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Arbitration Board Rules in Favor of U.S. Steel's Sale to Japanese Manufacturer

Nippon has promised to invest $1.4 billion in facilities with USW representation, and not conduct layoffs while the union's existing labor deal remains in place.

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China Investigates U.S. Retailer Over Boycott of Xinjiang Cotton

PVH's supply chain guidelines detail how the retailer prohibits all direct and indirect sourcing from the Xinjiang province.

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How Section 321 is Revolutionizing eCommerce Fulfillment

Many businesses navigate Section 321 by partnering with third-party logistics providers, especially those with expertise in U.S.-Canada cross-border operations.

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CMA CGM Planning to Acquire Operator of Brazil's Largest Shipping Terminal

The deal was first announced on September 22, with CMA CGM aiming to pay 6.3 billion reais ($1.13 billion) up front to buy a 47.6% stake in Santos Brasil.

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Pair of U.S. Railroads Halt Grain Shipments into Mexico Over Backlogs

BNSF stopped issuing permits for trains carrying grain into Mexico between August 21 and September 20, before extending the policy through September 30.

Victorville, California. October 2015. Photo: iStock / Angel Di Billo

'A Perfect Storm': Supply Chains Brace for Looming Strike at U.S. Ports

If East and Gulf Coast ports are forced to shut down, the U.S. could see inventory shortages, higher costs at grocery stores, and months-long container backlogs.

Cargo ships at the Port of Charleston. Photo: iStock / stonena7

U.S. Proposes Ban on Chinese-Made Software in Cars

Although Chinese-made software isn't common in American cars, the proposal is seen as a "targeted, proactive" move, said U.S. commerce secretary Gina Raimondo.

Shanghai, China. Photo: iStock / Jenson

U.S. Ups Pressure to Clamp Down on Russian Oil Sanction Breaches

The U.S. has asked at least one shipping insurer for information on 14 companies it suspects may have violated sanctions on Russian oil.

Oil storage tanks in Tuapse, Russia. Photo: Bloomberg

Biden Admin Awards $3B to Boost Domestic Battery Material Supply Chain

The money will be spread across 25 projects in 14 states, including Nevada, North Carolina, Idaho, Texas, and Ohio among others.

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U.S. Warns Allies Russia Seeking to Disrupt Cargo Shipping Firms

Russian intelligence targeted several European countries with sabotage attacks, often by hiring local criminals, officials previously told Bloomberg News.

Incidents attributed to Moscow have escalated in recent months. Photographer: Eric Thayer/Bloomberg

Peak Season 2024: Projections, and Last-Minute Advice

It’s that time of year again. The supply chain industry is reading the numbers and making final projections and predictions for peak season 2024.

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Five Things You Need to Consider Before Pinning Your Supply Chain to the Ground

Supply chain strategy drives the decision-making process for network design, as well as industrial real estate required to make the supply chain work.

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