Risk and Resilience: Page 3
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3 Port of Oakland terminals reopen following union walkout
The action by ILWU Local 34, which led to daytime closures, was independent of broader union efforts.
By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 3, 2022 -
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Deep DiveESG backlash unlikely to derail SEC proposal requiring climate risk disclosures
One expert said the agency has "vastly underestimated" the amount of money needed for businesses to comply.
By Jim Tyson • Nov. 3, 2022 -
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TrendlineThe Supply Chain Outlook for 2023
After more than two years of nonstop disruption, will this be the year supply chains finally reach normalcy?
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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 Salgado • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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TrackerRail 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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Rail labor negotiationsShippers 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 -
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Rail labor negotiationsA 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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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OpinionRailroads 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 -
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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 Salgado • Oct. 13, 2022 -
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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 -
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Deep DiveHow 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 -
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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 -
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Rail labor negotiationsRailroads 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 -
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Sponsored by ProtivitiCreating 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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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
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