P&G to offset rising costs with price increases, productivity initiatives

The actions come as the CPG prepares to unveil a new procurement and operations plan, dubbed Supply Chain 3.0, later this month.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 2, 2022

Rail labor negotiations: Tracking the path to ratification

A strike or lockout was avoided after Congress intervened to impose an agreement. Here’s how we got there.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Dec. 2, 2022

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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

Shippers urge Biden to prevent potential rail shutdown

Over 300 trade associations signed a letter asking the president to prevent a strike or lockout.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 28, 2022

A second rail union rejects labor deal over paid sick leave

The Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen and their employers agreed to avoid service disruptions until December as part of a "status quo" period.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 27, 2022

Hurricane Ian damage largely spares supply chains

Although some businesses will see delays, the disruption isn't expected to compare to the Texas deep freeze last February.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 18, 2022

EPA to speed review of new chemicals for electric vehicles

The move is in line with the Biden administration’s focus on boosting domestic output of lithium and rare earth minerals.

By Larry Pearl • Oct. 18, 2022

Railroads should give workers the benefits they seek

It's time to get freight rail back on track with a stable workforce and improved service, writes the National Association of Chemical Distributors.

By Eric R. Byer • Oct. 17, 2022

CMA CGM offers shippers sustainability incentives to speed container flow

The program provides 2.5 tons of carbon credits for each box returned early as major ports threaten fees on long-dwelling cargo.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 13, 2022

Honda battery plant set for Ohio, part of ‘EV hub’

A joint venture with LG Energy Solution will invest up to $4.4 billion to scale electric vehicle production.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 12, 2022

How the trucking industry is helping feed a million Floridians after Hurricane Ian

Operation BBQ Relief drew volunteer drivers from across the country to deliver much-needed food supplies in the storm’s aftermath.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 12, 2022

Product quality issues hamper Conagra in Q1

The CPG was forced to pause manufacturing on multiple lines when certain goods did not meet specifications.

By Megan Ruggles • Oct. 11, 2022

Railroads back to bargaining table after large union rejects labor agreement

The National Railway Labor Conference, which is representing railroads in negotiations, said that "failed ratification does not present risk of an immediate service disruption.”

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 11, 2022

Creating a more flexible and resilient supply chain starts with identifying key risk exposures

With access to the right expertise and advanced technology, organizations can develop a meaningful action plan for rethinking their supply chain.

Oct. 10, 2022

FedEx Express pilots union eyes speedy mediation process, but is ‘not going to settle’

The union hopes to negotiate improvements to its pension plan, Capt. Chris Norman told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2022

Florida orange crop faces ‘significant damage’ from Hurricane Ian

The storm ripped fruit from trees and flooded groves, threatening to worsen what was already expected to be a record-low harvest.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 6, 2022

Inflation Reduction Act heats up market for critical metals in EV batteries

The U.S. “is far behind other nations — even Europe, but especially China — in manufacturing batteries," one expert said.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 5, 2022

Carriers work to restore service after Hurricane Ian

The storm ripped through Florida last week and halted delivery and transportation operations. Some areas still have service suspensions in place.

By Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2022

Inflation, supply chain woes weigh on spice maker McCormick

The flavorings giant is among a handful of food and beverage firms reporting business challenges in a volatile economic environment.

By Christopher Doering • Oct. 3, 2022

Ian prompts port, rail closures as it barrels toward the Carolinas

Terminals closed as hurricane-force winds are expected to batter the Southeast coast.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 30, 2022

UPS, FedEx and USPS suspend some services as Hurricane Ian hits Florida

Hundreds of ZIP codes and cities are affected as the hurricane’s landfall on Wednesday led to flooding and destruction in the southwest part of the state.

By Max Garland • Sept. 29, 2022

Ford breaks ground on $5.6B EV ‘mega campus’

The facility is part of the automaker’s plan to meet electric vehicle production targets by exerting greater control over its supply chain.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 27, 2022

Beam Suntory to invest $400M in sustainable expansion of Jim Beam distillery

The project will increase the Kentucky facility’s capacity by 50%, while cutting its greenhouse gas emissions in half. 

By Christopher Doering • Sept. 27, 2022

GM partnership looks to develop EV battery recycling supply chain

The automaker's partnership with Lithion Recycling will focus on R&D and validating recovered materials for reuse in new units.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 23, 2022

Ford searches for chief supply chain officer after supplier costs mount

The automaker is restructuring operations after reporting that tens of thousands of vehicles will be built with parts missing due to supply constraints. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 22, 2022

Bio-based packaging companies say mushrooms and seaweed are the next alternatives to plastic

Supply chains are still warming up to “bioregenerative” packaging that uses renewable, compostable materials with the same properties as plastic.

By Megan Quinn • Sept. 22, 2022