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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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The Next Frontier in Food Logistics with Alexis Mizell-Pleasant

The Logistics of Logistics

She has a background in journalism and a diverse resume of experience in many communications roles for companies like the Medical University of South Carolina, Amazon, and a major non-profit in the city of Charleston, SC. Its readership includes growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers, packagers, and grocers.

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Adapting in the Face of Change

Supply Chain Shaman

Looming transportation shortages in the United States with the adoption of AB5 and the redefinition of the owner-operator are risks. Unresolved labor issues in the Leathermen Terminal in Charleston South Carolina and contract negotiations for 22,000 dock workers in the ports of LA and Long Beach hang heavy. The answer?

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This Week in Logistics News (February 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

territorial waters off the coast of South Carolina. 9, according to Xeneta, a Norway-based transportation data firm, reflecting lower freight demand as retailers cut orders and consumer spending continues to decline. On February 4, the U.S. Air Force shot down the balloon over U.S. West Coast was $2,618 as of Feb.

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VW’s Scout Is Rethinking EV Designs to Cut Rare Earths, CEO Says

Supply Chain Brain

The coveted raw materials are widely used in manufacturing of cars, iPhones and other products, and China has used its dominance to exert leverage in negotiations. Scout is monitoring the situation as it builds out its South Carolina production facility. trade negotiations with China. trade negotiations with China.

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Doing Business in the Czech Republic

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state of South Carolina. Manufacturing in the Czech Republic. The Czech Republic’s single largest industry is automobile manufacturing, most of which is exported. Manufacturing accounts for 36.9% Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. With a total area of 78,867 sq. of the GDP. of the country’s GDP.

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Hurricane Debby Impacts US Southeast

Supply Chain Matters

The storm track is expected to meander on a course headed for Georgia and the South Carolina and North Carolina coastal regions. Reportedly, 17,000 sites are at risk and include support for manufacturing, fabrication, warehousing, distribution and materials testing.