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

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. 6, 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. 3, 2019

What 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. 3, 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

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

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

FMCSA schedules public hearings on HOS changes

The first hearing will be held Friday in Dallas, and the second in September in Washington, D.C.

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 20, 2019

John Deere cuts cost with no trade resolution in sight

The company will look to differentiate investments, improve organizational efficiency and possibly decrease its operational footprint by $25 million in Q4.

By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 19, 2019

UK plans for express medical products shipping service ahead of Brexit

The announcement of the shipping service comes as the government, led by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, steps up no-deal scenario preparations and downplays risks.

By Nick Paul Taylor • Aug. 16, 2019

Maersk: Trade war could pull down container volumes

The carrier's CEO said the newly announced China tariffs could result in volumes dropping by 1% by this time next year.

By Matt Leonard • Aug. 15, 2019

FMCSA sends final HOS rule to the White House

The suggested changes would provide more flexibility to truck drivers' 30-minute breaks and would allow them to split up the required 10-hour break from driving.

By Matt Leonard • Updated March 3, 2020

USTR: 10% tariffs on 'certain' clothing, electronics from China delayed to Dec. 15

Chinese imports not included on USTR's forthcoming list will still face 10% duties on Sept. 1, as President Donald Trump announced earlier this month. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Aug. 13, 2019