In Depth – Page 7
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VideoALSC Mexico 2024: Drinks reception wrap-up
The automotive logistics industry and supply chain gathers to discuss nearshoring, digitalisation, the impact of the recent elections in bpth Mexico and the US and more…
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NewsA stronger supply chain before your very eyes
Agnieszka Kubiak, senior vice-president of logistics at Brose Group, explains how the tier one supplier is iimproving supply chain transparency.
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NewsUS-Mexico automotive trade: Policy shifts, labour costs and investments
The recent US election introduces fresh uncertainties for Mexico’s automotive supply chain, from policy shifts to rising labour costs and investment dynamics.
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FeatureRecap blog: ALSC Mexico 2024
Stay with us for real-time updates on critical trends like international trade, localisation strategies, supply chain software, organisational culture, automotive packaging, inventory management and more.
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AnalysisAutomotive logistics industry fragmentation continues to drive M&A activity
The inbound and finished vehicle logistics markets in Europe and North America remain largely fragmented but M&A activity has picked up in 2024.
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FeatureWalking a fine line on cross-border logistics
Speakers from Accuride, Bosch, DSV and Ryder discussed the measures they were taking to avoid disruption to cross-border parts flows at ALSC Global 2024
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NewsUS election: Impact on Mexico’s automotive logistics
A look at the potential impacts on the North American automotive logistics industry and US-Mexico trade following the results of the US presidential election.
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NewsDSV’s takeover of DB Schenker to bring strategic benefits, says Greg Slawson
DSV’s €14.3 billion acquisition of DB Schenker seeks to transform automotive logistics by offering expanded services and digital innovations.
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FeatureEnric Martí on digital transformation at Seat Martorell
Seat Martorell’s logistics director Enric Martí on the carmaker’s transformation towards digitalisation and EVs
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FeatureMorocco becomes largest vehicle exporter to EU
Morocco now leads automotive exports to the EU, surpassing China and Japan. With robust logistics and rising production, North Africa gains momentum.
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NewsVolkswagen to close plants, lay off staff and cut wages in Germany
VW is aiming to close three plants in Germany, make wider redundancies and cut pay by 10% in its industrial heartland to try and gain back competitiveness
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FeatureMexican powerhouse poised to grow
Mexico’s booming tier one automotive sector, drives GDP growth, job creation and global supply chain dynamics amid evolving USMCA policies.
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AnalysisAutomotive Logistics 2024 Systems & Software Survey results show stakeholder commitment to digital transformation
A new Automotive Logistics survey reveals how LSPs, OEMs and Tier suppliers are prioritising software upgrades to tackle interoperability and visibility challenges.
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FeatureDriving a cultural change in GM’s aftersales service
Heather Latham, GM’s director of supplier management, is driving a groundbreaking shift by unifying production and aftersales service supply chains.
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FeatureVolkswagen de Mexico’s strategic logistics overhaul for the EV transition
Volkswagen de Mexico is focusing on EV production in North America, enhancing logistics with AI and predictive analytics for a resilient supply chain.
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FeatureCollaboration drives digital change in CATL's battery logistics
CATL’s Aleksej Kruekov talk about challenges in digitalising battery logistics and the EV supply chain while solving data silos and interoperability
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FeatureA matrix for dealing with disruption at VW Group of America
VW’s Paulo Monteiro highlights flexible logistics strategies to tackle supply chain disruptions at the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference.
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AnalysisPositive global production and sales forecast, tempered by cautious North American and European outlook
Global automotive production sees growth, but North America and Europe face slower sales and capacity challenges amid shifting market dynamics and electrification trends.
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FeatureBMW embraces Design for Circularity to lead in sustainability
BMW’s Roberto Rossetti explains the carmaker’s Design for Circularity approach, which focuses on recycled materials, reduced parts and optimised disassembly
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InterviewJeffrey Morrison on General Motors vision for supply chain collaboration
GM’s shift to electrification is driving innovation and evolving supplier partnerships across automotive supply chains.