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Nvidia forges supplier agreements to expand capacity for AI

The artificial intelligence chipmaker signed deals with six suppliers to scale production of certain components by as much as fifteenfold.

Tesla begins humanoid production in California

Early customers for Optimus robots would use them for industrial applications, such as dangerous, repetitive tasks, CEO Elon Musk said.

WD-40 credits supply chain for $7M in cost savings

The company cut costs in FY2026 through several operational improvements, such as reducing inventory levels, President and CEO Steven Brass said.

UPS gears up for peak season with less Amazon volume in tow

The carrier expects U.S. volume to dip year over year in Q4, but packages from other customer segments are projected to boost revenue.

Kroger taps RFID, computer vision data to boost inventory management

The grocery chain is providing machine learning insights to suppliers to improve availability while piloting radio frequency identification at 1,500 store bakeries.

Inside FedEx’s Network 2.0 overhaul

A facility in a Dallas suburb offers a glimpse into FedEx’s newly integrated approach for sorting and delivering packages across the country.

Audi investing $4B to build its first US plant in Georgia

The factory will have a production capacity of up to 200,000 vehicles a year, with construction slated to begin in 2027 and the first vehicles built in the early 2030s.

USTR weighs extending pause on China-linked vessel fees to January

The suspension is currently set to lift Nov. 9, but the agency said more time would allow the U.S. and China to further negotiations.

USPS to debut weekly fuel fee in 2027, matching FedEx, UPS practices

The surcharge for package shipping services will be tied to diesel and jet fuel prices, which have been climbing this year.

UPS plans 5.9% rate increase on Dec. 21

The carrier's average rate bump will match FedEx's upcoming increase, but UPS also has additional changes in store.

Cycling apparel company unites planning, sourcing on single platform

MAAP joins Walmart, Pacsun and others who have teamed with technology vendor Bamboo Rose to enhance supply chain operations.

Trump eschews tariffs for trade talks on wind turbine imports

Following a Section 232 probe, the president tasked cabinet officials to engage in negotiations and report on their progress within 180 days.

CSX sees rail conversion opportunities from battered trucking market

The railroad is reviewing shipper truckload files to provide service and cost comparisons for intermodal opportunities.

PepsiCo shutters Tennessee bottling plant amid soda slump

The closure comes after the beverage giant's CEO laid out a cost-cutting plan to improve flattening growth.

Trump tweaks Canada tariffs, removing certain goods while adding others

Plywood and certain packaging materials are among the products that will no longer face the 50% tariff, effective Oct. 30. 

Levi’s distribution network transition saga continues to drag

Due to a facility fire during Q3 and the complexity of its SKU mix, the retailer doesn't expect to see benefits from its overhaul until 2027.

DHL boosts US-Asia cold chain connectivity for healthcare shippers

For temperature-sensitive goods, DHL Global Forwarding has added air freight corridors connecting Cincinnati with key hubs in Asia.

Medtech execs share secrets to building resilient supply chains

At AdvaMed’s The MedTech Conference, company executives said they’re bracing for disruption by investing in inventory, scenario planning and their relationships with chip suppliers. 

Ikea accused of harmful wood sourcing in Europe’s forests

Greenpeace International alleges the furniture maker — which has long faced backlash over its sourcing — is falling short in its efforts to protect biodiversity.

Hydro Flask maker aims tariff refunds at inventory, packaging

Helen of Troy plans to spend a portion of its expected $80.5 million refund to clean stock and refresh packaging design. 

Nestlé to close Ohio factory by end of 2027

The food giant will move production to South Carolina, saying it is "the most sustainable path forward" as consumer needs and volumes shift.

Extended peak season drives high dwell times at San Pedro Bay ports

The Pacific Merchant Shipping Association said record volumes in September pushed up the time cargo remained idle, both for rail and truck transport.

Stord expands network with AMS Fulfillment purchase

The acquisition bolsters Stord's presence in key East Coast and West Coast hubs while building upon other recent deals.

Trump’s 50% Canada tariffs challenged in court

A lawsuit filed Tuesday with the Court of International Trade alleges the president exceeded his power in using a 96-year-old statute to impose tariffs.

Apple expands US supplier network for iPhone materials, components

The company added a new titanium supplier and expanded its partnership with an advanced film maker as part of a $600 billion commitment to U.S. manufacturing.