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Strong Freight Forecast Expected Thru 2026, What It Means for Shippers & 5 Things to Get Prepared

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Freight Transportation Forecast to 2026. percent by 2026. This means the increased revenue by 2026 would amount to more than five percent of the total current US National Debt. million by 2026. On July 27, 2015, the American Trucking Association s released the U.S. percent in freight volume within the next 11 years.

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Walmart and the New Supply Chain Reality: AI, Automation, and Resilience

Logistics Viewpoints

This article outlines key factors driving supply chain change, the limitations of outdated strategies, and how Walmart is restructuring its supply chain using AI and automation. Warehouse automation is a key part of Walmarts strategy. Consumer demand for ethical sourcing is also influencing corporate procurement strategies.

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Navigating the Complex Landscape of ESG and Forced Labor Regulations: Insights from IBM’s Conference

Logistics Viewpoints

The FLR adopts the International Labor Organizations definition of forced labor and mandates the European Commission to issue guidelines by June 2026 to aid compliance. Unlike the US Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, the FLR applies to all products regardless of origin, using a risk-based approach to assess forced labor risks.

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Honeywell Announces Intent to Separate Automation and Aerospace, Enabling the Creation of Three Industry-leading Companies

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The planned separation, coupled with the previously announced plan to spin Advanced Materials, will result in three publicly listed industry leaders with distinct strategies and growth drivers. The separation is intended to be completed in the second half of 2026 and in a manner that is tax-free to Honeywell shareholders.

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October 21st – 24th Supply Chain & Logistics News Round Up

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He outlined a strategy to rebuild the company by addressing cultural and performance issues, emphasizing that Boeing needs to stabilize before considering the development of a new aircraft. The strike, costing Boeing $1 billion a month, is exacerbating the company’s financial woes, with its third-quarter losses reaching $6.2

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October 14th- 18th Supply Chain & Logistics News

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Successive governments have determined that applying zero duty on wine is the best strategy to help winemakers keep producing and selling. Spain produces over 6 billion bottles of wine every year, and winemakers do not pay any duty for it. Ryan highlighted Sellercloud as a key complement to their existing e-commerce investments.

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New Study Shows Global Trade Compliance Is Not Slowing Down Any Time Soon

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It adopts the International Labor Organizations definition of forced labor and mandates the European Commission to release compliance guidelines by June 2026. Set for full enforcement starting December 14, 2027, it requires companies to ensure that all stages of their supply chains are free from forced labor.