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    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 21 hours ago
  • The FedEx logo is displayed at a FedEx ship center on February 1, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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    FedEx confirms 3 more facility closures for Network 2.0

    Ship centers in Kentucky, New York and Pennsylvania will close in the coming months as the carrier merges its separate networks.

  • U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau participate in a joint news conference in the East Room of the White House on February 13, 2017 in Washington, D.C.
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    US and Canada agree to 30-day pause on tariffs

    The two countries will push back a Feb. 4 enforcement date as they coordinate anti-drug trafficking efforts at their shared border.

  • President of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum speaks in Mexico City on Oct. 3, 2024.
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    US delays tariffs on Mexico to March

    The two countries agreed to negotiate over the next month while collaborating on addressing drug and weapons trafficking.

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    Trump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

    The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.

    Updated Feb. 1, 2025
  • Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to U.S. tariffs on Feb. 1, 2025.
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    Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods

    The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.

    Updated Feb. 3, 2025
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    Whole Foods unveils new code of conduct for seafood supply chain

    The policy strengthens labor protections and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.

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    Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow

    The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here's what you should know.

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    Shortages 2025: Geopolitics, severe weather fuel uncertainty

    Tariff threats, lingering storm impacts and regulatory uncertainty are creating challenges for supply in the automotive, medical and food sectors.

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    PetSmart upgrades inventory tracking to boost in-store operations

    The pet retailer aims to enhance its order fulfillment capabilities by using GreyOrange's gStore platform.

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    UPS SurePost’s Postal Service split sparked by service, cost worries

    UPS executives acknowledged the shift could lead to a loss of customers, but touted upsides in making those deliveries in-house.

  • President Donald Trump stands at a podium while speaking at the 2025 Republican Issues Conference in Doral, Florida, on Jan. 27, 2025.
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    5 questions about Trump’s tariff plans

    Here’s what importers need to know ahead of the potential implementation of tariffs tomorrow.

  • Bangladesh garment workers are seen holding signs in protest for a higher minimum wage.
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    AAFA again urges reform for garment workers in Bangladesh

    Representatives from the trade organization joined VF Corp. and Columbia Sportswear in Dhaka to advocate for improved labor conditions.

  • A UPS driver makes a delivery on June 30, 2023 in Miami, Florida.
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    UPS to cut Amazon volume by more than 50%

    The reduction will occur by the second half of 2026 as part of the carrier’s push to deliver more profitable packages.

  • A panel on upcoming LTL freight classification changes drew a standing room-only audience at SMC3 Jump Start 2025 on Jan. 27.
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    LTL freight classification changes: Upcoming dates to know

    More details on the proposed changes will be released Thursday, kicking off a public comment period.

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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.

    Updated Jan. 31, 2025
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    UPS SurePost changes put shippers at a crossroads

    Rate hikes and coverage changes are piquing customers' interest in alternatives, but contract penalties could complicate volume shifts, experts said.

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    Nearly half of managers predict layoffs in 2025

    Companies may also consider cutting costs by reducing salaries, benefits, bonuses and office space.

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    Home Depot expands fast delivery options with DoorDash, Uber Eats

    The move adds to the home improvement retailer’s delivery capabilities, which also include a tie-up with Instacart.

  • Sean Duffy testifies before senators in Washington, D.C. at his confirmation hearing on Jan. 15.
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    Sean Duffy confirmed as Transportation Secretary

    The former congressman will now lead agencies responsible for regulating vehicle safety and funding infrastructure projects.

  • Multiples rows of homes burned in California fires.
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    How California wildfires are affecting supply chains

    While no major warehouse impacts have been reported, a spike in building materials demand could create shortages.

  • A UPS driver makes a delivery on June 30, 2023 in Miami, Florida.
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    Parcel delivery rates: What 2025 could bring FedEx, UPS shippers

    Delivery discounts persist, but experts say lightweight and heavier packages are vulnerable to pricing pressure this year.

  • U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy testifies during a House Oversight Subcommittee on Government Operations and Federal Workforce hearing on Capitol Hill May 17, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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    USPS’ DeJoy: Consolidator changes will boost competitiveness

    The agency’s previous approach to shipping partners was "foolish" and limited utilization of its network, the Postal Service leader told Supply Chain Dive.

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    Ocean rates drop as January demand cools

    A rebound could manifest due to tariff concerns and continued trepidation about shipping through the Red Sea.

    Updated Jan. 28, 2025
  • Two Ericsson employees walk inside the company’s Lewisville, Texas, factory.
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    Ericsson touts ‘broad-based production’ as tariff deterrent

    The telecommunications company invested $50 million in its U.S. factory over the last two years as it navigates a shifting global trade landscape.