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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Levi’s updates strategy to cut freshwater use across supply chain, reduce climate impact
The denim manufacturer has a new goal to reduce its freshwater use by 15% across its garment manufacturing supply chain and processing facilities by 2030.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 27, 2025 -
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Sponsored by Arena by PTCMastering supply chain uncertainty: 9 strategies every manufacturer needs to know
Turn uncertainty into opportunity with these 9 supply chain tactics.
Oct. 27, 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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Ford faces up to $2B quarterly hit from Novelis plant fire
The automaker is preparing to boost production of its F-Series trucks with its aluminum supplier coming back online sooner than expected.
By Larry Avila • Oct. 24, 2025 -
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US, Australia sign framework for critical mineral supply chain
The two countries agreed to the multibillion-dollar initiative as China tightens export controls for essential minerals.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 23, 2025 -
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A tale of 3 small businesses: How they changed packaging to mitigate tariffs
As costs rise, companies have explored their options to shrink dimensions or change materials altogether.
By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 23, 2025 -
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Levi’s nears completion of warehouse network transition
The jeans maker will cease simultaneously operating owned distribution centers by early next year as it continues a strategic shift to leasing more facilities.
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New Balance expands distribution network into the West
The sneaker maker opened a distribution center in Salt Lake City this month that will eventually handle all West Coast inbound and outbound volume.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 21, 2025 -
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Nestlé cutting 4K jobs in supply chain, manufacturing
The layoffs will be part of a larger staffing overhaul as the Lean Cuisine maker looks to slash 6% of its workforce and drive $3.8 billion in savings.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 20, 2025 -
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US formalizes tariffs on trucks, buses
Duties of 25% on trucks and 10% on buses begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers — including automakers — may qualify for cost offsets.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2025 -
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Whirlpool to invest $300M in Ohio plants
The funds will go toward facilities that produce washing machines and dryers for the company, which makes about 80% of appliances it sells in the U.S. domestically.
By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 17, 2025 -
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JM Smucker to spend over $120M on Hostess plant expansion
The investment comes as the food giant aims for the 2026 closure of an Indianapolis facility that produced goods for the Twinkies-making brand.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 15, 2025 -
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To move or not to move? Manufacturers hesitant to nearshore before USMCA review
While some companies are using regional supply chains or leaning on tariff exemptions by maximizing compliance, others are frozen in place.
By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 14, 2025 -
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Manufacturers focus on supply chain costs, look to AI amid uncertainty
Global disruptions, including tariffs, are hindering manufacturers’ ability to innovate, according to a recent KPMG survey.
By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 10, 2025 -
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Novelis faces extended production disruption after fire, impacting auto supply chain
The major aluminum sheet maker will keep the hot mill in its Oswego, New York, plant closed until early 2026.
By Antone Gonsalves • Updated Oct. 15, 2025 -
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Calvin Klein parent company names chief supply chain officer
Patricia Gabriel will leave Capri Holdings, owner of Jimmy Choo and Versace, to lead global operations for PVH Corp.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 8, 2025 -
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Tariffs aren’t swaying fashion brands toward domestic sourcing
Ongoing U.S. trade policy uncertainty and the need for significant production investments present industry hurdles, per a 2025 fashion benchmarking study.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 8, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump: Truck tariffs coming Nov. 1
The president is pushing back a previously planned implementation date for the 25% levies, per a Monday social media post.
By Philip Neuffer , David Taube • Oct. 6, 2025 -
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American Eagle eyes 60% cut in tariff costs from mitigation measures
By early 2026, the retailer plans to slash duty costs from $180 million to $70 million through higher prices and transportation optimization.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 6, 2025 -
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Anheuser-Busch invests $7.4M to expand Michelob Ultra production
The beer giant is expanding its Los Angeles brewery as part of a company-wide initiative to upgrade U.S. manufacturing operations.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 6, 2025 -
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Hormel Foods further optimizes manufacturing footprint
The company reported the partial closure of a production facility as part of its Transform and Modernize initiative.
By Antone Gonsalves • Updated Oct. 3, 2025 -
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Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2026
Next year’s trade shows will showcase resilience strategies, technology adoption and talent development as companies contend with tariff volatility and other challenges.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025 -
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General Mills to close 3 Missouri plants as part of supply chain restructuring
The food giant plans to shutter two pet food facilities and a pizza crust plant as part of a multiyear initiative to streamline its business.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 2, 2025 -
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‘Not a good sign.’ Weak demand continues amid tariff uncertainty: PMI
In addition to new orders contracting and backlog orders increasing, the government shutdown adds further concerns for the industry.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 1, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsUS to begin furniture, wood import tariffs on Oct. 14
An executive order from President Donald Trump installs a 25% tariff on couch, sofa, chair and kitchen cabinet imports and a 10% duty on timber and lumber.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 30, 2025 -
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Lilly to build $6.5B Houston factory for its first obesity pill
The pharmaceutical giant is also planning a $5 billion manufacturing site in Virginia, with two more U.S. facilities expected to be announced later this year.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 29, 2025
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