DHL exploring renewable fuel solutions with Neste to meet net zero target
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Supply Chain & Logistics News February 2nd-6th 2025
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) initially announced a ban on all inbound packages from China and Hong Kong due to a new 10% tariff on Chinese goods and the end of a customs exemption for small-value parcels. However, the USPS quickly reversed this decision, stating it would collaborate with Customs and Border Protection to implement […]
MENA e-commerce market sees 30% growth in 2024, driven by Saudi Arabia and UAE
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Navigating M&A Trends in the Transportation, Logistics, and Energy Storage Space
Industry Drivers of M&A Activity Sustainability and Electrification The global commitment to achieving net-zero emissions is reshaping investment priorities across industries. In transportation and logistics, this has manifested as a significant focus on electrification and renewable energy integration. Companies are proactively acquiring electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, battery storage providers, and related infrastructure firms to embed […]
First ship arrives in Southampton under Gemini Cooperation agreement
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LG Acquires Majority Stake in Bear Robotics to Bolster Robotics Capabilities
LG Electronics (LG) has taken a significant step in advancing its robotics capabilities by securing a majority stake in Bear Robotics, a prominent Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in AI-driven autonomous service robots. This acquisition aligns with LG’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the robotics sector, a key growth area for the company. In the […]
Inquiry launched evaluating post-Brexit border controls for the import of animal and plant products
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The End of De Minimis: How the Trump Administration’s Trade Crackdown May Reshape Supply Chains and Global E-Commerce
For logistics and supply chain companies, this change will have major impacts, influencing customs processing, shipping costs, and e-commerce fulfillment strategies. Here is what businesses need to know and how they should prepare. The de minimis exemption (under 19 U.S.C. 1321) permits goods valued under $800 to enter the U.S. without customs duties or extensive […]
Open Sky Partners with Easy Metrics for Labor Efficiency
The partnership combines Open Sky Group’s deep expertise in supply chain execution solutions and implementation services with Easy Metrics’ cutting-edge cloud-based warehouse performance management platform. Together, the companies will provide businesses with powerful labor insights for workflow analysis, benchmarking, and forecasting across their networks. Clients will benefit from enhanced visibility and control into activity-based costs […]
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says Lower Thames Crossing could be privately financed
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