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COP26: 5Zs that changed the world

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

by Wolfgang Lehmacher, Anchor Group & Mikael Lind, Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE). In Sweden, there are initiatives such as I.Hamn and SARGASSO. Part 1–Defining the moment. Even with all new Glasgow pledges for 2030, we will emit roughly twice as much in 2030 as required for 1.5

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Top 10 Supply Chain Disruptions: 2023 Midyear Recap

Resilinc

The industries experiencing the most disruptions for the first half of the year include life sciences, healthcare, high-tech, automotive, and aerospace. Automotive also saw significant recalls. Below we take a closer look at the top 10 supply chain disruptions that impacted these major industries for the first half of 2023. #1

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This Week in Supply Chain Tech- January 19 2024

Supply Chain Matters

The cell has been validated for a best-in-class energy density of over 160 watt-hours per kilogram at the company’s R&D and industrialization campus, Northvolt Labs , in Västerås, Sweden. This supplier has plans to further expand a materials recycling facility located adjacent to the production facility.

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Is Mexico the World's Next Manufacturing Hub?

Elementum

According to Deloitte’s 2016 Global Manufacturing Competitiveness Index, Mexico ranks number eight out of 40 countries including Canada, Sweden, and Vietnam. Mexico may become the global manufacturing nerve center if the country plays its cards right. Lower costs and proximity to the U.S. Branching Out.

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Shortages of coolant set to impact the semiconductor industry

Resilinc

According to Cooling Post , a trade journal for the refrigerant industry, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark are also pushing the EU to restrict the use of PFAS used in manufacturing common refrigerants HFC and HFO. Belgium, for example, is urging an EU-wide ban on use of the substances.

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Top 20 Verified Supply Chain Experts You Can Hire

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Expertise: Sourcing, Supply Chain Analysis, Logistics & Transportation, Logistics Management Consulting, Freight (Maritime, Land, or Air), Logistics Technology Solutions. They come from a variety of backgrounds. Hire any of them as your supply chain consultant and see the difference! You can Hire Matias or start a conversation from here

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4 Crucial Commodities to Watch in 2023

Resilinc

Some sources predict future lithium shortages due to the large quantities of water required for lithium production, which is taxing for areas like South America and Australia that are prone to drought. Automotive, aerospace, and healthcare industries—all of these industries use parts that contain polysilicon.”

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