Europe

The Brexit Divorce Rundown: Champagne, Data and Trade

November 15, 2018

The U.K’s European Union divorce treaty, which runs to around 500 pages, sets out all the ways that Britain will extricate itself from the bloc’s clutches after more than four decades of membership.

Adapting to Automation: Lessons for Long-Term Success

Robots Are Coming for Europe's Jobs — Especially Out East

November 13, 2018

Bloomberg

Robots are coming for people’s jobs in Europe, and the countries in the ex-communist east are particularly vulnerable.

Google, Microsoft and More Back International Cyber Pledge to Fight Hacks

November 13, 2018

Bloomberg

Microsoft, Google and Samsung are backing a cybersecurity pledge that promises to unite tech giants and governments in battling hardware and software hacks.

Alibaba Goes International to Hit New Singles' Day Record

November 9, 2018

Bloomberg

The Chinese internet giant is looking beyond borders to turn its annual Singles’ Day shopping celebration into a global phenomenon.

China Turns to Russia in Search to Replace U.S. Soybeans

November 9, 2018

Bloomberg

The two countries are also planning to work more closely on other agriculture products, including rice, pork, poultry, fish, and to develop logistics.

Heineken Stockpiles Beer So U.K. Pubs Won't Go Dry After Brexit

November 9, 2018

Bloomberg

Lovers of Desperados tequila-flavored beer and Strongbow apple cider can rest a little easier in the stressful run-up to Brexit. Dutch brewer Heineken NV is stockpiling extra booze.

Coty CEO Is Frustrated With Supply Chain Snags at Beauty Brands

November 8, 2018

Bloomberg

Coty Inc. suffered multiple disruptions to its supply chain in Europe and North America that hindered the beauty giant’s operations and stifled sales last quarter.

A Store Had to Move Thousands of Books. So a Human Chain Was Formed.

November 1, 2018

The New York Times

The bookstore's old-school — yet innovative — transportation solution: “Care to lend a hand?”

Companies Say They're Ready to Move Supply Chains From China

October 31, 2018

Bloomberg

A common theme this earnings season: U.S. business executives are ready to relocate their supply chains if the cost of importing Chinese goods becomes prohibitive.

A New Target in the Fight Against Plastic: Paper Cups

October 30, 2018

The Wall Street Journal

Companies and countries focus on collecting cups for recycling amid the rise of cafes — and increased awareness of environmental impact.

Europe

The latest supply chain news, analysis, trends and best practices for companies operating in Europe. Learn how businesses are optimizing supply chain and logistics performance across Europe’s 50 sovereign states and four dependencies - addressing a range of challenges such as varying regulations, developing customs and tax laws and government controlled exchange rates.