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  • President Donald Trump attends a cabinet meeting at the White House on Feb. 26, 2025.
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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of US trade actions

    President Donald Trump has rolled out a deluge of tariffs in his second term and is promising more. Here’s where each tariff — whether in place or proposed — currently stands.

    Updated 8 hours ago
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    DHL Global Forwarding expands Transpacific air cargo capacity with new route

    The thrice-weekly Bangkok-Cincinnati service connects manufacturing regions in Southeast Asia to U.S. hubs.

  • The FedEx logo is displayed at a FedEx ship center on February 1, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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    FedEx Network 2.0: Tracking closures, layoffs across the US

    The logistics giant is shutting down ship centers as part of its plan to streamline operations. Here's how the overhaul is progressing.

    Updated June 15, 2026
  • Osprey brand owner says high supply chain costs are outpacing IEEPA tariff refunds

    Helen of Troy CFO Brian Grass said there has not been a reliable pattern to the reimbursements, making it difficult to plan investments and offset supply disruptions.

  • A cargo vessel specialized in handling auto units is docked at a Texas port.
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    Mitsubishi Motors taps Texas port to boost US auto distribution

    The company selected Port Freeport to improve its transportation flows to Gulf and Midwest dealer partners.

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    Lululemon’s new distribution center to bolster US, Canada fulfillment

    The facility in Brampton, Ontario, features an AutoStore system to support automated operations and help the retailer move product efficiently.

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    Rapid delivery cements itself as a ‘mainstream’ grocery option, report says

    Retailers are partnering with Instacart and DoorDash, while major retailers like Walmart and Amazon operate their own services.

  • A product display of Bachan's multiple barbeque sauce flavors.
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    Marzetti taps Schwan supply chain head for CSCO

    Mark Carter will oversee the speciality food maker's continued efforts to simplify its network and improve productivity.

  • Cases of Pepsi are stacked on top of each other in a grocery store setting.
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    PepsiCo improves sustainable sourcing, delays emissions reporting

    The company reported a four percentage point increase in sustainably sourced ingredients in 2025 but will release Scope 3 emissions metrics later this summer.

    Updated July 14, 2026
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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 5 hours ago
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    Port of Savannah-linked corridor to streamline flow of goods

    The connector with I-16 will provide more efficient transport to and from inland markets by reducing rail crossings and truck traffic, per the Georgia Ports Authority.

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    Strauss, DHL Supply Chain ink end-to-end logistics deal

    The partnership, which covers warehousing, distribution and product customization, aims to streamline order processing and drive faster turnaround times for the workwear brand.

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    Should the Postal Service reassess its UPS air contract?

    The USPS Office of Inspector General suggested the agency consider if a new deal is the best path forward as it struggles to meet minimum volume requirements.

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    Mars to close Nature’s Bakery plant, lay off 345 workers

    The closure comes a year after the brand opened a new $237 million production facility to keep up with demand.

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    General Mills plans supply chain revamp as part of $3B cost-cutting effort

    The upgrade is critical because the consumer packaged goods company’s current network was built for a lower-volume era, executives said.

  • Amazon recently showcased its fulfillment center operations in Detroit at a ribbon cutting event.
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    Amazon preps robotics-equipped sorting warehouse in Texas

    The site will sit within the e-commerce giant’s fulfillment network and further expand its use of automation across the supply chain.

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    Gordie Howe bridge set to open July 27 after weekslong delay

    Projections show each hour 400 commercial vehicles could cross the new span between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, originally scheduled to debut last month.

  • A photogrpah of a makeline at a Chipotle with salsa, sour cream and white cheese visible.
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    How restaurants can combat ingredient inconsistencies

    Produce flavors can vary by time of year, geography and growing conditions, something brands address through supplier partner input and other tactics.

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    Amazon announces 2026 holiday fulfillment fees, advises early shipping

    The company's ongoing 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge will apply to the peak season fees, which start Oct. 15.

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    Tariff exemptions: Ford, Nestlé and others seek relief from proposed levies

    Companies are urging the Trump administration to protect additional imports from potential Section 301 levies due to a lack of domestic availability.

    Updated July 13, 2026
  • President Donald Trump speaks to media members on Air Force One on July 8, 2026.
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    Trump chooses trade talks over tariffs after aircraft probe

    Cabinet officials will report to the president within six months about trade negotiations to address imports of commercial aircraft, jet engines and parts.

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    Walmart inks nuclear energy deal to power Illinois warehouse

    The agreement with Constellation Energy will support other parts of the company's operations in the state, including its stores.

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    BNSF to build $4B rail facility in California

    The planned 4,500-acre Barstow International Gateway will feature transload warehouses and manage intermodal shipments.

  • The dashboard and display screens in the 2026 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV.
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    Ford, GM sign memory supply agreements with Micron

    The deals will strengthen the automakers’ sources of supply for memory and storage in next-generation vehicles.

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    Amazon Shipping looks to snag FedEx, UPS customers with low pricing

    Fewer surcharges are among the tactics the service is using to gain market share after opening to all businesses earlier this year, experts said.