Global Supply Chain Shifts: Boeing Strikes, DSV's Major Acquisition, and Rising Trade Tensions

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Can a single company acquisition reshape the global logistics landscape? Join us on the Chain Reaction Podcast as we dissect the seismic shifts rocking global supply chains this week. From Boeing's massive labor strikes in the U.S. that threaten to disrupt one of the country's largest manufacturers, to Chinese EV manufacturers making headlines at Frankfurt's Automechanica trade fair amidst international trade tensions, we cover the major events you need to know about. We also provide an in-depth look at Samsung’s struggles with worker strikes in India and analyze China's mixed trade signals, where record-high exports meet sluggish imports.
In our logistics segment, we bring you the latest on DSV's high-stakes acquisition of Schenker, which propels it to the top of the global logistics industry but not without some tough decisions in Germany. Discover how BYD is tackling youth unemployment in China by expanding its workforce and learn about the inflation trends affecting UK consumers, with essential goods like olive oil and cocoa seeing significant price hikes. We'll also touch on climate issues impacting the carrot market, the Federal Maritime Commission's green light for the Gemini cooperation, and the latest fluctuations in crude oil prices. Don't miss our recommended episodes on FAA directives for Boeing 787 Dreamliners and achieving supply chain synergy for more targeted insights.

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About Tony Hines and the Chain Reaction Podcast – All About Supply Chain Advantage
I have been researching and writing about supply chains for over 25 years. I wrote my first book on supply chain strategies in the early 2000s. The latest edition is published in 2024 available from Routledge, Amazon and all good book stores. Each week we have special episodes on particular topics relating to supply chains. We have a weekly news round up every Saturday at 12 noon...

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