Freight Waves

JUNE 13, 2025

The 2024-2025 Maritime Barometer Report released by the International Chamber of Shipping paints a stark picture: with over 70 national elections impacting half the world’s population in 2024, the repercussions for maritime operations are profound.

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Freight Waves

JULY 15, 2025

Some importers are bringing in year-end holiday cargo now ahead of potential higher tariffs later in the year,” Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said in a media briefing.

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Supply Chain Digest

JULY 18, 2025

” 3000+ That is the number of new cars that we being transported on the Morning Midas, a cargo ship headed to Mexico and which sank in the North Pacific on Monday, nearly three weeks after a fiery blaze broke out on board. Coast Guard is monitoring the incident and has deployed several vessels to manage potential pollution.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Tesco and Walmart have announced procurement policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability throughout their extended supply chains. In North America, 81% of consumers said they would stop buying products from brands they learned were harming the environment. Retailers are following suit.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

He sees a near future in which there are multiple agents, each with their own realm of responsibility, such as shipping, pricing and forecasting. Koganti said this is the fastest-growing use of AI in supply chain, especially when it comes to forecasting, procurement and fulfillment.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 1, 2025

Political Instability: Political unrest or changes in government policies can disrupt supply routes and affect the availability of goods. Cargo Insurance Cargo insurance specifically covers goods in transit. They can help tailor insurance policies to address the unique risks faced by the business.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 17, 2025

And in today’s just-in-time shipping environment, there’s almost zero wiggle room for these types of errors. Step 1: Documented Spare-Key Strategy by Route Criticality Think about spare keys as an insurance policy. It creates bottlenecks, pushes up fuel and overtime costs, and puts contracts at risk.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 31, 2025

Customers now expect features like real-time availability, estimated delivery dates at and before checkout, and flexible shipping options regardless of channel. ship from closest node”) drive up costs and reduce agility. The functional divide between B2B and B2C systems has narrowed significantly.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 19, 2025

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Warehousing

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2025

The recent port strike, the closed shipping lane that forced a shift to air transport, the bridge that blocked a port, even the grid brownout that slowed manufacturing, might have seemed like random disruptions. Who pays the crew of the ship that blocked your shipping lane? But take a closer look. This may sound like alarmism.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

Beef Prices Soar to Record Highs Global Supply Chain Management Shipping to Hawaii: How to Navigate the Obstacle Course Last Mile Delivery AI-Powered Supply Chains: Building Resilience in a Complicated World Artificial Intelligence Digital Edition SupplyChainBrain 2025 ESG Guide: Is ESG Still Relevant?

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ModusLink Corporation

JULY 17, 2025

US Global Trade War, as American tariffs with opposing cargo freight containers in conflict as an economic dispute over import and exports. Fluctuating Shipping Costs & Capacity: Demand surges during Q4, driving up freight costs and tightening carrier capacity. Securing reliable and cost-effective shipping lanes is paramount.

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 9, 2025

SupplyChainBrain Container Ship Explodes, Catches Fire Off Coast of India More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter! Trade Deficit Narrows by Most on Record as Imports Plunge Global Trade & Economics Ship Traffic Through Red Sea Remains Sparse, Despite Houthi-U.S.

Fort Worth

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 10, 2025

Trade Deficit Narrows by Most on Record as Imports Plunge Global Trade & Economics Ship Traffic Through Red Sea Remains Sparse, Despite Houthi-U.S. Truce Ocean Transportation Container Ship Explodes, Catches Fire Off Coast of India Global Gateways Digital Edition SupplyChainBrain 2025 ESG Guide: Is ESG Still Relevant?

Cost Reduction Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 15, 2025

Webinars Container Ship Explodes, Catches Fire Off Coast of India Global Gateways Europe’s Steel Industry in Jeopardy, Says ThyssenKrupp Exec Global Trade & Economics Watch: An Alternative to Traditional Battery-Making Technology for EVs Sourcing/Procurement/SRM Digital Edition SupplyChainBrain 2025 ESG Guide: Is ESG Still Relevant?

Manufacturing Procurement

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2025

Lawrence Latest Threat to Shipping Routes China Typhoons Pose Latest Supply Chain Threat as Ports Shut Bloomberg Red Sea Insurance Premium Spikes as Houthi Risks Return More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter! Featured Product Popular Stories End to De Minimis Slows Flow of Air Cargo from China to U.S.

Optimal Sourcing

Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

The Red Sea crisis demonstrated how quickly shipping routes can be compromised, forcing immediate rerouting decisions. Evolving geopolitical challenges between major economies have shown how a single policy change can dramatically alter the economics of established supply chains.

Supply Chain Design Software

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 9, 2025

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USC Consulting Group

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Why Intermodal Transportation Is Becoming More Common Intermodal transportation involves moving freight by multiple modes of transportation — rail, air, road and ship. This change may be the culprit of an abundance of caution — officials are waiting to see the impacts of President Trump’s policy changes. billion in 2028, up from $58.85

Expense Reduction

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 10, 2025

Trade Deficit Narrows by Most on Record as Imports Plunge Global Trade & Economics Ship Traffic Through Red Sea Remains Sparse, Despite Houthi-U.S. Truce Ocean Transportation Container Ship Explodes, Catches Fire Off Coast of India Global Gateways Digital Edition SupplyChainBrain 2025 ESG Guide: Is ESG Still Relevant?

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EFT

JULY 15, 2025

seaport operators are asking for extra time to implement pending tariffs on towering ship-to-shore cranes as they expect President Donald Trump's administration to follow through on a promise to essentially ban that vital cargo-handling equipment. US port operators seek to mitigate hefty expected tariffs on China-built port cranes U.S.

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 9, 2025

transport and shipping sector. Featured Product Popular Stories End to De Minimis Slows Flow of Air Cargo from China to U.S. It’s reassuring to see that some companies are responding proactively to these issues, choosing to increase pay and the worklife balance of these essential workers.” surveyed 521 professionals in the U.S.

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Stord

MAY 29, 2025

While these specific tariffs are currently under review, the White House has other avenues to enact its trade policies, and brands need to be sufficiently prepared for more upheaval and disruptions. brands looking to limit exposure to trans-Pacific shipping delays. ports can halt cargo for days or weeks. Delays at major U.S.

Cost Reduction Strategies

EFT

JUNE 23, 2025

Ships advised to keep their distance from Iran around Hormuz Strait Commercial ships are sailing close to Oman and are being advised by maritime agencies to avoid Iran's waters around the Strait of Hormuz, with the risk of the conflict between Israel and Iran escalating, shipping sources said on Wednesday. Luxury goods.

Negotiating Skills

Freight Plus

APRIL 1, 2025

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. On March 27, President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing a 25% tariff on vehicles and certain auto parts imported into the U.S.,

Automotive

EFT

MAY 26, 2025

Tariff truce will not spark cargo boom at busiest US seaport, executive director says The head of the busiest U.S. In the ever-evolving landscape of North American trade, businesses find themselves navigating a labyrinth of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement ("USMCA") and the shifting tariff policies under the Trump administration.

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 18, 2025

Most work in warehouses packing and shipping items, but about 350,000 of them have corporate jobs. Jassy encouraged employees to “experiment with AI whenever you can.” Amazon is the largest private U.S. employer after Walmart Inc., million employees as of the end of March.

Inventory Reduction

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 9, 2025

In a world where tariff and shipping uncertainty can compress margins and flexibility overnight, the companies that can trust their inventory data and make fast, confident decisions will survive. If shipping times get worse, tariffs go higher, demand softens or whipsaws, and the margin for error shrinks fast.

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 25, 2025

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Supply Chain Design Software

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 4, 2025

Errors in picking or shipping. Below are some factors and red flags to watch out for, in determining whether your company is aligned with the right fulfillment provider. The most obvious red flag is an increase in errors in picking the correct product for shipment to the right customer.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 2, 2025

Recent and upcoming changes from the National Labor Relations Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and state and federal lawmakers and regulators require companies to rethink policies, practices and compliance strategies. And as political tensions rise, so too does the risk around workplace speech and conduct.

Supply Chain Planning Software

EFT

JULY 22, 2025

by 2030, it said on Monday, the latest big investment by a pharmaceutical company reacting to President Donald Trump's tariff policy. AstraZeneca unveils $50 billion US investment as pharma tariff threat looms AstraZeneca (AZN.L) plans to spend $50 billion to expand manufacturing and research capabilities in the U.S.

Manufacturing Procurement

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 3, 2025

The assessment was based on objective criteria, encompassing shipping logistics, transportation costs, customer service requirements and potential mitigating factors that could influence the facilitys location. VS America says JLLs expertise provided valuable, impartial insights to support VS Americas decision-making process.

Real Estate

Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2025

Meanwhile, Hapag-Lloyds new Container Payment Portal streamlines cargo movement, and GE Vernova’s partnership with AWS accelerates energy transition efforts. ports in 2025 underscores Hapag-Lloyds commitment to digital innovation in the shipping industry. energy independence. This phased rollout across major U.S.

Container Tracking

Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 3, 2025

The tech provider’s drone solution was already being deployed in warehouses across third-party logistics, retail distribution, manufacturing, food & beverage and air cargo, at companies including GEODIS, Langham Logistics, NFI Industries, Barrett Distribution, Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), and more. “We

Inventory Reduction

Freightos

JULY 8, 2025

Home Transpacific ocean rates continue to slide; Air cargo out of the Middle East still recovering – July 08, 2025 Update The Freightos Weekly Update keeps you informed on international freight with key economic data, demand trends, and rate insights.

Cargo

EFT

JULY 1, 2025

US demand for China-made goods ebbs on tariff worries; ocean shipping rates drop Rates for shipping cargo containers from China to the U.S. Target explores factory-direct shipping model, Bloomberg News reports Target (TGT.N) Target explores factory-direct shipping model, Bloomberg News reports Target (TGT.N)

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