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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What is 'Behind' the Products of Mi Comisariato: Campaign Highlights Processes, Controls, and People Involved

Mi Comisariato launched the 'Behind' campaign to highlight food safety and traceability in its product supply chain.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Alternative bone cement sourced to avoid delays to patients' surgeries

The NHS has found alternative suppliers of bone cement due to a production halt from its main provider, aiming to prevent surgery delays.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Farmers return to Queensland dairy industry after decades of dramatic decline

The Queensland dairy industry has stabilized and is beginning to grow again, ending decades of decline and marked by an increase in the number of new dairy farms and production.

Feb 23 โ€ข 21:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Panama orders control of canal ports operated by Hong Kong firm after Supreme Court ruling

The Panamanian government has ordered the seizure of two canal ports operated by Hong Kong's CK Hutchison following a Supreme Court ruling declaring their operating concession unconstitutional.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Nigeria recorded N5 trillion post-harvest losses in 2025 โ€” OTACCWA

The Organisation for Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa reported that Nigeria suffered post-harvest losses amounting to โ‚ฆ3.5 trillion to โ‚ฆ5 trillion in 2025, impacting food supply across various sectors.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

India and Brazil Strengthen Their Partnership in Rare Earth Minerals

India and Brazil have signed a framework agreement to enhance cooperation in rare earth minerals amid global supply chain challenges.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Washington offers US$200 million to boost American smartphone industry in Indo-Pacific

The US is investing US$200 million to support the rollout of affordable smartphones using American software in the Indo-Pacific region to strengthen its AI supply chain and counter China's influence.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Cement material expected to arrive in the country this weekend

Cement supplies are projected to reach Iceland this weekend.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Cargo theft intensifies in the State of Mexico and Guanajuato: Here is the reason

Cargo theft in the State of Mexico and Guanajuato has surged, accounting for a significant portion of the total incidents in the country.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The only ship from China will bring goods for 240 trains. That's a problem, says an expert

An expert highlights concerns regarding a single shipment from China intended for 240 trains, indicating potential logistical issues.

Feb 19 โ€ข 07:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

NHS operations disrupted by shortage of bone cement

The NHS is experiencing operational disruptions due to a global shortage of bone cement, with supplies expected to last only two weeks.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Bloomberg: US Agencies Develop Minimum Pricing for Rare Metals

US government agencies are developing a minimum pricing system for rare metals to reduce dependence on China and attract private investment in the sector.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Flexible, but Dangerous: The Beautiful New Gas World

Europe is increasingly relying on LNG imports, mainly from the United States, which poses significant risks as it adjusts its gas supply chain post-Russia.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The historic FATE tire factory has closed, affecting 920 employees, as well as a wide commercial network

The FATE tire factory in Argentina has closed its operations, impacting 920 employees and an extensive supply chain due to significant declines in sales.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Tomato, Mirco Carloni (Pres. Comm. Agriculture): "Egypt puts supply chain at risk. Question submitted to Ministers Lollobrigida and Schillaci"

Italy's tomato supply chain faces significant threats from increasing competition with Egypt, as highlighted by Mirco Carloni.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
World

Investigation: How Russian drones exploit European technologies to strike Ukraine, and beyond

A joint investigative report reveals how Russian drones utilize European components, highlighting a significant issue in drone warfare concerning the supply chain of advanced technologies.

Feb 18 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Plan against fuel theft and tax evasion leaves the automotive industry in Mexico with little lubricant

Mexican government measures to combat fuel smuggling and tax evasion have led to a shortage of essential lubricants for the automotive industry, causing operational challenges for several manufacturing plants.

Feb 18 โ€ข 00:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Pentagon considering labeling Claude AI creators โ€˜supply chain riskโ€™ โ€“ Axios

The Pentagon is reportedly considering designating Anthropic, the creators of the Claude AI model, as a supply chain risk due to ongoing disputes over military application of the technology.

Feb 16 โ€ข 22:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Maduro raid questions trigger Pentagon review of top AI firm as potential โ€˜supply chain riskโ€™

Concerns about the use of Anthropic's AI model in a U.S. operation against Venezuelan leader Nicolรกs Maduro have led to a Pentagon review of the company's partnership due to potential supply chain risks.

Feb 16 โ€ข 19:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ RNZ World
National & Local

Our Changing World: Science for future fashion

The UPWEARS project seeks to address sustainability issues in the textile industry by innovating the supply chain through scientific research involving 14 partners from seven countries including New Zealand.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

MoD seeks to have a defense attachรฉ in Israel: interests โ€“ military equipment, supply chain stability

Lithuania's Ministry of National Defense plans to establish a defense attachรฉ in Israel to enhance cooperation in military equipment acquisition and support supply chain stability.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

The 'Oil' of the Digital Age is 'Drying Up': The Invisible Crisis That is Making Everything More Expensive

A looming 'memory crisis' threatens the tech world as demand for high-bandwidth memory (HBM) outstrips supply, primarily fueled by the rapid expansion of AI data centers.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lavipharm selects DIS for its digital transformation

Lavipharm has partnered with DIS to implement a comprehensive Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management project as part of its digital transformation efforts.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Retail Giant Zalando Phasing Out Swedish SCA โ€“ Referring to Human Rights

Zalando has announced its decision to phase out Swedish forestry company SCA from its supply chain due to human rights concerns following an external review.

Feb 16 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

With the rare earth agreement, Brazil and India aim to reduce dependence on the Chinese supply chain

Brazil and India are seeking a cooperation agreement to enhance rare earth mining and processing, aiming to diminish dependency on Chinese resources.

Feb 16 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
World

The world of chips depends on a single island. And what happens to it depends on China

The article discusses the global semiconductor industry and its reliance on a specific territorial region, emphasizing its critical link to China's influence.

Feb 14 โ€ข 09:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Review of the T-MEC Complicates Supply Planning for 2026: Soy Logรญstico

The review of the T-MEC has created uncertainty for companies in supply planning leading up to 2026, as they face challenges regarding commercial rules and tariffs.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Again problems with KSeF. This time we face empty store shelves

Retail companies in Poland are facing challenges related to the implementation of the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF), which may lead to supply chain issues.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Vampire bomber drones to be entirely produced in Ukraine by year's end: interview with leading drone maker Sky

SkyFall plans to produce all of its Vampire bomber drones in Ukraine by the end of the year as it navigates supply chain issues and increasing operational challenges from Russian forces.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Six months in prison in the US for 'La Gavi', linked to chemicals for fentanyl from 'Los Chapitos'

Ana Gabriela Rubio Sea, known as 'La Gavi', received a six-month prison sentence in the US for her role in the fentanyl production supply chain linked to the 'Los Chapitos' criminal organization.

Feb 13 โ€ข 09:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Putin Without National Limousine. He Will Not Ride in an Aurus

The article discusses the suspension of funding for Russia's unified modular platform for the automotive industry and the challenges facing the Aurus brand, particularly regarding its supply chain and European registration.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Nearshoring Advances, but Vietnam and Thailand are the Main Destinations: Citi

A Citi study indicates that while nearshoring is progressing, companies prefer Vietnam and Thailand over Mexico for relocating operations.

Feb 12 โ€ข 06:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, in partnership with POSCO and Industrial Bank, supports 'Steel Supply Chain'

The Korea Trade Insurance Corporation (K-Sure) has issued its first 'Export Supply Chain Reinforcement Guarantee' for TGS Pipe, a small partner of POSCO, to aid the steel export industry.

Feb 12 โ€ข 02:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Semicon Fair in Korea: The Stressed Chip Industry

The chip industry is experiencing stress despite thriving from the global artificial intelligence boom, as manufacturers face unprecedented challenges and bottlenecks.

Feb 11 โ€ข 20:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Former CEO of Atria Juha Grรถhn appointed as Professor of Working Life in Seinรคjoki

Juha Grรถhn, the former CEO of Atria, has been appointed as a Professor of Working Life at the University of Vaasa, focusing on enhancing the competitiveness and growth of the food supply chain.

Feb 10 โ€ข 14:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Claudia Sheinbaum: More than 200 mining concessions will return to the Mexican State

President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that over 200 unused mining concessions will be returned to the Mexican government voluntarily by private companies.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

It will be a good year for contract logistics

A report indicates that the global contract logistics market is expected to reach about โ‚ฌ307.5 billion in 2025, growing 4% from 2024 due to structural factors such as increased outsourcing and demand for automation.

Feb 10 โ€ข 07:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Fewer slaughter days at Jรคmtlandsgรฅrden, Hammerdal, due to meat shortage

A significant decline in the number of slaughter days at Jรคmtlandsgรฅrden is attributed to a national meat shortage, causing both challenges and increased prices for farmers.

Feb 10 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Food inflation driven by inefficiency, not scarcity โ€“ Abunu

Nigeriaโ€™s food inflation is largely driven by inefficiencies in the supply chain rather than by scarcity, according to Kofi Abunu, Managing Director of Food Concepts Limited.

Feb 10 โ€ข 02:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Mystery Package Company Returns to Finland

French company King Colis is opening a pop-up store in Tampere next week to sell mystery packages that went missing in the European supply chain.

Feb 9 โ€ข 16:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The รšstรญ Region approved the designation of areas for lithium mining in the Ore Mountains

The รšstรญ Region in Czechia has approved the designation of specific areas for lithium mining in the Ore Mountains, emphasizing the region's intention to increase its role in the European battery supply chain.

Feb 9 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Experts sound alarm over UK exports to firm linked to Russian war machine

The UK government faces scrutiny over an export license granted to Cygnet Texkimp for machinery possibly aiding Russia's military effort through a supply chain linked to Armenia.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Volt Project: The US Strategic Reserve for Critical Minerals

The Volt Project is a US government initiative established in early February 2026 aimed at creating a strategic reserve of critical minerals to protect the economy and national security from global supply chain disruptions and reduce dependency on China.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Simple and cheap drone created by US Marine; costs 700 dollars

The US Marine Corps has unveiled the HANX, a completely 3D-printed drone developed in-house, showcasing a significant achievement in cybersecurity and supply chain security without relying on defense industry giants.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Rare Earth Metals War Between America and China Moves to Market Management Stage

A recent international ministerial meeting in Washington involving 55 countries highlighted the shift of the rare earth metals conflict from an industrial issue to a critical element of global economic stability.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In the US, from Super Bowl guacamole to the family car

The article analyzes how daily life in the United States is subtly dependent on an efficient and deeply human binational supply chain.

Feb 6 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

US spearheads critical minerals trade bloc to check Chinaโ€™s dominance

The US is forming a trade bloc to counter China's influence in the global critical minerals supply chain by imposing price limits and tariffs.

Feb 6 โ€ข 09:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG to strengthen gas-to-power chain for industrial growth

The Federal Government of Nigeria announced new measures to enhance the gas-to-power value chain, highlighting natural gas as essential for electricity supply and industrialization.

Feb 6 โ€ข 01:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Nestlรฉ strengthens supply chain with AEO certification

Nestlรฉ Nigeria Plc has received the highest level of Authorised Economic Operator certification from the Nigeria Customs Service, confirming compliance with trade regulations and supply chain security standards.

Feb 6 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Hangover of Battery Overinvestment... Need to Accelerate Transition for Hybrid Cars and ESS

The article discusses the implications of L&F's major supply contract with Tesla for battery materials and its impact on the battery supply chain.

Feb 6 โ€ข 00:15 UTC

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