Risk and Resilience: Page 15


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    Bankrupt AeroCision looks to pay suppliers $5M

    The aerospace parts maker filed for Chapter 11 last week after it buckled under revenue shortfalls, rising costs and supply chain disruptions. 

    By Aug. 7, 2023
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    Canada’s West Coast ports get 4-year labor deal after union ratification

    Now, ports and dockworkers must work to regain trust from trading partners, federal officials said.

    By Aug. 7, 2023
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    Trendline

    Sustainable supply chains

    Amid pressure from consumers, investors and governments, companies are scrambling to measure and reduce the impact of their supply chains on the world.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    GM blames automation supplier for EV production delays

    CEO Mary Barra said the third-party issue caught the automaker by surprise, but it's "not walking away" from its 400,000 EV production target.

    By Aug. 7, 2023
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    General Dynamics sees greater supplier predictability, catch-up compliance

    The aerospace and defense giant delivered 24 Gulfstream aircraft in Q2 and aims to deliver 27 in Q3.

    By Aug. 4, 2023
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    Pratt & Whitney recalls hundreds of airline engines

    Airbus’ A320neo family is the most impacted by the inspection program, though current deliveries are expected to remain on pace.

    By Aug. 1, 2023
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    Walmart aims for sustainable clothing in its supply chain

    A test with Rubi Laboratories seeks to integrate carbon capture technology to produce affordable apparel from the emissions.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 1, 2023
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    Yellow ceases operations, bankruptcy expected

    The third-largest LTL carrier posted notifications to customers and employees at terminals Sunday.

    By July 31, 2023
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    Labor Department launches program to reduce warehouse injuries

    Injury rates in storage and distribution facilities are higher than the national average, the department said.

    By July 31, 2023
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    Canada’s West Coast ports get new tentative deal after union rejection

    ILWU Canada members voted to reject a tentative deal last week due to safety, wellbeing and work jurisdiction concerns. But by Sunday, stakeholders had found a new settlement.

    By July 31, 2023
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    Workers say surveillance makes them less productive — if they know about it

    While employers have sought surveillance to improve remote productivity, various studies and surveys indicate that such monitoring could be counterproductive.

    By Kathryn Moody • July 28, 2023
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    Bankrupt Incora tries to wrench shipments from holdout supplier

    The aerospace supply chain specialist said the unfulfilled purchase orders could “create a chain reaction effect on other contracts and operations.”

    By July 27, 2023
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    Why supply chain execs should watch the US housing market

    Supply Chain Dive panelists offered varying takes on whether the U.S. economy is headed for a bumpy landing or not.

    By July 26, 2023
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    Fashion brands still have work to do on supply chain transparency: report

    The Fashion Transparency Index found major brands are lacking in progress when it comes to disclosing details of their suppliers, policies and more.

    By Laurel Deppen • July 26, 2023
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    Deep Dive // 2023 UPS-Teamsters negotiations

    Why some UPS shippers haven’t diverted volume even as a potential strike looms

    As many businesses firm up contingency plans, others are maintaining their current delivery activity with UPS, according to parcel shipping experts.

    By July 24, 2023
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    FedEx Express pilots reject tentative contract agreement

    The company said the results have no impact on service, and negotiators will eventually return to the bargaining table.

    By July 24, 2023
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    Uncertainty around UPS is ‘kryptonite’ to supply chains, trade group warns

    The Retail Industry Leaders Association on Wednesday urged the carrier and the Teamsters, whose contract expires July 31, to get a deal done quickly.

    By Daphne Howland • July 24, 2023
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    Energy Department offers $32M for critical mineral supply chains

    The Biden administration is looking to develop production sites to extract materials such as lithium and cobalt from coal-based sources.

    By July 24, 2023
  • ILWU Local 500 members pose for an aerial photo at Port of Vancouver's Neptune Terminals on July 5, 2023, as part of ILWU Canada's strike.
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    ILWU Canada leaders to recommend approval of tentative West Coast port labor deal

    The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association, said Friday that they expect members will be able to vote on a deal in the coming week.

    By July 22, 2023
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    Temu accuses Shein of monopolizing suppliers

    The ultra-fast fashion company alleged that its rival has forced exclusive agreements and “loyalty oaths" on manufacturers in the sector. 

    By July 21, 2023
  • A worker uses a shovel to move the raw material for the manufacture of lithium carbonate at the Llipi pilot Planton August 14, 2022 in Uyuni, Bolivia.
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    Volkswagen overhauls human rights due diligence in materials supply chain

    The automaker has deepened its analysis and taken part in several responsible sourcing initiatives as it works to comply with a new German law targeting abuses in supply chains. 

    By July 20, 2023
  • ILWU Local 500 members pose for an aerial photo at Port of Vancouver's Neptune Terminals on July 5, 2023, as part of ILWU Canada's strike.
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    Canada West Coast port longshore workers resume strike

    Maritime employers had already ratified a deal when an ILWU Canada division rejected it, leading longshore workers to again walk off the job on Tuesday.

    By July 19, 2023
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    ILWU Canada revokes July 22 strike notice

    “The past 24 hours have demonstrated that this continues to be a fluid and unpredictable situation,” the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association said of the news.

    By July 19, 2023
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    ILWU Canada to strike this weekend after Tuesday stoppage ruled illegal

    The renewed strike action comes after the ILWU received a cease and desist from the Canada Industrial Relations Board after failing to provide sufficient notice.

    By , July 19, 2023
  • Amanda Eversole loads a package car at the UPS Centennial Ground Hub on December 6, 2021 in Louisville, Kentucky.
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    2023 UPS-Teamsters negotiations

    UPS, Teamsters to resume contract negotiations next week

    A return to the bargaining table is welcome news for shippers, as the union says it will strike Aug. 1 if a tentative deal isn't reached.

    By July 19, 2023
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    How Canada’s West Coast port labor negotiations unfolded: a timeline

    The saga included a 13-day strike, an illegal work stoppage, a voted-down proposed settlement and two tentative deals before parties ratified a 4-year contract.

    By July 18, 2023