CMA CGM is making a major move in Vietnam, investing $600 million to build a new deep-water terminal in Haiphong, a growing industrial hub in the country’s north. What’s Related The global shipping company has signed a partnership with Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP) to design, build, and run the new terminal. Located in Haiphong’s Lach […]
If you’ve ever felt confused by the terms 3PL, 4PL, and 5PL, you’re not alone. These labels get tossed around a lot, but many people, even those working in supply chain, don’t fully understand what separates one from the other. Here’s a simple breakdown of what each one means and how they’re used in the […]
This story first appeared in the May 2025 issue of Logistics Management as part of a broader roundtable on AI, automation, and supply chain innovation. In this piece, Gartner’s Dwight Klappich explains why warehouse robotics adoption is lagging despite strong interest, what’s fueling the slowdown, and how multi-agent orchestration platforms could reshape the future of […]
DHL Group is partnering with Shopify to help merchants ship products more easily across borders. The partnership connects Shopify sellers directly to DHL’s global shipping network through the Shopify Shipping platform, cutting out extra steps and making international delivery simpler and faster. What’s Related With DHL already built into Shopify, sellers won’t need to sign […]
Aurora Innovation is temporarily changing its driverless trucking program in Texas after its truck manufacturer partner, PACCAR, asked the company to return a human to the front seat. What’s Related Earlier this month, Aurora made headlines when it began running fully driverless trucks between Dallas and Houston, becoming the first company in the U.S. to […]
WiseTech Global is making a major push into the U.S. market with a $3.25 billion deal to acquire Texas-based logistics software company e2open. The all-cash acquisition will bring on more than 5,600 customers, connect 500,000 businesses, and strengthen WiseTech’s reach in global supply chains. What’s Related WiseTech will pay $3.30 per share, and the deal […]
President Trump has a bold and ambitious vision to revitalize the American economy – one built on global competitiveness and U.S. strength. But unless we move quicker to finalize new trade agreements, that vision risks being derailed by the growing burden of extended tariffs. What’s Related Wholesaler-distributors sit at the center of the supply chain. […]
The U.S. Senate voted Thursday to revoke two major truck emission rules from California, dealing a blow to the state’s push for zero-emission vehicles and tighter pollution limits. What’s Related EPA waivers had backed the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation and the low-NOx Omnibus rule during the Biden administration. Both were designed by California’s Air […]
With new tariffs taking effect, trucking rules shifting, and global shipping disruptions growing, U.S. supply chains are facing a challenging summer. Karl Fillhouer, Vice President of Sales and Operations at Circle Logistics, shares his take on what these changes mean for freight volumes, logistics planning, and the months ahead. What’s Related Supply Chain 24/7: What […]
Apple is doubling down on India as a major hub for making iPhones. Foxconn, the company that builds most of Apple’s phones, just announced a $1.5 billion investment in a new plant near Chennai. The new facility will make display modules—key parts that go under the iPhone’s screen and handle touch, brightness, and color. What’s […]
