FoodNavigator-USA is hosting a free digital summit called Futureproofing the Food System from November 14-16. The event will explore the themes of food tech, consumer appetite for food tech, and separating hype from reality. Panel discussions will include topics such as sustainable proteins, consumer perceptions of food-tech, and the role

Entergy Arkansas' solar and storage plant in Searcy is a unique "hybrid asset," according to Nick Howell of Entergy Services. The facility utilizes batteries to store excess solar power that can be used when demand is high, making it function more like a traditional power plant. While

Prophecy Market Insights has released a new report on the Fiberglass Fabric Market, providing an analysis of the current market scenario, growth opportunities, and emerging trends. The report highlights the versatile applications of fiberglass fabric in industries such as wind energy, construction, automotive, and aerospace. It also emphasizes the importance

Ryder System, Inc., a leader in supply chain and fleet management solutions, has been recognized as a "High Performer" by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's SmartWay program. Ryder is ranked among the top 2% of all SmartWay Truck Carriers for reducing carbon emissions and fuel

Companies are moving away from China due to rising costs and a more hostile stance towards the West by President Xi Jinping. US companies are redirecting investments to other countries, while a Japanese chip maker says exporting from China is no longer viable. Companies like Apple, Dell, Microsoft, and Nike

Maersk, the second most reliable carrier according to Sea-Intelligence, reports stable terminals and vessel schedules in North America. As Golden Week approaches, shipping demand to and from Asia is expected to decrease, leading to blank sailings. Maersk assures customers that alternative service options are available. The Panama Canal Authority has

The US National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for central Eddy County, New Mexico. The warning is in effect until at least 18:00 and covers Carlsbad and surrounding areas. Sustained heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in low-lying communities near rivers, streams, and creeks, as well

The Fall Showcase event at Scott Air Force Base in Illinois hosted over 500 students from the Illinois and Missouri area. The event provided educational information about the Air Force and hands-on opportunities with various equipment. Students from an Air Force JROTC detachment participated in activities such as donning personal

Algoma Steel Group Inc. has announced a two-year extension of its iron ore purchase contract with United States Steel Corporation, with an option to extend for a third year. This contract will provide the iron ore needed for Algoma's transition to electric arc furnace steelmaking, as the company

The upcoming COP28 climate conference in Dubai is expected to face challenges due to Washington's domestic action on climate, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The IRA, which received criticism at COP27, could redirect clean energy investment away from Europe towards the United States. While the IRA may benefit

The European Soy Monitor 2021 report emphasizes the need for multiple solutions to ensure sustainable soy production and protect ecosystems like the Cerrado and Gran Chaco. The report highlights voluntary approaches, such as certification, partnerships, and carbon footprint programs, as complementary to mandatory models. It states that although progress has

Saudi-based Lucid Motors, holding a 60% stake in the company, will fulfill a 100,000-unit order with its Saudi-built models. Lucid Motors competes with Tesla in the EV segment, focusing on engineering and luxury. However, price has been a challenge, leading to two price slashes in 2023 and laying off

Over 80% of Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency employees would be furloughed in the event of a government shutdown. The Department of Homeland Security is investigating a potential compromise of sensitive security details following a ransomware attack on Johnson Controls International. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has unveiled a

Attentive Energy, a wind energy developer owned by TotalEnergies and Macquarie, is bidding to construct a wind farm off the coast of New Jersey. The project aims to build a site capable of generating up to 1.34 gigawatts of power, enough for over 600,000 homes. This comes as

The U.S. offshore wind industry has faced significant challenges in recent months. Two wind farm projects off Massachusetts were abandoned due to high costs, resulting in $108 million in termination penalties. Shell New Energies and Ocean Winds North America agreed to pay a $60 million fine and cancel their

Flexport founder Ryan Petersen commended his ousted CEO, Dave Clark, for orchestrating the $1.3 billion purchase of Deliverr from Shopify. Petersen expressed gratitude for Clark's role in picking up supply chain technology for last-mile deliveries. This comes just a week after Clark was forced out of his

A group of US senators and the National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) are urging President Biden to address China's "predatory" trade practices. They warn that these practices could have devastating effects on the US domestic apparel manufacturing sector. The senators have requested an interagency meeting

Mexico and the United States have launched a joint "semiconductor action plan" to make North America the world's leading chip-producing region. The plan was announced during the Mexico-U.S. High Level Economic Dialogue in Washington D.C. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that

The fashion supply chain is in need of investment to scale up solutions in traceability, renewable energy, materials, and recycling, as companies face increasing pressure to become more efficient and comply with legislation. Despite the demand, manufacturers and logistics firms claim that available funding falls short. Regulatory requirements for transparency

John Galt Solutions is accepting applications for its scholarship for future supply chain leaders. The $10,000 scholarship is open to students pursuing degrees in supply chain management or business forecasting. Successful recipients must demonstrate leadership experience, community engagement, and outstanding academic accomplishments. The deadline for applications is November 30th,

An ongoing strike by autoworkers in the US has cost the economy billions of dollars, according to a study by Michigan-based firm Anderson Economic Group. Over the first two weeks, the strike cost workers $325 million in lost wages and caused over $1 billion in manufacturing declines at automakers including

The U.S. Energy Department is in talks to provide a record $1 billion loan to Lithium Americas Corp., the developer of the Thacker Pass lithium mine in Nevada. The loan would fund over half of the project's cost and support the domestic supply of critical minerals used

UPS is increasing its use of automation in package sorting to cope with rising labor costs. In the second quarter, 57% of UPS volume went through automated facilities, up from 53% in 2022. The company is also using AI and machine learning technology to reduce labor hours and advance its

Analysts predict that weak conditions in the freight market will continue until late 2025, due to factors such as saturated inventories and rising interest rates. While the US economy will not fall into a recession this year, growth will be slow. The Federal Reserve's efforts to curb inflation

Tensions between the West and China are impacting global markets as supply chains are being diversified. US President Joe Biden aims to bring manufacturing back home, which could lead to inflationary repercussions and higher interest rates. The US is also promoting "friendshoring" to replace China's role