The Latest
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Tracker
US ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
Updated July 23, 2024 -
GHSP adds VP to stabilize auto supply chain
Ludwing Vergara outlined a four-pronged approach that includes improved cost modeling and closer stakeholder collaboration.
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Orvis taps FourKites for deeper supply chain insights
The outdoor retailer is seeing reduced track-and-trace efforts, among other benefits, from the expanded partnership.
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Sustainability reporting, ESG management roles on the rise: Deloitte
The accounting firm’s survey of 300 executives at public companies pointed to an increase in sustainability oversight as disclosure requirements mount.
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Deep Dive
How a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains
Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.
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HMM, ONE to launch Asia-Mexico ocean shipping connection
The port rotation will start in China and make a stop in South Korea before heading to Latin America.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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Hasbro names new chief supply chain officer
Stephanie Beal aims to refine processes to drive efficiency as the toy manufacturer implements a multi-year turnaround plan.
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SpartanNash to close Maryland distribution center
The grocery wholesaler and retailer is shuttering a facility in Landover, resulting in 141 layoffs.
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Kroger Q1 delivery sales boosted by automation
The grocer is recommitting to automation tech after improved e-commerce results in its most recent fiscal quarter.
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ASCM launches supplier relationship certificate
The program aims to help supply chain professionals build stronger connections as a method for mitigating risk.
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CMA CGM to integrate AI in its shipping operations
The ocean carrier will deploy Google technology to help optimize vessel routes, container handling and inventory management.
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Kroger to add new Ocado technology to automated fulfillment centers
The capabilities focus on efficiency and labor productivity and signal that, despite slowing down the rollout of automated customer fulfillment centers, the grocer’s work with the British company is far from done.
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Helen of Troy reports distribution disruptions at Tennessee facility
The company is working with suppliers to address the remaining challenges impacting customer orders.
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Port of Long Beach nets giant spike in June cargo volumes
The 842,446 TEUs the port processed last month surpassed the previous June record set in 2022.
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5 packaging stats from Amazon’s sustainability report
Amazon fell short on its 2023 device packaging recyclability goal, but it grew the share of products that can ship without added packaging and improved lightweighting.
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XPO launches Mexico+ cross-border shipping service
The carrier's Yellow Corp. terminal acquisitions have allowed it to expand to seven border crossing points for faster delivery times.
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H&M’s ‘green’ financing tool supports supplier sustainability
The collaborative program aims to help manufacturers overcome the funding hurdles of implementing sustainable practices. Here's how.
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USMX says there is ‘forward movement’ to resolving ILA issues
Talks had stalled in June after a local dispute arose over the use of automated gates.
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Bassett Furniture temporarily shuts down manufacturing facilities following cyberattack
Although customers can still place orders and purchase products, the furniture company’s ability to fulfill orders is currently impacted.
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Tech giants seek to improve scope 3 emissions transparency
Leaders of the digital infrastructure climate group iMasons Climate Accord called for using third-party verified assessments for data center suppliers.
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Amazon hits renewable energy goal early, reduces carbon emissions
The e-commerce giant matched its electricity consumption, including in fulfillment centers, with renewable energy.
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Dollar General’s supply chain shift shows promise
The retailer is focusing on scaling back some items and restocking stores faster, executives said during an earnings call.
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Port of Los Angeles to upgrade Port Optimizer after California grant
The nearly $8 million in funds will be used to improve container visibility, truck appointment integrations, emissions reporting and more.
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Dimerco launches peak season charter capacity
The new Shanghai-to-Chicago service responds to expected freight constraints on air and ocean lanes.