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The Future of Reshoring: Building a Stronger & More Resilient Manufacturing Base

CMTC Manufacturing Tech

Without modern, efficient infrastructure, the benefits of reshoring could be lost to bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Engaging with policymakers to streamline compliance processes and create business-friendly environments is essential. Companies need to build relationships with multiple suppliers to mitigate risks and avoid bottlenecks.

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Industry groups ask feds to shield supply chains from labour disputes

Canadian Manufacturing

Canada’s maritime supply chain has faced several labour disruptions over the past four years, on top of the backlogs and bottlenecks of the COVID-19 pandemic. The two main railways shut down operations for several days in August amid a lockout prompted by strike threats, halting freight and commuter traffic across the country.

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CN Rail hits record second quarter revenues, waves off recession worries

Canadian Manufacturing

The country’s largest rail operator said the windfall stemmed from higher fuel surcharge and freight rates as well as larger coal and U.S. Revenues rose 21 per cent or $746 million to $4.34 billion last quarter compared with a year earlier. grain volumes. “U.S. ” The company’s main rival, Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd.,

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Beyond ground transportation: The rise of drone logistics

Robotics Business Review

Traditional trucks often struggle with last-mile delivery , facing bottlenecks in urban areas, costly infrastructure, and supply chain delays. Freight transport: Matternet has been developing drone systems for larger-scale freight transport, allowing for intercity and even cross-border deliveries.

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Report calls for more port automation to boost efficiency, evidence mixed on benefits

Canadian Manufacturing

In 2022, the Port of Vancouver placed second-to-last after some cargo ships waited weeks to unload their freight due to supply chain snarls stemming from COVID-19. Just a few have dispatched robots to move freight between the quay and the container yard, and virtually none feature automated gantry cranes on the piers.