Supply Chain Matters

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Rivian Automotive is now free to sell its EV parcel vans to other parcel carriers, and added reinforcement from multiple ocean container shipping carriers that the existing industry volume declines could extend for two to three years. Increased automation of fulfillment services is cited as a further reason.

Supply Chain Design Software 52

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Cost Reduction Strategies 52

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JANUARY 3, 2023

The next step of the ZEV declaration integrates workstreams of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) High Level Action Champions (HLAC) with Automotive Manufacturers and The Climate Group’s EV100 to avoid duplication of effort and to pool resources.

Transportation 130

Transportation Supply Chain Planning Software Buyer Training Supply Chain Design Software 130

EcoVadis

OCTOBER 12, 2016

Some recent examples–of many–include a Brazilian ruling on a cement cartel , a Japanese ruling on a cardboard cartel , a South African ruling on a shipping cartel , and a US ruling on an automotive parts cartel. Panama Papers Are A Reminder Of Ethical Risks Lurking In The Supply Chain. What to read next.

Negotiate Pricing 40

Negotiate Pricing Sustainability Procurement Negotiating Skills 40

DAT Solutions

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Average train speeds have increased markedly in the last few months, with fewer interruptions by slow-speed trains carrying ore, coal, and petroleum products, and faster trains benefit the automotive industry. Panama Canal expansions will add to pressure on rail. Panama Canal expansions will add to pressure on rail. East Coast.

Trends 70

Trends Panama California Cargo 70

MIT Supply Chain

JUNE 3, 2021

Mexico is particularly strong in heavy manufacturing industries, notably, automotive. As the EIU report notes, USMCA adds impetus to nearshoring by raising regional content requirements to 75% in some sectors. In March of this year, the railroads Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern announced they had entered into a merger agreement.

Costa Rica 52

Costa Rica America Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 52

Resilinc

JANUARY 15, 2024

2 Automotive Companies Volvo and Tesla have both announced pauses in production as a result of ships rerouting around the Cape of Good Hope. East Coast ports, even though most cargo from Asia to the East Coast typically travels across the Pacific and through the Panama Canal. The disruptions primarily affect U.S.

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Industrial Industry United Arab Emirates Pakistan 118

Resilinc

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Currently, the Panama Canal, one of the world’s most important waterways, faces one of the driest years in over 140 years. Learn more in our Special Report: How Industries are Adapting to the Panama Canal Drought. Many sectors are affected by droughts, including agriculture, energy, water, utilities, and manufacturing.

Pharmaceutical 61

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Strategy 61