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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. 22, 2024 -
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ILA, USMX to resume contract talks next month
The parties may be waiting for the U.S. presidential election to pass before returning to the bargaining table, an expert said.
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Air freight demand largely unfazed by ILA port strike
Shippers took early action to avoid strike-related backlogs. Experts urge similar strategies ahead of another potential stoppage in January.
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UPS’ Happy Returns taps into Geek+ sorting robotics
The provider’s Pennsylvania hub is reducing processing times by leveraging 150 robots to help handle returns volume.
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Saia raises rates to offset $1B in investments
The price hike came after the LTL carrier opened 11 truck terminals in Q3, executives said.
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Arkansas could be a lithium treasure trove
The state’s Smackover Formation region may contain up to 19 million tons of the critical mineral, more than enough to meet projected global demand in 2030.
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FTC appeals noncompete ban decision to 5th Circuit
Ryan, LLC and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce previously landed a victory with a federal district court ruling in their favor.
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Ocean rates spot rates tumble from pre-ILA strike surge
While lower demand may be driving the decline, shippers still have potential carrier surcharges to factor in.
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Top UPS shippers temper holiday volume forecasts
A condensed peak season is expected to increase in-store shopping activity, which could blunt home delivery demand.
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USPS’ proposed transportation overhaul: 3 takeaways
The plan could disproportionately affect delivery speeds in rural areas, an issue that has raised concerns from stakeholders.
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Election 2024: Where Harris, Trump stand on AI regulation
Analysts expect Kamala Harris to continue the White House's current approach to AI oversight, while Donald Trump could introduce a major shift.
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Amazon to end same-day delivery service from retailers’ local stores
The program, called Amazon Today, will operate until Jan. 24 as the company looks to reduce overlap in its fast shipping offerings.
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CPKC, CSX receive approval to create Mexico-Southeast U.S. link
The railroads are creating the interchange to compete for intermodal service between the two countries.
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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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Cal-Maine plans $40M investment to expand cage-free egg production
The U.S.' largest egg producer also said it's working with growers to add more free-range hens as it converts a former Tyson facility in Missouri.
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Retail inventories in good shape for holidays: NRF CEO
Matthew Shay said companies averted disruptions related to the East and Gulf Coast port strike by moving goods early.
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Ford inks battery supply deal with LG Energy Solution
Under the agreement, the companies will move battery production for the Mustang Mach-E from Poland to Michigan.
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SureWerx taps new global supply chain chief
The protective equipment manufacturer promoted Eric Fouts to the role after hiring him as VP of supply chain.
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UPS, FedEx shipping discounts counter growing surcharges
Per-package ground parcel rates reached their lowest levels since 2021, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
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The Save Mart Companies closing two California distribution centers
The move will impact 527 workers as the regional grocer aims to "maximize supply chain efficiencies" in a competitive environment.
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Unwrapping Hershey’s $250M supply chain upgrade
The chocolate maker's Advancing Agility and Automation Initiative leans on digitization to boost visibility and optimize manufacturing and procurement.
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Levi Strauss taps Maersk for fulfillment and logistics
The logistics provider opened an omnichannel facility in Ohio to service Levi’s wholesale, retail and e-commerce channels.
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McDonald’s sues Tyson, JBS and other beef producers for allegedly fixing prices
The fast food giant, which is the world's largest buyer of beef, alleges major meat companies conducted illegal acts to drive down supplies.
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GM invests $625M in lithium production capacity
The automaker is partnering with Lithium Americas to develop the Thacker Pass Mine in Nevada, where GM agreed to buy up to 100% of lithium produced for 20 years.
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More US-based companies to shift supply chain operations into Americas: report
Reducing touch points and increasing proximity to manufacturing and procurement locations is a priority for firms, according to KPMG.