ProMat 2027 may still be 16 months away, but it is already shaping up to be one of the biggest supply chain events the industry has ever seen. What’s Related The show’s exhibit space draw attracted 930 exhibitors who reserved a record 977 booths, totaling 653,600 net square feet of show floor space. That accounts […]
DHL Supply Chain has officially added its first all-electric Tesla Semi to its North American fleet, putting the truck into daily service in Central California after months of real-world testing. What’s Related The move is part of DHL’s larger plan to cut total carbon emissions to 29 million metric tons by 2030 and reach net-zero […]
San Francisco has filed a lawsuit against several of the nation’s largest food and beverage manufacturers, a legal challenge that could ripple across the food supply chain, from product formulation to marketing and compliance. What’s Related The suit, filed by the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office, names companies that include Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Kraft Heinz, Nestlé […]
When AWS went down earlier this year, it exposed more than just technical vulnerabilities. According to Trustpair CEO and Co-Founder Baptiste Collot, major disruptions like outages, sanctions, and rapid supplier changes create perfect conditions for fraud. In this Q&A, he breaks down how the “disruption-distraction” cycle works and how automation can help close the gaps. […]
You don’t always need automation to get automation-level gains. As a third-party logistics provider, Ryder has found that small, low-tech adjustments can also be impactful. Steps like re-slotting fast movers, tightening pick paths, or improving signage can lift productivity without a major investment. What’s Related Even simple steps (e.g., better lighting, daily team huddles, or […]
Amazon is preparing plans to significantly expand its in-house delivery network as negotiations with the U.S. Postal Service over a new shipping agreement have stalled, according to a report in The Washington Post. What’s Related The move could reshape the U.S. parcel market and deal a major financial blow to USPS, which relies heavily on […]
xLight has signed a $150 million Letter of Intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce, marking the first CHIPS Act research award under President Donald Trump’s administration. What’s Related The Palo Alto-based company is building ultra-powerful lasers for chipmaking. The funding is expected to support construction of xLight’s first free-electron laser system at the Albany […]
With the holiday shipping rush already underway, the major parcel carriers have released their final ship-by dates for guaranteed delivery by Christmas. USPS, UPS, and FedEx are all urging customers to ship early as volumes rise across the U.S. network. What’s Related Here is a simple breakdown of the most important 2025 holiday shipping deadlines. […]
Walmart has officially rolled out drone delivery in metro Atlanta, giving some shoppers the option to have small orders dropped off by air in just a few minutes. What’s Related The service launched Dec. 3 from six Walmart Supercenters in Woodstock, Conyers, Dallas, Hiram, McDonough, and Loganville. Customers who live within range of those stores […]
GEODIS has signed a new interline agreement with Atlas Air and mas to expand its air freight network across South America, giving shippers more direct options between Asia and key Latin American markets. What’s Related The agreement strengthens GEODIS’ air cargo presence in Colombia, Brazil, Panama, Chile, and Costa Rica, with a focus on Brazil, which […]
