Manufacturing
Manufacturing sector news can be a leading indicator for supply chain managers looking for information about supplier capacity, production challenges, inventory tactics, and other operations trends. Are you a manufacturing executive looking for further coverage of the sector? See our sister publication manufacturingdive.com.
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GE Aerospace trims lead times by 60%
The aircraft engine manufacturer consolidated processes and cut distance traveled during the quarter, leading to a jump in F110 deliveries in Q2.
By Phil Neuffer • July 31, 2026 -
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Johnson & Johnson embarks on supply chain restructuring
The project, which is largely tied to the innovative medicine segment, will see the company exit certain facilities and incur costs of up to $750 million.
By Phil Neuffer • July 31, 2026 -
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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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General Motors drives toward supply chain resiliency
The automaker is upping its domestic production investments while securing memory supply to shield rising commodity and logistics costs.
By Phil Neuffer • July 30, 2026 -
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Fashion brands plan to consolidate sourcing over next 2 years
Companies are maintaining the geographic diversity they already have while prioritizing flexibility and compliance rigor, per a 2026 fashion benchmarking study.
By Kelly Stroh • July 29, 2026 -
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Cup Noodles maker taps AI to sharpen planning, reduce costs
Nissin Foods expects to record increased fill rates and improved forecasting accuracy by using an AI-powered demand and supply planning tool.
By Phil Neuffer • July 29, 2026 -
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Gap meets 2025 fabric sourcing goals, emissions cuts uneven
The retailer procured 100% of its cotton from sustainable sources in fiscal 2025, but certain emissions increased from the prior year, per its annual environmental report.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 28, 2026 -
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Iran war escalation rankles plastic supply chains
July fighting squashed the promise of a June ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz reopening, creating a “stop-start recovery” for the flow of virgin materials as prices rise.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated July 24, 2026 -
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Conagra to invest $125M in supply chain resilience
The food manufacturer intends to maintain high service levels, reassess its product mix and reduce days of inventory, executives said.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 24, 2026 -
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TSMC makes another $100B US investment
The funding will result in four additional advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, bringing the company’s total in the U.S. to 12, the National Institute of Standards and Technology said.
By Jeff Kinney • July 23, 2026 -
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Mondelēz shows uneven gains on 2025 sustainable sourcing goals
The Oreo and Ritz maker reported 100% certified sourcing for palm oil and cocoa.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 23, 2026 -
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Trump tariffsTrump maps out 200% tariffs for generic pharmaceuticals
The president said Tuesday he would maintain duty-free treatment for qualifying goods the next two years before hiking the tariffs in ensuing years.
By Phil Neuffer • July 22, 2026 -
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JM Smucker snags Hershey exec as SVP of operations, supply chain
Douglas Guilherme will step into the role on July 29 with over 30 years of experience, including stints at the chocolate maker and Procter & Gamble.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated July 21, 2026 -
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JBS axes 2040 net-zero goal, citing ‘immense’ execution challenges
The meat giant will no longer aim to achieve net-zero greenhouse emissions across its supply chain by 2040 and has also dropped scope 3 reduction targets.
By Zoya Mirza • July 21, 2026 -
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WD-40 hit with 100% spike in some sourcing costs from Iran war
The maintenance and household products maker said effects from the conflict strained its supply chain last quarter.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 20, 2026 -
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Ransomware attack forces Coca-Cola to suspend US production at dairy unit
The beverage company is still working to determine the full scope of the breach at its Fairlife business.
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‘Always-on’ supply chains are becoming the norm, experts say
Manufacturers and retailers that moved early on their digital transformations and automation strategies are starting to reap the benefits, experts said at Supply Chain Dive’s outlook event.
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Renfro broadens AI tools for tighter supply chain compliance
The sock and legwear maker plans to expand its use of Inspectorio products to better manage regulatory needs and measure supplier performance.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 16, 2026 -
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Levi’s builds toward unified ERP system by mid-2027
The apparel brand recently migrated its Asia and Beyond Yoga business operations to a single platform that it first rolled out in North America.
By Phil Neuffer • July 16, 2026 -
Osprey brand owner says high supply chain costs are outpacing IEEPA tariff refunds
Helen of Troy CFO Brian Grass said there has not been a reliable pattern to the reimbursements, making it difficult to plan investments and offset supply disruptions.
By Phil Neuffer • July 15, 2026 -
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Marzetti taps Schwan supply chain head for CSCO
Mark Carter will oversee the speciality food maker's continued efforts to simplify its network and improve productivity.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 14, 2026 -
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PepsiCo improves sustainable sourcing, delays emissions reporting
The company reported a four percentage point increase in sustainably sourced ingredients in 2025 but will release Scope 3 emissions metrics later this summer.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated July 14, 2026 -
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Mars to close Nature’s Bakery plant, lay off 345 workers
The closure comes a year after the brand opened a new $237 million production facility to keep up with demand.
By Laurel Deppen • July 14, 2026 -
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General Mills plans supply chain revamp as part of $3B cost-cutting effort
The upgrade is critical because the consumer packaged goods company’s current network was built for a lower-volume era, executives said.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 13, 2026 -
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Tariff exemptions: Ford, Nestlé and others seek relief from proposed levies
Companies are urging the Trump administration to protect additional imports from potential Section 301 levies due to a lack of domestic availability.
By Phil Neuffer , Max Garland • Updated July 13, 2026 -
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Trump chooses trade talks over tariffs after aircraft probe
Cabinet officials will report to the president within six months about trade negotiations to address imports of commercial aircraft, jet engines and parts.
By Phil Neuffer • July 10, 2026
