Manufacturing: Page 2
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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‘Losing steam’: Economy stalls amid trade uncertainty
As tariff impacts hit, production output, hiring and inventory levels are flatlining, per Victoria Bloom, chief economist at the National Association of Manufacturers.
By Sara Samora • July 25, 2025 -
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International Paper to close California container facility
The Buena Park shutdown, slated for the first week of August, is the latest in a string of closures that have affected about 2,500 U.S. employees since October 2024.
By Katie Pyzyk • July 24, 2025 -
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.
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Levi’s boosts inventory to navigate tariff, shipping disruptions
The apparel maker also expects ongoing transformation initiatives, including a consolidation of its distribution center network, to further insulate it from long-term impacts.
By Philip Neuffer • July 22, 2025 -
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Yamaha Motor Manufacturing enlists 3PL to manage distribution operations
The recreational vehicle maker is partnering with DHL Supply Chain to boost capacity and improve logistics visibility and efficiency.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 22, 2025 -
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US preps 93.5% tariff on graphite from China
The Commerce Department will determine the final duty rate in December as the Trump administration promotes domestic critical mineral production.
By Philip Neuffer • July 21, 2025 -
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Nearshoring, labor among key manufacturing trends to watch
2025 has brought many changes due to tariffs and other shifts, but leaders should maintain a long-term view, experts said.
By Michelle No • July 21, 2025 -
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Ocean cargo volumes to rebound in July: NRF port tracker
Volumes at U.S. ports are expected to increase by 2% to 2.36 million TEUs during the month following a delay of country-specific tariffs.
By Kelly Stroh • July 16, 2025 -
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Apple, MP Materials sign $500M magnet supply deal
The two companies will also partner to recycle rare earth materials for use in the electronic giant's products.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 15, 2025 -
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La-Z-Boy overhauling distribution network to cut costs
The furniture maker expects to reduce warehouse and inventory costs while optimizing home delivery through the initiative.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 15, 2025 -
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Tariffs shake up global spice market
The Trump administration's trade policy stands to raise prices for vanilla, cinnamon and dozens of other flavoring ingredients used in food manufacturing.
By Sarah Zimmerman • July 15, 2025 -
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Apple promotes a ‘central architect’ of its supply chain to COO
Sabih Khan has overseen planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics and product fulfillment for the company as SVP of operations for the last six years.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 10, 2025 -
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US to levy 50% copper tariffs Aug. 1
President Donald Trump made the announcement days after indicating duties were coming soon for copper and pharmaceutical imports.
By Philip Neuffer • July 10, 2025 -
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Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ wins industry praise
Retail, manufacturing and logistics organizations commended the bill’s tax cuts, lower depreciation rates and the end of the de minimis exemption.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 9, 2025 -
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Mars pursues end-to-end traceability across seafood supply chain
The consumer packaged goods company is partnering with traceability platform Wholechain to better capture sourcing data for its pet food ingredients.
By Kelly Stroh • July 8, 2025 -
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Sponsored by ThomasCarrying forward nearly 130 years of American manufacturing excellence
Revitalizing “Made in America”: Thomas honors a 130‑year legacy, empowering U.S. manufacturers for the future.
By Rachel Zepernick, General Manager - Thomas • July 7, 2025 -
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Nike fights $1B tariff hit with sourcing shifts, price hikes
The sneaker giant has a four-pronged approach to mitigating tariffs that it will implement throughout fiscal 2026.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 2, 2025 -
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US manufacturing activity improved in June, but sentiment remains low
Weak demand and price increases continued last month as a return of country-specific tariffs looms, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
By Nathan Owens • July 1, 2025 -
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Premium Guard opens distribution hub in West Virginia
The auto parts maker’s 377,000-square-foot facility is expected to bolster the company’s North American logistics network for faster customer deliveries.
By Antone Gonsalves • July 1, 2025 -
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‘False solutions’ undermine climate goals at Shein, Lululemon
Fashion companies should embrace electrification powered by renewable energy to more effectively cut emissions in apparel supply chains, per NewClimate Institute.
By Lauren Schenkman • July 1, 2025 -
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JM Smucker plans tariff-driven price hike for coffee
The food and beverage company faces import fee exposure in direct materials, product exports and capital items used in manufacturing.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 26, 2025 -
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Standard Motor Products opens new Kansas distribution center
The Shawnee facility will boost turnaround times for fast-moving products, per the aftermarket auto parts supplier, which also plans to close a nearby site.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 26, 2025 -
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Cargill invests $90M to automate Colorado beef plant
The technology will help preserve more meat per cow as the U.S. experiences a significant cattle shortage.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 24, 2025 -
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Clorox to replace 25-year-old tech with new ERP
The household products manufacturer is building inventory at its retailers as a buffer while it transitions its system.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 23, 2025 -
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Lucid’s strategy to strengthen supply chain means using fewer parts
"Doing more with less is at the heart of sustainability and at the heart of resilience," VP of Engineering James Hawkins said.
By Larry Avila • June 23, 2025 -
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Sponsored by ArenaHow digital collaboration builds resilient supply chains in high-tech manufacturing
Explore how digital collaboration enhances supply chain agility and resilience in high tech.
By George Lewis • June 23, 2025
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