Edwin Lopez
Supply Chain Dive
Washington, DC, United States
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Despite big gains in New York, Los Angeles remains top port in 2022
A two-million TEU gain since the pandemic helped the New York port rise to the #2 spot in annual rankings, and even capture the top spot for a few months last year. → Read More
Negotiators say longshore contract talks continue, hopeful of deal soon
A Thursday news release marks the first public update on the talks since an intra-union dispute in Seattle complicated negotiations. → Read More
Port of Oakland sets its sights on reclaiming market share
“We anticipate fully that cargo volumes will increase by mid-year as we normalize,” Executive Director Danny Wan predicted. → Read More
Hamburg Süd no more: Maersk to unify brands amid push for end-to-end services
The logistics provider is looking to simplify the customer experience and create more multimodal services. → Read More
US, Mexico and Canada take on 5 initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience
The countries plan to collaborate on projects such as mapping critical minerals and assessing future manufacturing labor needs. → Read More
Supply chains 2022: A year in pictures
Rising inflation, strike threats and slowing demand triggered a wave of business uncertainty following months of growth. Take a look back at 13 memorable moments. → Read More
Maersk, IBM to shut down blockchain joint venture TradeLens
The tool was intended to start a “digital revolution” for the supply chain. But it will reach the end of its life in Q1 2023 as it failed to achieve commercial viability. → Read More
Microsoft unveils ‘Supply Chain Center’ with Kraft Heinz, Daimler among customers
The tech company is integrating its supply chain offerings into a single package that helps connect ERPs and other supply chain solutions. → Read More
3 Port of Oakland terminals reopen following union walkout
The action by ILWU Local 34, which led to daytime closures, was independent of broader union efforts. → Read More
Amazon buys mechatronics firm to fold into robotics division
With Cloostermans, the retail giant intends to “more rapidly deploy solutions” that support employees, improve safety and cut packaging waste. → Read More
FMC considers mandate for shipping lines, terminals to share data
The agency is asking supply chain stakeholders for input on whether such an action would ease congestion. → Read More
Longshore workers, employers reach tentative deal on healthcare benefits
While negotiations are still ongoing, the agreement is the first sign of progress since port workers' contract expired July 1. → Read More
Oakland port officials push for opening terminal access as trucking protests continue
Protesters were directed to expect compliance with AB5 and stop blocking terminal access, or face citations. → Read More
Port of Oakland is 'effectively shut down' as trucker protests persist
Protesters said they would continue to take action until they saw proof the governor's office would consider changing California's landmark labor law. → Read More
Truck traffic grinds to a halt at Port of Oakland due to protests
One terminal closed for the day on Tuesday as longshore workers declined to cross a protest line. → Read More
The top technologies creating a 'revolutionary stage' in supply chains
A look at the 11 technologies changing the way companies approach and execute warehouse and distribution operations. → Read More
Port of Oakland closes night gates due to trucker protests
Protests over a California labor law have contributed to a rise in import container dwell times, according to project44 data. → Read More
Flashback: Most-read trucking stories of H1 2022
Deals, rising fuel costs and recession fears were among the emerging trends in the first half of the year. → Read More
Abercrombie & Fitch paid millions in extra freight costs after Vietnam lockdowns
The retailer is scheduling earlier inventory receipts after factory shutdowns pushed the retailer to rely more on airfreight. → Read More
ILWU, PMA say they are not preparing for a longshore strike or lockout
The two parties confirmed they expect talks to extend past July 1 but are still looking to avoid West Coast supply chain disruptions. → Read More