The hemp supply chain has a rare chance to get traceability right

Because of hemp's close relation to cannabis, which remains illegal at the federal level, hemp will likely be closely regulated by each state individually, which presents an opportunity for the industry. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 21, 2018

How the ELD mandate affected supply chains in 2018

Many carriers feared the electronic logging device mandate would permanently squeeze the trucking industry, but capacity appears to be rebounding.   

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 21, 2018

Supply Chain Dive's 10 best stories of 2018

Stories of transformation and disruption prevailed in the supply chain landscape.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 21, 2018

California tackled supply chain labor issues head on in 2018

Golden State courts and legislators took it upon themselves to clear up the difference between employees and independent contractors and hold shippers accountable.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 21, 2018

Federal AV legislation stalls in Congress

After months of negotiations and efforts to pass it, leaders declared the AV START Act dead in the U.S. Senate, with the new session starting in January.

By Chris Teale • Dec. 21, 2018

ELD effects ripple far beyond trucking — to air cargo

The electronic logging device mandate has changed the shape of transportation logistics, with effects spiraling into intermodal freight.

By Barry Hochfelder • Dec. 20, 2018

Econ 101: In turbulent times, supply chains must take notes

Supply chain managers are at the forefront of seismic economic change, often gaining insights and whiffs of market changes before they happen. 

By Rich Weissman • Dec. 17, 2018

FMC will standardize language for detention, demurrage fees

The agency found the fees are a helpful tool to expedite the movement of cargo across a terminal, but the lack of common language around these has hampered their efficiency.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 14, 2018

DOT awards $1.5B for 91 projects across 49 states and DC

U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao called the spending a "down payment on this administration’s commitment to America’s infrastructure."

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2018

Think tank: Employers retain power despite a tight labor market

Consolidation in industries and policy changes have eroded workers' power, said panelists at an event hosted by the Economic Policy Institute and Open Markets Institute. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 13, 2018

How to navigate the 90-day tariff 'cease-fire'

International politics can be tough to predict, but the fundamentals of risk planning will help supply chains weather the storm. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 12, 2018

FMC to create a Shipper Advisory Board

The agency approved the move as it considered changes to detention and demurrage practices and realized the commission's need for regular insight from stakeholders.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 11, 2018

Report calls for gas tax hike and 'miles-traveled' tax

The gas tax has not been increased since 1993 and its Highway Trust Fund, which pays for infrastructure improvements, is predicted to zero out by 2020. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 10, 2018

ONE announces fuel surcharge starting Jan. 1

The shipping line joins a host of major carriers looking to shippers to help foot the bill for IMO regulation compliance.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 7, 2018

Breaking down 'deep concerns' about XPO Logistics

A media investigation into warehouse conditions in Memphis, Tennessee, sparked a storm for XPO and Verizon as regulators look to define who in the supply chain is responsible for managing labor risk.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 6, 2018

US, China agree to delay Jan. 1 tariff hike

Tariffs on $200 billion worth of imports from China will remain at a rate of 10%, as the two nations' leaders negotiate "structural changes" over the next 90 days. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 3, 2018

The Supply Chain Dive Awards for 2018

The awards recognize the top actors shaping the supply chain — now and in the future.

By Supply Chain Dive Team • Dec. 3, 2018

Regulator of the Year: Rebecca Dye, Federal Maritime Commission

Commissioner Dye has spent her career thinking of ways she could push supply chains to be more efficient, with just a "light touch."

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 3, 2018

US, Mexico and Canada sign new trade deal

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will replace NAFTA once ratified by the three nations' legislatures.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated Dec. 3, 2018

Carriers scrap ships ahead of IMO 2020

A predicted wave of scrap has begun among ocean carriers as IMO rules loom and older vessels become more trouble than their worth. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 29, 2018

US will examine how to 'equalize' auto tariffs with China

China charges a tax of 40% on cars imported from the U.S., while the U.S. tariff on Chinese auto imports is 27.5%. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 29, 2018

Drone rules may not be finalized until 2022

Technical challenges, financing concerns and a lack of consensus over air traffic management best practices may push back regulatory timelines.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 28, 2018

Recycling industry petitions to be exempt from ELD mandate

The National Waste and Recycling Association estimates the mandate would cost $117 million and should be exempt from hours-of-service rules due to its drivers' many stops.

By Cody Ellis • Nov. 19, 2018

New fee structure to start Monday at Southern California ports

Southern California terminals will distribute fees for night gate funding beginning next week.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 15, 2018

Tariffs will increase medical supply chain costs by $160M, hospitals warn

In the letter to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce, the American Hospital Association warns tariffs will cause healthcare costs for consumers to rise.

By Rich Weissman • Nov. 15, 2018