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Deep DiveThe misconceptions in the rare earth supply chain
The problem isn't a shortage of raw materials. The problem is getting them out of the ground — and out of China.
By Emma Penrod • June 17, 2021 -
FMC commissioners back audits of ocean carrier detention and demurrage
One shipper called the fees "unfair" and scolded carriers for profiting off of supply chain challenges.
By Matt Leonard • June 16, 2021 -
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TrendlineThe Supply Chain Dive Outlook on 2021
The early parts of 2021 reveal a continuation of 2020's trends, making it clear the pandemic will affect the supply chain ecosystem long term.
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US, EU suspend tariffs on $11.5B worth of goods trapped in aircraft dispute
Duties were 15% on aircraft products and 25% on non-aircraft products, including spirits, wine, food products and machinery.
By Shefali Kapadia • June 15, 2021 -
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USDA to invest over $4B to strengthen the food supply chain
The agency's investments through the Build Back Better Initiative are part of the Biden administration’s efforts to make U.S. supply chains more resilient.
By A.B. Brown • June 11, 2021 -
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White House supply chain report outlines reshoring ambitions
The document provides a series of recommendations on where and how the U.S. can build up domestic capacity.
By Matt Leonard • June 09, 2021 -
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Deep DiveAs storms become more frequent and volatile, some ports plan for the risk — but most do not
The interconnectedness of ports leave assets such as warehouses, trucking networks and railroads vulnerable to disruptions from climate change and rising sea levels.
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Port of Long Beach waives pollution fee for natural gas trucks as it targets supply chain emissions
The exemption aims to incentivize the trucking industry to adopt cleaner fuels while electric and hydrogen technology scale.
By S.L. Fuller • May 27, 2021 -
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Shipper committee to guide FMC on container issues by year's end
With Daniel Maffei as chairman, the agency will seek advice from importers and exporters while also looking to modernize the Shipping Act.
By Matt Leonard • May 11, 2021 -
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5 freight technologies send supply chains on a greener path
A growing level of shipper interest, along with pressure from the public and regulators, is driving carriers to invest in more sustainable delivery options.
By Matt Leonard , S.L. Fuller • April 21, 2021 -
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OpinionPostal Service does more harm than good by prioritizing package delivery
The timely and efficient delivery of mail is essential for keeping the U.S. economy humming and supply chains efficient, the author writes.
By Paul Steidler • March 30, 2021 -
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Deep DiveThe US has a new trade chief. What supply chains can expect on tariffs and China.
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai recognizes China as "simultaneously a rival, a trade partner and an outsized player," in the global trade landscape.
By Shefali Kapadia • March 18, 2021 -
Congress takes on truck driver shortage, reboots bill to permit under-21s to haul interstate loads
Proponents of the DRIVE-Safe Act applaud its ability to bring young drivers into the workforce, but opponents express safety concerns.
By S.L. Fuller • March 16, 2021 -
Opinion
USPS rose to the challenges of peak, unlike private carriers
"Criticisms of USPS' package business are off base," and Congress should build around the Postal Service's core strength, the author writes.
By John M. McHugh • March 09, 2021 -
FMC, lawmakers meet to discuss container practices, whether carriers violate Shipping Act
One commissioner said legislation and modernization to the Shipping Act might be necessary to resolve ongoing container issues.
By Matt Leonard • UPDATED: April 9, 2021 at 10:13 a.m. -
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FMC: Injecting more containers won't solve supply chain woes
Two commissioners — a Republican and a Democrat — call for cooperation among supply chain stakeholders.
By Daniel B. Maffei & Louis E. Sola • March 02, 2021 -
Biden orders review of US supply chains after a year of shortages, delays
The review will start with understanding where suppliers are located, but experts say that making big changes could require government assistance.
By Matt Leonard • Feb. 25, 2021 -
Shipper, trucker groups applaud FMC on 'strongest step' to demand container information from carriers
The Federal Maritime Commission said failing to follow the agency's interpretive rule on detention and demurrage "might constitute a violation of" the Shipping Act.
By Matt Leonard • Feb. 18, 2021 -
FMC to discuss 'big, huge step' related to detention, demurrage and container returns
The commissioners will meet as ports face congestion issues resulting from record import levels and shippers deal with a container imbalance that is increasing the price of equipment.
By Matt Leonard • Feb. 11, 2021 -
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Deep DiveWhy the empty container math doesn't add up in US exporters' favor
What led to a global imbalance of available shipping containers? And what were the effects on U.S. businesses?
By Matt Leonard • Feb. 03, 2021 -
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FMC calls on Biden to prioritize vaccines, PPE for port workers
Unions and groups representing maritime employees reported nearly 2,000 COVID-19 cases since March 2020.
By Matt Leonard • Feb. 01, 2021 -
US tariffs on high-alcohol wine from Germany and France take effect this week
The new import duties are part of a longstanding dispute about commercial jetliner subsidies that has spilled over into food and alcohol.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 11, 2021 -
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Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao resigns following insurrection at Capitol
Chao said the department will help President-elect Joe Biden's pick for transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg, assume the post.
By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 07, 2021 -
European shippers say ocean carriers broke contracts, call on regulators to step in
Authorities in China and South Korea and the Federal Maritime Commission in the U.S. are also examining ocean shipping practices and container availability.
By Matt Leonard • Jan. 07, 2021 -
FAA: New drone rules address safety, provide more operational flexibility
While the industry has seen a flurry of drone activity with UPS, Amazon Prime, Walmart and others, regulation and investment hurdles have precluded more widespread adoption for delivery operations.
By A.B. Brown • Jan. 05, 2021 -
Short-term freight snags expected as Brexit deal goes into force
Officials expect delays to accrue beginning Monday and affect just-in-time and perishable supply chains the most.
By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 04, 2021
