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Japan, South Korea trade war escalates with supply chains caught in the middle
Tensions have been heating up between the two countries since last year, coming to a head this week as Japan and South Korea have removed each other from their preferred trading partner lists.
By Morgan Forde • Sept. 19, 2019 -
Trump administration threatens California emissions authority as state continues EV-focus
California passed six EV-related bills this legislative session, but its zero emissions vehicle rebate program could be threatened by EPA's actions.
By Catherine Morehouse • Sept. 19, 2019 -
Industry should advocate for Trump's trade and immigration reforms, says USDA head
The president is agriculture's "best advocate," Sonny Perdue told attendees at the United Fresh Produce Association's Washington Conference.
By Lillianna Byington • Sept. 19, 2019 -
76% of shippers using route, load optimization in sustainability efforts
A survey found the reasons for adopting green initiatives was fairly evenly split between public perception, regulation and cost savings.
By Matt Leonard • Sept. 19, 2019 -
UBS: Tariffs, store closings mean easy pickings for off-price retailers
As other retailers cancel orders, opportunity abounds for stores like TJ Maxx to buy inventory at even deeper discounts.
By Matt Leonard • Sept. 18, 2019 -
Vice President Pence touts USMCA as a 'template' for future trade deals
In addition to touting $33 billion in savings to be gained from cutting "red tape" trade regulations, Pence hinted the agreement, once ratified, could give the U.S. leverage in ongoing trade negotiations with China.
By Morgan Forde • Sept. 18, 2019 -
USMCA promises streamlined shipments and customs — if it passes
Chapter 7 of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement would consolidate data sets and create greater efficiency in brokerage, panelists said at the CSCMP Edge conference in Anaheim, California.
By Shefali Kapadia • Sept. 17, 2019 -
UPS reaches $8.4M settlement with US government for overcharging on deliveries
The logistics provider was accused of overcharging federal agencies for delivery services on a contract with the Government Services Administration.
By Matt Leonard • Sept. 16, 2019 -
EEOC: Union Pacific ignored doctor's opinion of worker recovered from tumor
Employers violate the ADA if they claim an employee with medical restrictions poses a safety risk but cannot show a "direct threat," EEOC has said.
By Lisa Burden • Sept. 13, 2019 -
Trump: US will delay Oct. 1 tariff increase on Chinese goods by 2 weeks
A 25% tariff on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods was set to increase to 30% on Oct. 1 but is now delayed until Oct. 15 "as a gesture of good will," Trump said Wednesday.
By Matt Leonard • Sept. 11, 2019 -
California Senate passes bill making it more difficult to classify workers as contractors
Assembly Bill 5 has divided the industry, with unions relaying support for the bill and carriers in opposition on the grounds it will hurt independent truck drivers.
By Matt Leonard • UPDATED: Sept. 11, 2019 at 3 p.m. -
Manufacturer to pay $1M for terminating workers who participated in OSHA investigation
The court's punitive damages award is the largest ever assessed under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.
By Jennifer Carsen • Sept. 10, 2019 -
Amazon and Wayfair could raise prices to offset tariffs: Bank of America
Bank of America estimates Amazon could have to raise its prices by 2.1% to 2.6% while Wayfair could bump up prices by 4.6% to offset a 15% China tariff.
By Matt Leonard • Sept. 06, 2019 -
NLRB: Misclassifying workers does not violate NLRA
The issue of classification has been a major consideration within the transportation industry over the last few years, as lawsuits indicate employers used the status to skirt obligations such as overtime and meal breaks.
By Katie Clarey • Sept. 03, 2019 -
OpinionWhat US companies should know about expanding manufacturing to Mexico
As the trade war with China continues, more companies are looking south of the border with new interest.
By Sergio Tagliapietra, CEO IVEMSA • Sept. 03, 2019 -
Report: Procurement offices can see 45% cost reduction with digital transformation
Cost savings are only beneficial for a company if they don't also result in reduced efficiency and effectiveness, according to research from the Hackett Group.
By Matt Leonard • Aug. 29, 2019 -
Preparing for Brexit, UK plans $36.6M in grants for port upgrades
The U.K. Department for Transport announced this morning it will allocate 30 million British pounds ($36.6 million) to improve infrastructure at, and connecting to, major ports in anticipation of increased traffic and wait times in the event of a no-deal Brexit this fall.
By Morgan Forde • UPDATED: Aug. 30, 2019 at 9 a.m. -
EEOC: Trucking company used pre-hire test to weed out applicants with pre-existing conditions
Hirschbach Motor Lines' test asked drivers to balance and stand on one leg, touch their toes while standing on one leg and crawl, among other things.
By Jennifer Carsen • Aug. 28, 2019 -
US, Japan strike a deal to end beef and pork tariffs
In a preliminary deal, President Trump agreed to delay additional auto tariffs in exchange for relief from duties on American meat exports.
By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 27, 2019 -
US to up all China tariffs 5 percentage points
This move came hours after China announced tariffs ranging from 5% to 10% on more than 5,000 products imported from the U.S. and valued at $75 billion Friday.
By Emma Cosgrove , Matt Leonard • UPDATED: Aug. 26, 2019 at 10:32 a.m. -
China to add tariffs on $75B of US imports
One batch of duties will begin Sept. 1 and the other Dec. 15, mirroring the U.S. schedule and putting American agricultural exporters in a tough situation.
By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 23, 2019 -
Report: Trade war uncertainty could drain $585B from global GDP
For procurement managers, there is increasing pressure to cut costs as firms brace for an economic slowdown.
By Morgan Forde • Aug. 22, 2019 -
Long Beach City Council votes to study port automation
Councilmember Rex Richardson said the transition to automation at the nation's ports "has a lot of people on edge" and a study could help the city to better understand the impact on local jobs.
By Matt Leonard • Aug. 22, 2019 -
XPO reaches $5.5M misclassification settlement
The average payout will be $935.18 for 3,772 plaintiffs, who accused XPO of breaking California labor laws in a class-action suit.
By Matt Leonard • Aug. 22, 2019 -
US and Mexico agree to tomato truce
An anti-dumping investigation resumed in May when the U.S. Department of Commerce formally terminated a 2013 agreement with Mexico, triggering a 17.5% tariff on Mexican fresh and chilled tomatoes.
By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 22, 2019
