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EU gives final approval to install US tariff deal

The bloc plans to remove tariffs and begin providing preferential market access for a range of U.S. goods by the end of the month, EU officials told Supply Chain Dive.

Updated June 25, 2026

Walmart plans $8M phase of Texas distribution center remodel

The latest step of the renovation includes installing new electrical and material-handling equipment and is set to begin in August.

Why furniture delivery isn’t part of Ollie’s plans

Customers aren't willing to pay extra for shipping, while free delivery could squeeze margins, the retailer's CEO said.

DOT to launch supply chain initiative, visibility dashboard

The American Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative aims to connect cargo hubs with industry stakeholders like retailers and freight carriers.

Boston Scientific to build Indiana distribution center

The planned logistics site, near a principal manufacturing facility, will handle global distribution of Boston Scientific’s medical devices.

Air freight spot rates spike 41% YoY in May, but relief expected soon

Xeneta reported an April peak to long-term rates while Middle East carrier capacity continues to return, which may ease cost pressures in June.

Grocery Outlet turns to AI to modernize supply chain

The discounter will use Afresh’s ordering technology across its store categories to support its quickly rotating assortment.

Kimberly-Clark credits supply chain for productivity gains

The Kleenex-maker said simplifying its value stream, optimizing its network and scaling automation have been key contributors to a five-year improvement plan. 

Federal court temporarily upholds Trump’s 10% global tariff

The federal appeals court blocked a previous order stopping collection of the duties for two importers and the state of Washington until an appeal is completed.

Ocean shippers frontload cargo ahead of tariffs, fuel concerns

Tariff concerns and higher costs are prompting altering shipping timelines, signaling an early peak, per C.H. Robinson Worldwide President of Global Forwarding Mike Short.

Kenvue Canada saves big on diesel costs with Fuel Transport EV pilot

The Tylenol maker gained 44.7% in diesel savings through a short-haul electric truck pilot in the greater Toronto area.

Tariff refunds may soon cover more entries — but not without a fight

U.S. Customs and Border Protection could return funds by the end of July for finally liquidated entries, although it may depend on an appeal by the federal government.

Updated June 24, 2026

Dell, HPE server supply upended by memory crunch

Despite similar challenges, the two computer makers are using different strategies to battle supply constraints, including passing costs on to customers.

PepsiCo expanding autonomous truck use in its supply chain

The multiyear deal with Gatik will help the food and beverage giant increase capacity in "hard to staff" areas of its transportation network.

Why Fiji Water temporarily operated its own shipping network

The COVID-19 pandemic pushed the company to run a dedicated route until capacity improved. Here’s what shippers can learn from the endeavor.

Burlington bets on ocean contracts to combat elevated freight costs

The retailer is also increasing the amount of product packed and loaded for inbound and outbound shipments, Chief Supply Chain Officer Greg Shultz told Supply Chain Dive.

Inflation jumps 4.2%, spurred by war-induced surge in energy prices

Rising prices have begun to erode gains in real wages in recent years and weaken consumer purchasing power for all goods and services.

Razor reshapes supply chain to weather Trump-era China tariffs

The scooter company went from paying import duties to shifting the burden onto manufacturers, per Bryan Wood, VP of global supply chain.

Novelis restarts Oswego hot mill months after fires

The supplier said it will work closely with customers to ramp up supply, after Ford and other automakers suffered losses from the hot mill outage.

Updated June 10, 2026

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.