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(27 articles)Fresh Produce Industry Unites on Resilience and Cybersecurity
The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce convened industry leaders at Fruit Attraction 2026 to address mounting challenges in fresh produce supply chains, including shipping disruptions, cybersecurity vu
DOT Launches Supply Chain Visibility Initiative and Dashboard
The U.S. Department of Transportation is launching a supply chain initiative and visibility dashboard aimed at improving transparency and coordination across the logistics network. This government-led
$100B Trade Gap Signals Data Blind Spots in US-China Supply Chain
ImportGenius has identified a $100 billion gap between what China reports exporting to the United States and what U.S. customs records show as received. This discrepancy, which becomes apparent when n
Data Sharing Closes Supply Chain Visibility Gaps Across Networks
Supply chain visibility remains a persistent challenge for organizations managing complex, multi-tier networks. This article explores how shared product data can systematically address visibility gaps
Mars hits 98% sustainable cocoa but misses 2025 target
Mars has achieved 98% sustainable cocoa sourcing through responsible procurement programs as of 2025, demonstrating significant progress but falling short of its target for 100% adoption by that year.
DCSA Expands Standards with IoT and Reefer Container Visibility
The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) has expanded its technical standards to include Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities and enhanced reefer container visibility. This development stren
Cross-Sector Registry System to Simplify Supply Chain Decarbonization
The Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) is spearheading a collaborative initiative to create a unified, cross-sector registry system designed to standardize and simplify carbon emissions tracking across tr
Tariffs Drive New SEC Disclosure Requirements for Supply Chains
Recent tariff developments are compelling publicly traded companies to enhance their SEC quarterly and annual disclosures, particularly regarding supply chain exposure and trade-related risks. This sh
OB Streem Advances Supply Chain Visibility with End-to-End Connection
OB Streem has introduced a platform designed to enhance supply chain visibility and connectivity across fragmented logistics networks. The solution addresses a critical pain point in modern supply cha
Cross-Border Truck Tracking Gap Creates Supply Chain Safety Risk
A critical visibility gap in cross-border truck tracking systems is creating safety and operational risks for supply chain networks spanning North America. The inability to monitor shipments in real-t
Highway's $100K Fraud Guarantee Reshapes Carrier Vetting Standards
Highway, a carrier-vetting platform, has introduced a performance guarantee that backs legitimate freight moves with up to $100,000 in coverage, a structural shift in how brokers manage carrier risk.
Companies Struggle to Measure Climate Damage in Supply Chains
Climate-related disruptions are actively impacting supply chains globally, yet the vast majority of companies lack adequate measurement frameworks to quantify the financial and operational damage. Thi
Supply Chain Visibility Crisis: Why More Data Means Less Clarity
Supply chain organizations are drowning in data but starving for actionable intelligence. Despite unprecedented access to information from suppliers, carriers, warehouses, and demand signals, supply c
Gen Z Demands Full Shipment Explainability, Here's Why
The article highlights an emerging consumer expectation that transcends traditional tracking: younger consumers will demand not just location data, but full explainability of why their shipments took
FedEx Launches Shopify App to Eliminate Surprise Import Duties
FedEx has launched a new Duty and Tax application integrated with Shopify's platform, designed to provide transparent and guaranteed cost estimates for international shipments at the point of checkout
Ocean Carriers Show 31% Emissions Gap on Same Trade Lane
VesselBot's analysis of 86,389 container voyages reveals a critical insight for sustainability-focused shippers: trade-lane averages mask enormous performance variations between carriers operating ide
EU retreats on supply-chain rules but compliance burdens remain
The European Commission has shifted course on its ambitious supply-chain regulatory agenda, backing away from some of its more aggressive enforcement timelines and requirements. However, this retreat
End-to-End Logistics Tracking Enhances Global Supply Chain Visibility
This article explores how modern end-to-end logistics tracking systems, exemplified by solutions like Trackingeyes, are fundamentally reshaping supply chain visibility across global operations. Real-t
UL Solutions: Unlocking Business Value From Sustainability Data
UL Solutions highlights the strategic importance of converting sustainability data into measurable business value for supply chain organizations. As global enterprises face intensifying regulatory pre
When Supply Chains Go Dark: Risks and Resilience
The concept of 'dark supply chains', segments where visibility and transparency collapse, represents a critical vulnerability for modern commerce. When supply chains lose real-time tracking, informati
EEA Freight Transport Activity: Key Metrics Shaping European Logistics
The European Environment Agency (EEA) publishes comprehensive freight transport activity metrics that serve as a critical barometer for supply chain sustainability and operational efficiency across th
Shipping Industry Calls for Greater Public Recognition
WISTA Hellas (Women's International Shipping & Trading Association, Greece chapter) is championing efforts to elevate the shipping industry's profile with the general public and policymakers. The orga
Reelables & Hubble Network Enable Global Cargo Tracking with Smart Labels
Reelables has announced a strategic partnership with Hubble Network to integrate satellite-based tracking capabilities into its smart label platform, enabling shippers to monitor cargo in real-time ac
Deforestation & Food Supply Chains: Critical ESG Risk
The World Economic Forum has highlighted the urgent need to address deforestation within global food supply chains, a structural challenge that affects procurement decisions across multiple continents
Maersk Container Tracking: How Live Data Powers Logistics
Maersk is leveraging advanced container tracking capabilities to provide logistics customers with live data visibility across their shipments. This technology-driven approach addresses a critical pain
USPS Boosts End-to-End Shipping Visibility With Bluetooth Tech
The United States Postal Service is advancing its operational transparency by deploying Bluetooth-enabled tracking technology to monitor shipments and identify network bottlenecks. This initiative rep
End-to-End Logistics Tracking: Transforming Supply Chain Visibility
This article examines how comprehensive end-to-end logistics tracking systems enhance visibility across global supply chains, enabling organizations to monitor shipments in real time across multiple t