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Global Supply Chains in Flux as U.S. Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China Take Effect

Logistics Viewpoints

The 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports and 20% tariffs on Chinese goods are expected to increase production costs, disrupt logistics networks, and force companies to rethink supply chains. Exploring alternative shipping routes via Gulf Coast ports to bypass land border congestion. Today’s escalation of U.S.

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Southern California Wildfires and Windstorm 

Exiger Perspectives

Southern California Wildfires and Windstorm Client Alert Supply Chain Risk Alert Severe wildfires and windstorms have impacted Southern California since January 7, 2025. Power outages, evacuations, and closures of key transportation routes have disrupted production and distribution networks in the Southern California region and beyond.

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Two positive votes on logistics at Moody’s: GXO and C.H. Robinson

Freight Waves

Moody’s has weighed in on two logistics providers in recent days, and the word from the influential provider of debt ratings was positive both times. The increase in GXO’s rating put the contract logistics provider at a level considered equivalent to the BBB- rating that S&P Global Ratings (NYSE: SPGI) has had on GXO for several years.

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What is Multi Carrier Shipping Software?

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To thrive in this world, companies must make shipping cost-effective. Multi carrier shipping allows your company to become carrier-independent. The best multi-carrier solutions include more than just parcel shipping. Instead, you can choose between parcel, freight, courier or LTL shipping as needed.

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Insider threat cargo theft cases rose in Q2, expert says

Freight Waves

It’s become a bit more sophisticated where it’s happening sort of further from the railhead, so more inland in California, or even as far as sort of Arizona, or other neighboring states.” To protect themselves against theft and fraud, Pelli recommended companies and logistics professionals do their due diligence on carriers.

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Net-Zero Commitments Are Reshaping Carbon Tracking in CPG Supply Chains

Supply Chain Brain

That includes everything from raw materials and manufacturing to packaging and logistics. federal environmental, social and governance (ESG) regulations such as the proposed SEC climate rules remain contested, while California (SB 253 ) and New York (A4123 ) have introduced climate disclosure laws. In the U.S.,

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Safeguarding Your Supply Chain: Proven Strategies to Mitigate Risk and Maximize Agility

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Operational risks: Supplier bankruptcies, poor quality control, or delays in logistics. Whether its political unrest in a region, shipping delays, or a sudden price hike, relying too heavily on one source can bring your operations to a grinding halt. Reputational damage: Negative press or social media backlash from unethical suppliers.