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Sherwin-Williams deploys private fleet to ease supplier transportation snarls
The paint maker is also prioritizing certain products and formulations "to make the most of the raw materials that are available to us," said CEO John Morikis.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 3, 2022 -
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Railroads say higher volumes, labor constraints present obstacles to better service
Carriers laid out plans to reduce operating inventory and ramp up hiring during an emergency hearing. But executives noted relief is likely months away.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 28, 2022 -
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Shippers press regulators to intervene as rail service challenges mount
At an emergency hearing, shippers warned regulators rail service issues could increase shipping delays and bring new supply shocks.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 27, 2022 -
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Rail regulators propose easier path for shippers to get service relief
Businesses and agricultural producers say missed switches, equipment shortages and major delays have in some cases led to production shutdowns.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 25, 2022 -
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JB Hunt reports rising trucking demand as rail challenges restrict intermodal
Rail velocity prevented the carrier from further capitalizing on high intermodal demand.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 20, 2022 -
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Fewer cars, more locomotives: Union Pacific, BNSF try to clear congestion
A deluge of cargo has Union Pacific threatening to meter traffic if shippers don't voluntarily reduce inventory.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 14, 2022 -
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China backlog, rising dwell times pose threat to Port of Los Angeles rebound
The issues loom as cargo volumes are rising at the port, with more imports on the way.
By Colin Campbell • April 13, 2022 -
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STB poised to decide reciprocal switching rules as shippers, railroads remain at odds
Shippers want regulation to combat service declines. Railroads say it will cause new headaches and potentially more congestion.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 30, 2022 -
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By the numbers: Biden's budget priorities for supply chains
The president's requests to Congress include funding for ports, highways, electrification and domestic manufacturing.
By Colin Campbell • March 30, 2022 -
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Strained oat supply pushes Oatly to raise prices, expand sourcing
Oat production reached near-record low levels following drought conditions across the U.S. and Canada.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 24, 2022 -
Canadian Pacific work stoppage ends as railroad, union enter arbitration
The agreement avoids additional supply chain pain for businesses already beset by rising shipping and commodity costs.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 22, 2022 -
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TL spot rates climb as Canadian Pacific shuts down due to labor dispute
The railroad locked out workers and is halting operations after failing to reach an agreement with the union.
By Max Garland • Updated March 20, 2022 -
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White House plans to launch supply chain data-sharing portal
The Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative, led by the U.S. Department of Transportation, aims to produce a proof-of-concept freight information exchange by the end of summer.
By Colin Campbell • March 16, 2022 -
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Size matters: How Walmart and Target dominated amid disruption, inflation
Both retailers leaned on their scale to get goods on shelves and keep prices low, at least relative to the industry.
By Ben Unglesbee • March 8, 2022 -
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Sponsored by Amazon BusinessHow Union Pacific achieves supplier diversity goals with Amazon Business
Union Pacific Railroad strengthens its commitment to supplier diversity through digital procurement.
By Amazon Business • March 8, 2022 -
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Data sharing, ports and manufacturing: White House reveals supply chain plans
Seven federal agencies proposed dozens of solutions to speed the movement of goods and add long-term resilience. Some carriers are already pushing back at the prospect of new regulations.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 25, 2022 -
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Truck, rail and empties: Efforts to clear congestion at Port of Los Angeles pick up speed
To further improve cargo flow, the port is also seeking to boost truck gate and on-dock rail usage.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 18, 2022 -
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Rail shippers push regulators to adopt reciprocal switching rules
A divisive proposal that would give certain shippers more access to competitive rail options is set for a federal hearing in March.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 16, 2022 -
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Tracking the shift to 24/7 supply chains
The San Pedro Bay ports could continue to dangle the threat of a container dwell fee through this summer.
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Dairy export working group pursues solutions for hard-hit industry
Supply chain woes are costing U.S. dairy companies millions and damaging exporter credibility, according to the IDFA.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 1, 2022 -
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Rail volumes decline as omicron causes staffing problems
Labor constraints at railroads have translated into disrupted service, some shippers say.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 28, 2022 -
JB Hunt invests in intermodal as rail congestion hampers operations
Despite congestion, intermodal expansion goals remain. J.B. Hunt plans to buy more equipment while rival Schneider switches to Union Pacific.
By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 27, 2022 -
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'It's gotten really bad': Union Pacific bumps up security after cargo thefts near LA rail yard
Break-ins used to be a "nuisance" for the railroad, but security concerns have led to plans for barriers and more enforcement, said CEO Lance Fritz.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 26, 2022 -
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Nike says a 'sole train' helped mitigate supply chain disruptions
In addition to fast-tracking product to Memphis by rail, the brand also added several distribution centers and deployed 1,000 robots.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 25, 2022 -
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Deep Dive'Insult to injury': Record rail demurrage adds to shipper costs
Storage fees skyrocketed in 2021 after an import surge snarled transportation networks. The ballooning revenues have shippers and railroads at odds over who's at fault for congestion.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Edwin Lopez • Jan. 12, 2022
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