Amazon building robotics fulfillment center in North Carolina

The facility will contain more than 3 million square feet of floor space and support the company’s efforts to cut costs and improve production.

Trump threatens tariffs on Venezuela’s oil buyers

The president said he will levy duties against countries that import oil or gas from the South American country starting April 2.

Updated March 25, 2025

FMC advisory group reviews drayage experience at seaports

National Shipper Advisory Committee is looking to identify key issues truckers face at the Northwest Seaport Alliance.

FedEx bringing on nearly $400M in new healthcare business

The gains come as the company competes with UPS for customers in the sought-after vertical.

How shipping costs will change in upcoming LTL classification shift

The National Motor Freight Code overhaul will focus on density, so denser shipments will become cheaper while less dense ones will become more expensive.

Updated March 26, 2025

Trump orders review of domestic critical mineral production

Federal agencies must identify lands and projects that can be developed immediately, per an executive order signed Thursday.

Corning, Suniva and Heliene form US solar supply chain

The companies aim to produce a module made with polysilicon, wafers and cells manufactured in the U.S.

FedEx renews Sunday home delivery push to meet demand

After shrinking its coverage a few years ago, the carrier expanded it again to reach two-thirds of the U.S. population.

How fashion leaders are thinking about tariffs, textile sustainability

Companies should focus on smart sourcing and responsible manufacturing in response to fluctuating tariffs, per Stephen Lamar, president and CEO of the American Apparel and Footwear Association. 

Target tests new delivery method for Shipt drivers

The initiative involves couriers bringing "brown box" shipments from stores to customers in locations lacking a sortation center.

EU pushes back retaliatory tariffs on US to mid-April

The decision provides additional time for discussions with the Trump administration, according to a European Commission spokesperson.

Updated April 1, 2025

Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal

The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.

De minimis changes: Businesses, trade groups weigh in

Customs and Border Protection proposals to increase data requirements and limit the exemption's use drew a mixed response from commenters.

What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

Kroger keeps eye on produce tariff exposure

The supermarket chain is also identifying opportunities to diversify its sourcing base for other commodities.

FMC to probe 7 ocean chokepoints to improve shipping conditions

The Federal Maritime Commission may bar container ships registered in countries it says are contributing to congestion and delays from entering U.S. ports.

Food manufacturers seek ‘targeted’ tariff exemptions from White House

The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

Carriers upgrade border shipping amid tariff tumult

Estes Express Lines and Pitt Ohio rolled out new services focused on Canada and Mexico, respectively.

Trade tensions prompt air cargo market uncertainty

Freight forwarders and shippers are delaying contract negotiations, while carriers assess summer schedules, according to Xeneta.

JM Smucker splits supply chain, manufacturing functions

SVP of Information Services Bryan Hutson will now oversee supply chain operations in an expanded role.

As tariffs loom over pharma manufacturing, a reshoring effort is underway — but not without challenges

Experts say cost and other barriers present challenges to returning to U.S. shores.

3M hires Honeywell supply chain exec

Torsten Pilz will succeed 3M Group President of Enterprise Supply Chain Peter Gibbons, who is stepping down from his role April 2.

UPS slaps temporary fee on China-to-US shipments

The $0.29 per pound surcharge is active until March 29, adding to other expenses parcel shippers are navigating.

Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms

Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.