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Insider threat cargo theft cases rose in Q2, expert says

Freight Waves

The company’s second-quarter global cargo theft report – for the period between April 1 to June 25 – shows Miami and Los Angeles were the top two hot spots for insider participation cargo thefts in the U.S. In North America, Mexico had the most overall cargo theft incidents at 63% during the quarter, the U.S.

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Studies Identify Top Supply Chain Disruption Risks

Supply Chain Matters

In 2023 , a worker strike among delivery and logistics workers at parcel carrier UPS was characterized by The Wall Street Journal as being “ the largest collective bargaining agreement involving a private employer in North America.” economy and for industry supply chains.

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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. In North America, 81% of consumers said they would stop buying products from brands they learned were harming the environment. Known as Scope 3 emissions, these are also the most difficult to measure and manage.

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The Problems and Challenges with Electric Freight Trucks

Freightera

There are several key issues with scaling the production of electric freight trucks: High Production Costs: Electric trucks are currently more expensive to manufacture, primarily due to battery production costs. Vehicle Weight and Cargo Capacity The weight of the batteries directly impacts the vehicle’s overall weight.

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Dollars Delayed, Suppliers Dismayed: The True Cost of Late Payments

Supply Chain Brain

Consider a manufacturer waiting on a $70,000 payment that’s already 45 days overdue. Steve Carpenter is chief operating officer of Creditsafe North America. Each tier, from raw-material providers to logistics firms, relies on predictable, timely cash flow. Supply chains are built on trust and timing.

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Navigating Maritime Chokepoints to Improve Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

The Suez Canal, for example, is crucial for energy and cargo shipments moving between Asia and Europe. Avoiding these critical chokepoints leads to higher costs because of longer journeys. The average voyage was estimated to be 4,675miles in 2000 versus 5,186miles in 2024. Avoiding this Canal means going around the Cape of Good Hope.

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Understanding the Automotive Supply Chain in a New Era of Tariffs

Freight Plus

The tariff applies to imported sedans, SUVs, crossovers, minivans, cargo vans, and light trucks, along with key components such as engines, transmissions, powertrain parts, and electrical systems. The data offers a snapshot of where shifts may be needed as manufacturers work to remain compliant while navigating added tariff pressure.