Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2025

2025,the United States and China announced an agreement to reduce tariffs on each others goods for a limited period of 90 days. Summary of Measures The joint statement outlines the following: The United States will lower average tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30%. Today, May 12. goods from 125% to 10%.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Space freight is becoming more accessible, offering a new dimension for logistics operations. For logistics professionals, the cost and limitations of space freight require careful evaluation to determine practical applications. The United States requires extensive satellite launch approvals, adding time and expense to the process.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Kendra is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc , a fortune 500 transportation and logistics company. Kendra is an accomplished and results-driven senior logistics & tech executive. NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The United States has established itself as an unrivaled leader in the North American e-commerce logistics market. E-commerce Logistics Report: Overcoming Barriers and Seizing Opportunities appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. This remarkable trajectory is. This remarkable trajectory is.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Dan is retired from the United States Coast Guard after serving over two decades. He participated in 195 missions, deploying in support of United States presidential security details, humanitarian operations, interagency narcotic operations, securing national maritime critical infrastructure, and post-hurricane support.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 31, 2025

My mom was barely 18 when she emigrated to the United States from Cuba. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 31, 2025) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. She and her sister started working at the SweetN Low factory in Brooklyn, NY.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 2, 2025

And that practicality is unlocking a new standard of visibility across logistics networks. In the United States, Roambee uses LTE-M to track pharmaceutical shipments. The post How LTE-M and NB-IoT Are Revolutionizing Asset Tracking in Global Supply Chains appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

After 10+ years of writing the weekly news roundup, as well as a bi-weekly column for Logistics Viewpoints, today is my last day at ARC Advisory Group. Over these 10 years+ I have learned a lot about supply chain and logistics through conversations with end users, suppliers, and my colleagues.

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MAY 13, 2025

As Director of Operations at Bettaway and Director of Business Development at PalletTrader, Kristina brings energy, creativity, and a drive for results to the world of logistics and supply chain. Founded in 1981, Bettaway has evolved from a local beverage distributor into a comprehensive logistics provider. Bettaway West, Inc.:

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 9, 2024

US Solar manufacturer “Sun Power”, once a solar icon valued at billions, files for bankruptcy As the United States pours money into domestic renewable energy manufacturing through the Inflation Reduction Act and demand for solar power is higher than ever, SunPower a domestic solar manufacturer has filed for bankruptcy.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 12, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Earlier this week, the company announced that it will acquire Italy’s Bomi Group, which provides global healthcare logistics services. Both marine products were supported by growing demand from Japanese restaurants in the United States. 7-Eleven acquires Skipcart delivery service.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

It was Election Day this past Tuesday here in the United States and the biggest losers (once again) were the pollsters. This is a cautionary tale for supply chain and logistics professionals: if you’re looking to. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 11, 2022).

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Supply chain and logistics functions have been one of the most volatile in the global economy of the last four years. The United States publishes monthly advance economic indicators that can provide more recent and updated information. The post How is the Logistics Economy Holding Up?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2021

Looking at the way 2021 has begun, at least here in the United States, maybe 2020 wasn’t so bad after all? Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 8, 2021). The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (January 8, 2021) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2022

And now on this week’s logistics news. The United States is also challenging Canada’s failure to fully allocate its annual dairy TRQs; Canada is instead parceling out a few months’ quota at a time. Robots are continuing to become key components in the logistics space. US challenges Canada’s dairy policies. s CargoNet.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 1, 2022

And now to this week’s logistics news…. Now operating in its fifth station, Flytrex’s three-minute delivery service will be available to approximately 140,000 customers across the United States. The post This Week in Logistics News (September 24 – 30) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Often times at Logistics Viewpoints, we like to look to the future and highlight the key trends that we see in a given market, or make predictions about what technologies will emerge as game changers in the new year. It was a good mix of topics and authors, including a good number from our Logistics Viewpoints sponsors. Not Southwest.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Apple in a press release published recently announced a monumental investment plan, committing to spend over USD 500 billion in the United States over the next four years. over the next four years The post Apples $500 Billion Investment in Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 15, 2022

Their presence is now most prominent in the mid-Atlantic region, but has been confirmed in 38 states. What does this have to do with logistics you ask? Well, the Environmental Protection Agency states that this species “ was introduced into the United States in the mid-1990s, possibly stowing away in a shipping container.”

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2024

As reported by Paul Wiseman on February 7th, “For the first time in more than two decades, Mexico [in 2023] surpassed China as the leading source of goods imported by the United States.” This news prompted us to ask members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

Unlike some of the other trends articles we have covered at Logistics Viewpoints, which take a deeper dive into technology and application specific trends, this article looked at the top trends executives need to be paying attention to before their strategic planning meetings commence. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 12, 2024

Chris Camacho and Joe Lynch discuss the Phoenix factor: how Arizona became a logistics hub. Summary: The Phoenix Factor: How Arizona Became a Logistics Hub In this podcast, Chris Camacho, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, discusses how Phoenix has become a thriving logistics hub and a prime location for businesses.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Alibaba has officially introduced its Logistics Marketplace, providing U.S. small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with access to affordable and customizable logistics services to streamline their supply chains and gain global reach with greater ease. The project on the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Diversify customer base outside of United States to avoid tariffs on broader sales base. The post No Balloons Needed: Practical Moves to Navigate Tariff Volatility appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Establish inventory reserves in key markets to avoid supply chain disruptions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. In other Walmart news, the company is importing more goods to the United States from India and reducing its reliance upon China as it looks to cut costs and diversify its supply chain. For the first time, personal care or beauty items also cracked into the top five most popular gifts.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The United States and Iran have been engaged in indirect nuclear talks in Vienna that could lead to the removal of sanctions on Iranian oil sales. LNG from the United States and Qatar will help the EU to withstand disruptions to gas flows though Ukraine. shale or Iran, for example. The NotPetya Cyber Attack.

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Freightos

APRIL 6, 2020

And, through it all, logistics providers keep critical goods moving. The FBX has been produced weekly since April 2018 based off of live pricing data from hundreds of global logistics providers. Today, over 1,800 logistics providers use WebCargo to access live pricing and eBooking. Ports open and close. LEARN MORE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2023

Chile has long been a hub of second-hand and unsold clothing, made in China or Bangladesh and passing through Europe, Asia or the United States before arriving in Chile, where it is resold around Latin America. And now on to this week’s logistics news. UPS will add 2.3

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Logistics companies are reversing their hiring binge. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic followed by supply chain disruptions around the world has sparked a resurgence of companies bringing sourcing and manufacturing back to the United States or closer to U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2024

Supporters of Minnesota’s new law say the state joins Maryland as among the few states to pass protections for ticket buyers into law. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Mexico was the United States’ top trading partner in March, with two-way trade totaling $68.5 1 in trade with the U.S.

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The Logistics of Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

Summitt is the founder of Growe , a Dallas-based commercial real estate firm focused exclusively on serving the various needs of third-party logistics companies across the United States. After beginning his career in commercial real estate, Summitt quickly identified the unique and under-served challenges faced by 3PLs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

From January 28 to February 4, a Chinese-operated high-altitude balloon was seen in North American airspace, including Alaska, western Canada, and the contiguous United States. And now on to this week’s logistics news. By acquiring GroundCloud, which was officially known as Windigo Logistics Inc., On February 4, the U.S.

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JULY 17, 2024

Chris is the Director of Operations at ICAT Logistics Detroit where they handle the shipments that other companies don’t, can’t, and won’t. He also discusses the importance of having a logistics partner with global expertise and the ability to provide flexible shipping options in the face of unexpected disruptions.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 30, 2021

The current state of logistics is our malady. I find no agency or entity trying to find a holistic solution to global logistics. Pandemic demand for goods, and the shifts from a service economy, increased volume in southern California ports where 40% of ocean carriers unload for entry into the United States.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 14, 2025

It could encourage further bilateral deals with major economies like the United States and the European Union. The post India and the UK ink a Historic Free Trade Agreement appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2025

On May 9, 2025, the United States and the United Kingdom announced a bilateral trade agreement focused on tariff adjustments across several key sectors. The post US-UK Trade Deal – Key Provisions and Supply Chain Implications appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Further negotiations are expected.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. CargoNet recorded 1,778 supply chain risk events across the United States and Canada in 2022, an increase of 15 percent from 2021. California remained the top state for reported events in 2022; theft in the state increased 41 percent year-over-year.

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