Supply chain managment
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News
Subaru secures EV battery supply with Panasonic Energy
Subaru is developing a lithium-ion gigafactory in Japan with Panasonic Energy that will supply batteries for its EVs from 2028
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News
ALSC Mexico 2024 set to return to Mexico City for 10th year
The 10th edition of Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico will be taking place in Mexico City in November this year.
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News
Toyota says battery EV outlook remains secure and flexible
Responding to reports it was cutting pure EV production Toyota said it is proceeding with plans based on 1.5m units in 2026
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Analysis
From supply chain stockpiles to customisation
The automotive industry needs to adapt to new consumer trends and reorganise its inventory management and delivery strategies
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News
Valmet Automotive spins off battery business
Valmet Automotive is making its battery-producing Electric Vehicle Systems business an independent company with its own leadership
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Partner Content
Localising EV supply chains isn’t a trend, it’s a necessity
The drive toward localisation is a strategic approach to building more resilient and sustainable supply chains says Ease Logistics
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News
Ford changes EV outlook and realigns battery sourcing
Ford is focusing EV developments on commercial vans and pickups while also realigning its battery sourcing in the US
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News
Canada rail strikes live blog: Authority orders arbitration between Teamsters and rail companies
Teamsters Canada Rail union members and CN and CPKC railroads are in dispute, with an arbitration now called by the government
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Livestream
Livestream: what process-led change means for Toyota’s logistics
Explore how carmakers such as Toyota leverage process mining and optimisation to create digital twins, contain costs and free up working capital.
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News
Antolin, Gestamp and Fersa embrace AI to transform industrial processes
Spanish parts makers are pushing process improvements across their businesses using the latest digital technology
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News
JCB chooses TVS Supply Chain Solutions for in-plant logistics at Vadodara
TVS Supply Chain Solutions is managing in-plant warehousing and logistics operations for JCB’s facility in Vadodara, Gujarat
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News
BMW’s Ulrich Wieland to lead Spartanburg logistics; Oliver Bilstein changes to overseas supply
BMW’s Wieland will lead logistics and material control in Spartanburg, as Bilstein leads overseas supply, responsible for global kits and parts shipments
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News
Maersk: Container volume to rise, Red Sea disruption continues
Maersk has hiked up its projected 2024 profits by $2 billion despite Red Sea disruptions
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News
BMW expanding parts distribution facility in Shenyang
BMW is investing $37.8m in a second-phase 80,000 sq.m expansion of its parts logistics facility in Shenyang, China.
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Company Content
Global EV sales hit record highs despite supply chain fears
The electric vehicle market bust? Debunking myths and the road ahead for automotive logistics. Analysis by Ultima Media’s Daniel Harrison
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Feature
How manufacturers like Toyota and Forvia ensure digital interoperability in the automotive supply chain
Experts from Toyota, Vinturas, Forvia and TrueCommerce on challenges in digitalising the automotive supply chain and ensuring interoperability network-wide
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News
BMW, Ford trial 3D printing automotive parts using recycled fishing nets
Fishy Filaments has been working with OEMs such as Ford and BMW to trial the use of its recycled fishing nets in 3D printing of automotive parts
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News
Tesla pauses Mexico gigafactory until after US election
Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk has paused plans for Gigafactory Mexico until after US presidential election due to Trump’s EV tariffs.
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Video
Red Sofa Interview | Toyota’s David Herb on the future of AI in supply and demand planning
David Herb, Toyota North America talks about the benefits of AI in supply and demand planning in automotive logistics and supply chain
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News
Russia faces a shortage of Chinese automotive imports as sanctions intensify
Chinese parts and vehicle makers are concerned about secondary sanctions and payment problems related to exports to Russia