Chamber of Commerce Embraces Medical Supply Chain Resilience Act
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce's senior vice president for International Policy, John Murphy, expressed support for the Medical Supply Chain Resilience Act introduced by Senators Tom Carper and Thom Tillis.
Addressing the Pacific Lift Challenge
The US military's preparations for conflict in the Pacific are being hindered by inadequate logistics planning, according to Bradley Martin and Christopher Pernin of the RAND Corporation.
Logistics Plus adds to European operations
Logistics Plus Inc., a logistics service provider based in Erie, Pennsylvania, has acquired Dutch company Jan Krediet in order to expand its presence in Europe.
Yellow Subsidiary Settles EEOC Claim Over Gender Discrimination in Driver Hiring
Yellow Corp. subsidiary USF Holland has agreed to pay $490,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) alleging gender discrimination in the hiring of truck drivers.
Bud Light Unveils New Ad Campaign to Spark a Turnaround
Bud Light aims to reverse it’s declining sales by launching a new marketing campaign designed to overcome adversity.
When was the first electrically powered windshield wiper invented?
In 1917, Charlotte, a woman inventor, built upon Mary Anderson's manual windshield wiper design.
Freight Sector Nears Turning Point as Depressed Market Rebalances in May
The freight sector is on the cusp of a turning point as the market rebalances and prepares for a rebound in business conditions, according to ACT Research.
White House Launches Travel Blitz with Significant Infrastructure Announcement on Monday
The White House is set to launch a travel blitz next week, with officials visiting more than 20 states over a three-week period.
Walmart Tightens Control on Tuna Supply Chain
Walmart has announced that it is implementing stricter standards for its tuna supply chain in an effort to combat issues that threaten the ocean ecosystem, including illegal fishing and abandoned fishing equipment.
Panama Canal Faces Century's Worst Drought
The Panama Canal, facing its driest period in over a century, has imposed transit restrictions since May, leading to reduced container loads for large vessels.
US still losing the EV race after signing a mineral deal with Japan
Japan is aiming to strengthen its position in the electric vehicle (EV) space through a critical minerals trade deal with the United States.
Food Industry Bounces Back After Years of Disruptions
The food industry has experienced significant disruptions in recent years, including Brexit, COVID-19, conflicts, weather events, animal diseases, and inflation, leading to a global increase in food prices.
Instant Pot Maker Suffers from Supply Chain Pressures
Instant Brands, the maker of the popular Instant Pot cooker and Pyrex glassware, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection due to ongoing financial struggles caused by supply chain pressures.
BNSF Prepares for Intermodal Surge After West Coast Ports' Contract Deal
Following the resolution of the contract dispute at West Coast ports, BNSF Railway Co. (BNSF) has announced its readiness to handle an anticipated surge in intermodal volumes once freight levels in the region return to normal.
Breaking the 4-Hour Barrier: Mateo Jaramillo's Quest to Extend Lithium Batteries
Form Energy's CEO, Mateo Jaramillo, discusses how iron-air batteries could revolutionize renewable energy, enabling 24/7 electricity production and reducing reliance on polluting energy sources.
First U.S. Arctic Deep Water Port: A Hub for Cruise Ships and Military Operations
The expansion of the port in Nome, Alaska, is set to transform the region, accommodating larger cruise ships, cargo vessels, and military ships, and making it the nation's first deep-water Arctic port.
Buttigieg Advocates 'Green Corridors' to Reduce Shipping Industry Emissions during Yokohama Port Visit
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited the port of Yokohama in Japan and emphasized the importance of establishing "green shipping corridors" to reduce carbon emissions in the shipping industry.
Tentative Labor Deal Calms Tensions at West Coast Ports
The International Longshore Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) have reached a six-year tentative deal, putting an end to the long-standing labor dispute at West Coast ports.
Philadelphia Bridge Collapse Threatens Food, Business Supplies, and Construction Materials
The closure of a section of I-95 in Philadelphia due to a bridge collapse is expected to impact a significant amount of freight transportation.
Just weeks after being banned from selling chips to China, Micron pledges a $600 million investment in the country
Micron Technology Inc. has announced a significant investment of $602 million in its chip-packaging plant in China, despite recent restrictions imposed by the Chinese government on the use of its semiconductors.