Only 167 major new construction projects were planned for the North American distribution and supply chain sector in April 2023, a 19% drop compared to March 2023.

Airbus SE's shipments totaled 127 planes during the first quarter of 2023, a 9% drop compared to the first quarter of 2022.

The Freight Logistics Optimization Works program has seen its membership increase from 18 businesses in 2022 to 53 firms in 2023. 

Arrive Logistics, Blue Yonder, Coyote Logistics, e2open, Echo Logistics, One Network and Oracle have all joined the Scheduling Standards Consortium.

The new five-year policy aims to strengthen Japan's maritime security in response to increased assertive actions from China and other nations.

Trucking companies and congressional critics argued the rules, estimated to cost about $2,500 to $8,300 per vehicle, were too expensive, and came amid driver shortages and supply-chain woes.

The North American market is expected to dominate the sector in the coming years thanks to increased research and development efforts amongst prominent drone manufacturers.

Strikes for better pay have gained momentum in recent months in Germany and other European countries, amid stubbornly high inflation and living costs.