Retail and apparel groups call for secure travel on the Red Sea

The trade organizations cited rising rates, delays and at least $80 billion in cargo that has been diverted around the region amid attacks. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 14, 2024

EU passes law to bolster clean energy supply chains

The European Commission's Net-Zero Industry Act trails similar actions by U.S. legislators to prop up manufacturing.

By Lamar Johnson • Feb. 12, 2024

Upcoming Indo-Pacific trade deal adds to US supply chain priorities

Meant to boost collaboration and resiliency, the agreement's member countries will make their picks for key committees in the coming months.

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 7, 2024

The critical need for dangerous goods compliance

Education, resources and regulatory support can help shippers avoid fines and other penalties.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 29, 2024

ADM to expand soybean traceability pilot ahead of EU deforestation regulations

The grain trader said it completed its first shipments of "verified, fully traceable soybeans" from the U.S. to Europe.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 23, 2024

Delivery has a pollution problem. These cities are working to address it.

A new initiative will help cities test innovative startup and corporate solutions in a bid to curb ballooning emissions, primarily from trucks.

By Ysabelle Kempe • Jan. 18, 2024

Sphera acquires SupplyShift to improve scope 3 tracking capabilities

The deal comes as companies across the globe are facing increased regulatory pressure to report on their scope 3 emissions and carbon footprint.

By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 17, 2024

FAA steps up oversight of Boeing production in wake of Alaska Airlines incident

The agency will audit the aircraft maker’s 737-9 Max production line and suppliers like Spirit AeroSystems, which has been plagued by its own quality woes over the last year.

By Kate Magill , Kelly Stroh • Jan. 12, 2024

After Beyond Yoga suppliers stiffed workers, DOL recovers $1.1M in wages, damages

The athleisure brand agreed to update its vendor code of conduct and establish a monitoring program as part of a compliance agreement with the agency.

By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 9, 2024

GM plans sourcing shift for EV models no longer eligible for tax credit

The automaker said two minor components were preventing some vehicles from qualifying for a $7,500 purchase incentive.

By Michael Brady • Jan. 4, 2024

Biden administration extends China tariff exclusions — again

The exemptions spare hundreds of import categories from added duties started under the Trump administration.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 4, 2024

US lawmakers back Bangladesh garment workers’ demand for fair wages

A group of legislators called on the American Apparel & Footwear Association to commit to long-term sourcing relationships and increased purchasing prices.

By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 4, 2024

‘Mafia-style’: A look at Temu’s latest allegations that Shein has a chokehold on the supply chain

The ultra-fast fashion company accuses its larger rival of being “a glorified label maker” that bullies suppliers into loyalty.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 21, 2023

Amazon’s logistics, delivery services expanded beyond its website in 2023

The company launched offerings like Supply Chain by Amazon and Amazon Shipping while fine-tuning its fulfillment network.

By Max Garland • Dec. 20, 2023

Rail border crossings reopen at Eagle Pass and El Paso, Texas

U.S. Customs and Border Protection had shut down the vital trade gateways in the wake of surging immigration activity.

By Larry Avila • Updated Dec. 22, 2023

UFCW backs proposed grant program protecting supply chain workers

The Grocery, Farm, and Food Worker Stabilization Act would help cover “disaster-related costs” for farm, grocery and meatpacking workers.

By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 14, 2023

6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting

Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 13, 2023

Nearshoring apparel: Inside DXL’s pivot to Central America

The clothing maker is one of many eyeing the region, but economic and policy barriers could stand in the way of greater investment.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 12, 2023

DOL shifts to a per-violation penalty for certain child labor infractions

The change from the previous per-child basis is another enforcement shift in a year where federal regulators cracked down on child labor law violators.

By Ryan Golden • Dec. 11, 2023

Nestlé, Kraft defeat egg producers in price-fixing case

An Illinois federal jury found Cal-Maine and other egg giants liable for limiting the supply of the protein in 2004-2008 in an effort to drive up costs. 

By Chris Casey • Dec. 4, 2023

US loses trade dispute over access to Canada’s dairy market

Farm groups called the ruling a "surprising setback" that weakens the value of the USMCA.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 1, 2023

Former GM procurement manager convicted in supplier bribery scheme

Hyoung Nam So was found guilty of securing a $100 million contract for a South Korean auto parts supplier in exchange for millions in cash.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 30, 2023

Cargill bolsters traceability efforts to end deforestation in South America

One of the world's largest commodities traders is moving up its timeline to eliminate land use conversion from supply chains in Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 29, 2023

How the US is leveraging its spending power to strengthen supply chains

Creating demand signals and convening key industry players are critical tools in the government's procurement playbook, a White House adviser told Supply Chain Dive.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 28, 2023

White House creates cabinet-level supply chain council

After years of focusing on supply chains’ role in the economy, President Joe Biden is expanding high-level meetings on the topic.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 27, 2023