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India and the UK ink a Historic Free Trade Agreement

Logistics Viewpoints

After over three years of negotiations, India and the United Kingdom have formally agreed to a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a major milestone in their bilateral relations. Amid rising protectionism and geopolitical tensions, the UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) emerges as a strategic accord.

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

Logistics Viewpoints

Automotive Supply Chain: Production Shifts and Border Congestion The North American auto industry is among the largest impacted, as Mexico occupies a significant role in parts manufacturing and vehicle assembly. are expected to rise by $3,000 to $12,000 per car, forcing manufacturers to either pass costs to consumers or cut production.

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AI Leader in Global Supply Chain & Manufacturing joins MISUMI

Logistics Viewpoints

a leading global supplier of mechanical components for the manufacturing industry headquartered in Japan. The manufacturing and supply chain industries are rapidly evolving and increasingly volatile, fueled by shifts in global tariff and trade policy, geopolitical uncertainty, logistics disruptions, and technology developments.

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Developing Agile Procurement Strategies: Thriving Amid Global Trade Disruptions

Logistics Viewpoints

manufacturer I know saw their import costs jump overnight, forcing a rethink of a decade-old sourcing strategy. In contrast, Apple demonstrated foresight by relocating portions of its iPhone production to Vietnam and India. Theyre feeling the heat most, as sudden trade policy curveballs throw procurement plans into chaos.

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Supply Chain and Logistics News May 12th- 15th 2025

Logistics Viewpoints

The United Kingdom and India have formally reached a Free Trade Agreement, which is the largest trade agreement for the UK since Brexit. From Indias perspective, the trade deal complements its ambition to become a preferred manufacturing destination, encouraging businesses to diversify their investments. In the U.S.,

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End-to-End Supply Chain Orchestration: Achieving Visibility and Operational Control

Logistics Viewpoints

Use Cases Unilever Digital Twin Integration at the Sonepat Factory Unilevers Sonepat factory in India uses digital twin technology to monitor and simulate its production processes. Flex AI to Support Manufacturing Flow Flex uses artificial intelligence to improve production quality and efficiency in electronics manufacturing.

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How the Iran conflict triggered a 1,400% supply chain scenario planning surge

Kinaxis

For countries like Japan and India, where energy imports are critical, the stakes remain high. Any prolonged disruption in either region would send ripple effects through container networks, increase transit times by weeks, and compound pressure on industries like retail, chemicals, and electronics.