Amazon reaches milestone in same-day perishables delivery rollout

The company has expanded the service to 2,300 markets and said customers who buy perishables through the offering shop twice as often as those who don’t.

Truckload market faces lackluster Q4 outlook, improvement in 2026

Recent interest rates cuts could help manufacturing, a critical driver of freight activity, broker RXO said.

Burberry names chief operating and supply chain officer

Matteo Calonaci succeeds Supply Chain and Industrial Officer Klaus Bierbrauer, who will remain with the company during a transition period.

Food giant Kellanova leans on regenerative agriculture to slash supply chain emissions

The deal with Varaha will transition 12,500 acres of corn farms in the food manufacturer’s supply chain to sustainable practices to reduce around 100,000 tons of CO2.

US to impose 15% tariff on Nicaragua for human rights concerns

The Trump administration plans to phase in the levy over two years, starting on Jan. 1, 2027, citing findings from a Section 301 probe. 

Trade groups urge swift USMCA renewal with key sector revisions

Organizations representing auto parts makers to consumer brands are pushing for duty-free trade and stronger cross-border economic ties.

Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts one cut in 2026

Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the third time in 2025 amid persistent signs of cooling in the labor market.

Walmart launches drone delivery in metro Atlanta

The retailer also plans to expand the service to cities including Houston; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Orlando and Tampa in Florida.

Kroger cancels plans for additional automated fulfillment center

The cancellation — along with the closure of a spoke facility in Tennessee — continues the grocer’s pullback of its e-commerce network.

Hormel Foods turns to pricing, supply chain revamp to battle meat inflation

The global branded food company expects beef costs to remain high throughout fiscal 2026 while pork costs ease.

DHL adds Tesla Semi to California fleet

The 3PL plans to grow its EV truck fleet in 2026 as part of its long-term net-zero plan. 

November air cargo volumes up as shippers stick to traditional cycles

Prices declined across all major trade lanes, with the average global spot rate standing at $2.73 per kilogram, down 5% YoY, Xeneta reported.

Amazon targets carbon emission cuts at grocery fulfillment centers

The e-commerce giant recorded a 15% reduction at three sites in a pilot of Trane Technologies’ BrainBox AI tool, which will be deployed nationally.

Trump threatens 5% tariff on Mexico goods

The U.S. president said he would install the levies due to Mexico’s non-compliance with a treaty governing water flow between the countries.

Compete or complement? Trucking foresees mixed intermodal impact from merger of rail giants

Winners and losers will emerge in road transport as Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern join forces, according to industry experts.

JM Smucker cancels new coffee price hikes after tariffs lifted

The food and beverage maker expects a less volatile coffee market in the future after the Trump administration exempted the commodity from levies.

Trump orders investigation into food supply chains for possible price fixing

Under pressure to address rising grocery costs, the president directed new task forces to determine whether anticompetitive behavior exists, particularly among foreign-owned companies. 

Mango taps AI for sourcing quality, compliance

Using Inspectorio’s software, the retailer can digitize and standardize lab-testing analytics to drive supply chain improvements.

Gap’s supply chain productivity gains fuel holiday confidence

Technology upgrades in fulfillment centers and more rigorous inventory management have the company feeling strong amid the year-end retail rush.

Nike expands chief supply chain officer’s role

Venkatesh Alagirisamy will now also oversee the technology division as the sneaker giant’s chief operating officer, a newly established position.

Nexperia spat shows automotive supply chains vulnerable to geopolitics

Manufacturers must guard against production disruptions from other international dustups, says Moody’s Supply Chain Director Sapna Amlani.

Old Navy taps DoorDash for same-day deliveries

The retailer joins a growing roster of companies who have tapped into the app’s on-demand retail delivery services in recent years. 

US Energy Department offers $134M to boost rare earth recovery projects

The agency plans to fund efforts to draw rare earth metals from discarded electronics and other sources to strengthen the domestic critical mineral supply chain.

Bath & Body Works pursues SKU simplification

The personal care and home fragrance company will exit less successful or unproductive categories, like men's grooming and hair, starting next spring.

How Tyson is tackling tight beef, pork supplies

The food manufacturer has leaned on value-added products and operational efficiencies to offset supply challenges.