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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 Oct. 15, 2024
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    Dick’s Sporting Goods bolsters production, sourcing tech

    The sports retailer aims to increase supplier engagement and reliability as well as monitor production processes through Inspectorio’s AI-powered platform.

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    USPS looks to end dual shipping labels

    The agency submitted a proposal to eliminate the practice as it transforms its relationships with shipping partners like UPS and DHL.

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    Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn

    The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.

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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 6 hours ago
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    Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions

    One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks. 

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    As FedEx and UPS surcharges grow, competitors see an opportunity

    Added fees from the delivery giants are clashing with heightened shipping discounts, but customers have options to limit the impact, experts say.

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    Volkswagen opens port facility in Texas

    Up to 140,000 vehicles for Volkswagen and its brands like Audi and Porsche will be processed annually at Port Freeport to support central and western U.S. dealers.

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    Retrieved from Exxel Outdoors on October 14, 2024
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    Outdoor gear manufacturer shifts distribution operations to Mississippi

    Exxel Outdoors’ multimillion-dollar relocation project places its U.S. warehouse facility closer to its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama.

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    DoorDash expands grocery delivery partnerships

    The company continues to link up with regional and specialty grocers as it bolsters its delivery services beyond restaurants.

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    Wesco taps Relex to upgrade supply chain operations

    The Midwest convenience store chain plans to integrate the automation technology across 55 of its stores.

  • A pharmacy technician grabs a bottle of drugs off a shelve at the central pharmacy of Intermountain Heathcare.
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    FDA outlines new Drug Supply Chain Security Act exemptions

    Several groups have been granted additional time to comply with the more than 10-year-old legislation. 

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    Trucking contract rates rise ahead of peak season

    A key measure made some recent gains as carriers seek to ward off further declines.

  • An aerial view of a marine terminal full with ocean containers in Baltimore.
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    The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?

    While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.

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    C&S Wholesale Grocers’ chief procurement officer retires

    SVP of Procurement Andrew Connell is taking over responsibilities for procurement, demand planning and inbound planning as Michael Papaleo leaves the company. 

  • DHL Supply Chain plans to hire 12,000 seasonal warehouse associates to help handle the traditional peak holiday season.
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    DHL Supply Chain cuts headcount in Wisconsin

    The plant closure, slated for next year, will impact more than 30 employees.

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    Courtesy of Shinhwa Auto USA Corp.

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    Automotive supply chains can benefit from sourcing alliances. Here’s why.

    Collaborations can lower procurement costs and drive operational change, but experts say aligning objectives and cost structures are key to success.

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    Pitney Bowes launches e-commerce shipping platform

    In a crowded field, the company believes ShipAccel's ability to easily evolve as a user's business grows is a competitive differentiator.

  • Two vehicles travel down a flooded roadway in Punta Gorda, Florida.
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    Hurricane Milton’s supply chain impact: What to know

    As of Thursday morning, Port Tampa Bay remains closed, while Port Everglades is resuming some operations.

    Updated Oct. 10, 2024
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    UPS prepares 5.9% rate increase starting at peak season’s end

    The delivery price hike, which takes effect Dec. 23, is among several tweaks the carrier is planning over the next few months.

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    ILA-USMX port labor talks

    ILA’s outstanding issues center on automation, experts say

    Jurisdiction, healthcare and container royalty are also pending further negotiations, the union’s President Harold Daggett said in a Friday letter.

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    California passes Responsible Textile Recovery Act

    SB 707 makes apparel producers responsible for the recycle, reuse and collection of their products.

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    Hormel taps co-packer partnerships to aid disrupted plant

    Production at a Planters facility in Virginia was impacted by a food safety issue found in April.

  • Two tractor-trailers are shown arriving at the Port of Newark on Oct. 4, 2024.
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    Port strike leaves lingering logistics effects, analysts say

    Returning to normal operations may take as long as a month, DHL Global Forwarding said.

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    URBN prioritizes Nuuly’s growth with logistics investments

    The retailer plans to add more automation to its Missouri fulfillment center to accelerate the rental brand’s order processing.