ILWU ratifies 6-year contract

Approval of the contract ends more than a year of uncertainty surrounding West Coast ports and fears of a possible strike.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 1, 2023

Volkswagen revamps semiconductor sourcing as it eyes future supply

The move comes as microchips have become integral to the automaker's supply chain.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 30, 2023

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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

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Procurement changes can reduce supplier emissions

Shrinking Scope 3 footprints can create broad-based change across a supply chain, sustainability leaders AstraZeneca and Philips said in a recent webinar.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 24, 2023

Onshoring semiconductor production to the US is risky. Here’s how to protect yourself.

As chipmakers push to bring their operations closer to home, experts say it’s critical they keep close tabs on critical data and IP. 

By Michelle No • Aug. 24, 2023

Panama Canal delays have shippers mulling freight diversions

Options for cargo owners include longer intermodal routes and alternative lanes like the Suez Canal, analysts say.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 23, 2023

WTO backs US in challenge of China’s retaliatory tariffs

The ruling sided with Trump-era tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, calling China's move against agricultural products "inconsistent" with an existing trade deal. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 21, 2023

4 ways Cainiao is thinking about logistics tech

Group VP and General Manager of Logistics Technology Ding Hongwei discusses future tech opportunities, adoption challenges and falling behind the curve.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 17, 2023

What’s behind the summer of supply chain labor unrest?

From port disruptions to UPS and Yellow's dust-ups with the Teamsters, disputes between unions and employers are a recurring threat to the steady flow of goods.

By Max Garland • Aug. 16, 2023

Who will pay to decarbonize the supply chain?

Some brands are helping their suppliers reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Others are dumping new requirements on vendors without shouldering any of the costs.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 15, 2023

Biden administration looks to boost sustainability in federal procurement

A proposed rule prompts government agencies to buy more environmentally friendly products. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 14, 2023

Honda sales and profits leap as supply chain disruptions ease

The carmaker delivered nearly 45% more vehicles in the United States from April to June.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 14, 2023

Box recycling rate reaches 93% — depending on who you ask

Recycling data accuracy may be vital in the coming years as brands strive to meet their sustainability goals.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 14, 2023

Fashion execs plan more reductions in sourcing from China in 2023: report

Nearly 80% are scaling back, and a record 15% aim to “strongly decrease” their reliance on the country, according to a U.S. Fashion Industry Association study.

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 9, 2023

4 supply chain insights for the second half of 2023

Experts gave tips on economic metrics to watch and how to assess producers’ readiness to nearshore during the live event “Supply Chain Outlook: Trends and Risks To Watch."

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2023

Supply chain issues throw a wrench into school construction projects

Persistent labor shortages and inflation have led initially budgeted project costs to increase from the agreed upon price, one source told K-12 Dive.

By Naaz Modan • Aug. 8, 2023

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 Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 7, 2023

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 Edwin Lopez • Aug. 7, 2023

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 Megan Ruggles • Aug. 7, 2023

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 Kelly Stroh • Aug. 4, 2023

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 Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 1, 2023

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

Yellow ceases operations, bankruptcy expected

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

By Colin Campbell • July 31, 2023

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 Alejandra Carranza • July 31, 2023

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 Edwin Lopez • July 31, 2023

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