Timeline: To Brexit and beyond. What's next for supply chains?

The U.K. leaves the European Union Jan. 31. It will have until the end of the year to renegotiate individual trade and regulatory agreements with member states before formally exiting the EU and setting out on its own.

By Morgan Forde , Matt Leonard • April 29, 2019

Harley-Davidson's supply chain shifts to mitigate tariffs may be only short-term fix

Executives are more optimistic about the retail environment in the remainder of 2019, but improving consumer trends are cold comfort in a shifting trade environment that seems to get worse for Harley at every turn.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 25, 2019

Steel Dynamics CEO: Quotas 'likely' to replace tariffs

A handful of quota supporters see them as a necessary evil that would stabilize the market after an initial period of shock. But the opponents of replacing tariffs with quotas seem to be more vocal so far. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 24, 2019

Alphabet's Wing Aviation gets FAA approval for drone delivery

The certification marks the first time a company in the United States has been given clearance to deliver commercial goods by drone.

By Matt Leonard • April 24, 2019

In a first, pharma distributor and execs face criminal charges for role in opioid crisis

The criminal prosecution of Rochester Drug Cooperative and its former CEO could serve as a warning to the three largest industry players: McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal Health.

By Andrew Dunn • April 23, 2019

Industry groups call for removal of tariffs after China deal

Last month, White House economic advisor Larry Kudlow told reporters some tariffs may need to remain in place even after a final deal with China. Chinese negotiators and U.S. businesses disagree. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 23, 2019

Alcoa concerned aluminum tariffs will turn to quotas

A quota, CEO Roy Harvey argued, would reduce the available supply of aluminum and cans in the U.S. and reshuffle global supply and demand in a way that favors the suppliers already undercutting American producers.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 22, 2019

Trade commission's much-anticipated USMCA report finds 'moderate' economic impact

The report found U.S. GDP would increase by just 0.35%, and many industries would see little effect, positive or negative, with the trade deal in place.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 18, 2019

EU proposes tariffs on $20B of US imports

The possibility of tariffs sounds a warning bell for U.S. companies with global supply chains that import from or export to the EU.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 18, 2019

Board again delays decision on Port of LA automation project

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti asked for more time on the "complex set of negotiations," in which APM Terminals wants to automate and make the port more competitive, while union workers fear job cuts.

By Matt Leonard • April 17, 2019

EU green lights US trade talks amid tariff threats

The negotiations come at a time of heightened tension between the two trade blocs as they threaten tariffs on billions of dollars worth of products.  

By Shefali Kapadia • April 15, 2019

Agreement on 'enforcement offices' could signal US-China trade war winding down

Recent statements from Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin were much more comforting to businesses operating in China than those simply purchasing from China. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 12, 2019

Auto imports from Asia, Europe could fall 11% under proposed U.S. tariffs

U.S. auto tariffs could result in higher prices for consumers and less volume for ports, according to analysis by Drewry.

By Matt Leonard • April 11, 2019

EU extends Brexit deadline to Oct. 31

The General Secretariat of the European Council noted that negotiations will not be reopened.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 11, 2019

Janet Yellen sizes up the US impact of a hard Brexit

In addition to Brexit concerns, the former Federal Reserve Chair continues to be "very concerned" about the U.S. trade war with China, she said at the Institute for Supply Management conference in Houston.

By Matt Leonard • April 9, 2019

USMCA no closer to ratification as opposition digs in

How a trade deal that should not have ruffled many feathers, by virtue of being quite similar to the deal it is replacing, has ended up ruffling plenty.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 9, 2019

US proposes tariffs on $11B of EU imports

The announcement from the Office of the United States Trade Representative creates further turmoil for businesses trying to navigate trade policy, adjust their supply chains and mitigate tariff cost. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 9, 2019

Businesses on US-Mexico border suffer as wait times jump 500%

Mexico is the United States' third largest trading partner, so any slowdown in cross-border traffic is bound to have an impact on businesses near and far.

By Edwin Lopez , Shefali Kapadia • April 5, 2019

Trump calls for new tactics to fight counterfeits

White House National Trade Council Peter Navarro reportedly called the memorandum a "warning shot" for e-commerce marketplaces like eBay, Amazon and Alibaba. 

By Emma Cosgrove • April 4, 2019

Truck wait times rise to 5 hours as CBP reassigns staff on US-Mexico border

Federal officials announced the Bridge of the Americas port of entry will close to cargo shipments on Saturdays, and President Trump may decide upon further closures this week.

By Edwin Lopez • April 4, 2019

May to meet with opposition party on Brexit

If no deal is reached by April 12, no more short-term extensions will be granted by the European Union, increasing the likelihood of a no-deal Brexit. 

By Matt Leonard • April 3, 2019

IMO 2020 could cause M&A uptick among carriers

Drewry posits carriers may seek to consolidate to achieve greater price stability, especially as scrubber cost and fuel markets make for much more unpredictable waters in the months and even years to come.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 3, 2019

China extends tariff suspension on US vehicles

China's State Council said the decision was a reaction to the U.S. delaying tariff hikes originally scheduled to take effect in March, Reuters reported.

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2019

DOT sends HOS rule change to White House for review

Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao announced last week that updates to federal hours of service rules have been sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review. 

By Matt Leonard • April 2, 2019

Kudlow: Some tariffs may remain even if trade war resolves

The White House economic adviser described tariffs as an "enforcement mechanism" that could help hold China accountable.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 29, 2019