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Avantor Launches Program to Reduce Supply Chains' Environment Impact

The Responsible Supplier Program focuses on six priorities: climate change, water, waste, human rights, deforestation and responsible product packaging.

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Austria Sees Need to Curb Russian Gas Reliance as Supply Risks Exposed

“It’s clear that we’re not far or fast enough down the path to eliminate Russian gas,” said Energy Minister Leonore Gewessler during a June 26 press briefing.

Leuna, Germany. January 2007. Photo: Katja Buchholz/Getty Images/Bloomberg

Boeing’s 737 Output at Risk With Key Supplier in Labor Turmoil

Boeing is looking at moving to a monthly 737 build rate of 42 jets before the end of 2023, said commercial chief Stan Deal.

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German €11bn Defense Orders Set for Lawmaker Approval

The German government reportedly plans on buying 60 Boeing Co. Chinook helicopters and three maritime surveillance vessels with almost $12 billion in funds.

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New Reports Reveal Relief for Shippers — But for How Long?

Importers that struggled with tight carrier capacity and soaring freight rates during the COVID-19 pandemic are finally seeing some relief on the service side.

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How Aircraft Shortages Will Impact the Supply Chain This Summer

The aviation industry faces a potential aircraft engine shortage this summer, due to a number of factors.

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Biden-Harris Administration Shares Plans to Strengthen U.S. Semiconductor Sector

The Department of Commerce plans on distributing over $50 billion in funds to semiconductor projects in the U.S., including $39 billion for semiconductor manufacturing incentives.

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House Report Connects Temu and Shein to Import Violations, Forced Labor Practices

Temu and Shein utilized a special legal exemption to “avoid import duties and minimize the likelihood" that packages will be screened for UFLPA compliance the report said.

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Eni Increases Gas Reach with $4.9bn Neptune Deal

The deal’s enterprise value is reportedly split into $2.28 billion for Neptune’s Norwegian assets, which go to Var Energi, and $2.6 billion for the rest.

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BrewDog Chooses Kegstar for Steel Keg Supply Chain Programs

The deal will see Kegstar offer its kegs and services to Scotland, Germany and Australia with additional plans to expand across Western Europe at a later date.

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Nigeria’s Oil Goes Unsold as Tax Clawback Shakes Confidence

Traders said Nigeria's surplus was caused by a request for back taxes from shipping companies, which created wariness among firms looking to collect oil barrels from the country.

Warrington, U.K. March 2017. Photo: Bloomberg

Airbus Outsells Boeing as Focus Shifts from Buying to Building

North American and European carriers sat largely on the sidelines while Airbus raked in a record-setting deal for 500 narrowbody jets from low-cost carrier Indigo.

Paris Air Show in Le Bourget, France. June 19, 2023. Photo: Bloomberg

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