BloombergMore from BloombergOcean TransportationGermany Seeks to Lock In LNG Deals to Avoid Cargo DiversionsThe issue of securing supply has recently taken on importance as Europe’s gas market has seen renewed volatility due to supply risks.September 27, 2023Global Trade & EconomicsSouth Africa Urges Greater Biosecurity on Avian Flu OutbreakVaccines aren’t yet available in South Africa, but government talks to finalize access are at an advanced stage and registration of the medicines will be fast-tracked.September 26, 2023Global GatewaysSaudi Cargo Firm SAL’s $678 Million IPO Sells Out in HoursSaudi Arabia has outlined an ambition to become a global supply chain hub and develop one of the largest airports in the world in Riyadh.September 26, 2023HR & Labor ManagementUAW, Big Three Carmakers Can Notch ‘Win-Win,’ Buttigieg SaysUAW said September 22 the union would expand its labor action against GM and Stellantis, but spared Ford from additional walkouts after clinching more concessions from the company.September 25, 2023Global Supply Chain ManagementIndia Rice Export Ban Is Fueling Risk of Social Unrest, UN SaysPrices of the crop, a staple for half the world, surged to the highest levels in almost 15 years after the globe's top shipper began curbing exports.September 25, 2023Global Supply Chain ManagementRussia Temporarily Bans Diesel Exports; European Prices JumpThe ban, which also applies to gasoline, came into force September 21 and doesn’t have a final date, according to the government decree.September 22, 2023HR & Labor ManagementFrance May Have to Keep Coal-Power Plants for Security of SupplyGrowing demand during the energy transition will pressure supplies in the future, Reseau de Transport d’Electricite said in its 2023-2035 outlookSeptember 21, 2023Global Trade & EconomicsAmazon to Hire 250,000 Logistics Workers for Holidays, Boost Hourly WagesU.S. e-commerce sales are expected to surge 9.3% this year to $1.14 trillion, faster than overall retail spending growth.September 20, 2023Global LogisticsBig Three Carmakers' Most-Exposed Parts Suppliers Stare Down $38B HoleIf the situation escalates, the car companies or their direct suppliers may have to support smaller companies in the supply chain to protect their production plans.September 20, 2023Global Supply Chain ManagementG-7 Plans to Ban Imports of Russian Diamonds, Belgium SaysThe mechanism will consist of a direct ban on purchases, which would take effect on January 1, as well as an indirect ban, which would kick in more gradually.September 18, 2023Previous PagePage 108 of 354Next Page
