#north-america-supply-chain
(16 articles)USMCA Uncertainty Threatens North American Trucking Operations
The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) faces mounting uncertainty that is creating operational headwinds for the trucking industry, one of North America's most critical supply chain arteries. This r
Maersk Launches Dedicated Lithium-Ion Battery Freight Service
Maersk has introduced a dedicated freight service specifically designed for lithium-ion battery transportation throughout North America, responding to surge in demand from electric vehicle manufacture
USMCA Renewal Blocked: What Supply Chain Experts Need to Know
The Trump administration declined to automatically renew the USMCA on July 1, 2026, instead triggering a protracted renegotiation cycle that will subject North America's most critical trade agreement
Early Peak Season Strains North American Produce Supply Chains
North American supply chains are experiencing accelerated seasonal demand earlier than historical norms, creating acute capacity constraints across cold storage, warehousing, and last-mile distributio
Mexico Truck Factories Show Recovery Signs After Weak Q1 2026
Mexico's heavy-duty truck manufacturing sector demonstrated notable recovery momentum in May 2026, with the month representing the strongest production and export performance of the year to date. Whil
UPS Invests $50M in Automotive and Industrial Logistics
UPS has announced a $50 million investment targeting automotive and industrial manufacturing logistics across North America, signaling a strategic commitment to serve these capital-intensive sectors m
UPS Invests $50M in Air Freight Expansion for Auto Makers
UPS is deploying a significant capital investment of $50 million to modernize and expand its logistics capabilities targeting North American automotive and industrial manufacturers. This initiative in
UPS Invests $50M to Expand Air Freight Logistics in Mexico
UPS has announced a substantial $50 million investment aimed at modernizing and expanding its logistics capabilities specifically for automotive and industrial manufacturers across North America. The
UPS Invests $50M to Expand Automotive Air Freight in North America
UPS is making a significant capital investment of $50 million to strengthen its automotive logistics capabilities across North America, with particular emphasis on expanding air freight operations in
UPS Invests $50M in Mexico Air Freight Expansion for Auto Industry
UPS is deploying a significant $50 million investment to modernize and expand its logistics capabilities across North America, with a particular focus on air freight operations in Mexico. This strateg
U.S. Rail Freight Surges 7.2% YoY; Intermodal Leads Growth
U.S. rail freight volumes demonstrated robust growth in the week ending May 23, with total combined carloads and intermodal units reaching 523,574—a 7.2% increase year-over-year according to the Assoc
CSX Navigates Freight Slowdown With Efficiency Focus
CSX Corporation, one of North America's largest rail carriers, is managing a period of weakened freight demand while simultaneously pursuing efficiency improvements across its network. The railroad gi
Auto Groups Push USMCA Extension Amid Rising Tariff Threats
Automotive trade associations are actively lobbying for an extension of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) as tariff pressures intensify across North American trade corridors. The timin
MODE Global Opens Flagship Mexico Office in Puebla
MODE Global has established its flagship Mexico operations center in Puebla, signaling continued investment in North American supply chain infrastructure and nearshoring strategies. This expansion ref
Canada Retaliates Against U.S. Steel Tariffs as Trump Trade Talks Collapse
Canada has announced retaliatory measures against U.S. steel imports following the collapse of trade discussions between the two countries under the Trump administration. This escalation marks a signi
Mexico Adopts Digital Tools to Strengthen Supply Chain Competitiveness
Mexico's supply chain ecosystem is increasingly adopting digital tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiency, visibility, and resilience across the automotive logistics sector. This regio