North America

The latest logistics developments in North America.

North America

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JLR Reimagines sustainable seat foam with closed-loop logistics

2024-11-28T12:21:00+00:00By

JLR boosts sustainability with closed-loop logistics, pioneering circularity in eco-friendly seat foam production.

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Red Sofa | Kia México’s Ricardo Ortega Márquez on challenges & innovation

2024-11-27T17:38:00+00:00By

Ricardo Ortega of Kia México shares insights on logistics, nearshoring and AI innovation at ALSC Mexico 2024.

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Trump’s tariff threats could upend North America’s auto supply chain

2024-11-26T18:06:00+00:00By

Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada risk disrupting nearshoring and the automotive supply chain across North America.

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Red Sofa | Nissan’s Carlos Eudave on building resilient networks

2024-11-26T16:10:00+00:00By

Carlos Eudave reveals how Nissan adapts vehicle logistics with innovation, ensuring flexibility, resilience, and competitiveness in a dynamic market.

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Red Sofa | Nissan’s Dayan León on redefining nearshoring partnerships

2024-11-25T14:37:00+00:00By

Discover how Nissan is leveraging innovation, trust and digitalisation to redefine supply chain partnerships amidst nearshoring trends.

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Mexico is the backbone of North American automotive supply

2024-11-22T17:03:00+00:00By

Mexico’s auto production hits record highs, but investment in logistics, security, and digital infrastructure is critical to meet growing North American demand.

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Red Sofa | Hugo Villicaña, Brose on Mexico-US cross-border logistics

2024-11-20T09:00:00+00:00By

Learn how Brose North America drives efficiency in Mexico-US cross-border logistics with nearshoring, consolidation centres, and smart strategies. 

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Red Sofa | Rubén Ballesteros on reshaping MG México’s logistics strategy

2024-11-19T11:59:00+00:00By

Discover how Rubén Ballesteros, head of logistics at MG México, drives growth with innovative strategies and a customer-first approach.

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BMW’s sustainable packaging: when cardboard is worth more than gold

2024-11-18T17:04:00+00:00By

How can a simple cardboard box reform global automotive logistics? BMW’s innovative PAL973 packaging boosts efficiency, saves costs, and champions sustainability across continents. 

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ALSC Mexico 2024: Day 2 wrap-up and conference close

2024-11-15T09:20:00+00:00By

The automotive logistics industry discusses the importance of next generation’s critical role in driving digital transformation and shaping the future of the supply chain.

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Investment in nearshoring continues in Mexico’s automotive supply chain

2024-11-14T15:42:00+00:00By

Despite tariff concerns, investments in nearshoring remain strong in Mexico’s automotive supply chain, driving expected growth for 2025. 

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Toyota announces $1.4 billion investment in Mexico

2024-11-14T13:11:00+00:00By

Toyota commits $1.4 billion to expand its Mexico factories for its Tacoma truck and hybrid models, reinforcing its role in US-Mexico nearshoring.

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ALSC Mexico 2024: Conference Day 1 wrap-up

2024-11-14T09:16:00+00:00By

Key strategies for managing supply chain complexity discussed at ALSC Mexico 2024: AI, digitalisation and policy reform. 

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ALSC Mexico 2024: Drinks reception wrap-up

2024-11-13T08:57:00+00:00By

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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Xavier Duchemin takes over global supply chain role at Stellantis

2024-11-11T20:23:00+00:00By

As part of its reorganisation of supply chain and logistics, Xavier Duchemin has taken over as vice-president of global supply chain at Stellantis. 

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Stellantis expands Sustainera reconditioned parts range in North America

2024-11-11T18:27:00+00:00By

Stellantis is working with online used parts distributor B-Parts to move its expanded range of Sustainera service parts to dealers across the North America.

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US-Mexico automotive trade: Policy shifts, labour costs and investments

2024-11-08T21:26:00+00:00By and

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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Recap blog: ALSC Mexico 2024

2024-11-08T15:34:00+00:00By , , and

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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Automotive logistics industry fragmentation continues to drive M&A activity

2024-11-07T13:29:00+00:00By

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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US election: Impact on Mexico’s automotive logistics

2024-11-04T16:48:00+00:00By

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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