The top 10 supply chain stories of 2017

Over the course of the year, we sought out news stories that revealed emerging trends in each aspect of the supply chain. Here's a list of the best stories, per topic.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 30, 2017

South Korea: Hamburg Süd must exit VSAs to merge with Maersk

Maersk agreed to South Korea's demands, but is still waiting for Hamburg Süd to make a decision.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 30, 2017

Federal Maritime Commissioner Doyle to step down in January

The Trump administration must now fill the two vacancies commissioners William Doyle and Mario Cordero left behind.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 28, 2017

NAFTA round 5 saw 'lack of headway,' but plenty of blame to cast

Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs said she is preparing for the worst, as the trade partners continue to clash over "extreme proposals."

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 22, 2017

FMCSA grants ag carriers a 90-day delay to ELD mandate

Agriculture and livestock haulers will not have to comply with the rule until March 2018, as the agency seeks to mitigate the rule's effects.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 22, 2017

Round 5: US loses NAFTA leverage with rise of new TPP

The longest round of NAFTA talks yet kicks off days after a new Trans-Pacific Partnership excluding the U.S. was announced.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 17, 2017

Ports worry tax reform clauses may derail infrastructure needs

Congress is making a mistake targeting private activity bonds in its tax reform, industry groups told the Senate Finance Committee.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 16, 2017

How do you create 5M apprenticeships? 3 practical considerations

While most employers may now be aware of apprenticeships, many still have questions about how to implement them and what they should look like.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 15, 2017

Amazon tells regulators it will not sell drugs

The e-commerce giant reportedly told Indiana and Tennessee regulators it would sell medical supplies from its new healthcare distribution centers.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 15, 2017

Martinez gains initial FMCSA approval from Senate

Trump's nominee intends to personally meet with disgruntled owner operators and small fleet owners regarding ELD implementation. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 13, 2017

Truck-only toll plan hits a snag in Rhode Island

The state's plan to install six tolling stations for infrastructure repairs will not be implemented until Spring 2018.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 13, 2017

USDA works on plan B for agriculture in case NAFTA talks fail

Secretary Sonny Perdue says pulling out of the agreement could have “some tragic consequences” for U.S. producers.

By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 10, 2017

'Hard' Brexit risks disrupting supply of thousands of drugs

A departure by the U.K. from the EU without a trade deal could imperil drug supply chains, a trade group of European drugmakers warned.

By Ned Pagliarulo • Nov. 10, 2017

Maersk, Hamburg Süd deal is inches away from close

China approved the purchase, leaving Maersk Line to wait for just two more nods before it can close the deal.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 10, 2017

Governors, state legislatures concerned about AV START Act language

National associations of governors, mayors and state legislatures wrote a letter to Senators John Thune and Gary Peters asking for clarification.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Nov. 10, 2017

Has Trump kept his supply chain promises? Let's review

Whether or not Donald Trump fulfills his campaign promises as president, his words are enough to jumpstart supply chain managers into action.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Nov. 9, 2017

Small fleets delay ELD adoption as deadline looms

Only 40% of 1,926 surveyed carriers are thus far compliant, while the remainder may rush to meet the deadline, pay a fine or leave the market.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 9, 2017

5 issues to follow, 1 year after Trump's election

Supply chain risk is at red flag levels due to business uncertainty … driven by politics.

By Rich Weissman • Nov. 9, 2017

Have supply chains changed under Trump?

Last year, 48% of our readers said they were optimistic about the state of the supply chain under the new administration. Now, we asked five experts how they feel about it one year into Trump's term.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 7, 2017

UPS deploys manual cargo bikes in Toronto

3PLs continue to tackle last mile innovation while addressing sustainability issues in both North America and Europe.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 6, 2017

DOT to partner with at least 5 cities to accelerate drone adoption

The federal government is accepting applications from cities willing to serve as test cases for widespread drone use.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 6, 2017

Trump pick for FMCSA head will not delay ELD mandate

Outlining his plans for the agency before a Senate confirmation hearing, Raymond Martinez also pledged to reevaluate the mandate's impact on owner-operators.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 3, 2017

Atlas Air takes pilots to court

After a lieu of disputes, the airline is accusing disgruntled pilots of deliberately hampering operations.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 1, 2017

Alaska and Hawaii recycling programs feeling China market effects

A Chinese import ban on scrap shows how foreign trade decisions can cripple U.S. industries, like recycling.

By Cole Rosengren • Nov. 1, 2017

Logistically Minded: Rail freight rebounds spectacularly despite Hurricane Harvey

Despite rail's comeback and a decline in the unemployment rate, Florida and Texas lost thousands of jobs due to hurricane damage.

By Andy Burt , Kate Patrick Macri • Oct. 27, 2017