Groendyke Transport's 'inflexible leave policy' application violated disability discrimination laws, EEOC says

The lawsuit is just the latest example of the fight between carriers and the labor they hire as drivers seek better treatment and benefits. 

By Lisa Burden , Matt Leonard • Aug. 8, 2019

S&P: 10% list 4 tariffs more damaging than previous 3

Technology firms are particularly at risk, as funds directed to moving global supply chains lead to less money available to invest in R&D.

By Morgan Forde • Aug. 8, 2019

Agreement reached to export more US beef to the EU

If the deal is approved by the European Parliament, annual exports of hormone-free beef to the 28 member countries could increase to about 18,500 metric tons, worth about $420 million.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 6, 2019

Tariff whiplash is already taking a toll on retail

Retailers and brands have been scrambling to source elsewhere besides China, but it's not easy, quick or even possible for everyone.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 5, 2019

10% China tariffs and the supply chain scramble

The tariffs will come as importers ramp up shipments for peak season, creating the potential to disrupt global supply chains and trade flows for the remainder of the year. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 2, 2019

Trump: US to impose 10% tariffs on $300B in Chinese goods

The tariffs will take effect on Sept. 1, and negotiations will continue in early September. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated Aug. 2, 2019

Temp control, traceability top priorities for healthcare supply chains in 2019

Also of concern is an FDA requirement for healthcare supply chains to prove the traceability and verifiability of drugs in the supply chain by 2023.

By Morgan Forde • Aug. 1, 2019

White House backs importing drugs from abroad

The Trump administration's latest drug price plan features ideas Republicans traditionally oppose and breaks with past claims about the FDA's ability to safely oversee importation.

By Jonathan Gardner • July 31, 2019

Carriers ask Panama Canal to push back start date for new toll structure

The Panama Canal has proposed a new rate structure that would take effect the same day as the new IMO regulations. Carriers say they need more time to prepare.

By Matt Leonard • July 31, 2019

CBP to pilot voluntary data collection on e-commerce shipments for security

Customs and Border Protection claims additional data on origin, content and recipient could help it screen high-volume, small package e-commerce shipments for dangerous items and could expedite border clearance.

By Morgan Forde • July 29, 2019

PierPass traffic fee at Ports of LA, Long Beach to rise 1.9% in August

Traffic Mitigation Fees at the ports will increase by roughly $1 to $32.12 per TEU or $64.24 per 40-foot container.

By Morgan Forde • July 28, 2019

Rail service is at an all-time low, shippers tell House committee

The testimony supported the view that under the priorities inherent in precision-scheduled railroading, railroads are more focused on investors and regulators than customers. 

By Emma Cosgrove • July 26, 2019

Trucking groups lobby against excise tax on new trucks

The groups say the fee, which funds the Highway Trust Fund, could add thousands of dollars to the cost of a new heavy-duty truck or trailer, while getting rid of it would allow them to afford cleaner, safer trucks.

By Matt Leonard • July 26, 2019

Harley-Davidson avoids massive EU tariff hike

Had the EU import tariff been approved at 31% and increased to 56% in 2021 as planned, it could have been a poison pill.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 24, 2019

With Boris Johnson as UK leader, analysts see greater chance of a no-deal Brexit

Both Moody's and Goldman Sachs put out research notes Tuesday increasing the risk of a no-deal Brexit as Johnson prepared to takeover the transition out of the European Union.

By Matt Leonard • July 23, 2019

DOL opinion clarifies 'sleeper berths' guidance for truck drivers

The letter reverses earlier guidance that said employers could only exclude eight hours of a worker's sleep time from pay in trips of 24 hours or longer. 

By Morgan Fecto • July 23, 2019

US e-commerce platforms struggle to rein in counterfeit products

The USPTO says application volume has been overwhelming for the agency and has made it increasingly difficult to verify trademark claims.

By Morgan Forde • July 23, 2019

New bill would increase access to capital for small manufacturers

Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, and Rep. Tom Reed, R-NY, introduced the legislation earlier this week saying it will make loans more available for manufacturers and provide incentives for them to grow.

By Matt Leonard • July 17, 2019

Industrial water use down nearly 43% since 1985

The United States Geological Survey credits regulations for the drop in water use in industrial and public supply over the last decade.

By Matt Leonard • July 16, 2019

Port of LA Harbor Commission stands by initial vote to approve Maersk terminal automation

The vote came after the Los Angeles City Council vetoed the board's previous decision to allow APM Terminals to use automated cargo handlers.

By Morgan Forde • July 12, 2019

Commerce Department seeks comment on online counterfeits

The department is looking for recommendations on how best to stop the sale of fraudulent items through online third-party marketplaces. 

By Matt Leonard • July 11, 2019

Textile sourcing from India, South Korea grows with trade war underway

Sourcing from China went up also, but large jumps in other countries are likely signs of buyers seeking alternative supply sources to avoid tariffs. 

By Matt Leonard • July 10, 2019

Long-term contracts leave US pork suppliers out of tariff aid

Many American producers will see no benefit from a government purchase contract since the affected farmers already have long-term contracts with JBS, the processor that won the bid.

By Emma Cosgrove • July 9, 2019

California Senate could hand port automation approvals to the state

The bill says the State Lands Commission, which would take on the task of approving projects, should consider potential job losses when deciding whether an automation project should be approved. 

By Matt Leonard • Updated July 10, 2019

The complexities of 'Made in America'

Maker Katie Stack explains the difficulties of being a small business owner during a game of political chicken over tariffs. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 3, 2019