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 Ben Unglesbee • July 27, 2023

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 David Taube • 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

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 Max Garland • July 24, 2023

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 Max Garland • July 24, 2023

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

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 Kate Magill • July 24, 2023

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 Edwin Lopez • July 22, 2023

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 Ben Unglesbee • July 21, 2023

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 Ben Unglesbee • July 20, 2023

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 Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2023

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 Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2023

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 Kelly Stroh , Edwin Lopez • July 19, 2023

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 Max Garland • July 19, 2023

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 Edwin Lopez • July 18, 2023

Are supply chains ready for nearshoring?

As companies consider realistic options for diversifying their supply chains, one Supply Chain Dive panelist asked if partners are ready to respond to new changes.

By Kelly Stroh • July 18, 2023

Russia pulls out of Black Sea grain deal, threatening food prices

The U.N. is scrambling to save an agreement brokered at the start of the Ukraine war, seen as essential to addressing global food insecurity.

By Sarah Zimmerman • July 17, 2023

UPS will train managers to help deliver packages if Teamsters strike

The union can still effectively halt operations if a tentative contract agreement isn’t reached by July 31, General President Sean O’Brien said Sunday.

By Max Garland • July 17, 2023

BCMEA and ILWU Canada reach tentative agreement

A 4-year deal was agreed upon, with operations to resume at the ports “as soon as possible.”

By Kelly Stroh • Updated July 14, 2023

UPS-Teamsters negotiations roundup: Employees told to ‘protect’ volume, labor official weighs in

While the company aims to quell customer concerns as the deadline nears, the union is readying its members for a strike via practice pickets.

By Max Garland • July 13, 2023

Sustainable sourcing lacks visibility, posing big supply chain risks

Sole source models and a lack of raw material control are the product of short-term strategies, one Supply Chain Dive panelist said.

By Kelly Stroh • July 12, 2023

Deal to end British Columbia port strike is within reach, Canada’s labor chief says

Minister of Labour Seamus O'Regan sent the negotiating parties a letter on Tuesday, alerting them mediators would soon propose a settlement.

By Edwin Lopez • July 12, 2023

Theo Chocolate restructures operations to tackle rising costs

The chocolate maker will shutter its Seattle manufacturing facility and merge with American Licorice Company.

By Kelly Stroh • July 11, 2023

Manufacturing slowed in June to some of its lowest levels this year

More companies turned to layoffs last month as soft demand pushed manufacturers to cut costs.

By Kate Magill • July 10, 2023

FedEx details capacity plan as UPS strike fears intensify

The carrier will use volume from July 17-21 as a baseline capacity measurement. Shipments exceeding that amount aren't guaranteed to be accepted.

By Max Garland • July 7, 2023