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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 U.S.
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Amazon expanding program in which items ship without added packaging
The company can help sellers redesign products' packaging so they can be delivered to customers in their own branded container only.
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Union Pacific speeds up cross-border intermodal transit times
Railroads are seeking competitive advantages like faster service to secure business from the rising nearshoring wave.
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FedEx isn’t worried about the US Postal Service’s lack of peak season fees
The vast majority of FedEx shippers aren't on the hook for holiday surcharges because they don't have enough volume to qualify, an executive said.
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Walmart GoLocal teams up with air cargo platform for faster transit times
The SmartKargo partnership expands the delivery service's capabilities for retailers and e-commerce companies.
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Macy’s supplier diversity program seeks applications for 2024 class
Established in 2011, The Workshop at Macy’s program has supported over 220 graduate brands as the retailer tries to increase representation in its vendor base.
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Rent the Runway secures new UPS deal to reduce transportation costs
Through the agreement reached last month, UPS will handle most of the online apparel rental company’s shipping needs.
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Chick-fil-A expands supply chain footprint with North Carolina distribution center
The 120,000-square-foot facility, owned by the restaurant chain’s distribution subsidiary, is slated to open in Q3 2024.
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MycoWorks begins production of mushroom biofiber at new South Carolina facility
The factory could produce millions of square feet of the firm’s leather alternative material each year.
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How concentrated volumes are driving parcel carrier reliability this holiday season
Consolidated fulfillment facilities and data analysis can help carriers prepare for peak period, Supply Chain Dive panelists said.
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Auto supplier BorgWarner warns of potential impact if UAW strike expands
For now the manufacturer expects modest effects as a handful of plants at the Big Three automakers stand idle. But that could worsen if workers at other plants strike.
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FedEx gains volume from UPS labor talks, Yellow bankruptcy in Q1
The carrier added 400,000 more packages a day by August's end as shippers fretted over a potential UPS strike.
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UAW workers strike Mercedes-Benz supplier in Alabama
The United Auto Workers’ negotiations with the ZF Group plant in Tuscaloosa are local but part of a larger UAW push for better pay and benefits.
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Port of Oakland cargo volumes drop 15% in August
Shippers are still adjusting shipments to match current demand, a port executive said.
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Kroger makes local sourcing pledge tied to Albertsons merger
The grocery giant said it will increase local sourcing by 10% once the proposed mega-merger closes.
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Port Houston container volumes decrease 20% in August
The drop marks the highest decline of the year so far, but follows a record August 2022 and July 2023.
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Furniture-maker Noble House falls into bankruptcy, owes overseas suppliers millions
The company, which sells to some of the largest U.S. retailers, suffered from rising costs and disruptions in its supply chain.
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August air cargo spot rates hit lowest level since pandemic
Falling rates amid soft demand are dampening airlines’ hopes of a peak season, according to Clive Data Services.
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Hershey’s first chief technology officer is an Amazon veteran
Deepak Bhatia brings expertise in automation, supply chain and artificial intelligence to the maker of Reese’s and Kisses.
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UAW strike: How auto supply chain managers can mitigate disruption
Industry experts said to focus on supplier health, visibility and relationships to navigate any risks spurred by the Union’s work stoppage.
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Walmart wants employees to make more last-mile deliveries
The number of deliveries currently made by company associates is small compared to what's handled by independent contractors.
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US Postal Service won’t levy peak surcharges this holiday season
Agency officials credited more workers moving into career positions and network investments as to why the added fees are no longer needed.
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Atlanta construction exec deals with supply chain snarls
DPR Construction's Kali Bonnell said they are seeing long lead times for transformers, generators and select wiring and tubing.
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Port of Los Angeles sees the first volume increase in 13 months
Container volumes at the port were up 3% YoY in August.
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DHL eCommerce opens consolidated distribution center near CVG airport
The $74 million facility is part of the company’s five-year growth plan as it looks to automate its U.S. facilities and increase its network footprint.
