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CPKC, Teamsters issued new labor deal by arbitrator
The railroad's represented workers' contract runs through December 2027 and includes 3% annual raises.
By Larry Avila • June 3, 2025 -
Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI
While production rose slightly, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward ahead of tariffs earlier this year.
By Kate Magill • June 2, 2025 -
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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing
The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.
By Chris Casey • May 30, 2025 -
RaceTrac gearing up for Louisiana growth with new distribution center
The $9 million facility will enhance the company’s supply chain in the state and support growing regional demand, the company said.
By Brett Dworski • May 29, 2025 -
Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands
The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.
By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2025 -
Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy
The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.
By Philip Neuffer • May 27, 2025 -
Dole picks Del Monte exec as supply chain VP
Todd Stillwell has held various corporate positions focused on managing logistics networks, direct delivery fleets and third-party distribution.
By Antone Gonsalves • May 27, 2025 -
Shein drops prices following US-China tariff deal
The fast fashion company's competitor Temu also walked back duty-driven increases earlier this month.
By Laurel Deppen • May 23, 2025 -
Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy
The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.
By Kelly Stroh • May 22, 2025 -
Subaru weighs options to curtail a potential $2.5B tariff hit
The automaker’s Indiana plant, which now makes around 350,000 vehicles a year, has capacity to ramp up production, a company spokesperson said.
By Larry Avila • May 22, 2025 -
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Walmart buys 1M-square-foot distribution center in Utah
The previously leased Salt Lake City property features a cross-dock facility and is within 10 miles of a Union Pacific intermodal hub.
By Philip Neuffer • May 22, 2025 -
Stellantis opens automated parts distribution center in New York
The company said the new facility’s technology will speed order completion and delivery times in the Northeast.
By Kalena Thomhave • May 22, 2025 -
Staples conducts fulfillment operations overhaul
The office supplies retailer is implementing a new warehouse management system across its network to support next-day delivery efficiency.
By Philip Neuffer • May 21, 2025 -
Stanley Black & Decker raises prices to mitigate tariff impacts
The company is also making supply chain moves to become more compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement and reduce its manufacturing footprint in China.
By Nathan Owens • May 20, 2025 -
Rite Aid to close 2 distribution centers
The beleaguered drugstore chain will shutter Washington and Maryland facilities in June as it navigates its second bankruptcy filing since 2023.
By Philip Neuffer • May 19, 2025 -
Amazon plans fourth robotics fulfillment center in Virginia
Once completed, the 3.1 million-square-foot facility will join a roster that includes a Virginia Beach site set to open later this year.
By Philip Neuffer • May 19, 2025 -
Utz’s supply chain overhaul helps nullify tariff impact
The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.
By Kate Magill • May 19, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
US signals reciprocal tariffs will return for some countries
The White House will alert countries of their specific rates in the next two to three weeks, President Donald Trump said Friday.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 20, 2025 -
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As the supply chain remains unpredictable, brands look for tactics to remain profitable.
By SPS Commerce • May 19, 2025 -
Walmart CEO: ‘Higher tariffs will result in higher prices’
The big-box retailer vows to keep those prices as low as possible and is leaning into relationships with vendors to respond to a fluctuating market.
By Kaarin Moore • May 16, 2025 -
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Hooker Furnishings to open Vietnam warehouse, exit Georgia facility
The shakeup aims to help the furniture company save costs and reduce its domestic safety stock needs.
By Max Garland • May 16, 2025 -
Amazon reveals new warehouse robots in push to trim manual tasks
The e-commerce giant said it plans to deploy the various technologies in the coming years as it works to boost "more high-skilled work."
By Max Garland • May 15, 2025 -
Crocs yanks guidance, citing trade uncertainty
The company recently joined with other footwear brands to urge the Trump administration to exempt the category from tariffs.
By Daphne Howland • May 15, 2025 -
Honda postpones $11B EV production investment in Canada
The automaker is delaying the plan by at least two years while seeking increased production in the U.S. for multiple models to avoid tariffs.
By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025 -
Lego to open regional distribution center in Virginia
The new facility will expand the company’s operations footprint in North America.
By Kelly Stroh • May 13, 2025