Supply chain purchasing
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NewsHödlmayr using Mercedes-Benz etruck for Magna shuttle service in Austria
Hödlmayr is moving vehicles made at the Magna Steyr plant in Austria to its nearby vehicle compound.
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NewsFord drops Jack Cooper mid-contract, threatening union jobs
Ford ends contract with Jack Cooper, risking union jobs. Teamsters and analysts weigh in on the impact for logistics and workforce stability.
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NewsVW looks at digital architecture for rapid, local EV roll-out in China
VW China is looking at rapid battery EV development on a new digital architecture supported by a local supply chain that will enable it to produce value over volume.
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NewsHonda and Nissan include supply chain synergies in business integration talks
Honda and Nissan have signed an MoU to explore closer business inegration and a joint holding company that could also include Mitsubishi
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NewsSenior management changes for VW Group of America
VW Group of America has appointed Kjell Gruner as president and CEO, and promoted Henning Habicht to head of Chattanooga operations.
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NewsVDA releases updated auditing standard to optimise supply chain logistics
VDA 6.8 Process Audit Supply Chain includes updates on service provider management and procurement, to transport and in-house logistics
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NewsStellantis’ VP of global supply chain moves to head up France
Xavier Duchemin moves from Stellantis VP of global supply chain to head of France as the carmaker faces leadership and structural changes.
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NewsAutomotive logistics providers are experiencing increasing cost pressures
Automotive logistics providers face rising cost pressures as OEMs push for savings to sustain EV investment and stay competitive in 2024.
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VideoRed Sofa | Kia México’s Ricardo Ortega Márquez on challenges & innovation
Ricardo Ortega of Kia México shares insights on logistics, nearshoring and AI innovation at ALSC Mexico 2024.
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FeatureTrump’s tariff threats could upend North America’s auto supply chain
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada risk disrupting nearshoring and the automotive supply chain across North America.
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FeatureMexico is the backbone of North American automotive supply
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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FeatureGKN achieves EcoVadis Gold sustainability rating
GKN Automotive achieves EcoVadis Gold rating, advancing from Silver in 2023 and Bronze in 2022, highlighting its sustainability commitment.
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VideoALSC Mexico 2024: Day 2 wrap-up and conference close
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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VideoALSC Mexico 2024: Conference Day 1 wrap-up
Key strategies for managing supply chain complexity discussed at ALSC Mexico 2024: AI, digitalisation and policy reform.
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FeatureRecap blog: ALSC Mexico 2024
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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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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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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NewsVolkswagen to close plants, lay off staff and cut wages in Germany
VW is aiming to close three plants in Germany, make wider redundancies and cut pay by 10% in its industrial heartland to try and gain back competitiveness
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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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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