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Supply Chain and Logistics Predictions for 2016

Talking Logistics

Terrorism : The recent terrorist attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, coupled with the ongoing instability in Syria and Iraq and the spread of ISIS, have raised the risk for terrorism-related supply chain disruptions in 2016. There will be a lot less air shipped in boxes, trailers, and containers next year.

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How Will Climate Change Impact Supply Chains in 2024?

Resilinc

This drought impacted hydropower, disrupted shipping, and affected five million people in southern China, according to the World Meteorological Organization. However, low rainfall and rising temperatures have accelerated evaporation, causing water levels in the river to plummet.

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2023 Sanctions Trends

Exiger Perspectives

To add to the mix there are also other sanctions imposed by countries such as Canada, Japan, and Australia, which must be considered by some firms. China has been supplying Russia with goods, such as smartphones, vehicles, computer chips, ships, and aircrafts. Sino-American relations are descending to an all-time low.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 13 – 19)

Logistics Viewpoints

Walmart in the news: Walmart launches pilot program for customers to recycle reusable shopping bags Walmart Canada says robots are coming to 2 Ontario warehouses, but jobs not at risk Amazon has become the largest private EV charging operator Biden calls for steep hike to tariff on Chinese steel S. A third group are labelers.