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Navigating M&A Trends in the Transportation, Logistics, and Energy Storage Space

Logistics Viewpoints

The transportation, logistics, and energy storage sectors are undergoing profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving consumer expectations, and the global pursuit of sustainability. In transportation and logistics, this has manifested as a significant focus on electrification and renewable energy integration.

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The US FDA’s Phase-Out of Synthetic Food Dyes – Supply Chain Impacts & Challenges

Logistics Viewpoints

Cold chain infrastructure may be necessary for both raw material and finished goods transport. In many cases, current warehouse and transportation arrangements will need to be re-evaluated. Several states, including California and West Virginia, have already passed legislation limiting or banning the use of certain synthetic dyes.

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

Logistics Viewpoints

Freight and Logistics: Rerouting Trade and Adjusting Capacity Freight carriers and logistics firms are seeing increased demand for alternative trade routes and transport methods, as tariffs and customs inspections create major slowdowns at North American borders. Conclusion: A New Reality for Global Trade?

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Delivering the Drinks: Streamlining Beverage Transportation with Kristina Bernarducci

The Logistics of Logistics

Kristina Bernarducci and Joe Lynch discuss delivering the drinks: streamlining beverage transportation. Expands the companys reach with assets and an office in Buena Park, California. Kristina and the Bettaway team are big supporters of Wreaths Across America. Bettaway West, Inc.:

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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. Transportation Delays: Major road closures, including highways and local access routes, may impede the movement of goods.

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Driver Shortage Myths Debunked: Freight Demand Drives Trucking Jobs

Freight Waves

In California and Arizona, this increased drayage and local freight, boosting trucking payrolls by 8%. Container Ports: A 17% rise in 2021 retail imports at ports like California and Georgia fueled drayage and transloading jobs. E-commerce, ports, and manufacturing drive job growth by increasing transport needs.

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Layoff wave hits freight sector as nearly 9,000 jobs slashed

Freight Waves

States that saw the most freight-related layoffs include Arizona, Alabama, California, Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas. 12 768 Blue Diamond Growers Sacramento, California Almond growers cooperative Closing almond processing and manufacturing operations Sept. In the U.S., Globe Motors and Geodis Inc.,

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