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Supply Chain Impacts from Russia-Ukraine Conflict

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I believe many of us are spending an abundance of time reading about the Russia-Ukraine war. Russia and Ukraine both provide exports that serve as inputs to many international companies. Its largest export markets are Russia, China, Germany, Poland, and Italy. International shipping has faired well so far.

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This Week in Logistics News (March 12 – 18)

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Russia-Ukraine war is worsening shipping snarls. Biden announces US will move to revoke Russia’s “most favored nation” trade status. The ongoing Russia – Ukraine war continues to disrupt global supply chains. This has created a heavy buildup of ships waiting to get through the Kerch strait.

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This Week in Logistics News (May 27 – June 2)

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That prospect became more conceivable, they said, after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine prompted companies to sever ties with Russia, sometimes taking huge write-downs. Walmart added new functionality that lets sellers purchase shipping labels for domestic orders on its marketplace. Walmart SWW currently offers FedEx and USPS shipping.

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FedEx’s Network 2.0, UPS Extends Pilot Contracts, Amazon Slows Warehouse Expansion & More

Intelligent Audit

After less than optimal Q1 numbers, “Amazon has delayed or canceled plans for at least 13 facilities in its distribution network this year,” Supply Chain Dive reported. slowed e-commerce growth has revealed that Amazon needs to grow into its current warehouse distribution network before launching.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 26 – March 4)

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Ukraine in the news: War in Ukraine disrupts ships around the globe. Walmart steps up automated store distribution. The world’s biggest container ship operators, A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S and Mediterranean Shipping Co., Maersk and MSC said they would continue to move foodstuffs to and from Russia.

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6 Emerging Trends In Supply Chain and A Deeper Look into Driverless Vehicles

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This means that the world has opened up to countries like China, India, Brazil and Russia open for business. To be able to deal with tariffs and customs, many supply chain companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers who help them manage in-country transportation, distribution, and warehousing. Managing Risk.

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AB5 Protests, US Foods Focuses on Scope 3 Emissions, UPS 2Q Results

Intelligent Audit

The logistics of food distribution are already complicated, yet US Foods is going the extra mile to collaborate with suppliers to track their Scope 3 emissions. Inflated trucking costs have impacted the global supply chain on top of air and ocean cargo. US Foods Prioritizes Reducing Scope 3 Emissions. UPS Healthcare Gets an Upgrade.

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