News
Friday, 18 February 2011
High material and components costs push up China export prices
More than 70% of suppliers increased export prices in 2010, according to a recent study, more price hikes are expected.
Tuesday, 08 February 2011
Supply chain improvements deliver savings for Unilever
Unilever has reported that supply chain optimisation programmes have helped it rack up savings of 1.4bn euros and boost turnover by 11.1% to €44.3bn in 2010.
Monday, 07 February 2011
Corn prices set to explode
The price of corn could be set for even more rises if information from the US Grain Council proves correct.
Friday, 04 February 2011
Global oil drilling recovery gains momentum
Oil and gas drilling in the US has recovered much of the momentum it lost after BP's recent accident in the Gulf of Mexico and will increase by almost 30% this year, experts predict.
Thursday, 27 January 2011
Global companies benefit from 'greening' supply chains
Organisations in both the US and Europe are benefitting commercially from "greening" their supply chains, experts report.