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The SBA is offering disaster relief assistance to small businesses affected by the Lake fire in California this year. Source

Contributor Content In the rapidly advancing world of digitalization, where strategies evolve by the minute, companies and agencies must either adapt or risk falling behind. The focus has shifted from broad mass advertising campaigns to highly selective and personalized digital strategies that significantly benefit brands. The ability to leverage digital transformations and develop tailored digital…

This year, the B’s made their debut in the Pioneer League, a professional baseball organization that’s partnered with the MLB, but unlike the minor leagues, it’s not tied to any existing MLB teams. Source

The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Joe Crisara In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Joe Crisara, author of What Should We Do? How to Win Clients, Double Profit, and Grow Your Home Service Sales. He shares his journey from struggling home service contractor to helping thousands of Source

Personalizing your customer journey is one of the most important aspects of both short and long-term success. Yet many founders don’t put the necessary time and effort into it, instead opting for a blanket approach in the hopes that their generic messaging will attract a wide enough audience. But thanks to continued advancements in eCommerce-based…

The IRS is reminding people who make quarterly tax payments that the third estimated payment deadline is nearing. Source

The startup has devised a durable way to store solar power as heat that can then be used for household heating or hot water. Source

 The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Jay Schwedelson In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interview Jay Schwedelson, a leading marketing expert in the US known for his research-backed approach. He’s the Founder of SubjectLine.com, a top-ranked free subject-line rating tool, and has tested over 15 Source

My weekend blog post routine includes posting links to a handful of tools or great content I ran across during the week. I don’t go into depth about the finds, but I encourage you to check them out if they sound interesting. The photo in the post is a favorite for the week from an…

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A surprising number of “iPad kids” — aka Generation Alpha’s 7- to 9-year-old demographic — are using X, according to new data from parental control Source

Boeing’s Starliner mission is coming back to Earth — empty. After months of data analysis and internal deliberation, NASA leadership announced today that Source

After fintech Bolt surprised the industry with a leaked term sheet that revealed it is trying to raise at a $14 billion valuation, things got weird. Source

Are we finally seeing the end of the longest freight recession in recent decades? It’s the question on everyone’s mind — and has been for over a year.  Supply Chain Brand

With leases on its customization and distribution facilities set to expire, TaylorMade considered it timely to assess its distribution network. Supply Chain Brand

Both companies said their gradual shutdown would ensure hazardous and vulnerable shipments aren’t stranded if a settlement isn’t reached by August 22. Supply Chain Brand

China pointed to national security as the driving factor behind the move, given that antimony can be used in explosives and nuclear weapons. Supply Chain Brand

Leonard L. Gordon, advertising and marketing group leader with Venable LLP, explains the Federal Trade Commission’s recent action on verifying “Made in USA” claims for a wide range of manufactured products. Supply Chain Brand

Are manufacturers engaged in a mass exodus from China? And if so, where are they going? Supply Chain Brand

XPO unveiled plans in 2022 to split its freight brokerage and North American trucking operations into two publicly traded companies. Supply Chain Brand

It’s hard to know whether peak shipping season started early, and trade volumes will level off soon, or if importers will continue bringing in more than usual. Supply Chain Brand

Ortberg told the presidents of Boeing’s largest workers union and another labor group that he’s seeking “a new contract where we can come together to build a strong future for our employees in the region.” Supply Chain Brand

Jeremy Michalek, professor of engineering and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University, reveals the results of a survey that tracked consumer sentiment toward various grocery delivery methods, including the use of autonomous vehicles and equipment. Supply Chain Brand

A debate is raging around the subject of ransomware attacks on organizations. Should victims pay to recover their private data?  Supply Chain Brand

The investment will contribute to the development of infrastructure, and play a vital role in boosting Pakistan’s economy, said Pakistan’s Minister for Maritime Affairs, Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh. Supply Chain Brand

The market is growing for industrialized greenhouses capable of providing fresh produce consistently amid climate change as well as shortages of workers. Supply Chain Brand

The new facility will provide EV batteries for Lexus vehicles made at Toyota’s Miyata plant roughly 25 miles away.  Supply Chain Brand

A challenging economy, coupled with the need to focus on sustainability, are driving change within fashion companies. Supply Chain Brand

In 2022, the airline adopted a 2030 target to cut its emissions by almost 29%, much more than a 5% reduction goal set by the global aviation industry. Supply Chain Brand

The railroad has routinely given freight trains preference over passenger trains along a 1,140-mile stretch of the Crescent Route, a violation of federal law. Supply Chain Brand

The British railway network plans to invest £2.8 billion ($3.6 billion) over the next five years to keep trains running safely even with “more frequent and extreme weather” conditions.  Supply Chain Brand

Drug cartels typically rely on Chinese suppliers to smuggle precursor chemicals in shipments to ports they control up and down Mexico’s coast.  Supply Chain Brand

The FAA has given Zipline International and Wing Aviation approval to fly drones beyond a pilot’s line of sight in the Dallas area.  Supply Chain Brand

As geopolitical tensions increase, the countervailing benefits of Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) become more self-evident. Here’s how they work, and why companies should take advantage of them.  Supply Chain Brand

 The company has not logged a profitable year since 2019, reporting a combined $33.3 billion in losses in the years that have followed. Supply Chain Brand

The new penalties reportedly went into effect in April, fining sellers up to five times the original value of a sale when a customer returns a purchase for a refund. Supply Chain Brand

Join Bizagi and Tech Mahindra for an engaging webinar where we showcase how AI and Low Code are helping build agile supply chains. During this webinar we will demonstrate real-time visibility, effective escalation, and seamless collaboration through a supply chain use case. Supply Chain Brand

Your supply chain network forms the foundation that your business is built upon. Designing and deploying a robust supply chain network will position your company for growth, while failing to do so can put your business on shaky ground. Supply Chain Brand

Better communication is needed about the flow of drugs, from the manufacturer, through the distribution network to the hospital and, at the end, how those medications are being prescribed. Supply Chain Brand

Canada is set to wrap a 30-day consultation on measures to restrict Chinese EV imports on August 1 — including higher tariffs to align with the U.S. and EU. Supply Chain Brand

Although Delta was one of many airlines affected by outage, it appeared to have been hit the hardest, after needing five days to get its crew tracking systems back online. Supply Chain Brand

Right-sized packaging automation offers many benefits, including reduced labor and shipping costs, increased throughput, and an overall lower carbon footprint. In this guide, we’ll share some of the challenges 3PLs experience and how an On Demand Packaging® solution can help. Supply Chain Brand

Automation is no longer an option. Leaders of businesses large and small are demanding that their teams quickly implement automated supply chains. Supply Chain Brand

Invisible Threats gives supply chain professionals guidance on identifying risk hotspots right now based on data analysis of private and public companies’ financial health, by NAISC. Supply Chain Brand

How integrated tactical planning enables enhanced decision-making and improved outcomes. Supply Chain Brand

For all but the 3-4 largest retailers in the US, packing cost-optimally has been an elusive goal with a few available solutions. In this white paper, we’ll measure and triage cost factors from transportation to materials to labor and show how Paccurate’s cartonization engine can help in areas where standardization is no longer good enough.…

USDOT’s yearly “Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Awards” are handed out to groups that “advance innovative and shareable solutions” in the transportation sector. Supply Chain Brand

The problem threatens the bid to phase out diesel-powered machinery by 2030, because the shift means cargo-handling companies are becoming more dependent on the electric grid. Supply Chain Brand

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filed a lawsuit against Amazon in 2021, after identifying more than 400,000 hazardous products sold on the company’s platform. Supply Chain Brand

Discover the proven benefits you could achieve by implementing AutoStore, with Forrester’s latest research study. Supply Chain Brand

The extra vessel capacity needed to sail around Africa has pumped up freight rates at a time when the market was entering a post-pandemic slump. Supply Chain Brand

Porsche expects the disruptions to affect every vehicle it manufactures, and says that it could be forced to temporarily shut down production for one or more of its vehicle series. Supply Chain Brand

The occurrence of cyberattacks on global supply chains is hardly news. But their frequency might come as a surprise. Supply Chain Brand

The logistics sector is pursuing ESG projects, including reduced emissions and more sustainable packaging. But it doesn’t yet have a great reputation for the way it treats its employees. Supply Chain Brand

While the technology continues to push live-tracking devices forward, businesses need to evaluate the pros and cons of what’s available today, Supply Chain Brand

ILA president Harold Daggett says threat of October 1 strike growing more likely as current contract with USMX expires September 30. Supply Chain Brand

Senator Tom Cotton requested the Biden administration provide a plan to protect Americans’ data from Shein, and identify whether Shein is complying with U.S. laws. Supply Chain Brand

Beryl slammed into Texas on July 8, causing widespread power losses. At least four LNG cargoes were cancelled during Freeport’s outage. Supply Chain Brand

There are signs these sanctions are proving effective, at least in terms of disrupting tankers that had been moving Russian oil. Supply Chain Brand

The convergence of technology and legislation offers a multi-faceted approach to combating organized retail crime. Supply Chain Brand

Tom Moore and Keith Moore, CEOs of, respectively, ProvisionAi and Autoscheduler.AI, talk about how AI is helping to solve problems in supply chains — and where it’s more a matter of hype. Supply Chain Brand

Finding and retaining drivers is a challenge in 2024. Trucking companies lose or rehire more than 90 truck drivers for every 100 they hire over one year.  Supply Chain Brand

GM’s board of directors asserted that the company’s policies already reflect a “zero-tolerance” approach to child labor. Supply Chain Brand

June figures were down in part due to some vessel owners opting to unload or refuel at Malaysian ports to avoid delays. Supply Chain Brand

The Senate committee’s investigation found that there were 45 injuries for every 100 workers over the course of Prime Day 2019. Supply Chain Brand

The challenges posed by the narrow St. Lawrence Seaway have long stalled shipping traffic to the Chicago metropolitan area.  Supply Chain Brand

For retailers that are working to meet consumers’ ever-changing demands, the first and most important question to ask is: are our data practices where they need to be? Supply Chain Brand

There’s no one-size-fits-all strategy when determining whether to outsource or insource manufacturing operations, says Sam New, director analyst at Gartner. Supply Chain Brand

Just over 49% of workers voted in favor of unionizing, ending a two-year-long fight where employees held a series of strikes in a push for higher pay. Supply Chain Brand

A case study exploring how Hope for Justice and Slave-Free Alliance partnered with Exiger to adopt its supply chain visibility platform and pinpoint modern-day slavery problems across complex supply chains. Supply Chain Brand

The cables were severed by the anchor of a cargo ship sunk by Iran-backed Houthi militants in late February. Supply Chain Brand

The money will go toward rebuilding, repairing and restoring 13 “nationally significant” bridges across 16 states.  Supply Chain Brand

Trump’s proposal would include a 60% tax on all goods from China, which accounted for roughly 15% of all U.S. imports in 2023, by value. Supply Chain Brand

Predictive AI models will power smarter inventory distribution, greater pick path efficiency and dynamic order grouping, thereby improving accuracy, reducing costs and accelerating throughput. Supply Chain Brand

The Port of Los Angeles processed 827,757 Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in June, a 10% increase over the previous month Supply Chain Brand

With concerns over transit delays in the Red Sea and the looming threat of an East Coast and Gulf port longshoremen strike, retailers began restocking shelves in June.  Supply Chain Brand

The funds will be used for 10 separate projects across five ports, including cargo route optimization, emission reductions, and trucking appointment systems. Supply Chain Brand

The firm with $4 billion of assets is keen to branch out from its Middle East base to play a larger global role as economic growth expands demand for shipping. Supply Chain Brand

Prosecutors in Milan found that Armani and Dior had subcontracted out production of their handbags to companies who violated a litany of ethical labor regulations. Supply Chain Brand

How do we solve the problem of obsolete electronic components in the aviation and defense industry? Supply Chain Brand

Proactive intelligence enables you to balance the fine line between cost and resilience, says Brandon Daniels, chief executive officer of Exiger. Supply Chain Brand

Chief information officers today face increasing pressure to keep pace with advances in technology. And that brings the role of the integration platform as a service (iPaaS) into prominence. Supply Chain Brand

The highly anticipated Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) Summit 2024 will be held on November 7-8 at the prestigious Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. This exclusive event gathers top procurement executives and thought leaders from around the globe to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in procurement. Supply Chain Brand

The company pegged the incident to “a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts,” and said the outage wasn’t down to a cyberattack or security breach. Supply Chain Brand

Many port operations were disrupted, and air freight was hit the hardest, with a recovery period of the complex air cargo network predicted to last days or weeks. Supply Chain Brand

The company will focus on restructuring its assets, capital, investment portfolio and organizational structure as well as corporate governance reforms. Supply Chain Brand

Boeing will have until July 5 to decide whether to plead guilty to the charges, the department told the families of victims of two fatal 737 Max crashes and their attorneys in a meeting June 30. Supply Chain Brand

Learn how the SAP Business Network solution determines how non-networked organizations and businesses can best collaborate with their suppliers by understanding the challenges and benefits of participating in a multi-enterprise business network. Supply Chain Brand

Learn how Blue Diamond Growers is Integrating solutions to digitalize their supply chain to be an intelligent, data-driven organization thanks to SAP solutions. Supply Chain Brand

Discover how household appliances manufacturer Mabe is enabling better collaboration with its suppliers using a cloud-based business network for real-time data sharing and workflow management. Supply Chain Brand

Learn how a B2B commerce network is a critical pillar to enable business resiliency, agility, speed to market, and the achievement of your suppliers aligned with your sustainability objectives. Supply Chain Brand

Download your IDC Spotlight to learn how to react quickly to supply chain disruptions, use tools to improve collaboration with suppliers and increase supply chain visibility using a business network. Supply Chain Brand

Disruption in supply chains, rising costs, and continued uncertainty has put more pressure on Procurement – and inevitably, created a few sleepless nights. Supply Chain Brand

In the paper, “Three Mistakes Executives Make in Category Management”, we explore what you should and should not be doing, provide key questions for Procurement to consider, and share a capabilities checklist for category management to deliver on its promise. Supply Chain Brand

In this webinar, procurement technology experts from Spend Matters and the SAP Ariba team share how advancements in AI are being used right now and attendees will walk away with a summary of real-life source-to-pay use cases that are or can be enhanced by AI. Supply Chain Brand

Every leader wants to be a strategic partner. But few know how. Supply Chain Brand

Now’s the time to get savvy. And we’ve got just the right guide to help you. Supply Chain Brand

The “quiet” trade war that has been underway between the U.S. and China for a few years now is getting louder. Supply Chain Brand

In June, it was reported that the U.K. government was withholding the approval of a $253 million loan guarantee promised in order to shore up the shipbuilder’s finances. Supply Chain Brand

In exchange for pleading guilty to fraud, Boeing would be fined, promise to make safety improvements, and be placed under a three-year probationary period. Supply Chain Brand

The vote gives the union the authority to call for a strike within the next 60 days if ongoing labor negotiations with CN and CPKC fall through. Supply Chain Brand

The marker, which multiplies the volume of cargo transported by the distance it sails, is heading for an increase of 5.1% compared to 2023. Supply Chain Brand

The ports will partner with regional air quality agencies to install 207 charging units at eight sites in Southern California. Supply Chain Brand

As retail operations become increasingly complex, the need arises for serialized data capture. That’s where tools like the 2D barcode and radio frequency identification come into play. Supply Chain Brand

The supply chain discipline has become a C-suite concern that drives competitive advantage and customer excellence — one that requires expansive leadership skills and technical prowess. Supply Chain Brand

Some assumptions and beliefs about the contribution that generative AI will make to supply chains are misplaced, says Dana Stiffler, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner. Supply Chain Brand

Junker is the product director for electric vehicles at PACCAR Parts, having started with the company in 2018 working with dealer groups. Supply Chain Brand

The program will use some of the $5 billion in federal funding set aside for a new National Semiconductor Technology Center. Supply Chain Brand

Sustainability might not have started in a lab, but by evolving our lab practices, food companies can achieve more of their sustainability goals. Supply Chain Brand

Singapore, the world’s busiest transshipment center, for weeks has dealt with longer-than-usual lines of vessels waiting for berth space. Supply Chain Brand

The news comes as Italy and the European Union as a whole are cracking down on cars produced outside the trading bloc. Supply Chain Brand

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, Tokyo has adopted a tougher stance against Moscow than any other leader in Asia, with most of them declining to take sides in the war. Supply Chain Brand

The restrictions require investors to notify the Treasury Department about certain kinds of transactions, and some types of investments are explicitly prohibited. Supply Chain Brand

Every pillar of the supply chain — plan, source, make and deliver — must be resilient, says Girsh Dhaneshwar, vice president and consulting practice leader at Cognizant. Supply Chain Brand

U.S. and U.K. bombing campaigns have failed to stop the attacks, and have instead led to vessels associated with the two countries being targeted more often. Supply Chain Brand

Is the Chinese online apparel seller Shein a wild success due to an innovative business model — or because of a concerted effort to skirt import duties and workers’ rights? Supply Chain Brand

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and with the resulting surge in e-commerce, demands on warehousing are growing like never before. Supply Chain Brand

The European Commission, the executive body of the EU, had announced plans for tariffs of up to 38% on electric cars from China, on top of an existing 10% on all imported cars. Supply Chain Brand

The DOJ has until July 7 to make a final decision on criminal charges against Boeing, stemming from a pair of deadly 737 crashes in 2018 and 2019.  Supply Chain Brand

Firefighters said it took two hours to get details on hazardous materials aboard derailed Norfolk Southern rail cars in East Palestine, Ohio.  Supply Chain Brand

Roughly one in six women drivers surveyed said they experience harassment or discrimination daily.  Supply Chain Brand

As supply chains grow more intricate and consumer expectations increase, the ability to track shipments in real time becomes a crucial component for forwarders striving to maintain a competitive edge. Supply Chain Brand

The company now expects to hand over 770 aircraft this year, down from a previous goal of 800, it said in a surprise announcement. Supply Chain Brand

It may seem like rapidly changing trade rules are the result of temporary geopolitical upheavals, but compliance experts say the chaos is here to stay. Supply Chain Brand

Supply chain leaders need both an artificial intelligence-enabled command center and a control tower, says Harsh Koppula, chief operating officer and co-founder of TADA. Supply Chain Brand

Canada will next open a 30-day public consultation period on July 2 to weight responses to any potential tariffs against China moving forward. Supply Chain Brand

Today, the grocery industry is facing new challenges in supply chain management. In many respects, the industry continues to face new and ongoing disruptions in the post pandemic era. Most prognosticators acknowledge it is becoming increasingly difficult to predict the future given the continued volatility, uncertainty and speed of change. Supply Chain Brand

China’s Cosco Shipping has been building the Chancay port near Lima expecting to be its exclusive operator when it opens in November. Supply Chain Brand

Supply chain visibility platform Project 44 estimates that passages through the Suez Canal dipped by 80% between May 2023 and May 2024. Supply Chain Brand

Australian steel producer BlueScope Steel was looking for a technology partner to help it achieve end-to-end visibility of its complex supply chain. Supply Chain Brand

Globally, it’s estimated that $161 billion worth of clothing and textiles fall into an area of risk that makes them prone to being produced by forced labor annually. Supply Chain Brand

The EUDR is a big challenge for supply chain managers. Here’s how to tackle it. Supply Chain Brand

Typically, the U.S. will allow shipments valued under $800 — known officially as Type 86 entries — to be imported without tax or duty payments. Supply Chain Brand

The sale will include the addition of 15,000 carriers for NFI Industries, while Transfix says it will keep just over 100 of its roughly 350 employees. Supply Chain Brand

The new tracker will provide details on materials used for EV batteries, as well as the carbon footprint for the batteries themselves. Supply Chain Brand

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other Canadian officials have said they are monitoring the American tariff policy, but have not committed to following suit. Supply Chain Brand

Exports of clothing and footwear from the U.K. to the EU have dipped from £7.4 billion ($9.4 billion) in 2019 to £2.7 billion in 2023. Supply Chain Brand

Ann Marie Jonkman, senior director of global industry strategies with Blue Yonder, frames the key questions that logistics service providers should be asking, as they consider adopting innovative technologies on behalf of customers. Supply Chain Brand

A study by the IHL Group found that retailers miss out on nearly $1 trillion in sales per year because of out-of-stock items. Supply Chain Brand

Police cleared traffic, cyclists and pedestrians from the eight-lane bridge before the ship arrived, keeping it closed for 10 minutes as the ship steamed underneath, authorities said. Supply Chain Brand

A lawsuit from the Trucking Association of New York filed on May 30 claimed the tolls were unfairly targeting delivery trucks with the highest rates. Supply Chain Brand

The acquisition will allow OneRail’s last-mile delivery network to use Orderbot’s inventory and order management systems to speed up fulfillment.  Supply Chain Brand

Solo Lite has global coverage in more than 186 countries, and includes a more environmentally-friendly non-lithium battery-powered option.  Supply Chain Brand

China has signaled that it plans to retaliate against any new EU tariffs with a 25% tax of its own on cars imported from Europe. Supply Chain Brand

Leaders in Washington, D.C. has been striving to broker a cease-fire deal in Gaza for several months with limited success. Supply Chain Brand

Chief financial officers are pivotal in navigating supply chain uncertainty. They must take a strategic approach to software evaluation to maximize investments and mitigate risks. Supply Chain Brand

Want to keep your warehouse workers in a tough labor market? Give them the right tools to do their jobs. Supply Chain Brand

When bringing on a new client, expanding into a new facility, or even opening a micro-fulfillment-based store, it’s critical to have the flexibility in your warehouse management system that allows you to flex your operations as needed, says Chris O’Stean, vice president of solutions consulting at Softeon. Supply Chain Brand

The World Bank added 57 new ports to the index this year, and South African harbors took up the last two spots with the Port of Ngqura coming in at 404th. Supply Chain Brand

A pause may be needed to ease the bureaucratic burden on companies until a European directive takes effect, Economy Minister Robert Habeck said. Supply Chain Brand

A “rebound” in global trade is underway, and the U.S. and China are the big beneficiaries, according to a new report. For suppliers, however, the news isn’t all good. Supply Chain Brand

More Gen Zers are entering the workforce today than any other generation — yet a recent study found that over a third of business owners prefer not to hire them. Supply Chain Brand

Our guest will discuss the latest regulation updates on circular economy, and how these changes are shaping decisions on how brands are trying to achieve their environmental targets. through visibility and real time data for decision making. Supply Chain Brand

The disclosure comes after Phoenix-based AeroGuard Flight Training Center suspended all solo flights for Cathay cadets, citing incidents that damaged planes and went unreported by the trainee aircrew. Supply Chain Brand

China has accused the EU of working to “suppress” Chinese companies and said it will take action to safeguard its interests. Supply Chain Brand

Heimo Robosch, executive vice president with Knapp, details the business drivers behind the rapid growth in warehouse automation. Supply Chain Brand

A work-to-rule strike from border agents would have wide-ranging impacts on billions of dollars worth of trade in and out of the country.  Supply Chain Brand

The ILA claims that the use of an “auto gate” system at the Port of Mobile, Alabama violates its current union deal. Supply Chain Brand

The SCF Primorye was sanctioned by the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control in October, after which it didn’t load oil again for about six months. Supply Chain Brand

How best can companies guarantee that they retain consistent access to their critical applications and data?  Supply Chain Brand

The explosion of e-commerce activity set off by the COVID-19 pandemic is presenting merchants with the challenge of handling orders efficiently while meeting customer demands for speed, says Archita Prasad, vice president strategy with UPS Capital. Supply Chain Brand

Walmart first started experimenting with drone deliveries in DFW in 2021, before expanding the service to cover 75% of the region in early 2024.  Supply Chain Brand

CF&S Group recently demonstrated its expertise in handling complex logistics with the transportation of an oversized cargo shipment for an international industrial equipment manufacturer. This undertaking involved planning and execution to ensure the safe and timely delivery of the 11-tonne, 3.3-metre tall cargo.The CF&S team orchestrated a multimodal logistics operation, navigating the cargo’s journey from […]

The apparent lifeline comes after port officials announced in April that container service at Portland would end in October due to growing financial losses and the inability to find a third-party operator to take over Terminal 6.The railroad is tackling one of the major pain points at the Atlanta-area terminal after congestion had gotten so […]

In the past decade, manufacturing in Vietnam has been at the epicenter of the country’s high growth. This sector contributed more than 20 percent to the country’s GDP1“Industrial sector expands over 9% in 2022,” Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, December 20, 2022. and has been an anchor in Vietnam’s […]

The blows to the global supply chain never seem to end in 2021, resulting in delays that have sharply reduced the system’s effective capacity and put upward pressure on shipping rates that began reaching record highs months ago. Purchasing ocean transportation has become so expensive that many companies with lower-value commodities can’t afford to import […]

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, March 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Cainiao Network, ("Cainiao"), the logistics arm of Alibaba Group, has announced the development of the Cainiao Dong Nai Smart Logistics Park, its latest project located in Dong Nai Province, Vietnam. With a total land size of approximately 168,000 square meters, the Cainiao Dong Nai Smart […]

Published by The Maritime Executive Published by The Maritime Executive Published by The Maritime Executive Published by The Maritime Executive Published Jun 21, 2023 2:24 PM by The Maritime Executive [By: Breakbulk Europe]Breakbulk Europe 2023 has been hailed a spectacular success after a record 10,445 industry professionals from across the supply chain came together for […]

THILOGI drives growth in central Vietnam  công ty cổ phần tập đoàn trường hảisource

12/03/2024   14:57 (GMT+07:00)The Ministry of Finance (MoF) remains steadfast in its decision to impose a 50% duty on e-cigarettes and related products, despite reservations expressed by other government agencies and businesses.In providing feedback on the draft Decree on preferential export-import tariffs, the Ministry of Health (MoH) suggests that the MoF refrain from including e-cigarettes […]

12/08/2020   12:37 (GMT+07:00)The Ministry of Health has called for a crackdown on illegal new modern cigarettes advertising and trading via e-commerce and social networks.The ministry recommended the ministries of Public Security, Culture, Sports and Tourism and Information and Communications, as well as the General Department of Customs strengthen inspections into the products.Tran Thi Trang, Deputy Director of […]

Image credit: Pixabay via PexelsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released a video outlining the general process for importing human foods into the U.S. The video provides basic information for importers, foreign suppliers and exporters, and customs brokers on the steps they need to take to successfully import food into the U.S.FDA must […]

Powered by All the vital news, analysis, and commentary curated by our industry experts. Published: December 14, 2023 Report Code: GDTB230005CS-ST The Vietnam cigarette market size valued worth VND157.1 trillion ($6.8 billion) in 2022. The market is anticipated to garner a CAGR of more than 2% from 2022 to 2027. Vietnam Cigarettes Market Outlook 2022-2027 […]

JCA rolls out contactless clearance  Jamaica Observersource

Customs brokers protest alleged 200% increase in duty  Vanguardsource

Trans-Pacific carriers are restricting forwarders’ access to fixed “named-account” rates and pushing bookings to the much higher spot market pricing.Average US truckload pricing has hardly risen since last June, while less-than-truckload costs continue to climb due to tighter capacity.Containers offloaded from ships calling at APM Terminal’s Maasvlakte II terminal can be palletized and in trucks […]

The Bureau of Customs has issued revised regulations on the establishment, supervision, operation and control of customs bonded warehouses (CBW).Customs Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 03-2022, dated March 3, 2022, implements Customs Administrative Order (CAO) 01-2022 dated February 10, 2022, which provides amended guidelines on the establishment, operation, supervision and control of CBWs.CMO 03-2022 provides procedures […]

Update to the UCCThe European Union made the decision to establish a single window for customs (or its official designation: “EU Single Window Environment for Customs”) in order to facilitate international trade, speed up the customs clearance process, and lower the likelihood of fraud. On 24 October 2022, the Council of the European Union enacted […]

© Andrii Yalanskyi By Charlotte Goldstone 14/05/2024 Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a ‘unicorn industry’ that could provide some 30% rate of return for big investors, while also achieving overwhelming environmental benefits, a senior industry stakeholder told The Loadstar.  The aviation industry is at a pivotal point in achieving its net zero emissions target by […]

The freight forwarding business is not a sector where you would usually find women in their numbers as operators as it is a strictly male dominated one. But Princess Elizabeth Obanla Adeola has through sheer dint of hard work, risen to occupy a pride of place among the men folk. For this reason, she was […]

 Customs Broker, Freight Forwarding & Trade Compliance ServicesOur story began, like so many other companies that have come before and after us, with early entrepreneurial aspirations.  In 1919, our founder Alfred Neel Deringer acquired portions of his employer’s business, the Raymond P. Lipe Company.  The Raymond P. Lipe Company owned and operated a hay grading […]

An official website of the United States governmentHere’s how you know Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on […]

In the years since the end of the war, Vietnam had fought a seemingly losing battle against smugglers. Until 1990, the "transit" or smuggled market into Vietnam was estimated by BAT to be 12-18 billion cigarettes a year. Then, after a clampdown that September, "smuggling was virtually eliminated for 18 months", according to a report […]

DA NANG, Vietnam, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Stavian Industrial Metal Joint Stock Company proudly announces its sponsorship and participation in the SEAISI 2024 Conference & Exhibition, held from May 13th to 16th, 2024, at the Ariyana Convention Center in Danang, Vietnam. This event serves as a pivotal platform for the Southeast Asian steel industry. […]

Aramex has announced a strategic partnership with Omniful, a provider of supply chain execution & planning technologies. The collaboration is set to revolutionize Aramex’s offerings with the integration of Omniful’s advanced Order Management System (OMS).The OMS will cater to the diverse needs of Aramex’s e-commerce fulfillment clients globally across various sizes, industries, and business models.Omniful’s […]

A preliminary federal investigation found the use of a different breaker configuration than had been previously in use onboard the Dali that led to a series of power blackouts on its outbound voyage.Brandy Christian led the Port of New Orleans during the acquisition of its on-dock rail network and spearheaded the development of a new […]

What Is an International Warehouse? Solutions for Global Supply (2024)  Shopifysource

To most millennials, the semantics of ‘logistics’ are riddled with outdated stereotypes of a heavy haulier, or warehouse shelf stackers.The more desirable elements of the industry – of which there are many – are not projected to young people, causing a lack of exposure and knowledge about logistics. Luckily, my own perceptions of logistics are clearer than most of my generation. Although I have not directly worked in the field, […]

The uncertainty surrounding the EU unmanufactured tobacco tax is making it increasingly difficult for logistics companies to operate with a sense of security. Photo: Taco TuinstraBy George GayShortly after Erik Van Nueten, a director of Andromeda Tobacco Forwarding and Logistics, joined the Andromeda group in 2006, Tobacco Reporter ran a story on the company’s tobacco […]

Username Password Remember login Gebrüder Weiss, a logistics company, has recently acquired Cargo-Link, a family-owned freight forwarding company based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Cargo-Link specialises in shipping less-than-container load (LCL) and imports from Asia to mid-west-based customers in the U.S. The acquisition is a part of Gebrüder Weiss’s growth plans in North America. It […]

Abu Dhabi Customs to implement new measures to facilitate growth of trade movement from H2 2023Follow usAbu Dhabi Media Office – Copyright 2024Popular search termsFollow usAbu Dhabi Media Office – Copyright 202418 September 2023EconomyShare this articleAs part of its efforts to implement international best practices, The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs will launch improvements […]

AdvertisingBy SuperyachtNews03 Mar 2017A bonded warehouse is an exempted area that permits the indefinite storage of goods coming from outside the European Union without paying import taxes. Evolution’s new 2500m2 bonded warehouse, located 16km from Palma’s main shipyards, is available to vessels, captains and businesses in the yachting industry for goods-in-transit purposes.This method of storage […]

Geopolitics, not Economics, is Front and Center for Global…Even domestic shipping can be complicated. That’s why freight forwarders exist—they handle much of the complex paperwork and hassle needed to move cargo across borders. For freight forwarders, some cities are definitely better than others.To find out the best cities for freight forwarders, we asked Carlo De […]

ID 9673493 © Cflux | Dreamstime.com GXO Logistics is a one of a kind. In the pure-play contract logistics operator (PPCLO ? ?Loadstar Premium) sector it’s the Big Kahuna, second in size only to DHL Supply Chain in the wider contract logistics field, and with a deal pedigree that comes from its origins in Brad […]

Private bottling plant that transformed into a substantial whisky distiller and blender. Glen Catrine Bonded Warehouse was originally established as an independent blender and bottler to supply A. Bulloch & Co’s chain of shops with own-label whiskies. It expanded into vodka, gin, rum and other spirits and even picked up a handful of its own […]

Username Password Remember login The US-based supply chain solutions provider AIT has continued its shopping spree and acquired Global Transport Solutions Group (GTS), a prominent international freight forwarder specialising in time-critical marine spare parts logistics. The terms of the agreement remained undisclosed. Headquartered in the Netherlands, GTS and its more than 600 teammates across 16 locations […]

Username Password Remember login GAC Malaysia has bolstered the project logistics solutions available in East Malaysia through a partnership with Syarikat Uminaca, a manpower and stevedoring services provider. The JV aims to support development projects in the Malaysian states of Sarawak and Sabah. The partnership will have a strong focus on the country’s growing energy sector. […]

A decline in freight volumes, geopolitical concerns and cost inflation were top of mind for customs brokers and freight forwarders, according to Descartes’ eighth annual benchmark survey.Of the 272 participants polled by the supply chain software-as-a-service provider, most noted that while overall freight demand has fallen, shipment sizes have continued to increase, albeit at a […]

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has recently published a guidance document on its new website aimed at helping freight forwarders and exporters uphold compliance with U.S. export controls and regulatory requirements. The document emphasizes the significant role that freight forwarders play in securing the global supply chain and preventing the proliferation of illegal […]

© Ivan Naberezhnyy | By Angelo Mathais, India correspondent 13/05/2024 A recent seizure of laden import containers by Customs at Nhava Sheva is expected to lead to tightened cargo inspections and releases across Indian ports. Nhava Sheva handles a significant portion of India’s containerised trade and is the second busiest gateway, after Mundra Port. According […]

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board awarded a major, no-bid liquor warehousing and distribution contract Thursday despite objections from GOP lawmakers and questions from Auditor General Eugene DePasquale.Despite business protests, legislative concerns and auditor general questions, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board quickly and quietly approved Thursday a 10-year, $475 million contract to move its bottled wine and […]

Supply chain service provider APL Logistics has opened in Vietnam another container freight station (CFS), currently its largest single-roof facility in Southeast Asia, attracted by the ongoing regional integration and the bloc’s efforts to forge free trade agreements beyond its borders.The state-of-the-art consolidation center is located near major seaports and airports around Ho Chi Minh […]

Tobacco ban would be ‘serious’ for Dubai Duty Free  Logistics Middle Eastsource

Vietnam has been pushing the President Joe Biden administration to quickly change its “non-market economy” classification to “market economy”, in a bid to avoid high taxes imposed by the US on the goods imported from the Southeastern country.Although Vietnam has emerged as one of the top trading partners of the US and helped thwart China’s […]

Bill would repeal tobacco tax stamp, bonded warehouse laws, and require tax at import  The Guam Daily Postsource

Tuesday May 14, 2024 Entrepreneurs in the country’s furniture sector have demanded bonded warehouse facilities, similar to those in the textile sector, to increase furniture exports.They highlighted this issue at the opening ceremony of the 18th National Furniture Fair on Tuesday, mentioning that the global furniture market is worth about $557 billion, but Bangladesh exports […]

Petroleum division suggests custom bonded warehouses for foreign suppliers as a possible stop-gap solution to import woes. ISLAMABAD: The petroleum division has come up with a unique solution to address challenges faced by smaller Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) in importing crude oil into the country. A proposal put forth by the ministry has suggested that the import […]

Publication date 24 August 2022 | 20:05 ICT Reporter : Hin PiseiFarmers prepare tobacco leaves for drying in Kroch Chhmar district, Tbong Khmum province on February 6. YOUSOS APDOULRASHIM Cambodia exported 4,789.68 tonnes of dry tobacco leaves from January to July, rising by 100 per cent over the corresponding period last year, the Ministry of […]

AI-generated image: © MrFly By Charlie Bartlett 13/05/2024 Shipping’s response to the Red Sea crisis is to reduce capacity to an extent far exceeding expectations, leading to a situation in Europe for Asia-Mediterranean traffic not seen since the pandemic, according to some analysts. According to Xeneta, new transhipment networks, meant to reduce the impact of […]

By Gavin van Marle 13/05/2024 Specialist con-ro operator Atlantic Container Line (ACL) is redesigning its transatlantic network to offer more North American connections to Irish exporters through a new agreement with UK feeder operator BG Freight Line. The agreement will see BG Freight Line-sister company Peel Ports’ Liverpool container facilities become a regional hub for […]

KlearNow.AI accelerates the digitization of Customs clearance with AI-powered Customs Engine  American Journal of Transportationsource

Dong Nai province, in the southern region, is a prime choice for foreign companies in Vietnam with its strong infrastructure, logistics connectivity, and industrial parks. We profile its key advantages that has made it among the top ranked destinations for FDI in the country across multiple business lines. ‘Corporate Tax Planning for Businesses in Vietnam […]

The gap between air cargo spot rates and ocean rates on the transpacific is shrinking: a phenomenon which, during the pandemic, led to a greater use of airfreight. In the first week of this month, the average air cargo spot rate on the trade was around nine times higher than shipping by sea, said Xeneta […]

ID 136889402 © Olivier Le Moal | Dreamstime.com Container Trade Statistics released its March data and thus we finally have a benchmark number for Q1 market growth in terms of ocean volumes. And the picture among carriers and forwarders that so far reported is varied. On the carrier side, the largest volume gain so far […]

The bottleneck highlights how Boeing’s manufacturing challenges extend beyond its cash-cow 737 Max jet. Supply Chain Brand

Yellen had previously expressed concerns that China’s surplus of green technology exports could be hurting American manufacturers.  Supply Chain Brand

Freight brokerage and transportation management company Transportation Insight needed to streamline multiple legacy systems for interacting with customers and carriers.  Supply Chain Brand

Amir Fadavi, senior director with K2 Integrity, advises on the risks that supply chains face today in complying with a growing number of trade regulations and restrictions. Supply Chain Brand

Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated by the day. Are manufacturers being proactive enough to fight the growing threat of vendor payment fraud? Supply Chain Brand

The settlement combines 31 separate cases, and allows for additional compensation for residents who were within 10 miles of the derailment. Supply Chain Brand

The regulations from the EPA are part of a goal to cut toxic air pollution in the U.S. by over 6,200 tons each year. Supply Chain Brand

The agreement was signed by six Northern European nations in the face of concerns over increased risks to underwater energy infrastructure in the region. Supply Chain Brand

Coal exports will slump 6.3% for the year, according to U.S. Energy Department figures released on April 9. Supply Chain Brand

U.S. imports have continue to increase even as supply chain challenges in the Red Sea and at the Panama Canal have persisted. Supply Chain Brand

A case study about the application of drones employing artificial intelligence to the warehouse operations of Romark Logistics. Supply Chain Brand

For years, businesses have debated which is superior — EDI or API — but as companies evolve and require a more diverse set of tools, they realize that both play an important role. Supply Chain Brand

Retailers have an opportunity to prioritize a more sustainable supply chain. But how can they do this while continuing to grow the business? Supply Chain Brand

ERP modernization projects require data migration, implementation, testing, and more to go smoothly. But what is the most important thing to have in place to ensure your ERP strategy and implementation is setup to maximize success and reduce risk? Supply Chain Brand

An EU investigation revealed the two companies fixed prices of medium and heavy-duty vehicles over 14 years, leading to large fines in 2016 and 2017. Supply Chain Brand

The move is another step in Renault chief executive officer Luca de Meo’s efforts to boost local output at a time of transformation for the automotive industry. Supply Chain Brand

Logistics and supply chain professionals are moving away from the short-term survival thinking that characterized the pandemic period. Supply Chain Brand

Are global supply chains finally shaking off the after-effects of the pandemic? The latest findings from GEP’s Global Supply Chain Volatility Index suggest that might indeed be the case. Supply Chain Brand

The purpose of this guide is to provide organizations with a comprehensive resource that will assist them in navigating the process of selecting and implementing an EDI solution. Supply Chain Brand

William Theisen, CEO of EcoAct North America, says the SEC’s failure to include Scope 3 emissions in its new disclosure ruling is no excuse for companies to get complacent about the issue. Supply Chain Brand

With e-commerce demand spiking in 2020 and returning to a more level growth pattern in 2023, supply chains need to remain agile. Consumer behavior, technological advancements, environmental concerns, and market dynamics all influence how shippers evaluate process improvements today. Supply Chain Brand

This in-depth training is your gateway to harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, propelling your lead generation strategies, showing industry expertise, becoming a valued authority in the supply chain space, and giving your company the opportunity to be “famous” by being quoted or interviewed in the media. Supply Chain Brand

U.S. East Coast ports are modifying their operations to absorb cargo diverted from Baltimore harbor, where salvage specialists are clearing debris from the destroyed Francis Scott Key Bridge. Supply Chain Brand

It’s estimated that FedEx’s role as the primary air cargo provider for the USPS had brought in almost $2 billion in business yearly. Supply Chain Brand

Among those who were surveyed, 70% said they’ve lost at least 4.5% of their revenue to in-store inefficiencies in a variety of areas. Supply Chain Brand

United Airlines Holdings Inc. has asked pilots to take unpaid time off in May, a staffing cutback that could extend into late 2024. Supply Chain Brand

Consumers, governments and “green” financiers increasingly pressure all modes of transportation to reduce greenhouse emissions, says Constantine Komodromos, founder and chief executive officer of Vessel Bot. Supply Chain Brand

The trend in online perishable food sales poses a unique and complex logistical challenge.  Supply Chain Brand

Petroleos Mexicanos gas canceled contracts to supply its flagship Maya crude oil to refiners in the U.S., Europe and Asia. Supply Chain Brand

Projects funded by the grants include bridge, track, and grade crossing improvements, expanded passenger rail corridors, and workforce improvements.  Supply Chain Brand

A growing economy, drought conditions at the Panama Canal, and systems not designed to plan for trucking schedules could all spell trouble for the Port of LA in the months to come. Supply Chain Brand

The charity announced that it would be suspending its delivery of food aid on April 2, all while experts warn that famine is imminent in northern Gaza. Supply Chain Brand

A majority of the vessels permitted in the secondary channel will be ones helping with cleanup efforts for the collapsed Baltimore bridge. Supply Chain Brand

The two insulin drugs will be temporarily out of stock through the beginning of April, according to Eli Lilly.  Supply Chain Brand

La Niña is expected to usher in ample rains in a matter of weeks, providing relief after record dryness afflicted the key transit channel in 2023. Supply Chain Brand

Brands, carriers, and third-party logistics providers are rapidly adapting their operations to address a chaotic shipping landscape and skyrocketing customer demands. Supply Chain Brand

The growth in e-commerce in recent years has led to a surge in small-parcel volumes. Distributors are struggling to keep up with the deluge of shipments to consumers and businesses. Supply Chain Brand

Lee Smith, global trade attorney at Baker Donelson, reviews the top economic, regulatory and geopolitical concerns of supply chain executives for the coming year. Supply Chain Brand

The announcement comes nearly a year after a derailment in East Palestine, Ohio sparked a wide-ranging discussion regarding rail safety. Supply Chain Brand

The two companies’ joint-filing was submitted on April 1, and would look to limit their legal liability to $43.6 million.  Supply Chain Brand

Peru’s government is trying to revoke a deal that granted China’s Cosco Shipping exclusive rights to run the new Chancay Port. Supply Chain Brand

A major brand faced mounting pressure to adopt sustainable practices and reduce its environmental footprint. Consumers, retailers, and even regulators began demanding less (and penalizing) single-use plastic waste in the supply chain. Supply Chain Brand

New Boeing Chairman Steve Mollenkopf instead is reaching out directly to CEOs for major airlines in an attempt to smooth over strained relations. Supply Chain Brand

Foreign companies will be required to designate their authorized representative based in the member state in which they operate. Supply Chain Brand

The FAST PASS Act would mandate the secretary of transportation to study how critical cargo can be expedited in emergencies like hurricanes and pandemics.  Supply Chain Brand

Although cargo volumes were up 6% at the Port of Vancouver in 2023, container volumes were down 12% due to a variety of factors. Supply Chain Brand

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm March 25 announced a goal to “set a new gold standard for clean manufacturing” across the U.S. Supply Chain Brand

The advisory also highlights Houthi deceptive communications, provides information on the new Joint Maritime Information Center, and updates other threat info. Supply Chain Brand

The FAA is reportedly suspending United’s ability to approve and promote pilots to fly different aircraft models amid plans to increase oversight. Supply Chain Brand

Debra Hatter, partner with Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP, discusses the findings of the law firm’s second annual Global M&A Trends and Risks Report. Supply Chain Brand

In 20 years, the evolution of physical security in the supply chain may be remembered as one of the greatest driving forces of change in the supply chain industry.   Supply Chain Brand

For global supply chains striving to meet growing expectations of sustainability, transparency and traceability are essential capabilities. Supply Chain Brand

CDP says its research indicates at least $77 billion is under threat due to water risk in supply chains, with almost $7 billion at immediate risk. Supply Chain Brand

The early morning disaster at the Francis Scott Key Bridge will cause huge disruption — both for shipping at one of the busiest ports on the U.S. East Coast and on the roads. Supply Chain Brand

The three winners boast decades of trucking experience and numerous accolades throughout their years behind the wheel.  Supply Chain Brand

77% of of supply chain professionals said they prioritize inventory turnover, while 57% highlighted the need for forecast accuracy. Supply Chain Brand

ISA stresses how manufacturers and other decision makers can help to deliver the many benefits of automation more effectively through several key steps. Supply Chain Brand

According to Vessel Finder, the Dali hit a stone wall at the port of Antwerp in Belgium on its way to Bremerhaven in 2016.  Supply Chain Brand

E-SMART’s technology uses geo-fenced data along with GPS to find out when a tractor is on a road with a bridge under 13 feet and six inches. Supply Chain Brand

The company’s ADI provides recommendations to either accept or reject a tendered load by analyzing a variety of factors.  Supply Chain Brand

Baltimore for years has been the top U.S. vehicle-handling port, with more than 847,000 cars and light trucks processed through there last year. Supply Chain Brand

The company will also be shuttering an additional 370 Family Dollar stores and 30 Dollar Tree locations when their leases end. Supply Chain Brand

Fortunately, there is a ready-to-use (and simple) solution that can virtually eliminate the use of plastics in many types of packaging.  Supply Chain Brand

Arthur Axelrod, chief executive officer and founder of Dispatch Science, brings us up to date on technology trends among couriers and parcel carriers serving the last mile. Supply Chain Brand

With proper human oversight, NLP can reduce supply chain challenges even before they occur, thus potentially saving companies substantial time and money. Supply Chain Brand

Retailers are being forced to adapt to the emphasis buyers of home furnishing now put on overall service and last-mile delivery experience, over brand loyalty. Supply Chain Brand

A majority of the world’s food waste comes from households, accounting for roughly 60% of the billion tons thrown away in 2022. Supply Chain Brand

For all the costly hardware the U.S. and its allies have thrown at Houthi rebels, they haven’t been able to stop the attacks on freighters and warships in the Red Sea. Supply Chain Brand

Neptune’s robot cleans up biofouling: the algae, seaweed, barnacles and other organisms that accumulate on hulls, adding drag and reducing fuel efficiency. Supply Chain Brand

China’s surplus of solar power, electric vehicles, and lithium-ion batteries allows them to ship those products to other countries at lower rates. Supply Chain Brand

The collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge raises urgent questions about the vulnerability of infrastructure that keeps ships flowing through vital U.S. ports. Supply Chain Brand

Artificial intelligence can help eliminate unneeded inventory, says Sankalp Arora, chief executive officer and co-founder of Gather AI. Supply Chain Brand

Second-hand e-commerce has witnessed something of a boom period in recent years, fueled largely by changing consumer attitudes towards affordability, longevity, sustainability, and effectiveness. Supply Chain Brand

All shipping companies are mandated to monitor, report, and verify their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually in order to determine the EUA that they need. Supply Chain Brand

The five-foot-eight-inch humanoid robot would be used to automate “physically demanding, repetitive and dull tasks” in Mercedes-Benz’s manufacturing facilities.  Supply Chain Brand

To start 2024, the Port of Los Angeles has already moved an estimated 1.6 million TEUs, marking a 35% bump over that same period last year. Supply Chain Brand

The group believes hydrogen-powered planes are a crucial long-term solution to achieving a carbon-free future for aviation. Supply Chain Brand

A pair of slots are up for auction for transit dates starting on March 18, with an additional slot for dates beginning on March 25. Supply Chain Brand

While there’s no official count of the number of companies affected by the Canadian modern slavery law, it’s likely to include a significant number of American and Mexican businesses. Supply Chain Brand

The trend toward curbside pickup complicates the exercise of determining where tax should be collected, and the rate at which it should be applied. Supply Chain Brand

The market for containers is witnessing a significant mismatch between buyer and seller price expectations, because of continued strong demand. Supply Chain Brand

The Azerbaijani airline says it further demonstrates Silk Way West Airlines’ commitment to sustainability in the air cargo industry.   Supply Chain Brand

The Task Manager, a supply chain-focused project management tool, offers a product- and supplier-centric approach. Supply Chain Brand

Ukrainian farmers have sharply increased sales since Russian warships were pushed back by attacks with Ukrainian naval drones. Supply Chain Brand

AliExpress and Temu have frequently been neck-and-neck as two of the most valuable Chinese firms on the U.S. stock exchange. Supply Chain Brand

The tool collects carbon emission information gathered at the point of shipment execution using loading data within the TMS. Supply Chain Brand

Supply chain visibility has always been important, and it will remain top of mind for shippers, says Peter Weis, chief information officer and senior vice president of supply chain at ITS Logistics. Supply Chain Brand