Bain report: retail sales growth to slow in 2026
An economic outlook released Monday by the consulting firm Bain and Co. forecasts that retail sales growth will slow in 2026 in the U.S., UK, France, and Germany.By the numbers,…
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Curated headlines from the world's leading supply chain publications.
Wärtsilä to power Skarv’s new cargo vessel with ammonia engine
Wärtsilä will supply its Wärtsilä 25 Ammonia solution to a new cargo vessel for Norway-based Skarv Shipping Solutions. The vessel will be built at Huanghai Shipyard in China. It will…
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Nordstrom names chief supply chain officer
Jason Bell was promoted to the position after serving as SVP of supply chain operations since 2021.
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Labor action, congestion cost Antwerp-Bruges cargo volumes, market share in 2025
The port’s CEO said Antwerp experienced about 25 days of industrial action last year that resulted in the loss of 2.4 million metric tons of cargo, equivalent to 1% of…
Lire la suite →Denmark Renews Green Maritime Tech and Shipbuilding Pact With China
China and Denmark have renewed an agreement on cooperating in green maritime technology and shipbuilding, China's industry ministry said on Tuesday, reaffirming a long-term partnership in the sector.
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OmniTRAX names Dreier as chief commercial officer
Short line operator OmniTRAX promotes new chief commercial officer. The post OmniTRAX names Dreier as chief commercial officer appeared first on FreightWaves.
Lire la suite →Engine Room Fire Extinguished on Car Carrier Thames Highway Off Germany
German emergency responders have successfully extinguished a fire aboard the Bahamas-flagged car carrier MS Thames Highway after a late-night engine room blaze left the vessel disabled off the island of Borkum in...
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Person critical after being shot in Border Patrol incident in Arizona
The US Border Patrol was involved in a shooting in Arizona ‍on Tuesday, Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said in a statement, adding that his office was working with the…
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Doomsday Clock moves closer to midnight, a year into Trump term
The “Doomsday Clock” representing how near humanity is to catastrophe moved closer than ever to midnight on Tuesday as concerns grow on nuclear weapons, climate change and disinformation. The Bulletin…
Lire la suite →UPS sees 3.2% fourth quarter earnings decline
Total quarterly revenue, at $24.5 billion, was down 3.2% annually, and basic earnings per share at $2.38, beating Wall Street estimates of $2.20. Total operating profit, at $2.6 billion, was…
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BNSF to pour $3.6B into network upgrades this year
BNSF Railway has announced a $3.6 billion capital investment plan for 2026. The Class I railroad says the spending demonstrates its commitment to operating a safe and reliable network prepared…
Lire la suite →Union Pacific reports record financial results
Union Pacific today reported record financial and operational results for 2025 despite a drop in fourth-quarter operating income. The post Union Pacific reports record financial results appeared first on FreightWaves.
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China’s CMOC makes US$1 billion Brazil gold push as bullion jumps on rising global risks
One of China’s largest mining companies has taken control of three gold mines in Brazil in a deal worth about US$1 billion, as gold prices hit historic highs amid rising…
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Carney rolls eyes at US Treasury chief, says he told Trump he meant what he said at Davos
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Tuesday that he told US President Donald Trump that he meant what he said in his speech at Davos, and told him Canada…
Lire la suite →CrystalsCapitals Review – Seamless Online Investing!
CrystalsCapitals is one of the leading online investing platforms, with a constantly growing global clientele and daily trading volumes. It emphasizes user-friendly trading platforms, a breadth of product offerings, and extensive…
Lire la suite →Nike to lay off hundreds of distribution workers in Mississippi, Tennessee
Nike is laying off 775 U.S. distribution center workers as it accelerates automation and restructures its supply chain. The post Nike to lay off hundreds of distribution workers in Mississippi,…
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New Report: Yard Bottlenecks Ripple Through Supply Chains in 2026
Industry sources estimate that roughly 90% of yards still operate without dedicated management systems or consistent frameworks that measure performance.
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American Eagle, Office Depot pull plug on third-party logistics services
American Eagle Outfitters is closing down Quiet Logistics and Office Depot is cutting its logistics service subsidiary Veyer, demonstrating that sidelight businesses can be distractions from core retail execution. The…
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TikTok cites technical glitch as California probes alleged Trump-critical censorship
TikTok said on Tuesday that technical issues caused posting problems after California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a probe into the company for allegedly censoring content critical of US President Donald…
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Want to Advise DOT on Motor Carrier Safety? Here’s How to Apply
DOT is seeking industry professionals to join its Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee and provide input on trucking safety policy.
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