Supply chains

Snowstorm could have major impacts on ground and air transportation along the I-95 corridor.

Drivers will hit areas of heavy snowfall and gusty winds in some popular destinations for carriers.

Heavy snowfall and gusty winds could hit a few busy freight markets.

Forecasters are always on the lookout for familiar patterns that cause extreme winter storms.

Drivers will have to battle periods of heavy snowfall and whiteout conditions in several freight markets.

Widespread snowfall totals in excess of 6 inches are possible, along with whiteout conditions.

A November supply chain survey shows the rates at which transportation capacity is shrinking and pricing is climbing are increasing.

The United States raises roughly 250 million turkeys each year, here’s a look into the supply chain.

It could take years for areas of Central America to recover from these back-to-back hurricanes.

“Catastrophic winds, life-threatening storm surge and extreme rainfall” will impact supply chains.

A “China+1” or “China+2” strategy makes sense for many reasons, but how much can companies afford to distance themselves from China’s manufacturing prowess?

China still holds the title of the world’s manufacturing floor, but business challenges are leading more companies to source production in other countries.

Procurement teams would have to change strategies from being reactive to proactive to handle black swan events or global trade standoffs.

Hurricane Delta will likely make landfall Friday near the Texas-Louisiana border.

A new supply chain is emerging. Here’s a dive into supply chain recovery and adaptation, pre- and post-COVID.

Technology and an abundance of data have brought more venture capital investors to the supply chain industry.

New Panjiva survey reveals extent of coronavirus fallout on global supply chains.

The shift to 5G technology will bring challenges that require companies to enhance the skills of their network managers.

McKinsey warns that global shocks will become more frequent and shippers must improve the resiliency of their supply chains.

July supply chain survey confirms torrid pace of logistics recovery as transportation capacity remains in short supply and rates bound higher.

3D printing company Desktop Metal adds $575 million in capital to advance its efforts to reshape the manufacturing sector.

Bulgaria-based Transmetrics is helping its supply chain customers by using augmented intelligence. Learn more!

Commercial fishing is big business in Alaska. And like all industries, it depends on supply chains to work properly…

Brian Aoaeh continues his commentary series on artificial intelligence and how it is changing supply chains.

Brian Aoaeh writes about new technologies that will transform supply chains and logistics in the near-term.

The next generation of cellphones is known as 5G. 5G promises much faster speed and other benefits. Darren Prokop explores the future of transportation and logistics in a 5G world.

Simone Ross writes about the pandemic’s effect on supply chains, and how companies should be improving/changing to minimize damage and get stronger.

Significant rainmaker could delay local and regional supply chains from North Carolina to the mid-Atlantic.

Total cargo volume is down 7.8% this year because of reduced import demand.

Dan Crain profiles the important Newark, New Jersey logistics hub, as well as some of the logistics startups in the area.

Personal protective equipment is moving by ocean, so FEMA doesn’t need to charter expensive freighter aircraft anymore to get the stuff to healthcare workers.

A research report from Prologis highlights the growing need of logistics space. The recent April downturn reversed course quickly in May, supporting the notion that any demand degradation will be “short-lived.”

Logistics services provider is optimistic about African continent’s global freight potential, despite economic setbacks from COVID-19 pandemic.

The automotive industry is at a crossroads, with many companies aiming to reduce supply chain risk through nearshoring and supplier consolidation.

The alliance between FedEx and Microsoft may change supply chains,. Brian Aoaeh explores the issues involved.

Read why digital transformation of supply chains is so important and why those that ignore the trends risk their businesses.

The retail apparel sector has been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how international trade, supply chains and tariffs complicate things further.

Chris McMillin of AIT Worldwide Logistics addresses how advanced technology can deliver supply chain solutions.

Brian Aoaeh provides statistics and insight into how freight and shipping professionals are working during the pandemic.

Warehouse operations have also been affected by COVID-19. Here are some suggestions that may help increase efficiency of operations.

As various parts of the nation and the world begin to open up, there will be logistical and supply chain issues. Darren Prokop explores those issues.

Most crops don’t grow without seeds. But how are seeds for commercial farming transported? Darren Prokop explores this topic.

Food shipment volumes across restaurants and hotels are still down, while on-demand food delivery volumes have gone up during this pandemic.

The world of transportation has changed due to COVID-19. Read about how shipping professionals are adapting to those changes.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: U.S. supply chains’ future could be tied to Mexico and USMCA; Forager celebrates Laredo’s history as an international port; CBP aims to keep Mother’s Day flowers pest-free; Dachser Mexico offers new customs house brokerage services.

Manufacturing supply chains in for prolonged distress; U.S. oil rates in limbo; global air cargo facing severe capacity crunch.

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Can the CARES Act help transportation-supply chain companies during the pandemic? Kayla Matthews explains why the answer is “yes.”

Brian Aoaeh interviews CEOs of several supply chain tech startups about their status during the pandemic.

Governments must support vital supply chains. A big part of that is for all branches and levels of government to put aside partisanship and petty bickering and work for the good of the nation and its people.

Prologis reports solid first quarter, but reels in guidance on COVID-19 headwinds. An uptick in demand is not likely until a vaccine is discovered.

Customer service (in many forms) is the key to keeping and/or expanding business during the pandemic.

The coronavirus has strained supply chains of all kinds around the world. Darren Prokop has written an interestng and informative commentary that explains the inherent weaknesses of supply chains and how to improve them.

Prologis’ update highlights strength of the logistics real estate market entering pandemic. Some clients are asking for rent relief.

Businesses around the world are being affected by the pandemic. Among the hardest hit are startups. Brian Aoaeh offers advice for tech startups in the supply chain space.

Passenger aircraft are being used to fly essential cargo between continents. Learn more about what the airlines are doing to survive and to assist key supply chains.

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Darren Prokop writes about the key role that transportation in the war against COVID-19 – particularly trucks.

Brian Aoaeh is a contributor of commentaries to FreightWaves. Last week he wrote Commentary: Supply Chain Caucus established in U.S. House of Representatives. That spurred an idea to write the […]

Coronavirus has strained supply chains and had a huge impact on the movement of freight.

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives have formed the Supply Chain Caucus. Read why this is important for all of us.

Supply chains are a major source of carbon emissions. Switching to alternative fuel powertrains and improving equipment utilization levels can help reduce footprint.

Brian Aoaeh explores the vulnerability of supply chains in an interconnected world that is threatened by a potential pandemic.

Brian Aoaeh explores unforeseen shocks to global supply chains and global commerce.

Logistics continues to adapt due to globalization and technological innovations. This article explores trends that may change logistics in 2020.

Companies that have been outsourcing and far-sourcing their supplies might now look to source closer to their assembly line to have flexibility during times of disruption.

The majority of executives expect growth exceeding 10% and are actively pursuing deals.

The World Economic Forum opened today. Climate change is the most-feared risk of respondents to a WEF poll. Brian Aoaeh comments that disruption of global supply chains is the real fear.

The global logistics industry is big and getting bigger.

Planning for disaster “is about the unknown unknowns, the Black Swans, the things that are so far beyond our comprehension.”

FreightTech will be even more important and pervasive in 2020. Learn about some of the expanding trends in FreightTech.

Brian Aoaeh writes about the convergence of climate change activitism and the need to modify supply chains going forward.

“Wow, this is a big differentiator,” University of California San Diego researcher says.

Market Expert David Faulkenberry writes about the increasingly important “final mile” and why estimates of its size vary so widely.

Brian Aoaeh offers observations about the future of supply chains following his attendance at the recent FreightWaves LIVE event .

U.K.-based yacht builder Sunseeker is in advanced negotiations with DHL Supply Chain to help with its logistics operations.

Enterprise resource planning will bring changes to supply chains in 2020. Kayla Matthews points out several technologies that will gain greater acceptance and use in 2020.

The October Logistics Managers’ Index hits record low, suggesting peak shipping season may disappoint.

Gildan Activewear is closing its operations in Mexico and laying off 1,700 employees at two plants in Sonora, the state across the U.S.-Mexico border from Arizona. “As we looked at […]

Andy Peters writes about developments in industrial real estate used for logistics and transportation.

Brian Aoaeh writes about threats to supply chains from cyber attacks and the need for increased cyber security.

Sandeep Kar writes about how the ELD mandates in the U.S. and Canada are changing the trucking landscape.

Read what Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is doing to stay relevant and its importance to U.S.-international trade.

Market Voice Brian Aoaeh has a fascinating interview with Wolfgang Lehmacher,, an expert on global supply chains (and much more)!

Since writing about the challenges ahead for food supply chains, I have been thinking about how perishable foods and other items are transported from one part of the world to […]

Market voice Brian Aoaeh writes about how a company’s supply chain can help or hurt its image with its customers, the media and investors.

Trucking volumes are up YoY, while rail intermodal volumes have fallen. Now may be the time for long time competitors to explore new partnerships.

Brian Aoaeh writes about the disruption to supply chains caused by hurricanes and extreme weather.

Last-mile movement is one of the least energy-efficient operations within supply chains, and efforts need to be taken to consciously reduce energy expended in that stretch.

Mixed reality smart glasses allow workers to become hands-free with logistics operations, helping them to focus solely on the package at hand.

The 2019 Chicken Sandwich Wars may have impacted the Popeyes supply chain.

The trade war with China has altered international shipping patterns, which has started to shift freight volumes to the East Coast.

Global logistics provider Agility (DFM: AGLTY) reported a 20 percent increase in net profit for the second quarter of 2019. Agility reported a more modest rise in revenues.

Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and blockchain is becoming more mainstream. Information about a new study of DLT provides details.

Brian Aoaeh writes about the use of machine learning to improve supply chains, particularly in the context of decreasing greenhouse gas emissions.

Manhattan Associates stock pops on an earnings beat and a guidance raise. Management brushed back concerns around tariffs, Brexit and other potential geo-political concerns as potential risks to its new targets.

Brian Aoaeh writes about how machine learning and artificial intelligence can be used to improve transportation and decrease emissions.

In the wake of Hurricane Barry, Brian Aoaeh writes about the disruption to supply chains that hurricanes and flooding can do. In particular, the state of Louisiana and its ports are critical to the U.S. agriculture and energy industries.