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TrackerUS 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.
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UPS rolls out temporary facility closures amid network overhaul
The provisional shutdowns are resulting in layoffs across several states, but the carrier said it plans to reopen the sites in 2026.
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Tropicana orange supplier Alico to exit citrus business
The company concluded that "growing citrus is no longer economically viable for us in Florida," with disease and hurricanes reducing production by 73%.
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Parcel carrier Veho introduces Premium Economy service
The new delivery offering aims to compete with the U.S. Postal Service as the agency hikes rates on lightweight packages.
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Goodyear hires SVP of global manufacturing, supply chain
Don Metzelaar will lead the tire maker’s global operations group after the company decoupled the unit from its technology team.
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Shippers face short-term challenges after ILA, USMX’s ‘last minute’ deal
Contingency planning ahead of last week's agreement will complicate supply chain efficiencies temporarily.
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BMW shores up EV rare earth materials source
The automaker’s private equity firm invested in mining startup Phoenix Tailings, which is building a New Hampshire plant expected to begin production in June.
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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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Albertsons to ramp up automation at distribution centers
The grocery retailer expects technological upgrades to help it better manage inventory and lower costs.
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Deep Dive2025’s logistics risks include tariffs, labor strife
Potential disruptions could pressure costs and reliability across transport modes. Here's what supply chain experts are watching this year.
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De minimis: US CBP eyes new requirements for some imports
The rule change proposal is the first of two the agency plans to announce to reform the low-cost goods entry process.
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Hydro Flask maker builds inventory, bracing for tariff impact
Helen of Troy is continuing to pursue diversified sourcing despite uncertainty around U.S. trade policies.
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5 questions about FedEx’s planned Freight spinoff
The parcel giant's plan for its trucking unit raises questions on timing, leadership and impact on the wider LTL market. Here's what we know so far.
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Delivery provider Pandion closing
The company has ceased operations after conversations with investors and potential acquirers fizzled out, founder Scott Ruffin said.
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USPS to launch ‘Next Day Priority’ shipping service in 2025
The agency said the offering will reach about 87% of the U.S. daily by sending packages to its last-mile delivery units overnight.
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Solv Energy names head of procurement
Lyn Cowgill will manage procurement strategy and supply chain operations at the renewable energy company.
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Deep DiveE-commerce packaging shows why it’s hip to be square
Performance, efficiency and sustainability factors play a role in squared-off designs, along with the growing prevalence of robotics, industry leaders say.
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UPS SurePost volume shifts away from US Postal Service, Teamsters say
The move brings millions of packages back into the carrier's network for final-mile delivery, according to the union.
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Industry leaders react to ILA-USMX port deal
Supply chain organizations expressed relief over the agreement, which averted a strike.
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Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025
Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences.
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How a new smart label tracks food’s supply chain journey
Giesecke+Devrient's peel-and-stick label is launching ahead of looming FDA traceability requirements in 2026.
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Procter & Gamble to redefine wood pulp sourcing practices, advocacy group says
The consumer goods company derived more than half of its wood pulp from Canada and the U.S. in 2023.
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ILA-USMX port labor talksILA, USMX reach tentative deal on 6-year contract
The agreement comes a week before a previous deal was set to expire, allaying concerns of a potential strike at East and Gulf Coast ports.
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Costco reports improved big-and-bulky delivery performance
The wholesale retailer’s ability to cut down on delivery times has coincided with an uptick in activity, according to President and CEO Ron Vachris.
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Final rule to overhaul H-1B visa eligibility requirements takes effect Jan. 17
Employers should be prepared for potential disruption caused by the rule, attorneys for law firm Fragomen wrote this week.
