The Congressional-Executive Commission on China held a hearing titled "From Bait to Plate: How Forced Labour in China Taints America's Seafood Supply Chain" after investigative journalist Ian Urbina's report found human rights and environmental violations in the Chinese squid fleet. The chairs of the

The U.S. Chamber and Ipsos released a report on supply chain strategy in the Americas. About half of U.S. companies not manufacturing in Mexico or South America plan to move into the region within the next five years. Governments in Latin America and the Caribbean should prioritize logistics

Residents in the Far West New South Wales town of Brewarrina were left without fresh milk for almost two weeks due to supply chain issues caused by a worker strike at the Bega Group Penrith site. The strike, organized by the United Workers Union, resulted in limited dairy stock and

Mid-sized companies often spend outside of their approved budget, leading to a lack of visibility and control. Sudhir Bhojwani, CEO of ORO Labs and former SAP Ariba product leader, discusses the challenges faced by mid-market companies in procurement. The main difference in procurement spending between enterprises and mid-market companies is

China's impact on global supply chains is causing disruptions in access to a critical resource, lithium. This material is essential for the production of electric vehicles and renewable energy technology. Geopolitical tensions between the US and China, as well as Russia's invasion of Ukraine, have further

President Joe Biden is emphasizing that weapons for Ukraine are being made in the United States as he seeks more than $106 billion in aid for Israel, Ukraine, and other priorities. Biden argues that shipping American-made supplies to these wars is good for creating jobs in the United States. The

Chinese Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang and Apple CEO Tim Cook met in Beijing, discussing Apple's involvement in China's digital economy and hi-tech supply chain. The meeting comes amidst controversies over national security risks and censorship in China. Ding assured Cook that China remains open to foreign enterprises,

Florida's Port Everglades is becoming a center of North American intermodal traffic, with direct access to highways and rail connections through the Florida East Coast Railway (FEC). The port has seen increased container numbers and was ranked number 15 in the country by the US Army Corps of

OmniTRAX has appointed Shariff Gonnella as President of the Brownsville & Rio Grande International Railway (BRG). Gonnella, a former Amazon executive, replaces retiring president Norma Torres. BRG is a 45-mile railway providing rail service to the Port of Brownsville in Texas, handling steel, agricultural products, and general commodities. Gonnella plans

Qcells, a South Korean-owned solar panel producer, has completed its third expansion in Georgia, adding 510 jobs and increasing its manufacturing capacity. The company will now produce over 30,000 panels per day at its Dalton plant. However, the bifacial panel it produces may struggle to compete with cheaper imports

Supply chain issues are impacting the availability of products during the holiday baking season. Milk supply is constrained due to lower production and increased demand for ice cream. Dairy farmers are producing less milk due to low returns and high feed costs. Butter production has not been able to keep

The U.S. Government Accountability Office has reviewed a new rule implemented by the Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. The rule, titled "Federal Acquisition Regulation: Implementation of Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act (FASCSA) Orders," aims to implement supply

The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) is calling on the US Congress and administration to crack down on forced labor in the apparel industry. NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas testified at a congressional hearing, highlighting the importation of goods made with forced labor, counterfeit goods, and dangerous narcotics.

China has announced that it will require export permits for some graphite products in order to protect national security. This move aims to control the critical mineral supply as China is the world's top producer and exporter of graphite. The export permits will apply to graphite used in

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo announced restrictions on exporting artificial intelligence and advanced computer chips that violate international trade rules. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) will enforce these controls to protect cybersecurity and maintain U.S. technological leadership. The Commerce Department is working on improving cybersecurity by promoting standards,

The US Department of Defense (DoD) has entered into a bilateral Security of Supply Arrangement (SOSA) with Estonia. The agreement will allow both countries to quickly acquire industrial resources to meet defense needs, address disruptions to defense capabilities, and promote supply chain resiliency. Under the arrangement, the US will provide

Global leader in reusable packaging solutions, CHEP, has published a report on the future of electric vehicles. The report highlights the importance of various stakeholders in achieving widespread transport electrification. These stakeholders include carmakers, battery makers, policy makers, governments, mining industry, and transport and logistics operators. The report also emphasizes

New Zealand's supply chains are in critical condition and require long-term investment and government support to become stronger and more resilient, according to supply chain expert Dave Christie. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in the country's supply chains and highlighted the need for more sophisticated solutions.

PSEG and South Korean energy companies Cheryong Electric and Hoban Group’s Taihan Cable & Solution have reconfirmed their partnership that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. The partnership helped secure vital components, transformers, and power cables, to maintain power for New Jersey customers. The companies participated in a Certificate of

The Department of Defense (DOD) is implementing a new approach to reform its business operations, including updating its organizations and using data analytics to make business decisions. However, the effectiveness of this approach is still uncertain, as DOD has not yet determined if it is working. DOD is developing a

A recent report by DP World and Canary Creative explores the importance of strengthening global supply chains for clean energy sustainability. The report highlights the need for resilient and efficient supply chains to support the success of green technologies. It also discusses challenges such as infrastructure gaps and the increasing

Supply chain collaboration solutions provider Nulogy and robotics company Formic have announced a strategic partnership to strengthen manufacturing supply chains. The partnership will offer customers value-driven digital shop floor solutions without requiring large capital investments. With labor shortages and intense competition in the industry, many manufacturers are turning to technology

The U.S. Department of Labor has stated that stakeholders will not be given extra time to comment on proposed overtime rules, despite requests for an extension. The rules aim to expand overtime eligibility for those earning around $55,068 per year. The original comment period will close in early

Charles Ross & Son Co. has announced the creation of the US Battery Machine Builders (US BMB), a new initiative aimed at strengthening the US battery supply chain. The company joins other founding member companies in promoting the adoption of American-made machines and equipment in order to boost domestic manufacturing

House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers expressed concern over the EPA's efforts to restrict chemicals used in essential products like medical devices and surgical equipment. She argued that these regulations, along with China's competition, are harming American manufacturing and economic growth. McMorris Rodgers