Food, beverage companies lagging on addressing forced labor risks: report

Top businesses in the sector rarely apply the transparency and tools that prevent forced labor in their supply chains, a new report finds.

By Lauren Schenkman • March 5, 2026

Diesel prices continue upward trend as Iran conflict prompts more constraints

Prices had already been rising for most of the year, but crude oil and shipping routes are facing immediate pressure from turmoil in the region.

By David Taube • March 4, 2026

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Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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Iran conflict snarls 10% of world’s container fleet: ONE CEO

Carriers will begin to reshuffle cargo and prioritize empty vessels, which will impact freight rates, Ocean Network Express executive Jeremy Nixon said at TPM26 by S&P Global.

By Kelly Stroh • March 3, 2026

Prices surge to highest level since 2022 as Middle East conflict escalates: PMI

U.S. manufacturing activity expanded for the second month in a row, driven by new orders and backlog growth, as tariffs and rising oil prices inject uncertainty.

By Nathan Owens • March 2, 2026

Iran conflict disrupts ocean, air cargo networks

Carriers enacted temporary suspensions and surcharges following strikes from the U.S. and Israel on the country, which could introduce supply chain volatility.

By Max Garland • March 2, 2026

Why now is the smartest time to change

Uncertainty doesn’t pause progress. It shows where you need change the most.

By Ryan Upshaw • March 2, 2026

Why sourcing shifts are easier said than done when battling tariffs

Brooklinen COO Rachel Levy outlined supply chain complexities that emerge from using U.S.-grown cotton during a Manifest 2026 panel.

By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2026

Manufacturers look for certainty following Supreme Court’s tariff decision

Industry organizations stressed the need for a more targeted approach to tariffs as the president leverages other authorities to conduct his trade agenda.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 24, 2026

‘A deal is a deal’: EU halts US pact over Trump’s new global tariff

The bloc said it needed “full clarity” on the United States’ tariff plans after a Supreme Court ruling last week struck down many levies.

By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 23, 2026

4 fashion supply chain trends to watch in 2026

As trade uncertainty continues to strain sourcing, companies will lean on cost-management strategies and AI-fueled efficiencies.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 19, 2026

Tariffs, supplier fire continue to batter Ford

Confusion over the start date for auto part levy offsets caused the automaker to incur higher costs than it originally expected.

By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 13, 2026

FedEx launches AI tools to answer customers’ last-mile questions

The tools can be embedded into shippers’ last-mile experience to improve visibility and communication with customers. 

By Bryan Wassel • Feb. 11, 2026

US, trading partners forge pacts to lock in critical minerals

The EU, Japan and Mexico pledged to cooperate with the U.S. on mining, processing and stockpiling minerals essential to the countries’ industries and economies.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 9, 2026

Commerce hits China, Vietnam with duties for molded fiber products

Some producers could face duties of up to 540% on certain molded fiber bowls, clamshells and other products, according to the American Molded Fiber Coalition.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2026

EU renews efforts to advance US tariff deal after Trump reverses threats

The bloc will continue work on the framework pact after U.S. President Donald Trump rescinded plans to enact levies to advance his campaign to annex Greenland.

By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 5, 2026

4 ways shippers can succeed in a post-de minimis world

Negotiating shipping rates and reviewing SKU catalogs can help control product import costs, according to industry experts.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 5, 2026

How grocers are taking charge of food traceability requirements

Walmart and Kroger are among the retailers setting stricter standards that go beyond the federal requirements.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 4, 2026

Manufacturing sector expands in January, reaching highest point in four years: PMI

Orders and production drove the industry’s expansion, as businesses submitted requests to restock shelves or get ahead of tariffs, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 2, 2026

Top supply chain risks and trends to follow in 2026

Explore how tariff changes, key supply shortages and volatile logistics capacity will test network resilience in this roundup of deep dives from Supply Chain Dive.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026

Trump targets countries selling oil to Cuba with potential tariffs

Cabinet members will determine the extent of levies for countries that ship crude oil and petroleum products to the Caribbean nation, per an executive order.

By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026

Supply chain shortages: What’s at risk in 2026?

Procurement teams will be tested by constraints touching critical minerals, memory chips, beef and other supplies throughout the year.

By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 28, 2026

Winter Storm Fern disrupts FedEx, UPS and Postal Service deliveries

FedEx and UPS warned of severe weather impacts at key air cargo hubs, while the USPS temporarily halted live cargo shipping.

By Max Garland • Jan. 26, 2026

Trump threatens 100% tariff to stymie Canada-China trade pact

The president said the levy on Canada imports would go into effect immediately should the country consummate a preliminary trade agreement with China announced earlier this month.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Jan. 26, 2026

Maersk, CMA CGM differ on Red Sea approach

While Maersk made its first structural return to Suez Canal routing, CMA CGM reversed course and routed some services around the Cape of Good Hope.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 23, 2026

Lunar New Year: Shippers prize crucial SKUs over stockpiling

Item-level visibility will help importers know when to move, delay or reroute inventory ahead of holiday closures, experts told Supply Chain Dive.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 22, 2026