Port of New York and New Jersey reopen following ILA strike

The port resumed discharging cargo Friday night, with two terminals opening during the weekend for trucking activity.

Updated Oct. 7, 2024

ILA port strike ends through tentative deal

The agreement, which extends the parties’ master contract, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.

Updated Oct. 3, 2024

Hurricane Helene: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service still disrupted

Parcel carriers continued to report delivery delays a week after the storm made landfall.

ILA-USMX deal praised by Biden, industry leaders

The two sides agreed to a three-month extension of the current master contract, reopening ports and allowing cargo flow to resume.

Giant Eagle slashing delivery wait times

The regional grocer is expanding its partnership with omnichannel platform Flybuy to reduce wait times for drivers.

ILA strike, Hurricane Helene threaten food supply chain

Industry experts warn the strike could uproot long-term stability for commodity markets.

Whataburger recruits new chief supply chain officer

Todd Huetinck previously led the purchasing and distribution departments for CKE Restaurants, the parent company of Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s.

ILA strike: Biden declines to intervene, but pressures USMX

Administration officials also warned ocean carriers against imposing strike surcharges on shippers.

McCormick believes it’s ‘broadly covered’ from ILA strike risks

The spice and seasonings giant says it worked on mitigation plans with domestic suppliers ahead of the work stoppage.

2024 peak season surcharges: Comparing carrier fees

While UPS, FedEx and OnTrac are continuing their annual practice, other delivery providers are declining to add temporary price hikes.

Did the ILA strike fully shut down East and Gulf Coast ports? We asked.

At least 12 ports were significantly affected on Tuesday, but not all terminals are at a standstill.

Biden, industry leaders react to port strike

The president and trade associations called for a swift resolution to avoid the work stoppage’s impact on supply chains and economic flows.

Spirit Halloween partners with Uber for on-demand delivery

Consumers can access same-day delivery on the specialty retailer’s products across the Uber Eats, Postmates and Uber apps.

Why FedEx still doesn’t have a new contract with its pilots

A federal mediator rejected a union request to be released from supervised negotiations as pilots push for better pay and retirement benefits.

Layoffs mount amid low manufacturing demand: September PMI

The presidential election, an East Coast port strike and the impact of Hurricane Helene are creating a flurry of challenges for manufacturers this fall.

Top supply chain conferences to watch in 2025

Next year’s trade shows will focus on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.

ILA strike begins, disrupting East and Gulf Coast ports

Without a new port labor deal, the International Longshoremen’s Association instructed its members to halt work after midnight Tuesday.

Aldi plans to reach net-zero emissions targets by 2050

The grocer’s parent company said it will focus on refining various operations, including product sourcing and refrigeration, to achieve its goal.

Advanced Auto Parts swaps out WMS in supply chain overhaul

The auto parts retailer aims to streamline operations by using 14 large distribution centers on a single warehouse management system.

Trump vs. Harris on manufacturing: A tale of 2 speeches

In dueling remarks this week, the Republican nominee focused on tariff hikes, while the Democratic nominee talked of boosting clean energy production. 

Days of a port strike could mean weeks of manufacturing delays

Chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers are among those that could be hit hardest, with companies at risk of running out of raw materials within two to six weeks.

DHL eCommerce boosts North Carolina capacity with facility relocation

The logistics provider moved a distribution center from Raleigh to Concord, now a 30-minute drive to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Port strike could bring ocean carrier surcharges

Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd and other carriers shared contingency plans ahead of a possible work stoppage beginning Oct. 1.

FedEx opens fdx access to all US customers

The platform for e-commerce merchants features capabilities that support other carriers like UPS and the U.S. Postal Service.

Trump threatens Deere with 200% tariffs if it shifts manufacturing to Mexico

The tractor giant's plan to move some production south of the border is tied up in election politics as the economy becomes more central to campaign messaging.