Global Scans · Logistics · Weekly Summary

• [New] The strategic shift toward ocean floor minerals aligns with the broader objective of securing supply chains for the technologies that will define America's industrial and military capabilities in the coming decades. Discovery Alert
• [New] Ukraine's role as a major transit point between Russia and Europe meant that disruptions hit fast, triggering delays and raising logistics costs across the battery supply chain. Markets and Data
• [New] Supply chain disruptions, particularly for raw materials used in protectant production, pose challenges, especially in the face of global uncertainties such as pandemics, trade restrictions, or geopolitical tensions. World Wide Digest
• [New] Plan A 2025 will do even more with M&S aiming to make its entire business model zero waste - not just its own operations but also its supply chains and products. Marks & Spencer
• [New] Predictive Analytics and Early Warning Systems Advanced companies are implementing AI systems that monitor global events, shipping patterns, and supply chain signals to provide early warnings about potential disruptions. PackageX
• [New] India faces a rare geopolitical opportunity - to integrate into the reconfigured global supply chains, reduce dependency on traditional partners, and assert itself as a global manufacturing and export hub. Civilsdaily
• [New] Strategic industrial support and energy security: GBE will play a pivotal role in revitalising the UK's industrial sectors through investments in clean energy supply chains. publicationportalpreview.hoganlovells.com
• [New] Emerging markets are especially exposed, as trade policy fragmentation adds layers of risk and undermines global supply chains. ITRC
• [New] The proliferation of import duties could disrupt global supply chains and dampen investor confidence. GAC
• [New] Prolonged tensions in the middle east could create persistent volatility in energy markets, strengthen the case for precious metals as safe havens, accelerate de-dollarization trends, and potentially disrupt global supply chains. Discovery Alert
• [New] Disruptions in global supply chains due to international sanctions or political blockades can drive inflation independently of domestic economic conditions. IBAFIN
• [New] Despite global uncertainties posing challenges, they present an opportunity for India to establish itself as a major manufacturing hub and a vital component of global supply chains. EDUREV.IN
• [New] India has the potential to benefit from global trade shifts and become an integral part of global supply chains with the right strategy. EDUREV.IN
• [New] Fertilizer prices are forecast to remain fluid, particularly as global supply chains grapple with ongoing disruptions and governments endeavor to secure domestic production capacity. Farmonaut
• [New] Geopolitical tensions, especially between key trading partners such as the US, Canada, and China, are set to persist and could trigger further trade policy changes impacting the agricultural supply chain. Farmonaut
• [New] Supply chain disruptions, magnified by geopolitical issues and natural disasters, have become persistent challenges for the fertilizer industry and farmers in the United States and globally in 2025. Farmonaut
• [New] Fuel prices can fluctuate significantly due to global events, supply chain disruptions, or regulatory changes. Visual Crossing
• [New] Similar to Indonesia's nickel export restrictions, which transformed global nickel markets, the DRC's cobalt policies could reshape supply chains and pricing structures for years to come. Discovery Alert
• [New] While macroeconomic uncertainties and geopolitical risks, particularly concerning semiconductor supply chains, present ongoing challenges, IBM's diversified business model and disciplined strategic execution demonstrate considerable resilience. Monexa
• [New] Supply chains are more complex than ever, with global disruptions, fluctuating demand, and rising customer expectations pushing traditional systems to their limits. Codewave Insights
• The UK government and its Great British Energy company will work with industry and the Crown Estate to invest £1 billion in offshore wind supply chains. Current News
• The F & B industry is navigating an era of profound transformation, with global challenges such as inflation, supply chain disruptions, and a skilled labour shortage reshaping the landscape. Industrial News

Last updated: 28 June 2025