#1267684@Pavel Losevsky|Dreamstime
Raw Material Supply Chain Distruptions for MidEast War
The supply of aluminum, sulfur and fertilizer chemicals is being negatively impacted by the war with Iran.
#114445688@Dymax|Dreamstime
Large Warehouse Deals Back as Big-Box Leasing Rebounds
#105863390@Jirapatch Iamkate|Dreamstime
Geopolitics, Tariffs, Cargo Theft: Issues Logistics Sector Faces
#216959725@Melpomenem|Dreamstime
Value Creation Drives AI Supply Chain Success
#156127492@Mr. Siwabud Verapaisam|r|Dreamstime
Import Cargo Volume Will Decrease First Half of Year
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Geopolitical shocks, shifting trade alliances and volatile tariffs are reshaping global supply chains. Join our webinar to learn how leaders are redesigning networks, diversifying...
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CNH advanced its sustainability goals through efficient resource use and cleaning automation
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March 12, 2026
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Monoflo International has introduced two containers engineered to bring efficiency and durability to automated warehouse operations: the Foldable Stack-Only (FSO) container and...
March 11, 2026
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Ambi Robotics has introduced AmbiVision, an AI-powered item intelligence and perception software application designed to automate complex item identification, tracking and cognitive...
March 11, 2026
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LiveView Technologies Inc. (LVT) has introduced GuardGate, an AI-based portable barrier solution that regulates access to restricted commercial areas.
March 10, 2026

Powered Vehicles and Forklifts

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MH&L presents its annual list of the 10 largest global manufacturers of forklifts, ranked by sales.
Sept. 26, 2025
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A warehouse safety training program can be the most effective means of reducing forklift accidents.
Sept. 22, 2025
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Learn how to create a forklift configuration that strikes a balance between upfront cost and long-term benefits.
July 8, 2025
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National Forklift Safety Day shines the light on how companies can address the main causes of warehouse injuries and accidents.
June 10, 2025

Warehousing

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Maximizing Efficiency: Proven strategies for warehouse storage design, layout, and technology to optimize space and boost productivity.
March 12, 2026
#208000160@Biancoblue|Dreamstime
Rigid Warehouse Automation Not Addressing Disruptions
Survey from Lucas Systems find 51% of companies said their automation systems are unprepared to deal with unforeseen changes.
March 9, 2026
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40% of Large Warehouses Will Adopt Gamification Tools by 2028
Gamification aids employee experiences by "combining engagement, skill-building and recognition in a practical way," says Federica Stufano of Gartner.
Feb. 17, 2026
#333396235@Trong Nguyen|Dreamstime
Trends in Warehousing Rents
Moderate global rent growth is expected this year, according to analysis from Prologis.
Feb. 5, 2026

Transportation & Distribution

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Intermodal Downshifts in Q4
"While aggregate intermodal volume weakened by 2%. year-over-year for Q4 2025, the domestic market actually decoupled from this trend, showing 2.2 % growth,” said Intermodal Association...
Feb. 19, 2026
#105863390@Jirapatch Iamkate|Dreamstime
Transportation Showing Signs of Capacity Challenges
The market is being affected by end-of-year port performance and evolving warehouse trends driven by new inventory strategies, said ITS Logistics.
Feb. 3, 2026
#78221307@Dmitry Kalinovsky|Dreamstime
Tentative Signs of Recovery in Truckload Freight
The common sentiment around the industry is that carriers who have weathered the rock-bottom rates of the past three years will be rewarded with a recovery in 2026.
Jan. 16, 2026
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A review of the most impactful supply chain stories of 2025, highlighting mergers, market shifts, and emerging trends that will shape 2026.
Jan. 2, 2026

Global Supply Chain

#150532047@Jarretera|Dreamstime
Shipping and Other Supply Chain Woes
The impact of disruptions across all logistics sectors is yet to be determined.
March 6, 2026
#322680529@Alexanderskof|Dreamstime
Supply Chain Preparedness Gap
These gaps translate into delayed decisions and higher operational risk, says survey from Sage.
March 5, 2026
#117061370@Sarayut Thaneerat|Dreamstime
10 Most Resilient Countries
Locations at the top of the 2026 FM Resilience Index recover 30% faster from property losses.
March 4, 2026
#119992214@Bambull|Dreamstime
ISM: Manufacturing Expands for Second Month
"Strong new orders, a rising backlog of orders, and low customer inventories suggest there will be momentum in the sector," said Matthew Martin of Oxford Economics.
March 2, 2026

Technology & Automation

#408706970@Gaewchiangmai|Dreamstime
Agentic AI to Replace Entry Level Supply Chain Hiring
Gartner survey found that 51% of companies say the technology will drive a shift to overall workforce reductions.
Feb. 27, 2026
#400727037@Ai Biancoblue|Dreamstime
AI Cuts Supply Chain Costs Up to 20%
Accenture survey finds AI could reduce operational expenditures up to 24%, cutting manual interventions by as much as 50%.
Feb. 26, 2026
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Procurement is fast-evolving into a connected, AI and data-led capability that drives enterprise value creation.
Feb. 13, 2026
#219963626@Nicoelnino|Dreamstime
AI Can Help Decarbonize Global Logistics
AI can create 7% reduction in emissions through route optimization and efficient asset management, says a new report from the World Economic Forum.
Feb. 12, 2026

Labor Management

#6481694@Bonita Cheshier|Dreamstime
DOL Proposes Independent Contractor Rule
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The proposed ruling would be a win for the 400,000 drayage drivers who choose to work as independent contractors," said IANA CEO Anne Reinke.
March 3, 2026
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On February 20, DOT said that all truckers will have to take license tests in English.
Feb. 23, 2026
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Truckers Experiencing Mental Health Stress
77% of drivers in a new survey said mental fatigue made them more prone to errors on the road.
Feb. 9, 2026
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The Trump administration’s efforts to reassert presidential control over independent agencies reveal a complex landscape for businesses and their supply chains.
Jan. 12, 2026