PSA BDP Blog

Welcome to the PSA BDP Blog. Penned by our team of experts across the globe, this is your source for the latest insights and commentary on industry trends, top news headlines, and PSA BDP happenings. Check back often for updates!

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industry insights tariffs and trade

On December 13, the US and Chinese administrations came to an agreement on various items that have been troubling both of the country’s economic and trade programs.

US business plagued by trade confusion as new tariffs loom; UK holds another election to determine Brexit and Britain's future; Trucking faces ‘messy middle’ on road to electrification

industry insights

With BDP Smart Vū, upstream visibility brings added power to your procurement, keeping you in control of your supply chain.

industry insights

In the latest installment of Talking Trade, Melissa Pinheiro discusses Forced Labor and its potential far-reaching impact to the supply chain, and how governments around the world are taking measures to combat it.

industry insights

2020 is ushering in a host of new proposed regulations. What you need to know to ensure operations are safe and compliant.

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Michael Ford examines the impending Tranche IV(b) tariffs set to go into effect on December 15, as well as a potential new set of tariffs set to hit products from France, Brazil and Argentina.

US proposes tariffs on $2.4B in French goods; Panama Canal: Upholding a legacy of sustainability; Ocean shipping in crossfire again as trade war reignites

Commodity shippers are struggling to obtain 2020-compliant fuel; CINS publishes first guidelines to help reduce containership fire risk; Will trucking see a turnaround in 2020?

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The transportation industry is the biggest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Global Sustainability Manager, Maureen Malia, discusses current trends and how companies within the supply chain industry are seeking alternative solutions to combat their carbon footprint.

Canadian rail strike; Truck driver shortage or utilization crisis?; Malaysia bans open-loop scrubbers