Logistics
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Iran conflict snarls 10% of world’s container fleet: ONE CEO
Carriers will begin to reshuffle cargo and prioritize empty vessels, which will impact freight rates, Ocean Network Express executive Jeremy Nixon said at TPM26 by S&P Global.
By Kelly Stroh • March 3, 2026 -
Iran conflict disrupts ocean, air cargo networks
Carriers enacted temporary suspensions and surcharges following strikes from the U.S. and Israel on the country, which could introduce supply chain volatility.
By Max Garland • March 2, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.
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Whirlpool to lay off over 300 at Iowa plant as Machinists try to save jobs
The appliance manufacturer also plans to implement a second wave of job cuts at the Amana facility in the second quarter and move production to its operations in Mexico.
By Sara Samora • March 2, 2026 -
Home Depot launches real-time delivery tracking for large items
Handheld devices used by drivers enabled the new feature for shipments of bulkier goods like appliances and lumber.
By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2026 -
Norfolk Southern, CMA CGM partner on intermodal service
The Midwest-to-West Coast offering aims to better convert long-haul highway freight to rail, a spokesperson for the railroad told Supply Chain Dive.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 27, 2026 -
Deep Dive
3 ways FedEx, UPS competitors are leveling up in 2026
Seeking refuge from the delivery giants' rising prices, many shippers are mulling alternatives. Can better features and coverage make the trend stick?
By Max Garland • Feb. 26, 2026 -
ALAN leader: lessons learned from nearly 20 years of crisis response
Kathy Fulton, who stepped into the role of executive director at American Logistics Aid Network after a tragedy, emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 26, 2026 -
PepsiCo to shutter California Frito-Lay warehouse
The Rancho Cucamonga facility is the latest closure by the Cheetos maker and will result in 248 layoffs.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Shipper purchase orders hold steady despite tariff uncertainty
Meetings with China and the USMCA negotiation could further shake up supply chains, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 25, 2026 -
USPS tests picture proof of delivery capability
Testing is underway in four metro areas, but images taken aren’t available yet for customers, per the Postal Service.
By Max Garland • Feb. 25, 2026 -
Hormel taps Hershey veteran as chief supply chain officer
Will Bonifant will oversee the branded food company’s global supply chain, including manufacturing, procurement, and logistics, effective March 9.
By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 25, 2026 -
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FedEx sues US for refunds on Trump tariffs
The carrier's lawsuit comes after a Supreme Court decision invalidated duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
By Max Garland • Feb. 24, 2026 -
UPS driver buyouts: Court denies Teamsters plea to halt rollout
The decision issued Friday marks a step forward for the carrier's plan to offer separation packages to roughly 105,000 drivers.
By Max Garland • Feb. 23, 2026 -
‘A deal is a deal’: EU halts US pact over Trump’s new global tariff
The bloc said it needed “full clarity” on the United States’ tariff plans after a Supreme Court ruling last week struck down many levies.
By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 23, 2026 -
De minimis still shelved after Supreme Court’s tariff ruling
President Donald Trump reaffirmed the trade tool's suspension and adjusted postal duty rates to match a new global tariff in an executive order Friday.
By Max Garland • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Sponsored by Shipwell
How AI agents are solving logistics’ most repetitive task: track and trace
One logistics team eliminated 98% of manual tracking work in a week. Here's how they did it.
Feb. 23, 2026 -
Sponsored by Qualfon
Is inventory processing time slowing your brand’s growth?
Inventory delays quietly drain cash and slow growth. Learn how induction time becomes a critical financial lever.
By Brooks Golba, VP, Fulfillment & Logistics Solutions • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Trump tariffs
Trump sets fresh 10% global tariff — and plans to increase further
The new duties will go into effect Feb. 24, although the president has since signaled he will raise the rate to 15%.
By Antone Gonsalves , Phil Neuffer • Updated Feb. 21, 2026 -
US, Indonesia formalize reciprocal trade agreement
The pact would cement 19% tariffs on goods from Indonesia, but a Supreme Court ruling Friday puts the deal and others like it into question.
By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 20, 2026 -
4 fashion supply chain trends to watch in 2026
As trade uncertainty continues to strain sourcing, companies will lean on cost-management strategies and AI-fueled efficiencies.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 19, 2026 -
Tech lifts supply chains of American Eagle, Dollar General
Executives for the retailers touted inventory management and distribution benefits driven in part by AI during sessions at Manifest 2026.
By Max Garland • Feb. 19, 2026 -
Hapag-Lloyd to acquire Zim in $4.2B deal
Under the deal, Hapag-Lloyd will operate a fleet of more than 400 vessels, creating a capacity of over 3 million TEUs.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 18, 2026 -
UPS’ 2026 closures will hit Atlanta, Dallas, other cities across US
The carrier plans to shutter 22 facilities with Teamsters members across 18 states this year, according to court documents.
By Max Garland • Feb. 17, 2026 -
AI fueled massive surge in fraud losses last year, study finds
AI fraud has now outpaced traditional fraud, signaling a major shift in the threat landscape, according to the research.
By Alexei Alexis • Feb. 17, 2026 -
Early Lunar New Year spurs air cargo volume boost
The metric rose by 7% in January year over year, but the average spot rate declined by 1%, Xeneta reported.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 17, 2026