Ocean shipping surcharges spurred by Iran war weigh on contract talks

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  Trump tariffs

  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 April 8, 2026

  Procurement

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  Sponsored by Dockzilla

  The capacity crunch: How modular platforms and buildings are outperforming concrete construction

  Add loading capacity 10x faster than construction with Dockzilla’s Modular Platforms & Buildings.​

  Technology

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  USPS preps phased approach for new package dimension reporting rules

  On July 12, smaller shipments must start including accurate length, width and height figures, but noncompliance fees won't apply at the outset.

  Last-Mile Delivery

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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 16 hours ago

  Last-Mile Delivery

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  Dollar General names VP of supply chain optimization

  In addition to appointing Matt Lucas to guide improvements in the retailer's supply chain network, Kyle Gorman was promoted to VP of distribution.

  Retail

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  Amazon opens China distribution center for US-bound seller inventory

  The Shenzhen facility offers low-cost bulk storage near manufacturing origin before transit to the U.S., providing flexibility for merchants.

  Retail

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  Deep Dive

  One year in: How medtech companies are coping with tariff challenges

  A resilient medtech industry navigating the fallout from President Donald Trump’s trade wars is taking proactive steps to manage tariff costs as the administration’s policies continue to evolve.

  Manufacturing

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  Pandora upgrades WMS as part of supply chain tech overhaul

  The jeweler plans to implement Hardis Supply Chain’s cloud-based software at its North America distribution center this summer as part of a larger supply chain overhaul.

  Retail

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  4 tech tools food brands are using to enhance inventory, demand planning

  Companies are leveraging digital twins and planning systems to provide greater visibility into their supply chains, according to industry experts.

  Manufacturing

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  What to know about CBP’s tariff refund process launching Monday

  The successful recouping of funds paid for International Emergency Economic Powers Act levies will hinge on documentation quality and cross-functional coordination, one expert said. 

  Operations Management

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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 April 16, 2026

  Rail

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  Spiking FedEx, UPS fuel fees are grabbing shippers’ attention

  Customers are looking more deeply at their surcharge spend levels following a record-high quarter for ground delivery costs, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

  Last-Mile Delivery

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  Home Depot eyes same-day, next-day delivery site in New York

  The potential distribution center in Yaphank, which the retailer is seeking a tax break for, would be part of its wider supply chain investment strategy.

  Last-Mile Delivery

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  Hershey projects $100M inventory cut from supply chain tech

  The confectionery and salty snack maker is leveraging decision intelligence in the supply chain and investing in spend visibility.

  Manufacturing

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  Hershey leans on cocoa sourcing resilience to blunt price shocks

  The candy maker is using diversified sourcing, long-term farmer programs and tighter cost controls to offset higher commodity costs. 

  Manufacturing

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  Home Depot acquires warehouse tech firm to boost fulfillment strategy

  The deal follows a distribution center pilot with Simpl Automation, which resulted in faster pick speeds and fewer product touches.

  Retail

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  Ocean freight contracts: How data steers one shipper’s approach

  Emser Tile's chief supply chain officer discussed leveraging a "multi-dimensional look" for more cost-effective logistics at TPM26 by S&P Global.

  Maritime

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  Nestlé inks partnership to support labor rights in coffee supply chains

  The two-year social justice project with the International Labour Organization will focus on three main coffee sourcing countries: Brazil, Colombia and Mexico.

  Operations Management

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  WD-40 braces for Iran war impact on supply costs

  As oil prices rise, the company said higher raw material prices take between 90 and 120 days to affect its margins.

  Manufacturing

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  CBP preps tariff refund portal for April 20 launch

  The system will go live at 8 a.m. EDT to begin the electronic returns process for an estimated $127 billion in tariffs, the agency said Tuesday.

  Operations Management

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  How AI is changing food supply chains

  As consumer shopping habits evolve, experts say accurate and on-time deliveries have become more important than ever.

  Technology

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  Iran war is ‘a concern, but it’s not a worry,’ Los Angeles port director says

  Transpacific trade remains solid despite Middle East tensions as retailers have already begun replenishing summer inventory, per a port press briefing Monday.

  Maritime

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  UPS growing RFID usage to boost shipper visibility, trim manual scans

  The carrier will equip U.S. hubs with RFID sensors and customers with label printers as it looks to connect nearly all of its packages with the technology, an executive said.

  Last-Mile Delivery

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  Sportsman’s Warehouse hones in on inventory timing

  The retailer said its spring season inventory is set to arrive later in a bid to boost product turnaround and productivity.

  Retail

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  PVH expects improved tariff mitigation results in 2026

  The parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger plans to offset 60% of the financial impact of levies this year, doubling the percentage it achieved in 2025.

  Manufacturing

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  FedEx Freight counting on scale to deliver revenue growth

  The LTL carrier, preparing for a June spinoff from FedEx, is targeting higher-growth customer segments "that align with our offerings," an executive said.

  Trucking

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