Lighthizer 'looking at' exclusion process on 10% tariffs

The U.S. Trade Representative repeated the administration's message of "progress" in trade discussions but emphasized the need for enforcement to hold China accountable. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 27, 2019

Foreign suppliers subject to FDA inspection under new food safety plan for imports

The agency will beef up inspections domestically and abroad, and use mandatory recall authority to limit risks from the 15% of the U.S. food supply that is imported.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 27, 2019

New Colorado law lowers age for interstate trucking

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed into law a piece of legislation allowing adults as young as 18 to operate commercial vehicles for interstate commerce. First, it has to be legal at the federal level.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 26, 2019

Maersk expects trade uncertainty, fuel prices to wreak havoc in 2019

The carrier is in better shape than it was this time last year, but it's the hazy future that makes 2018's gains cold comfort going forward. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 22, 2019

Retailers warn of Brexit-induced tariff hikes

Without a withdrawal treaty between the U.K. and EU, tariffs of up to 45% on "everyday food items" could be coming soon, according to retail groups. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 22, 2019

John Deere's demand forecast in limbo amid trade uncertainty

An equipment purchase the size of a Deere tractor is an investment in the future of a farm, and uncertainty makes farmers hesitant to invest until the climate improves.

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 21, 2019

La-Z-Boy adds surcharge to deal with tariff cost

About one-third of the products La-Z-Boy imports come from China and have been impacted by the 10% tariff that is currently in place. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 21, 2019

Truckers plan slow roll to protest ELDs, HOS rules

The protest will take place in Indianapolis, and the organizers say the timing was chosen to not disrupt traffic.  

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 21, 2019

Maersk strikes deal with refiner to secure low-sulfur fuel source

An adequate supply of low-sulfur fuel is essential to keeping the cost of the IMO 2020 transition in check, as 60% of a ship's operating cost is fuel. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 20, 2019

Honda to close 34-year-old UK plant, shift operations to Japan

The automaker said the decision is due to "unprecedented changes in the global automotive industry," while a labor union blamed the U.K. government's handling of Brexit. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 20, 2019

AstraZeneca adjusts supply chain for no-deal Brexit

The pharmaceutical company will change its packaging, duplicate testing and build inventory ahead of the impending Brexit deadline. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 19, 2019

US-China trade talks resume in Washington

High-level talks begin Thursday at the White House, preceded by deputy talks starting Tuesday. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 19, 2019

Tesla is rushing Model 3's to China ahead of tariff deadline

The Model 3, the company's cheapest car, is not yet available in China and deliveries on preorders are slated for this spring. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 14, 2019

Trump considers tariff deadline extension, may meet with Xi

The potential March meeting between the two leaders is particularly significant because President Trump has said he and Chinese President Xi will work out the final deal themselves.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 14, 2019

Trucking bottlenecks cost millions and they're getting worse

Since last year, truck speeds dropped by an average of about 9% in the top 10 bottleneck locations.

By Barry Hochfelder • Feb. 13, 2019

California sues FMCSA after agency overruled HOS rules

The state's suit alleges that the FMCSA has overstepped its authority in interfering with the meal and rest break standards, claiming that these are not laws or regulations on commercial motor vehicle safety.

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 13, 2019

Retail imports strong ahead of possible tariff hikes

Talks began in December to resolve the U.S. trade dispute with China, but retailers have been preparing for higher costs on imports since last year, according to the National Retail Federation.

By Gary Wollenhaupt • Feb. 13, 2019

Republicans set up lobby to support USMCA

Raising millions of dollars for a lobbying group in support of the deal is evidence that Republicans do not think USMCA ratification is going to come easy. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 11, 2019

FDA pilots track-and-trace tech for drug supply chain

The system is meant to keep legitimate drugs from being diverted off the legal market and to keep counterfeit drugs from making their way into the legal pharmaceutical supply.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 11, 2019

Trump, Xi won't meet before March 1 tariff deadline

Conflicting reports have emerged on whether tariffs will rise to a rate of 25% in March or remain at the current level of 10%.

By Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 7, 2019

Study: ELD mandate may lead to unsafe driving behavior

A new study from researchers at Northeastern University and University of Arkansas found the ELD mandate did increase the hours of service compliance for truckers, but there was little evidence of safety benefits. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 7, 2019

ADM CEO sees end of US-China trade war in sight

A trade resolution would be welcome news to the agriculture industry, hit hard by retaliatory tariffs on American exports such as pork and soybeans.

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 6, 2019

UK to offer simplified customs in case of 'no-deal' Brexit

The changes are meant to alleviate some of the headaches in the supply chain causing concern among U.K. importers. 

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 6, 2019

Trump light on trade, infrastructure details in State of the Union address

The President's comments on trade were short and direct, calling for passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and the lesser-known Reciprocal Trade Act.

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 5, 2019

4 supply chain issues to watch in the State of the Union

It could be a year of consequential regulatory changes for supply chains. Here's what to expect from President Trump's second State of the Union. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Feb. 4, 2019