All Supply Chain Planning articles – Page 3
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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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NewsHistoric floods in Valencia impact automotive supply chain
Catastrophic flooding following very heavy rain in Valencia, Spain has disrupted the automotive supply chain, including OEMs, suppliers and road and rail links
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NewsRyan Grimm to lead group purchasing supplier development at Toyota
Robert Young is retiring from Toyota Motor North America after a 30-year tenure and Ryan Grimm will take over as group vice-president of purchasing supplier development
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Partner ContentThe end-to-end in sight
DP World’s automotive logistics head, David D’Annunzio, shared his vision on navigating EV transitions, enhancing aftermarket support and building resilient, transparent supply chains.
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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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NewsUK budget aims to support EV sector but it’s not enough says SMMT
The UK government has announced a range of measures to support EV take up in the UK in its annaul Autumn Budget but it doesn’t go far enough says SMMT
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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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Partner ContentNearshoring in North America and the role of reusable packaging
Streamline North America’s automotive supply chain with nearshoring and reusable packaging, enhancing efficiency, reducing waste and boosting resilience with CHEP.
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NewsMercedes-Benz opens lithium battery recycling facility in Germany
Mercedes-Benz has opened a lithium battery recycling plant that uses an integrated mechanical-hydrometallurgical process to close the battery material supply loop.
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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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NewsCatena-X signs MoU with AIAG to expand data-sharing network in North America
The Automotive Industry Action Group has an agreement with Catena-X to act as its North American hub for the data-sharing automotive industry platform.
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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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NewsImpact of Hurricane Milton on auto operations not as severe as Helene
Finished vehicle operations are returning to normal at terminals in Florida following Hurricane Milton but full operational assessments are still being made
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FeatureStellantis moves supply chain from purchasing to manufacturing in leadership reshuffle
The carmaker has announced executive changes that include the supply chain and logistics organisation now reporting to manufacturing chief Arnaud Deboeuf
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NewsGM doubles down on EV battery strategy in North America
GM’s battery lead Kurt Kelty revealed the carmaker’s new roadmap for battery development and said GM will add battery cell development facility in Michigan
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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.