

What Veho learned testing delivery robots in Texas

The trial program with RIVR’s wheel-legged robot saw a 95% delivery success rate and required limited intervention, Veho CTO Fred Cook said.

Nintendo launched the Switch 2 in a tariff storm. Now comes the difficult part.

The video game console maker will have to navigate the all-important peak season as reciprocal duties from the Trump administration are slated to return.

Kohl’s to close Ohio fulfillment center, lay off 768

The workforce reduction is due to increased shipping efficiency at other facilities, the discount retailer said.

US, UK implement trade deal

The two countries formally enacted previous agreements, including a 10% tariff for a quota of 100,000 U.K. car imports. 

Updated June 17, 2025

Tariffs, manufacturing weakness expected to further drag down truckload demand

Carriers will "be playing catch-up for the rest of the year,” one analyst predicted.

Amazon delivery robots offer ‘large opportunity’ for savings: BofA

The analysis comes as Amazon is reportedly developing software for robots that could eventually ride in delivery vans and bring packages to doorsteps.

P&G aims for resiliency with supply chain redesign

The initiative, which will include right-sizing production and discontinuing some brands, is expected to yield $1.5 billion in annual savings.

Amazon opens robotic fulfillment center in Massachusetts

The nearly 3 million square-foot-facility features hundreds of robots equipped to lift up to 1,500 pounds each.

DHL Express Canada to suspend operations nationwide Friday

As the strike enters its second week, the carrier is expected to temporarily stop international package imports prior to the planned shutdown.

Updated June 16, 2025

7 Brew hires first supply chain chief

Christopher Held will help scale operations and ensure product consistency at the fast-growing coffee chain.

As Los Angeles Port volumes slow, truckers see less business

Global tariffs have led to ripple effects across the supply chain, including fewer ships and containers to haul, per the port's executive director, Gene Seroka.

US steel tariffs now include refrigerators, dishwashers

The steel and aluminum content of several household appliances will be subject to 50% duties starting June 23.

FedEx pickup prices to change in August

The adjustments for scheduled, automated and on-call parcel pickups come as the carrier pursues streamlined operations.