Leading Auto Manufacturer Reduces Supply Chain Emissions with Renewable Fuels

In a significant move towards sustainable logistics, a prominent automotive company is reducing its supply chain emissions by integrating renewable fuels into its ocean freight operations. This initiative targets the company’s ocean freight routes, which contribute approximately 75% of its total transportation emissions, marking a major step in their journey towards climate neutrality by 2040.…

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Strengthening Supply Chains: Local Farmers Markets Lead the Way

Local farmers markets are becoming essential links in the regional supply chain, offering fresh insights into food sourcing and community engagement. Across many areas, farmers and local businesses are forming strong partnerships that support agriculture and enrich the culinary landscape. This trend is transforming the journey of food from farm to table, shortening the distance…

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Driving the Future: The 42nd Southern African Transport Conference Tackles Industry Evolution

Pretoria, South Africa – The 42nd annual Southern African Transport Conference and Exhibition is slated for 8-11 July 2024 at the CSIR International Convention Centre (ICC) in Pretoria. This year’s theme, “Upskilling and Reskilling the Transport Industry for Current and Future Challenges,” aims to highlight the critical need for innovation and collaboration within the sector.…

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South Korea, US, Japan Discuss Supply Chains and Emerging Technologies at Economic Security Dialogue

South Korea, the United States, and Japan convened in San Diego on Thursday for a critical economic security dialogue, focusing on cooperation in supply chains and emerging technologies, according to the presidential office. This fourth session of the dialogue included senior officials from the respective nations’ economic security departments. They evaluated the effectiveness of an…

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New Supplier Relationship Management Tools Enhance Retail Operations

In a significant development for the retail sector, a leading retail management platform has introduced robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) capabilities. This addition aims to complement its existing suite of product lifecycle and supply chain solutions, offering retailers enhanced tools to optimize their supplier interactions. Retailers frequently cite the performance of their suppliers as a…

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Infrastructure Africa Unveils Projects Dealroom to Boost Continental Development

Infrastructure Africa, the leading business event dedicated to infrastructure development on the continent, has unveiled the Projects Dealroom. This innovative platform is designed to accelerate investment in African infrastructure projects, meeting the continent’s urgent socio-economic needs. The Projects Dealroom serves as a dynamic marketplace for project developers, investors, financiers, and other key stakeholders to explore,…

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Strengthening Supply Chain Relations in Bangladesh

In a concerted effort to bolster supply chain industrial relations, a mission to Bangladesh has focused on key areas such as collective bargaining, legally binding agreements, and effective dispute resolution. Currently, an interim dispute resolution mechanism (DRM) operates for all non-health and safety complaints under a collaborative agreement. Health and safety issues are addressed separately.…

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Supply Chain Platform Enhances Food and Beverage Industry

 A new third-party logistics and managed supply chain services platform is transforming the food and beverage industry. Established to address the specific needs of the food and beverage sector, this platform offers scalable, custom distribution strategies and solutions in managed supply chain services. The platform provides businesses with personalized consulting and advanced technology to help…

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New Semiconductor Plant in Singapore Marks Major Supply Chain Shift

 The global semiconductor supply chain is undergoing significant changes, driven by geopolitical factors and post-pandemic adjustments. Research indicates that this shift is creating two main segments: China’s domestic supply chain and a non-China supply chain. Recent U.S. tariff increases have accelerated this trend, according to industry analysts. A new joint venture announced on June 5th…

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