Rare earth magnet shortage disrupts global auto production China produces almost 70% of rare earth magnets but exports are now tied up in lengthy license applications, prompting supply and shortage concerns. Charlie Blackie-Kelly
Automotive market faces slower growth and capacity challenges amid electrification shift, S&P Global’s Mike Wall reveals The automotive industry outlook is rapidly evolving and OEMs, tier suppliers and logistic providers alike are all having to swiftly adapt to rapidly changing regional market dynamics. Mike Wall, executive director, automotive analysis, S&P Global Mobility provides his expert insight at this year’s Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference. Daniel Harrison
In pics: Insights, networking and gala dinner at the first day of ALSC Europe 2024 The ALSC Europe 2024 Day 1 wrap-up offers a vibrant glimpse into the kickoff of the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Europe conference in Bonn, Germany. Panels and workshops took place around the event’s central theme; exploring avenues across digitalisation, speed to market, cost efficiency, and sustainability. Automotive Logistics
Distribution Down Under: How AIVs are smartening up Toyota’s new parts centre Intelligent robots and sophisticated design are helping Toyota to achieve a higher level of efficiency at its new warehouse in Sydney, Australia. Automotive Logistics finds out more Mike Farish
The long way home For inbound automotive supply chains, returnable packaging just makes sense. No carmaker wants to spend money on wood, paper and cardboard again and again, only to have to fork out straight away for costly waste disposal. Jonathan Ward
Hanging in the balance Lower production output, slower growth in export markets and several regulatory and operational issues are threatening to unbalance Poland’s finished vehicle market Vladislav Vorotnikov
Africa awakes Africa’s vehicle production and distribution sector still trails much of the rest of the world, but the signs are that this is beginning to change Gavin du Venage
