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Volkswagen Selects Canada for North America Battery Production

Supply Chain Matters

Global automotive maker Volkswagen announced this week its decision to construct a battery production plant in Canada. A further consideration was proximity to key raw materials including minerals , lithium , nickel and cobalt which Canada ’s mining sectors can provide. Thomas, Ontario , upwards of a two hour drive from Detroit.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 2 – 8)

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Air Canada wants more cargo jets 3 months after launching service. Chipotle Mexican Grill says its goal to source and sell chicken that’s certified as humanely raised has been delayed because its suppliers weren’t able to make the necessary changes without disrupting supply. Mexican factories gain in supply chain revamps.

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Supply Chain Matters News Capsule Follow-up: Regulator Approves Canadian Pacific Merger with KCS and Added Rivian Development

Supply Chain Matters

The prize was the creation of a railroad network that could provide singular service spanning Canada , the United States and Mexico , the first of its kind. Maritime Commission had earlier opposed the merger, saying that ports and intermodal railway systems in Canada will disproportionally benefit at the expense of their U.S.

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Big Tech and Auto Battle for the World’s Cobalt Resources

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However, as standards for sourcing become more strict, these big players may lose business if they fail to provide visibility into their supply chains. Cobalt demand will exceed supply by 42% in 2025 and 170% in 2030. The famously idealistic Silicon Valley company has pledged to source all of its cobalt in North America.

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Big Tech and Auto Battle for the World’s Cobalt Resources

Elementum

However, as standards for sourcing become more strict, these big players may lose business if they fail to provide visibility into their supply chains. Cobalt demand will exceed supply by 42% in 2025 and 170% in 2030. The famously idealistic Silicon Valley company has pledged to source all of its cobalt in North America.