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Podcast | The Impact of Robots on Warehouse Worker Morale

There’s no stopping the deployment of robots in warehouses. But how do human workers really feel about it?

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Port of New Orleans Closed Until September 13, Assessing Damage from Hurricane Francine

Other Louisiana shipping hubs forced to close by the storm included ports in Plaquemines, Cameron, Lake Charles and Houma.

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U.S. Dept. of Commerce Launches Supply Chain Risk Assessment Tool

SCALE allows the U.S. to weigh supply chain risk across the economy, and then provides an in-depth diagnostic assessment of what's driving those issues.

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Improving Cost Absorption in Private Fleet Transportation

Beating inflation by leveraging supply chain costs as a competitive advantage.

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Trafigura Sees ‘Confusion’ Over Aviation Emissions Scheme

Aviation is one of the heaviest-emitting industries, and among the most difficult to decarbonize.

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Air Canada Pilots Get More Political Support as Strike Looms

A stoppage would also halt the airline’s cargo operations, which carry commercial goods, perishable items and components for manufacturers.

Pierre Poilievre, leader of Canada’s Conservative Party. Photo: Bloomberg.

Securing Tomorrow’s Supply Chain Today: Three Considerations For Strategic Carrier Partnerships

Investing in strategic carrier relationships now will yield long-term benefits when the market tightens, and carriers face capacity constraints

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Returns Fraud Estimated to Cost E-Retailers Billions

E-tailers have struggled to keep up with a flood of returns, and have often loosened rules for consumers making them.

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U.K. Imposes Fresh Sanctions on Russia Shadow Fleet Ships

The ships targeted are all described as “high-volume offenders” — vessels operating around the clock to transport as much Russian oil as possible.

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AstraZeneca Defends China Compliance In Wake of Staff Detentions

Chinese authorities are looking into the company’s collection of patient data to assess whether it infringed on data privacy laws.

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Boeing Must Be ‘in the Green’ Before 737 Max Cap Is Lifted, FAA Head Says

The FAA capped output of Boeing’s 737 Max at a rate of 38 per month in the wake of a January 2024 near-catastrophe, in which a door cover blew off during flight.

Michael Whitaker, administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. Photo: Bloomberg.

Bulk Shipping: A Key Strategy for Cross-Border Trade

Bulk shipping and consolidation strategies are emerging as potential tools for businesses looking to simplify their international shipping.

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