DBFOM public-private partnerships benefit all parties involved: drivers, states, and transportation contractors
Long-term public-private partnerships (P3) for transportation infrastructure are not widespread in the United States compared to other regions.
Big Lots Innovates Sourcing Strategies to Address Product Shortages
Big Lots, in response to product shortages caused by the closure of UFI, has adopted various procurement strategies.
Cargo iQ, FIATA, and ASA Collaborate for Air Cargo Standardization
Quality standards organization Cargo iQ has partnered with the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations (FIATA) and the Airport Services Association (ASA) to collaborate on enhancing standard practices in the air cargo supply chain.
Walmart Partners with Suppliers to Reduce Prices
While supply chain disruptions have eased, inflation continues to persist.
Hyundai and LG Join Forces for $4.3 Billion Georgia Plant to Manufacture Electric Vehicle Batteries
Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution have announced plans to construct a $4.3 billion electric battery plant as part of Hyundai's new electric vehicle assembly plant in Georgia.
Costco and Walmart Collaborate with Biden Administration's Supply Chain Data Exchange Initiative
Costco, Walmart, and Union Pacific have joined the Biden administration's Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) program, which aims to provide real-time visibility into U.S. supply chains through the exchange of company data.
Hub Group partners with CN to speed up intermodal and shipping
Hub Group sees potential for growth with its rail partner Union Pacific and the carrier’s new alliance with CN and Ferromex, creating a new cross-border service from Canada to Mexico via Chicago.
Flexport acquires Shopify's logistics business to compete with Amazon
Flexport is acquiring Shopify’s logistics business, which includes dozens of warehouses and sorting centers, as the digital freight forwarder aims to expand its e-commerce fulfillment operations.
Dollar Tree appoints former Dollar General executive as Chief Supply Chain Officer
Mike Kindy, who previously served as Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Dollar General, has been appointed as the new Chief Supply Chain Officer at Dollar Tree.
Daimler Joins the EV Race with Rizon
Recently, Daimler's new North American brand, Rizon, has entered the medium-duty EV market.
Knight-Swift Reports Weak First Quarter Results
A recent report indicates that the operating income of trucking companies' holdings has declined by 51% this quarter.
Delivery hubs undergo test run in NYC
In an effort to reduce trucking traffic, the New York City Department of Transportation is testing new local delivery hubs that trucks can use for curbside delivery.
Supply Risk Detection Draws Investment from 70% of Companies
A new study by Moody's Analytics has revealed that more than half of businesses are making significant investments in third-party risk management in response to increasing threats to the supply chain and the economy.
Natural Gas Engine Collaboration: Chevron, Walmart, and Cummins Join Forces
While operating in different industries, Walmart, Chevron, and Cummins are all large, multinational corporations with significant global reach and impact.
Logistics unit receives billion-dollar offer from French shipping company
The French shipping company, CMA CGM, has offered $5.48 billion for the logistics unit of Bollore, which is a family-owned business.
Canadian Pacific and KC Southern Railroad Merger Announced
The merger between Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern has now been finalized, giving rise to a new competitor to the trucking industry.
Amazon Plans to Change Models for Regional Fulfillment
Amazon has fully transitioned to a regionalized model that aims to improve delivery times and reduce costs for the company.
Which Electric Vehicles Compete with Tesla?
When someone thinks of EVs, they almost automatically think of Tesla, which many other EV companies are trying to change.
Strategies for Collaborating with Diverse Suppliers
A recent study by Supplier.io has stated that there are 5 ways successful companies can boost business with minority-owned firms to attain a more diverse supplier base.
Collaboration Between Rivian EVs and Amazon Delivers 75 Million Packages and Counting
Over the past year, Amazon has added more than 3,000 electric vans to Rivian's fleet, enabling carbon-conscious delivery to over 500 cities and regions across the US.