The state of Kansas has announced a significant investment of nearly $16.5 million in 17 short line rail expansion and rehabilitation projects aimed at bolstering its agricultural supply chain. This funding will be allocated through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s Rail Service Improvement Program (RSIP). Collaborating with major grain handlers, Kansas plans to supplement state…
The Fourth Global Conference of the World Banana Forum is poised to address critical sustainability issues within the global banana supply chain. Scheduled for March 12-13 at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy, the forum aims to tackle a range of challenges from climate change…
A joint venture between three Japanese companies has gained approval from the European Commission for its plans to establish a liquefied hydrogen supply chain. The venture, comprising a consortium of companies, has been given the green light to take control of an existing undertaking with the aim of developing this innovative supply chain. The focus…
In today’s dynamic business environment, maintaining supply chain integrity is paramount for organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of the supplier lifecycle effectively. Recent disruptions in global supply chains, stemming from various factors such as the pandemic, natural disasters, and geopolitical tensions, have underscored the importance of robust risk management strategies. To address these challenges,…
A landmark agreement concerning supply chain resilience in the Indo-Pacific region, led by the United States and involving Japan and other key economies, has officially come into effect. This agreement marks a significant milestone in multinational collaboration aimed at enhancing resilience and coordination during times of disruption in the region. Negotiated under the U.S.-led Indo-Pacific…
Competition authorities in the European Union have given the green light to the proposed acquisition of a logistics company by a major player in the shipping industry. The decision comes after the companies involved agreed to certain divestments to address concerns related to competition. This approval is seen as timely, especially as the shipping group…
In recent years, multinational companies have been reassessing their supply chain strategies, gradually relocating portions of their operations away from China. This trend is primarily driven by cost considerations, spurred on by the US-China trade tensions and the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, beyond economic factors, geopolitical dynamics are also playing a significant…
The Government of Canada is taking significant strides towards improving transparency within the steel supply chain. Under the leadership of the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade, and Economic Development, a new initiative has been announced. Effective November 5th, 2024, steel importers will be required to furnish “country of melt and pour”…
In a significant move aimed at bolstering Hungary’s logistics infrastructure, the Science and Innovation, Technology, Industry, and Logistics Park Council has approved plans for a major expansion. Following the Council’s decision, three new rural industrial parks can now be established, complementing the existing 18 logistics parks. Additionally, four industrial parks have been granted approval for…
The United States has been selected by the State Department Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs to spearhead a groundbreaking project aimed at diversifying the global semiconductor supply chain. The university has been awarded a $13.8 million cooperative agreement under the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund to support this initiative. Under the leadership…