De Bijenkorf logistics partner hit by a cyberattack
A cyberattack on one of De Bijenkorf’s logistics partners is causing delays in orders, returns, and refunds. The department store is investigating whether the attackers were also…
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Potential EU Ban On Brazilian Meat Could Threaten Supply Chains And Prices – Rabobank
In September, the EU may halt all Brazilian meat imports unless the country can satisfy EU regulations banning antimicrobials.
CDS Superstores secures £190m credit facility amid expansion
The £190m deal with Wells Fargo, HSBC and Citi will fund investment in stores, AI and supply chains
AG Barr H1 Revenue Rises 8% Despite £10m Supply Chain Hit
Irn-Bru-maker AG Barr posted an 8% year-on-year increase in revenue to £246 million (€287.3 million) in the first half of its financial year.
UK potato crop faces heatwave squeeze as wholesale prices surge 40%
British potato growers have warned supermarkets to expect smaller spuds and potentially tighter supplies after prolonged heat and drought disrupted crop growth across the UK…
The Range owner secures massive £190m funding boost to accelerate expansion
The owner of The Range, Wilko, Homebase and Bathstore has secured a hefty new £190m credit facility to increase investment in stores, artificial intelligence and its supply chain…
Amazon to add supply chain facilities in New York, Texas
The e-commerce giant is in the early stages of building a distribution center in the Lone Star State while prepping a Long Island operations site.
NRF finds shoplifting stabilizing as online fraud grows
Phone and gift card scams, plus supply chain vulnerabilities like cargo theft, are top concerns for loss prevention specialists at over 60 major retailers, according to a report…
Marks & Spencer Expands Electric Fleet To Support Net-Zero Targets
Marks & Spencer will launch ten new electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) across its supply chain as part of its target to reach net zero by 2040.
How Walmart uses AI to limit weather disruptions in its supply chain
The retailer uses technology to determine how to reroute or position inventory before severe weather events occur.
Chocolate makers are defending themselves against cocoa price swings
Despite a recent decline in prices, Mondelēz International and Hershey are rethinking their supply chains and relying on innovation to reduce their dependence on the commodity.
Mondelēz shows uneven gains on 2025 sustainable sourcing goals
The Oreo and Ritz maker reported 100% certified sourcing for palm oil and cocoa.