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This Week in Logistics News (August 6 – 12)

Logistics Viewpoints

I read earlier this week that pressure on the supply of critical materials will continue to mount as road transport electrification expands to meet net-zero ambitions. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), demand for electric vehicle (EV) batteries will increase from around 340 GWh today to over 3500 GWh by 2030.

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Supply Chain Scope: New Study Shows Rise in US Inventories; California Estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030

Arkieva

Sustainable Freight Action Plan for California is estimated to Improve Freight Efficiency by 25% in 2030. The Sustainable Freight Action plan released by California governor Jerry Brown outlines a long-term 2050 vision and guiding principles for California’s future freight transportation system. Supply Chain News.

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Top 5 Logistics Challenges and Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry

GlobalTranz

And moving materials and products was made difficult, especially at the start of the pandemic, due to closed borders, limited air freight, and driver shortages. Meaning, instead of opting to minimize excess inventory by only ordering what they would need to meet expected orders, they are ordering more additional inventory to avoid shortages.

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Navigating Freight Management Efficiencies with AI

ThroughPut

Increased labor costs, declining freight rates, high demand for quick shipping with reduced bulk orders, skyrocketing carrier margins etc. are just some of the variables impacting logistics and freight operations globally. Making every mile count with AI-powered Freight Management Software – 5 Benefits.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 12 – 18)

Logistics Viewpoints

By 2030, the Coca-Cola Co. Design: make all primary consumer packaging recyclable by 2025 and use 50 percent recycled material in our packaging by 2030. Collect: collect and recycle a bottle or can for every bottle or can sold by 2030. The ongoing freight backups at maritime ports is disrupting global supply chains.

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Carbon Mitigation Actions; For The Planet, And for the Pocket

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

This is not just for meeting a target – it is for the health of our planet. More importantly, this same voluntary market is projected to increase to $50 billion by 2030. According to a recent SGInnovate webinar, the voluntary carbon market is worth about $5.5 billion a year.

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Boeing’s Production Quality Crisis Significantly Escalates

Supply Chain Matters

and internationally based airline customers are seeking a meeting directly with the company’s board of directors. According to the WSJ , board chairperson Larry Kellner and a selection of two other Boeing board members will participate in these meetings as soon as next week. All rights reserved.

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