BYD Says It Can’t Judge How Many Cars It Will Sell This Year The Chinese automaker cited uncertainties over supply chains and consumer demand stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic Caixin Global · Jan 5, 2023
New car sales fall to lowest level in three decades amid supply chain issues 2022 ‘very difficult’ but supply problems ‘beginning to ease’ says SMMT The Independent UK · Jan 5, 2023
These are not your mother's machines - the next generation of American manufacturing is high-tech, and skilled workers are needed to operate these advanced tools The U.S. Navy is beginning to build 12 top-of-the-line nuclear submarines , with the first one scheduled to be completed by 2027. But it is missing a critical ingredient: many of an estimated 50,000 skilled workers to get the job done. It also lacks a reliable supply chain and the… The Conversation · Jan 4, 2023
Edmunds: Top vehicles to look out for in 2023 The supply chain shortage has crushed automotive production and sales, but that hasn’t stopped automakers from introducing new and redesigned models The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2023
Tesla makes record deliveries in 2022, but falls short of expectations The electric car maker Tesla has been hit hard by supply chain issues linked to China's zero-Covid policy and is now facing a slump in consumer demand. Despite Tesla making record deliveries in 2022, the figures fell short of Wall Street expectations. The group's share price plunged 65 percent last… France 24 · Jan 3, 2023
The Healthcare Sector Needs to Lead the way on Decarbonization The recent Lancet Countdown report on Climate Change highlighted the impact of the healthcare sector on global emissions. The report indicates that the total emissions footprint of the global health sector is 5.2% or 2.7 GtCO2e of total global emissions, while contributing to 10% of global GDP. As per Health… The Times of India · Dec 29, 2022
Brexit means no British manufacturer able to build UK government’s ministerial cars UK carmakers ‘unable to meet the requirements’ of the Metropolitan Police protection service The Independent UK · Dec 24, 2022
Years of global supply chain chaos could be a nearshoring jackpot for the Americas in 2023 China's status as the factory of the world is diminishing, and Latin America is getting ready to step up. Fortune · Dec 23, 2022
2 Auto Stocks to Buy in December and 2 to Avoid The automotive industry is poised for long-term growth, thanks to the increasing integration of digital technologies and the growing popularity of electric vehicles. Given the industry tailwinds, investing in fundamentally sound auto stocks General Motors (GM) and Honda Motor (HMC) could be wise. However, with supply chain constraints, rising interest… StockNews.com · Dec 21, 2022
Offshore wind firms confident of future growth despite skills challenges Supply chain companies said they wanted better visibility of market opportunities Birmingham Post · Dec 20, 2022
Henry Colbeck delivers 'exceptional' profit despite supply issues and price inflation The chip shop supplier said higher turnover was largely down to more sales, not only higher prices Birmingham Post · Dec 20, 2022
How big brands like Tesco are drawn to ‘wild west of global supply chain’ In the Thai city of Mae Sot, where wages and labour conditions are substandard, factories can keep costs low The Guardian - UK · Dec 19, 2022
India, Vietnam are emerging as Apple's next manufacturing hub, analysts say India and Vietnam are emerging as Apple Inc's next manufacturing hubs as assembly partners seek to add resilience to a supply chain heavily centered on China and shaken by its geopolitical and health challenges. The Times of India · Dec 19, 2022
Workers in Thailand who made F&F jeans for Tesco ‘trapped in effective forced labour’ Exclusive: Supermarket faces landmark lawsuit in the UK from 130 former workers alleging negligence The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2022
Fortune · Dec 17, 2022 Biden's efforts to starve China of chips are rewriting the rules of global trade–and even U.S. allies are balking at the upheaval The U.S. is asking allies to pick sides in its chip battle with China—and some are hesitant to choose.
ABC News · Dec 17, 2022 Child workers found throughout Hyundai-Kia supply chain in Alabama A Reuters investigation finds children worked for at least four Alabama parts suppliers to Hyundai and Kia in recent years, with staffing agencies placing migrant minors in plants where regulations ban kids from working.
Motor1 · Dec 16, 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Base Price Increases Again, Now Starts At $57,869 "Rising material costs, market factors, and ongoing supply chain constraints" are forcing the increase, according to Ford.
StockNews.com · Dec 16, 2022 4 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist Before 2023 Despite the continued supply chain disruptions due to U.S.-China tensions, the semiconductor industry is poised to expand significantly due to its increasing demand and usage across all sectors. Furthermore, federal investments are boosting the industry’s growth. Hence, it could be wise to add fundamentally strong and quality semiconductor stocks STMicroelectronics…
Daily Mirror · Dec 16, 2022 Baggage handlers filmed laughing while hurling passengers' bags on conveyor belt DHL Supply Chain said two baggage handlers have been removed from operations after footage emerged of workers roughly handling and throwing luggage
Birmingham Post · Dec 16, 2022 Supply issues mean Northern Ireland companies holding £1.2B of unfinished goods Manufacturers have had to hold more stock and look for alternative suppliers to spread supply chain risk
Fortune · Dec 16, 2022 A top Chinese AirPod maker is following Apple as it shifts its supply chain away from the mainland As Apple diversifies its supply chain away from mainland China, its Chinese suppliers are moving too, establishing factories in new hubs.
Al Jazeera · Dec 16, 2022 Apple looks beyond ‘iPhone factory’ China as dalliance sours Tech giant is seeking to redirect supply chains to India and Vietnam amid fears of overdependence on China.
Reuters · Dec 15, 2022 Exclusive-The global supply trail that leads to Russia’s killer drones The hundreds of Russian drones hovering ominously over the Ukrainian battlefield owe their existence to an elastic, sanctions-evading supply chain that often runs through a shabby office above a Hong Kong marketplace, and sometimes through a yellow stucco home in suburban Florida.
ABC News · Dec 15, 2022 Pallet shortage prompts calls for government action to shore up timber supply As Australians fill their trolleys with Christmas goodies, a timber pallet shortage is putting pressure on the supply chain for consumer goods, prompting calls from industry for government action.
Birmingham Post · Dec 14, 2022 Supply chain issues lead to £2bn in unfinished South West goods Manufacturers across the region said Covid lockdowns in China, the war in Ukraine and Brexit had ‘exacerbated’ the problems