The implications of Tesla's charging partnerships with Ford and GM for the electric vehicle industry
Ford Motor, General Motors, and Tesla have made significant strides in revolutionizing the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in North America.
Operations at the Port of Seattle have been suspended due to a clash between the ILWU and the PMA
Cargo operations at the Port of Seattle have been halted due to coordinated work actions led by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU), according to a tweet from the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA), which represents terminal operators.
Does China emerge as the ultimate victor in the nearshoring landscape?
The practice of nearshoring, particularly bringing manufacturing back from Asia to the Western hemisphere, is seen as an advantage for American producers.
Schneider announces the capacity to simultaneously charge 32 battery-powered trucks at its California facility
Schneider National Inc. has inaugurated a new electric charging depot at its South El Monte Intermodal Operations Center in California to support its fleet of approximately 100 battery-powered Class 8 trucks, specifically the Freightliner eCascadia battery electric trucks (BETs).
How embracing technology can help global logistics
Digitalization has brought about transformative changes in logistics and the supply chain, revolutionizing global operations.
Manufacturing firms express concerns about interest rates and a shortage of talent
A recent study conducted by Sikich, a Chicago consulting firm, reveals low optimism among manufacturing industry leaders due to rising interest rates, economic challenges, and a talent shortage.
Attracting and Retaining New Talent in Trucking
The trucking industry is facing a recruitment and retention challenge, particularly among younger generations.
Major Collapse on I-95 in Philadelphia After Tanker Truck Fire
Interstate 95 in Philadelphia experienced a collapse after a tanker truck carrying flammable cargo caught fire, resulting in the closure of a significant section of the highway. A
Prioritizing Resilience in Agricultural Supply Chains
Enhancing resilience in food supply chains is crucial to avoid hunger, price spikes, and agricultural market struggles experienced during crises such as the pandemic and conflicts like the one in Ukraine.
Biden-Harris Administration Allocates $20 Million for Domestic Enhancement
Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has awarded $400,000 to each of its MEP National Network Centers across the United States and Puerto Rico, totaling over $20 million in funding.
Global governments are seeking solutions to semiconductor shortages
Various governments worldwide have introduced semiconductor strategies worth billions of dollars to address supply chain disruptions and secure chip supplies.
Divided Perspectives: Uncertainty Plagues the US Trucking Market
Experts are divided on the state of the US trucking market, with some suggesting it's the right time to secure contracts while others anticipate more favorable deals in the future.
Optimistic Carriers Persist Despite Worries of a Delayed Peak Season
Freight forwarders remain hopeful for a container demand recovery this year, according to a survey by Container xChange.
Electric Buses are the Silent Revolution in Public Transportation
According to BloombergNEF's Electric Vehicle Outlook, electric buses are set to dominate the global market by 2032, with approximately half of the world's buses running on battery power.
Unraveling the Billions Lost in COVID-19 Relief Funds
The COVID-19 relief funds intended to combat the pandemic and stabilize the economy became the target of the greatest grift in U.S. history.
Port of Los Angeles Approves $2 Billion Budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024
The Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners has given its approval to a $2 billion annual budget for the Port of Los Angeles for the fiscal year 2023/2024.
Julie Su, the nominee for Labor Secretary, remains under scrutiny regarding AB5
Julie Su, President Biden's nominee for Labor Secretary, faced additional scrutiny during her testimony before the House Committee on Education and the Workforce regarding her role in California's controversial worker classification law, AB5.
West Coast Ports Face Congestion as Labor Dispute Causes Ship Backlog, Risking Supply Chain Disruption
Labor fight at West Coast ports leads to ship congestion and rising commercial shipping prices, posing a risk of supply chain disruptions and potential shortages or higher prices.
The Relationship Between the IRA and the US Battery Supply Chain: Understanding the Context
The Biden administration's Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), aimed at promoting clean energy technologies and bolstering the US clean energy industry, has had a significant impact on the lithium-ion battery (LiB) value chain for electric vehicles and energy storage.
The Impact of ChatGPT on the Supply Chain Industry
The use of large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT has the potential to revolutionize the supply chain industry.