Fri.Mar 14, 2025

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An Update to President’s Trump’s Tariff Policy

MTS Logistics

This Wednesday, President Donald Trump issued a 25% tariff across all aluminum and steel products imported into the U.S. Conceived as a plan to stimulate the U.S. and its massive economy, the plan has been negatively received. Many are viewing the latest tariff maneuvers as a risk that threatens to impact the price of consumer and industrial goods for American consumers.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 14, 2025)

Talking Logistics

When my father (Papi) retired, my wife and I bought him a journal and a pen. On the inside front cover I wrote, In the days that follow, write your memories, tell us your story, turn this book into a memory of your life. To be honest, I never thought he would write a single. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 14, 2025) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Trinity Logistics Leverages the Former Freight Agent Talent of Klaus Luhta

Trinity Logistics

Trinity Logistics, a leading, nationwide third-party logistics provider (3PL), is pleased to announce the appointment of Klaus Luhta as In-House Counsel. Luhta, who has served as a Freight Agent with Trinity Logistics for almost five years, transitions into this vital role with a wealth of experience and legal wisdom. In his tenure as a Freight Agent, Luhta demonstrated exceptional skills in contract negotiation, risk management, and compliance.

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Understanding Freight Class: The Key to Smarter Shipping with GoShip

GoShip Blog

At GoShip, we know that shipping freight isnt just about moving goods from A to B. The way cargo is classified can significantly impact costs, efficiency, and delivery speed. Thats where freight class comes ina system that ensures shipments are priced fairly and handled correctly. What Is Freight Class and Why Does It Matter? Freight class is a standardized way to categorize shipments based on four factors: Density: How much space the freight takes up relative to its weight.

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Smart Tech + Human Expertise = How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Optimizing Contract Warehousing: A Case Study in 3rd Party Labor Management

Supply Chain Brain

Enterprise-level manufacturers often struggle with their warehouse operations; when left unaddressed, the issues compound reducing productivity, wasting resources and increasing costs. National 3PL provider WSI took these issues to task by working directly with a Fortune 500 manufacturer and tailoring a contract warehouse labor management program to remove inefficiencies, transform operations, and positively impact their supply chains.

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China Slams Sale of Panama Canal Ports

Supply Chain Brain

The deal is " a spineless, groveling, profit-seeking move that sells ones integrity for personal gains, said the opinion piece," said an opinion piece in a Beijing-backed newspaper.

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Father and Son Pest and Lawn Solutions: From Outdated Tech to Outstanding Service

Linxup

With a growing team and more than 30 vehicles, this Florida landscaper needed a better way to improve job scheduling, deliver proof of work, lower liability risk, and prioritize safety for its crews on the road. Heres how they did it.

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Why Your 3PL Partner May Change in 2025

Supply Chain Brain

With business climates shifting across the country and across the globe, supply chains and their strategic partners exist in a constant state of flux2025 will continue in the same vein, with some caveats to consider.

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Supply Chain & Logistics News March 10th – 13th 2025

Logistics Viewpoints

The global trade, logistics, and maritime sectors are witnessing significant shifts driven by AI, sustainability initiatives, and evolving economic policies. Concirrus and OceanMinds new partnership integrates AI-driven risk analytics with maritime emissions tracking to help insurers meet decarbonization goals. At ProMat 2025, Made4net is showcasing AI-powered warehouse management solutions, while CMA CGM is committing $20 billion to expand its U.S. operations across maritime, warehousing, and a

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Watch: How Retail Supply Chains Can Withstand Tariffs and Trade Wars

Supply Chain Brain

Joanna Rangarajan, managing director and partner with Alvarez & Marsals Consumer and Retail Group, advises how retail supply chains can become more balanced and resilient in the face of constant disruptions and global crises.