The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) hosted an awards ceremony to honor 266 employees who made outstanding contributions to the mission. Acting Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Kristie Canegallo officiated the ceremony. Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas expressed gratitude for the employees' efforts to safeguard the nation. The

The U.S. Chamber's Association of American Chambers of Commerce in Latin America and the Caribbean (AACCLA) will hold its annual "Forecast on Latin America and the Caribbean" (FOLAC) conference in Washington, D.C. on October 24th. The conference aims to promote trade, economic growth, the

Seafood is a major global food commodity, but there are serious issues with traceability in the supply chain. Exploitation of cheap labor, questionable origins, and outdated methods contribute to illegal fishing and environmental harm. Despite growing consumer concern, true traceability is still lacking. Observer coverage on fishing vessels is inadequate,

Ancora Alternatives wants to replace Forward's board members and CEO to prevent the acquisition of Omni, which they blame for a drop in stock value. SC Ports aims to attract more cargo by expanding its terminal. Ocean carriers are partnering with tech vendors to digitize shipping documents, with

Software supply chain security attacks have increased by 200% in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to a report by Sonatype. The report highlights the presence of vulnerabilities in downloaded dependencies, emphasizing the need for more regulations and processes in software development. The study also explores the challenges faced

U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown met with Rahul Singhvi, CEO of National Resilience, to discuss the $246 million loan the company received from the U.S. Department of Defense for pharmaceutical manufacturing. The loan will fund projects in Ohio, including the development and distribution of pharmaceutical products. This will help

The General Services Administration (GSA) is focusing on software supply chain management and the use of software bills of materials (SBOMs). GSA developed programs to identify supply chain risks and established the Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) division to support suppliers and help agencies with their cybersecurity supply chain

The Supply Chain Dive newsletter covers various topics related to logistics, operations, procurement, technology, and more. Port volumes are seen as an indicator of trade trends, with 40% of international freight value being handled by maritime gateways. Tracking monthly data can provide insights into containerized trade. The National Retail Federation

The BMW Group is expanding its regional supply chain for battery materials in North America to achieve efficiency, reduce CO2 emissions, and mitigate geopolitical unrest. Umicore, a Belgian company, will provide cathode active battery material to BMW's battery cell supplier AESC in South Carolina from their new plant

According to a study from Coupa, 83% of supply chain professionals in the US and UK expect supply chain disruptions to negatively impact revenue during the holiday season. Retailers anticipate an average revenue loss of 10%, potentially resulting in billions of dollars lost. Over half of retailers are already experiencing

The US Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) has announced the full enrollment of its Maritime Security Program (MSP) and Tanker Security Program (TSP). The programs provide the Department of Defense (DoD) with access to a fleet of US-flagged sustainment sealift vessels and product tankers during times of

New York's renewable energy plan is facing challenges as the state Public Service Commission rejects a request for increased subsidies for alternate-power projects. Companies involved in the projects cite higher costs due to inflation and supply-chain issues, leading many to consider exiting. Governor Kathy Hochul's new

California-based electric vehicle company, Faraday Future, has released an open letter to address concerns over its stock price and market capitalization. The company has achieved significant milestones, including completing compliance procedures for mass production and delivery in the US and receiving necessary parts from its supply chain. Faraday Future is

Worker-driven social responsibility (WSR) is an effective model that puts workers at the center of protecting their rights. Unlike corporate social responsibility (CSR) and multi-stakeholder initiatives (MSIs), WSR is based on legally binding agreements and worker-shaped codes of conduct that are enforced by workers themselves. Susan Marquis's report

In the third quarter of 2023, Porsche delivered 19,988 cars in the US, a 20.5% increase from last year and the company's second-strongest quarterly result. Year-to-date, Porsche sold 56,323 cars, a 15% increase from last year. Porsche's all-electric car sales improved, with 2,

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has introduced the IMC Truck as the newest addition to its image fleet. The 2023 legendary red Peterbilt Model 579 UltraLoft truck will help spread ATA's safety message and enhance the image of the trucking industry. The truck will join other image trucks

A report by McGrathNicol and YouGov reveals that Australian companies are failing to consider geopolitical, cybersecurity, and regulatory risks in their supply chains. Despite high-profile cyberattacks and global conflicts, many threats are not included in their risk management plans. The survey found that 94% of respondents had a high-level awareness

The U.S. Department of Energy announced that U.S. crude oil production reached a record high of 13.2 million barrels per day, erasing Covid-era losses. This comes after Exxon Mobil and Pioneer Natural Resources agreed to a $60 billion deal. Factors such as recovering production, cost containment pressure,

Japan's electric vehicle battery maker AESC Group is confident in its expansion plans for two new U.S. plants, despite increased scrutiny from Washington over its links to China. AESC, acquired by Chinese renewable energy company Envision Group in 2019, is also aiming to be eligible for U.

Canada is urging Japanese companies to invest in the development of critical minerals for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, aligning with a bilateral agreement that could facilitate the sale of Japanese EVs in the US. Canada's ambassador to Japan, Ian McKay, sees Japan as the biggest EV battery opportunity

Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2023 featured top speakers discussing the integration of sustainability in the supply chain. Eirini Etoimou, Head of Corporate Sustainability at Sellafield Ltd, emphasized the need for a holistic approach to sustainability and highlighted the importance of collaboration and communication in achieving sustainable relationships. She stressed

The global economy is facing uncertainty from conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, which could further weaken global interconnectedness. Globalization has been slowly unraveling since the 2008 financial crisis, with protectionist policies and declining trade. Some economists believe that globalization has ended, pointing to trade restrictions and decreased foreign

Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) and Emirates NBD have launched an ESG-linked Supply Chain Finance programme aimed at promoting sustainability in the UAE's aluminium industry. The programme encourages suppliers to adopt sustainable practices and invest in technologies and materials aligned with EGA's sustainability goals. It also allows

Former President Donald Trump recently made predictions about the future of the U.S. automakers, claiming that electric cars would lead to the industry's demise and that jobs would be lost to China. However, experts argue that there is no "Biden mandate" to replace gasoline-powered cars

The global pharmacy industry is expected to reach a value of $1.84 trillion by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.4%. North America currently dominates the market, but the Middle East is expected to be the fastest growing region. The industry has faced challenges due to