Pulse – Daily Brief: June 27, 2025
Curated news & insights for Supply Chain professionals
Summary of key Supply Chain events yesterday
• Nike announced tariffs will cost it $1 billion before it raises prices and shifts its supply chain. [cnbc.com]
• US demand for China-made goods declined due to tariff concerns, causing ocean shipping rates from China to the US to drop by over 50%. [reuters.com]
• AIAG was named the North American hub for Catena-X, strengthening data alliances across the US, Canada, and Mexico automotive supply chains. [automotivelogistics.media]
• LifeScience Logistics revealed plans to open new operations in Memphis, Tennessee, expanding healthcare logistics capacity in the US. [areadevelopment.com]
• Senior executives from Nvidia, AMD, and Microsoft visited Japan's Nitto Boseki to secure critical raw materials amid global shortages. [digitimes.com]
Today's top 10 Supply Chain News Stories
Nike says tariffs will cost it $1 billion before price increases, supply chain shifts - KTVZ
ktvz.com
Topic: Trade Disruption | June 27, 2025
Nike projects $1 billion in tariff-related costs and plans to mitigate these through supply chain adjustments, signaling potential shifts in sourcing and pricing strategies for global apparel logistics.
New report from Everstream Analytics examines impact of U.S.-China 'trade tensions' are ...
logisticsmgmt.com
Topic: Supply Chain Risk | June 27, 2025
Everstream Analytics' report details how ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions are disrupting global technology supply chains, offering data-driven insights for risk mitigation and contingency planning.
Most organisations are at risk thanks to immature supply chain security - TechRadar
techradar.com
Topic: Supply Chain Security | June 27, 2025
A new study finds 70% of firms have suffered supply chain attacks, highlighting the urgent need for improved cybersecurity protocols across logistics operations.
Inside Schneider Electric's AI-Powered Supply Chain | PYMNTS.com
pymnts.com
Topic: AI in Logistics | June 27, 2025
Schneider Electric leverages AI and real-time analytics to build a more resilient and responsive supply chain, offering a model for digital transformation in manufacturing logistics.
UK Trade Strategy signals digital and supply chain reset for exporters and logistics sector
logisticsmanager.com
Topic: Policy & Digitalization | June 26, 2025
The UK’s new trade strategy prioritizes digitalization and resilient infrastructure, signaling major changes for exporters and logistics providers seeking efficiency and compliance.
Global contract logistics market to grow 3.3% in 2025 | Ti insight
ti-insight.com
Topic: Market Forecast | June 26, 2025
The global contract logistics market is projected to grow by 3.3% in 2025, with Asia Pacific driving expansion while European growth remains subdued, informing strategic planning for 3PLs.
Geopolitics drives H&M's new nearshoring strategy | Ti Insight
ti-insight.com
Topic: Nearshoring | June 26, 2025
H&M is shifting toward nearshoring to mitigate geopolitical risks and extended shipping times, reflecting a broader trend among retailers to localize supply chains for resilience.
US demand for China-made goods ebbs on tariff worries; ocean shipping rates drop
reuters.com
Topic: Shipping Rates | June 27, 2025
Ocean freight rates from China to the U.S. have fallen sharply as import demand weakens amid tariff concerns, impacting contract negotiations and capacity planning for shippers.
Flying forward: Lessons learned from drone logistics in healthcare supply chains
scmr.com
Topic: Drone Logistics | June 26, 2025
A new framework distills best practices from healthcare drone logistics pilots, offering actionable guidance for managers considering UAVs to enhance delivery speed and reliability.
AIAG becomes North American hub for Catena-X - Automotive Logistics
automotivelogistics.media
Topic: Data Collaboration | June 26, 2025
AIAG's new role as the North American hub for Catena-X will strengthen digital data sharing among OEMs, suppliers, and logistics partners, enhancing supply chain transparency in the automotive sector.