FMC proposal requires ocean carriers to give shippers more details on demurrage charges

The rule comes after the agency investigated practices into the fees, which are accrued when shippers don’t move cargo fast enough.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 11, 2022

Thailand to ban plastic scrap imports in 2025

The move to curb plastic pollution follows similar rules made by other countries in Southeast Asia.

By Megan Quinn • Oct. 6, 2022

FMC proposal defines ‘unreasonable’ export rejections by ocean carriers

The new rule details criteria for violations under the Ocean Shipping Reform Act and establishes a framework for proving improper refusals.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 21, 2022

White House supply chain strategy shifts beyond 24/7 port operations

Port and Supply Chain Envoy Gen. Stephen Lyons said the initiative failed to gain traction due to the financial costs involved.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2022

Inflation Reduction Act could shift EV battery composition: report

Global markets for critical materials are likely to remain tight. “We expect virtually every commodity to be undersupplied beyond 2025,” new research from BofA Global states.

By Robert Walton • Sept. 8, 2022

Maersk abandons $1B sale of container business after DOJ investigation

Regulators were concerned that a sale to China International Marine Containers would have led to higher prices and less supply chain resiliency.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 30, 2022

Inflation Reduction Act encourages EV battery sourcing, production in North America

The law creates incentives that could require major shifts in critical mineral supply chains for U.S. automakers.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 17, 2022

Plan for inland port in the middle of California’s Mojave Desert gains traction

Local officials signed off on a proposal that developers say could help relieve congestion at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 16, 2022

FMC considers mandate for shipping lines, terminals to share data

The agency is asking supply chain stakeholders for input on whether such an action would ease congestion.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 15, 2022

White House supply chain data exchange doubles in size

Shippers, carriers and logistics providers have begun exchanging data as part of the Freight Logistics Optimization Works initiative.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 12, 2022

‘We have to do something’: Can retail close the gap on supply chain emissions?

The industry is woefully behind on scope 3 targets for greenhouse gases. Data poses steep challenges, but experts say retailers still can — and must — do more.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 11, 2022

Biden signs bill to bolster US semiconductor production

Semiconductor companies are already making plans to expand manufacturing.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 10, 2022

US supply chains need visibility and resiliency. Congress still hasn’t acted.

The baby formula shortage should have been reason enough to advance policy. Unfortunately, it wasn’t, writes Tom Madrecki of the Consumer Brands Association.

By Tom Madrecki • Aug. 9, 2022

Lawmakers seek to ban railroads from raising rates during service emergencies

A bill introduced to address rail service declines would also require carriers to include delivery service standards in contracts.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 8, 2022

FMC proposes carrier data collection plan in compliance with OSRA

The initiative would require carriers to provide import and export data, including tonnage and TEUs, on a monthly basis.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 5, 2022

House sends Biden $52B boost for US semiconductor production

Businesses say the legislation will help address chip production constraints and strengthen supply chains against future disruption.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 28, 2022

Regulators propose two-person train crew minimum

Railroads warn the proposal could exacerbate labor challenges that have stymied their ability to restore service. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 27, 2022

Port of Oakland resumes operations as AB5 protests quiet down

The remaining protesters, under threat of a citation, have moved to "free speech zones" away from terminal gates.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 26, 2022

UNICOR eases the way for companies that contract with the government

UNICOR program helps manufacturers meet requirements in their federal agreements.

July 25, 2022

Oakland port officials push for opening terminal access as trucking protests continue

Protesters were directed to expect compliance with AB5 and stop blocking terminal access, or face citations.

By Alejandra Carranza , Edwin Lopez • July 22, 2022

Port of Oakland closes night gates due to trucker protests

Protests over a California labor law have contributed to a rise in import container dwell times, according to project44 data.

By Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2022

'NO TO AB5': Hundreds of California port truckers protest labor law

The work stoppage has had no impact on port operations, but officials are monitoring the situation, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Colin Campbell • July 14, 2022

Xinjiang import ban creates compliance challenges for supply chains

Companies will need to show any goods linked to the western Chinese region don’t come from a company using forced labor practices.

By Robert Freedman • June 30, 2022

Semiconductor makers urge passage of federal funding bill for domestic manufacturing

Intel and GlobalFoundries say their U.S. expansion plans rely on Congress passing the legislation.

By Matthew Thibault • June 29, 2022

PIE Program offers companies a win-win-win

The PIE Program provides a path for companies to manufacture high-quality, low-cost goods.

June 27, 2022