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US ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
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UNFI extends Whole Foods distribution deal into 2032
The companies’ previous agreement was set to end in September 2027.
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BMW imported cars to the US using parts from banned supplier: Senate report
The automaker shipped at least 8,000 Mini Coopers that used components from a company based in China's Xinjiang region.
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Shipping carrier diversification benefits Lulus in Q1
The fashion brand has added more delivery providers in recent quarters to offset rising shipping costs.
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Toyota debuts renewable energy system at Port of Long Beach
The resources generated by the new system will support Toyota Logistics Services’ vehicle-processing and distribution center at the port.
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Under Armour plans layoffs, 25% SKU reduction
The retailer is looking to “sell much more of much fewer products" over the long term, CEO and founder Kevin Plank said.
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A critical mineral inventory glut masks long-term supply constraints
An International Energy Agency report urges producers to diversify supply chains and up investments to avoid future lithium shortfalls.
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Delivery carrier SpeedX pursues growth with zone-skipping service
The company expects to triple or quadruple its volumes this year as it competes with the likes of FedEx and UPS.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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J&J Snack Foods opens third distribution center in supply chain overhaul
The food manufacturer is shipping 81% of its sales orders from its new network, compared to just 26% a year ago, according to its CEO.
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Big Y names VP of logistics, distribution
Starting at the end of May, Eric Swensen will oversee self-distribution operations with a focus on fresh and local products.
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Careismatic Brands to close Dallas distribution centers, lay off 400 employees
The scrubs maker's closures follow bankruptcy and years of supply chain woes.
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South Carolina Ports Authority resumes operations after software issue
The port halted activity at marine and inland terminals until Tuesday afternoon as it worked to resolve the disruption.
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Walmart fires back at Amazon in fast delivery race
The retailer delivered 4.4 billion items over the past 12 months with either same-day or next-day speeds.
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Kent Outdoors names new supply chain officer
Dave D’Angelo has experience with product development in the sporting goods industry and will aim to help the company with new opportunities.
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Walmart beats expectations in Q1 as revenue surpasses $160B
The company's e-commerce sales rose 21%, driven by store-fulfilled pickup and delivery and strength within its marketplace.
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H-E-B opens 8th e-commerce fulfillment facility
While some grocers are scaling back on opening e-commerce-focused facilities, the grocer plans to add more of them to its Texas footprint.
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FedEx to pursue air network changes post-USPS contract, CFO says
While the company will still have daytime flight operations, it "will not be as wedded to" that area after the deal expires.
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Barfresh appoints first-ever VP of supply chain and co-manufacturing
The role will support the CPG’s goals of launching new products and partnerships within its asset-light strategy.
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Shein factory employees work 75-hour weeks for low wages: report
The fast fashion giant responded to the allegations by saying the report doesn't convey "the reality" of the organization.
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DHL Supply Chain names new CEO of North America
Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.
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Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods
Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.
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East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations to start soon
Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.
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Q&A
Regulations could improve ESG in fashion, but Worldly exec says it’s not enough
James Schaffer said recent mandates that require companies to disclose financial and environmental risks are a bellwether of the industry’s future.
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Maersk expands air cargo footprint with Miami hub
The 90,000-square-foot facility aims to help improve connectivity to markets in Latin America.