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Supply chain
Big cargo ships are more efficient. And more risky.
by
Justin Ho
Mar 27, 2024
Cargo ships have grown since the Francis Scott Key Bridge was built. Collisions have greater impact, physically and economically.
Supply chains already feel the pinch as collapsed bridge blocks Baltimore's port
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Justin Ho
Mar 26, 2024
And there's no telling how long it'll take to reopen the port. Other East Coast ports will have to handle some of the shipping traffic.
Some manufacturers may ramp up inventories this year
by
Justin Ho
Mar 11, 2024
Businesses have spent the last year and a half trying to whittle down excess inventories. Some businesses still have work to do, but others are likely to build those inventories up this year.
Businesses are breathing new life into unused warehouse space
by
Justin Ho
Mar 8, 2024
Many businesses bulked up on warehouse space early in the pandemic. Now, storing extra inventory isn’t as important, and surplus warehouse space is being put to alternative uses.
The logistics sector was weak in November, but that's not necessarily bad news
by
Justin Ho
Dec 6, 2023
The Logistics Managers Index fell the most since April 2022, when inventories were up and shipping and warehouse costs were sky-high.
The shipping industry is still struggling, but analysts see potential for an upswing
by
Henry Epp
Nov 8, 2023
Does weakening demand for shipping suggest a downturn in 2024, or might there be signs of brighter days ahead for the freight industry?
Panama drought makes canal passage "quite the challenge," customs broker says
Oct 18, 2023
Low water levels in the Panama Canal are forcing a customs broker in Pennsylvania to reroute cargo so it's deliver on time.
For public good, not for profit.
Why some car parts are still hard to find
by
Henry Epp
Sep 18, 2023
Dealers are still playing catch-up after the chip shortage and suppliers are building parts for new cars rather than those on the road.
When one company dominates a market, there can be downsides
Aug 24, 2023
Chipmaker Nvidia is the breakout sensation of the AI boom. But supply chain snarls have taught us the risks of having few sources.
India's ban on certain rice exports sends some U.S. consumers scrambling to find it on store shelves
by
Ali Budner
Jul 28, 2023
The Indian government recently decided to ban exports of non-basmati varieties.