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Capacity constraints continue: finished vehicle logistics survey Q2 2023
Download this exclusive report to discover the latest challenges facing finished vehicle logistics. Based on an extensive survey of FVL users and providers so far in 2023, the results provide clear insight into the specific issues affecting the global vehicle logistics sector.
Toyota suspends all Japan assembly plants following order system glitch
The glitch has stopped the OEM from being able to order parts, forcing a nationwide shutdown.
From South Carolina to the world of BMW, with love
BMW’s parts export operations in Spartanburg are a study in managing complexity and quality in packing, and where innovation can make a big difference.
Chinese vehicle exports keep Russian vehicle logistics afloat at sea – and by rail
Russia has become the top destination for Chinese vehicle exports, but vehicle logistics are a challenge, leading to new delivery methods, including cars in containers.
Investing in the long term: Interview series with GM’s Jeff Morrison, VP global purchasing and supply chain
GM’s global purchasing chief, Jeff Morrison, has forged partnerships across chipmakers and battery materials. Now his team wants to regain more control especially in vehicle logistics, where the industry faces many bottlenecks.
Talking from the top of GM’s supply chain: Jeff Morrison is investing in change
General Motors’ vice-president for global purchasing and supply chain talks resilience, transforming battery and chip resilience, and why finished vehicle logistics is now one of his top global concerns.
Sallaum Lines expands ro-ro capacity with new PCTC orders
The shipping firm moves finished vehicles for OEMs like Ford and BMW between the US, Europe and Africa.
JLR uses AI to strengthen supply chain
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and Everstream Analytics will work together to predict and avoid future disruptions in the supply chain.
Fisker meets with officials in China to plan logistics for new delivery centre
Fisker visited its offices in Shanghai to strategise logistics for its China delivery centre.
Ford names Liz Door chief supply chain officer with aim to make SCM a competitive advantage
Door will lead in securing operations and improving quality and digitalisation across the supply chain. Jonathan Jennings and Dave Bozeman will also leave Ford
Denis Le Vot is chief supply chain officer at Renault Group; Jean-François Salles to lead strategic partnerships
The board-level position reports to CEO Luca de Meo. Renault’s current supply chain vice-president, Jean-François Salles, leads partnerships in materials, battery and digitalisation
Transform, connect and flex: JLR’s end-to-end supply chain upgrade
Barbara Bergmeier is leading an upgrade of systems, skills and supplier relations across JLR’s supply chain as the OEM aims to build more EVs and reduce emissions across the supply chain
Automotive logistics can empower Asian manufacturers globally
DP World is building a network of technologically advanced vehicle handling terminals that Asian carmakers stand to benefit from as they export globally
Capacity crisis continues: finished vehicle logistics survey Q1 2023
Download this exclusive report to discover the latest challenges facing finished vehicle logistics. Based on an extensive survey of FVL users and providers in the last quarter of 2022, the results provide clear insight into the specific issues affecting the global vehicle logistics sector.
BMW’s lean, green and digital difference
For BMW’s head of production and supply chain network, Michael Nikolaides, one of the main results of recent disruption has been the growth in influence of the logistics function across the company
Michael Nikolaides on why logistics is a strategic advantage at BMW
The carmaker’s top supply chain executive explains how logistics is driving production and product strategy, influencing localisation and helping BMW to be greener
Seven new car carriers to be built for Anji shipping
Reports suggest the Chinese carrier is paying a record price for each carrier, to be built at Jinling and Jiangnan shipyards.
Supply chain planning to avoiding the next crisis in Mexico and beyond
Gerardo De La Torre Garcia describes how Nissan managed the semiconductor crisis, including how the company adapted supply, logistics and production and its impacts in Mexico and beyond. Experts from logistics providers Ryder and timematters give insights on avoiding future crises.
Ceva completes integration of Gefco’s vehicle logistics business
Ceva has completed the integration of Gefco’s finished vehicle logistics business, giving it a global presence as it ties those services to its own in Asia and looks to the Americas
JD Logistics helps improve SAIC-GM-Wuling service parts deliveries
JD Logistics has taken over the management of four service parts warehouses in China for joint venture SAIC-GM-Wuling
