“China has continued to embrace a state-led, mercantilist approach to the economy and trade, despite WTO members’ expectations,” the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said in its annual report to Congress.
CNBC’s Lori Ann LaRocco writes about the ramping up of manufacturing in China, and the subsequent ramping up of cargo headed to the U.S. via ships.
The fake Oral-B toothbrush heads, which arrived at Philadelphia airport from Turkey, were likely made in “unsanitary facilities with substandard materials,” U.S. Customs and Border Protection said.
“In 2020 both governments expect to implement low-cost, high-impact strategies to simplify customs and immigration screening and reduce wait times,” the U.S. State Department said.
Brian Aoaeh explores the vulnerability of supply chains in an interconnected world that is threatened by a potential pandemic.
The logistics startup aims to improve delivery performance for construction industry.
Transportation and logistics software provider 3Gtms acquires cloud-based shipping software provider Pacejet.
project44 has introduced the industry’s first carrier onboarding service level agreement (SLA) that promises shippers a significant reduction to their time-to-value.
The UN Human Rights Council has developed a database identifying companies that conduct business with Jewish settlements in the West Bank.
‘Strong sales’ in February are expected to continue through Easter. Disruptions to the company’s supply chain continue to be monitored.
Texas-based TUYA has built a platform that helps B2B’s have real-time visibility over their product movement as they work with delivery companies.
China’s largest ecommerce company, JD.com, not ready to completely quantify coronavirus disruption.
FreightWaves Market Expert Mike Baudendistel writes about the issues impacting rail intermodal in 2020, and the ongoing battle between the railroads and the trucking industry.
Brian Aoaeh explores unforeseen shocks to global supply chains and global commerce.
U.S. export licenses are required for numerous types of highly infectious diseases that are shared in the form of samples for medical research between labs around the world.
OneRail is a last-mile orchestration and fulfillment platform that consolidates the needs of shippers and retailers onto a single platform.
New service helps companies wade through turbulent trade waters.
The Home Depot continues to report record sales growth on the back of a “very strong” consumer.
The trade war between the U.S. and China caused companies to adapt supply chains and the transportation of their products. Darren Prokop writes about those changes and their impacts.
Ecommerce is a competitive market, and companies need to provide a highly flexible delivery experience to retain their customers.
CalAmp introduces iOn Tag and iOn Vision solutions that will improve operations, provide long-term cost savings and enhance driver safety.
The study hopes to produce data that will persuade shippers and cargo owners to move freight using a “marine highway.”
Railroads once carried much of the fresh produce across the U.S. Can they do it again? Jim Blaze explores the topic in his latest commentary.
The bankruptcy of several trucking firms has impacted capacity and U.S. trailer availability in Mexico, forcing companies to look at different ways to keep freight rates low.
The Artic Ocean may be the next area that sees the superpower nations “rubbing up” on each other in search of faster ocean passage and a new source of natural resources.
Logistics continues to adapt due to globalization and technological innovations. This article explores trends that may change logistics in 2020.
Companies that have been outsourcing and far-sourcing their supplies might now look to source closer to their assembly line to have flexibility during times of disruption.
Inland trucking slowdown in China leaves port reefer plugs full, blocking refrigerated food imports.
Brian Aoaeh explains how simulated bifurcation technology may change supply chain operations in the near future.
While capacity utilization in long-haul trucking is going down, the capacity needs of last-mile delivery are increasing due to the rise of e-commerce.
Ben Thrower explores the U.S. food chain is complex, but provides a cornucopia of food choices in almost unlimited supply.
FreightRoll is a trade documentation and tracking platform that enables companies to digitalize paper documents from their freight operations.
This strategic partnership will provide Redwood customers with visibility into an additional 500,000 trucks.
Many turn to factoring to ease cash crunches.
More tariff and sanction risks lie ahead for ocean shipping.
Data analytics startup ClearMetal pioneers continuous delivery experience (CDX) that enables logistics stakeholders to optimize supply chains and improve customer experience.
Manhattan Associates says demand for cloud-based supply chain services remains robust and led to a record peak season.
INTTRA by E2open on Tuesday announced a new technology platform, compliant with the new Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) Interface Standard for Track and Trace 1.0, published last week by […]
The Wuhan coronavirus has forced several Chinese cities into a state of lockdown, severely affecting manufacturing hubs and constricting global supply chains.
In case you weren’t able to catch our live broadcasts from Music City at the Air Cargo Conference at the top of this week, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered right here, right now for a “just in time” delivery.
The pharmaceutical industry loses at least $15 billion of product a year to temperature deviations that force cargo disposal.
To have an edge in the logistics market, it is critical for companies to spot the right talent and retain them in their ranks over a considerable period of time.
The World Economic Forum opened today. Climate change is the most-feared risk of respondents to a WEF poll. Brian Aoaeh comments that disruption of global supply chains is the real fear.
We gear up into this frigid week with a wild ride of headlines and industry updates. First, some bad news: a fatal shooting at a family-owned trucking company in San […]
We gear down into the backhaul of our week with news of a headline glitch. Starting early Thursday, small-business truckers who rely on the spot market began reporting problems logging […]
Brian Aoaeh writes about the challenges and opportunities of logistics in Africa – and what will likely occur in the next few years.
Andy Peters provide details about happenings in the warehousing- distribution center-real estate sector.
Market Expert Anthony Smith provides insight into the all-important housing market as 2020 gets underway.
Dupré Logistics and HOYER form bulk transport entity to provide supply chain services domestically and internationally.
Digital business-to-business freight marketplaceTrella helps reduce costs by automating logistics processes.
The CEO is in India to attend the inaugural Amazon Smbhav summit bringing more than 3,000 small businesses together.
We gear up this week with a man charged on Thursday with shooting a truck driver on I-269 outside Memphis, Tennessee, after an in-cab video captured the suspected killer. Violence […]
Phase One of the U.S.-China trade deal is scheduled to take effect Wednesday. Read CNBC’s Lori Ann LaRocco’s take on how that trade has changed since the tariff war began — and how it may never be quite the same.
Businesses can leverage technology and incentivize consumers to ensure sustainability within their logistics operations.
The global logistics industry is big and getting bigger.
Planning for disaster “is about the unknown unknowns, the Black Swans, the things that are so far beyond our comprehension.”
Email and spreadsheets still coin of supply chain realm, but startup sees cloud-based future.
Companies from Amazon to Zulily agree to help Customs and Border Protection figure out how to identify and target high-risk shipments.
Wider use of technology within supply chains has helped create greater efficiency and better forecasting of logistics operations.
Seko Logistics acquires Air-City to boost exposure in NYC and China
Businesses today are looking to make last-mile deliveries as flexible as possible to ensure high-quality customer experience.
Brian Aoaeh writes about the “other” side of ecommerce – the returns of unwanted merchandise and how retailers are handling the issue.
Overseas shipping – particularly during the holidays – can be difficult. Here are some tips for making the process easier and more successful.
The ongoing political strife in Hong Kong is not directly slowing shipping activity at the world’s busiest cargo airport, but could gradually reshape supply chains in unexpected ways. A two-day […]
FreightTech will be even more important and pervasive in 2020. Learn about some of the expanding trends in FreightTech.
India spends 14% of its GDP on logistics; the country’s government is actively looking to reduce that amount by introducing key reforms in the sector.
The 2010s started with logistics in its traditional place toward the back of the bus. The decade ended with logistics behind the wheel. It began with the sector, like the […]
Market Expert Anthony Smith writes about the factors that will affect the U.S. economy in 2020 and what that willl mean for business.
Charley Dehoney provides detailed information on freight visibility platforms and how they are changing the logistics/supply chain space.
With Christmas 2019 just celebrated, here is an only-in-Alaska tale of goodies from the sky. While the logistics involved are nowhere near as flawless as Santa Claus’ annual air courier […]
Brian Aoaeh writes about the convergence of climate change activitism and the need to modify supply chains going forward.
International trade and customs attorney Zhaokang Jiang explains how China is aiming to improve cross-border trade efficiency, create fair competition and ensure compliance and sustainable growth.
Air Cargo Market Expert Jesse Cohen writes an insightful commentary on what the outlook for air cargo is in 2020.
DHL Supply Chain North America’s Jim Monkmeyer talks trade, customers and the perception gap with shippers
Market expert David Faulkenberry explains the details of final mile delivery.
Brian Aoaeh writes about key trucking events in 2019 and looks ahead to 2020.
A trade war truce is not stopping multinationals from exploring alternative sourcing options to China, but moving supply chains is difficult, says expert.
The digitalization of Navantia’s purchasing and procurement segments have led to a 52% increase in purchasing efficiency and reduced its supply cycle time by 25%.
Consumer demands and expectations are rising dramatically. Up to 25% of consumers are willing to pay extra for same-day delivery. Some estimate same-day delivery will reach a 25% market share […]
Darren Prokop writes about the complexities of international trade (imports and exports) and how transportation is measured in that mix.
Even a full U.S.-China trade deal might not stop shippers moving production out of China. But is the U.S. a realistic option?
Market Expert Michael Baudendistel writes about rail intermodal volume is lower for the long-term, or can it be more competitive with trucking.
Global shipping giant Maersk has opened its latest logistics and distribution center to cope with growing domestic demand in Vietnam.
The company has built a thriving business based on principle of not making truck drivers wait.
For many people around the world, celebrating the holidays involves sharing food with family and friends. As we approach the holidays to celebrate the end of 2019 and the beginning […]
Resilience360’s report on the impact of U.S.-China trade war discusses the uncertainty it has brought to global trade.
International container operator DP World joins Asian and European feeder networks together; synergies – and tensions – abound, say analysts.
British transport associations call on Prime Minister Johnson to quickly agree a future trading arrangement with the European Union.
On Dec. 15, the same day Chinese tariffs were set to kick in on some U.S. goods, China agreed to suspend those levies, according to media reports. The suspension covers […]
Logistics software company took action after learning of tens of thousands of dollars spent entertaining clients at adult venues.
The U.S. and China have reached a deal that will prevent additional U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports from going into effect on Dec. 15.
The U.K. is now almost certain to leave the European Union on Jan. 31. However, a no-deal Brexit remains a possibility.
Freight forwarding giant details innovation required to balance sustainable packaging with customer satisfaction and product safety.
A company’s journey to improving freight payments yields broader insights about the value of data quality.
The delay of aircraft components and replacement parts can mean tens of thousands of dollars in losses for airlines waiting to make necessary repairs, which is why so many turn to specialized logistics providers.
It’s been another banner year for venture capital (VC) investment as investors sunk $11.7 billion in supply chain technology across 371 deals during the first three quarters of 2019, according […]
Consumers want more information about their food – where does it come from, was it ethically sourced, was it shipped in a safe and sanitary manner, etc. Ben Thrower provides information about how this trend is impacting food companies, growers and consumers.
Transportation Insight pushes into LTL brokerage with acquisition of FreightPros
With less than a month until the IMO 2020 regulations go into effect, Ben Thrower writes about the impacts about to hit the maritime industry, importers/exporters and consumers.
The DHL Connectedness Index analyzes the flows of trade, capital, information and people across the world to understand its impact on globalization.
