The Latest
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Tracker
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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7 reasons carrier partnerships matter when shipping cross-border freight
Discover 7 key reasons why the right carrier partnership is crucial for shipping cross-border freight.
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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.
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Honda supply chain woes had little impact on September sales
While the disruptions from Hurricane Helene have subsided, retooling efforts for Ohio EV production are still hampering its manufacturing activity.
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Deep Dive
Why apparel companies embrace supplier scorecards
The tool can help build more transparent sourcing relationships and better measure supply chain metrics.
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Amazon deploying AI tech in delivery vans
Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval aims to help drivers quickly find packages and save time on routes.
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Biden-Harris administration opens tariff exclusion process
The exclusions come as some manufacturers scramble to find alternative suppliers outside China.
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Amazon Shipping joins EasyPost’s carrier roster
The ground delivery service has grown its base of partners as it looks to attract more volume.
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Global disruptions, e-commerce drive September air cargo volumes
Extreme weather and labor unrest are putting shippers and forwarders to the test, making October a 'whole new ballgame,' said Xeneta’s Niall van de Wouw.
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Drought shrivels cotton, delays wheat planting in US Plains
At least 44% of winter wheat production is currently affected by the dry conditions, per the Department of Agriculture.
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Dick’s Sporting Goods bolsters production, sourcing tech
The sports retailer aims to increase supplier engagement and reliability as well as monitor production processes through Inspectorio’s AI-powered platform.
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USPS looks to end dual shipping labels
The agency submitted a proposal to eliminate the practice as it transforms its relationships with shipping partners like UPS and DHL.
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Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn
The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.
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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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Bassett Furniture contends with Hurricane Helene, port strike disruptions
One of the company’s distribution centers was offline following the storm, with shipments delayed up to two weeks.
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As FedEx and UPS surcharges grow, competitors see an opportunity
Added fees from the delivery giants are clashing with heightened shipping discounts, but customers have options to limit the impact, experts say.
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Volkswagen opens port facility in Texas
Up to 140,000 vehicles for Volkswagen and its brands like Audi and Porsche will be processed annually at Port Freeport to support central and western U.S. dealers.
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Outdoor gear manufacturer shifts distribution operations to Mississippi
Exxel Outdoors’ multimillion-dollar relocation project places its U.S. warehouse facility closer to its manufacturing plant in Haleyville, Alabama.