Hearings held Monday and continuing Wednesday by the U.S. Trade Representative have sparked major pushback from farmers, exporters, and shipping companies over a plan to impose steep fees on China-built ships calling at U.S. ports. The proposal, backed by President Donald Trump, aims to bring shipbuilding jobs back to the U.S. But critics say it could raise prices, […]
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Descartes Systems Group has acquired 3GTMS (also known as 3G), a U.S.-based company that helps shippers and logistics providers manage truckload, LTL, and parcel shipments. The deal, worth about $115 million, was paid in cash. What’s Related 3G’s software helps customers plan and manage shipments across the full delivery process—from rating and routing to consolidation. […]
Nearly a year after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in Baltimore, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said Thursday that 68 bridges across 19 states could be at risk if struck by a ship — and their owners need to assess that risk now. What’s Related The recommendation is part of the NTSB’s ongoing investigation […]
At ProMat last week, Generix Group introduced Solochain Now, a new packaged warehouse management solution that combines the core features of its Solochain WMS with pre-configured best practices. The company says the system can be deployed in as little as 16 weeks. What’s Related Generix, a global software provider focused on SaaS tools for supply chain, […]
Small and mid-sized businesses are bracing for trouble as new tariffs loom, according to a new report from inventory management software provider Netstock. The company surveyed more than 120 of its U.S. customers to find out how they’re responding—and what’s keeping them up at night. What’s Related “By surveying our customers, we share real-world insights […]
Wage rates are often the starting point for global manufacturing country selection and reshoring decisions. With new, pending, and existing tariffs, now is the time to reevaluate U.S. costs and potentially bring manufacturing back to America. Companies often compare costs in various regions of the U.S. to look for competitive economic locations. What’s Related The Reshoring […]
To mark International Women’s Day earlier this month, Reuters Events released its 2025 list of Trailblazing Women in Supply Chain, honoring nine leaders who are making a real difference across logistics, operations, tech, and sustainability. What’s Related The list features women from major companies like Microsoft, L’Oréal, and Rolls-Royce, as well as founders and entrepreneurs […]
CGS has released its 10th annual BlueCherry State of Supply Chain & Technology Report, offering a look at how fashion supply chains have changed over the past decade and what’s coming next. The 2025 report highlights two major focus areas for apparel and retail brands this year: using AI to make smarter decisions and improving […]
Augment, a new AI startup focused on freight, has launched with $25 million in seed funding and plans to boost productivity across the $900 billion industry. What’s Related Led by Deliverr founder Harish Abbott, Augment’s first product is an AI assistant named Augie. It’s built to help freight operators — including shippers, brokers, and carriers […]
