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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 Sept. 9, 2026
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    5 steps to a resilient supply chain

    Strong supply chains aren't lucky. They're built for resilience. Here's how you can be too.

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    Panama Canal challenges drive shippers to Port of Los Angeles

    High fuel costs are also pushing shippers and carriers to shift volume to the San Pedro Bay port to avoid longer transit times.

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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 Aug. 27, 2026
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    Taylor Farms halts central Mexico sourcing after Cyclospora outbreak

    The company will no longer harvest and process lettuce from the region between May and August, a period the CDC deems the cyclosporiasis season.

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    Walmart to expand Wing drone delivery to Denver, Seattle

    By next year, the retailer and partner Wing plan to offer aerial delivery from more than 270 stores across the country.

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    NYC offers $5M to move deliveries away from peak hours

    The city wants more commercial deliveries to be made at night to combat congestion, and the funding aims to help businesses achieve that goal.

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    Walmart opens ‘next gen’ California facility to boost West Coast fulfillment

    The 900,000-square-foot site is equipped with an automated storage and retrieval system to help increase order capacity to enable faster shipping.

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    Levi’s to use part of $80M tariff refund for supply chain

    The jeans maker plans to spend three-fourths of the levy recovery on distribution, logistics, marketing and promotional activities, an executive said.

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    Federal court clears way for class-action suit against IEEPA tariffs

    By certifying a class of importers this week, the Court of International Trade seeks to ensure all businesses that paid the illegal levies receive reimbursements.

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    BD strikes supply chain pact with Trump administration

    BD plans to increase U.S. production of essential medical consumables in exchange for relief from future tariffs on its products.

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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 Oct. 8, 2026
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    Port of Mobile reopens after Hurricane Isaias

    The Alabama Port Authority previously suspended vessel and terminal operations at public berths on Friday.

    Updated Oct. 12, 2026
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    Golden Week slowdown may not be enough to ease Transpacific ocean rates

    While the holiday in China may keep rates stable, weather-related disruptions are keeping freight fees elevated, Freightos reported.

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    Molson Coors taps chief supply chain officer for Americas

    Matthew Hook will step into the role on Oct. 12 with a mandate of continuing to modernize operations and boost service levels.

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    Nippon Express launches Transpacific air freight service to meet AI-driven cargo demand

    The company and Japan Airlines' weekly circuit connects Los Angeles with key hubs in Asia for AI and semiconductor cargo.

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    CBP starts paying out IEEPA tariff refunds for finally liquidated entries

    However, for now, the agency can only reimburse businesses that submitted a valid importer of record number by July 30.

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    These ‘4 pillars’ are critical for successful automation

    “People, processes, data and systems” are essential elements of any automation strategy, Sven Diedrich, head of digital transformation and business solutions at Pinaxis, said at IMTS in Chicago.

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    Trump unveils plans to build $15B steel mill in Iowa

    Mesabi Metallics’ steel facility will be the largest in the U.S., creating 1,750 jobs and adding 10 million tons of annual production capacity. The company is also investing $3 billion to complete an iron ore mine in Minnesota.

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    Amazon launches 2 new China-to-US air freight options

    The Air SMP and Economy Air services can speed up inventory replenishment and help with peak season preparations, according to Amazon.

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    Nippon Express aims to boost US transport reliability with 5-day service

    The delivery offering provides long-haul transit from Nippon Express warehouses near the Port of Los Angeles to any U.S. destination within 100 miles of designated metropolitan areas.

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    Tractor Supply opens Idaho distribution center with automation, dedicated AI team

    The retailer's site in Nampa will distribute inventory to 123 stores and includes a group that aims to "apply practical artificial intelligence to operational needs."

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    Air freight shippers weary of long-term fixed contracts

    Three-month agreements represented 60% of new shipper contracts starting in Q3, up from 47% in Q2, Xeneta reported.

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    McCormick cites higher freight, input costs in lifting inflation forecast

    The spice and seasoning maker is mitigating the impact through pricing and productivity measures, as well as the acquisition of a Mexico subsidiary.

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    Diesel’s supply crunch may hit CFOs through freight contracts

    Chevron CFO Eimear Bonner expects energy prices to stay elevated, while a major trucking CEO says contracts signed before diesel prices rose are hurting the bottom line.

  • U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer raises his hands while speaking during a Senate Finance Committee hearing on July 22, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
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    USTR initiates next stage of USMCA review

    The agency is seeking public comment as part of the annual review process triggered by the U.S.’ decision not to extend the pact this summer.