Congress is Addressing Drug Shortages Amidst the COVID-19 Crisis
Congress is taking action to address the critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in the U.S., which has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ship Fire Originated in Decks Containing Stored Cars
A ship fire off the Dutch coast that lasted almost a week originated in the upper decks where cars were stored, as stated by the CEO of the salvage company involved.
Saudi Arabia Extends 1M-Barrel Oil Cut, Leaves Option to Deepen
Saudi Arabia has extended its unilateral oil production cut of 1 million barrels a day into September, and the country says it may extend or deepen the cuts further.
US Apparel Retailers Break Ties With China Amid Growing Concerns
A growing number of US fashion companies are distancing themselves from China as their top supplier, with 61% of apparel retail CEOs no longer relying on China as their primary source.
The logistics economy experienced a slowdown in July
The Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) report for July indicates a slowdown in economic conditions within the logistics industry, continuing a trend that started earlier this year.
Iran's APT34 Conducts Supply Chain Attack on UAE
Iran's APT34, also known as OilRig, has launched a supply chain attack targeting government entities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
CJ Logistics Partners with World's 7th Largest Shipping Company, ONE
CJ Logistics, South Korea's largest parcel delivery service, has entered into a strategic partnership with Japan's Ocean Network Express (ONE), a global container shipping company.
Brookings Institute Raises Concerns Over US Military's Logistics Gap Compared to China
The Brookings Institute recently released a report titled "America can't afford to ignore the logistics triad," which highlights the critical role of logistics in military operations, particularly against formidable adversaries like China and Russia.
Solar Supply Chain Raises Human Rights Concerns as Transparency Declines
A new report by experts in human rights and the solar industry has raised concerns about the solar supply chain's lack of transparency amid human rights issues.
MIT Offers Humanitarian Logistics Course
MIT's Center for Transportation & Logistics is offering a free online course titled "Humanitarian Logistics," led by Dr. Jarrod Goentzel, director of the MIT Humanitarian Supply Chain Lab.
Supply Chain Report Investigates Deforestation Linked to Palm Growing in Colombia
An investigation by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Netherlands and AidEnvironment analyzed the palm oil supply chain in Colombia.
BMW warns of supply chain and inflation challenges in the future
German automaker BMW has raised its outlook but anticipates challenges ahead related to its supply chain, electrification trends, and inflation
Iconic American Hard Hat Job Sees Unprecedented Open Positions
The construction industry in America is facing an acute labor shortage of approximately 650,000 workers, which is slowing down the completion of various projects, from residential homes to infrastructure and hospitals.
Commerce Secretary Raimondo to Visit China Amid Simmering Tech Control Tensions
US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is planning to visit China in late August as part of the Biden administration's efforts to ease tensions between the two largest economies in the world.
Pertamina Signs Contracts Worth US$49.3M, Expanding to 26 International Routes
Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) achieved a major milestone by signing four business cooperation agreements with global players through its branch office, PIS Middle East (PIS ME), based in Dubai.
Amazon Accelerates Fast-Delivery Capabilities in the Post-COVID Era
Amazon.com Inc. is doubling down on its fast-delivery capabilities for its Prime service following a temporary slowdown during the pandemic.
$1B in Seized Shipments Exposes Supply Chain Visibility Issues in China
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has implemented the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), restricting imports of products made in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region if produced using forced labor.
Rail Freight from Canada to U.S. Witnesses Ongoing Decline Following Ports Strike
Rail freight from Canada to the U.S. has experienced a continuous decline, with a 12% decrease reported last week, according to the Association of American Railroads.
Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks to Strengthen Drug Supply Chain Through U.S. Manufacturing Prioritization
A bipartisan group of senators has introduced a bill aimed at strengthening the pharmaceutical supply chain by increasing drug manufacturing in the U.S. and allied countries.
Congress Urged to Regulate Self-Driving Vehicles for Safety and Uniform Standards
Advocates for the self-driving vehicle industry have urged Congress to take action and regulate autonomous cars and trucks.