Supply Chain Research

U.S. seaborne imports of medical supplies have started to reverse in July compared to June, including lower shipments of PPE, pharmaceuticals and ventilators. Maersk has launched a new shipping platform which looks more advanced than others. Also: a slice of the sun – prospects for behind-the-meter solar power; autos export sentiment leads Germany to recovery in July; airfreight volumes still in descent, but at a slowing rate; Montreal strike a reminder of breadth of supply chain risks; and Michelin joins Walmart in SC development.