Archives July 2023

All things impacting global supply chains this week.

• Russia stops grain deal which means no grain will be exported by sea from Ukraine.
• Threats to land between Lithuania and Poland
• Europe's green energy plans under pressure.
• Tessla in the news as US regulator is investigating a crash in Lake Tahoe.
• Tata invests in UK battery plant in Somerset for Jahuar-Landrover.
• Renault and Geely invest £7 billion in engine plant joint venture HQ in the UK.
• CPTPP deal secured by UK Government. The first European Government to join.
• The UK also signed a trade deal with New Zealand.
• Inflation in the UK falls to 7.9 per cent.
• Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) completes a two month investigation int supermarket prices.
• Pfizer plant in Nort Carolina hit by Tornado disrupting supplies.
• Relaunch of the Moskvitch car brand.
• The Conference Board index in the US predicts recession.
• Membership club retailing comes to China.
• Economics of wind turbines change as raw material prices increase.
• Celebrated British poets deemed unsuitable to be Poet Laureate.

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About Tony Hines and the Chain Reaction Podcast – All About Supply Chain Advantage

I have been researching and writing about supply chains for over 25 years. I wrote my first book on supply chain strategies in the early 2000s. Each week we have special episodes on particular topics relating to supply chains. We have a weekly news round up every Saturday at 12 noon. All things impacting global supply chains in that week, so come and join us on the Chain Reaction podcast. I look forward to seeing you there.

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I have been researching and writing about supply chains for over 25 years. I wrote my first book on supply chain strategies in the early 2000s. Each week we have special episodes on particular topics relating to supply chains. We have a weekly news round up every Saturday at 12 noon. All things impacting global supply chains in that week, so come and join us on the Chain Reaction podcast. I look forward to seeing you there.

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What if the vehicle you're driving has a hidden danger that could put your life at risk? Discover why car recalls are more important than ever as we dive into the world of automotive safety. In this special episode, we discuss the recent Ford Motor Company recall of 125,000 sport utility vehicles and trucks due to potential engine failures and fires. We also explore the increased complexity of hybrid and electric vehicles and how this might lead to more recalls in the future. Furthermore, we touch on the role of regulatory agencies such as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Driver Vehicles Standards Agency (DVSA) in protecting consumers and providing information about recalls.

But wait, there's more! We tackle the controversial topic of Tesla's autopilot system and the ongoing investigations surrounding the safety of such autonomous driving features. With insights into the various levels of vehicle autonomy and the potential risks involved, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of automotive safety. Finally, we share some shocking facts about the largest and most complex safety recall in US history involving Takata airbags, which resulted in millions of vehicles being recalled due to potentially explosive airbags. Don't miss this eye-opening and informative discussion on product safety in the automotive industry!

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About Tony Hines and the Chain Reaction Podcast – All About Supply Chain Advantage

I have been researching and writing about supply chains for over 25 years. I wrote my first book on supply chain strategies in the early 2000s. Each week we have special episodes on particular topics relating to supply chains. We have a weekly news round up every Saturday at 12 noon. All things impacting global supply chains in that week, so come and join us on the Chain Reaction podcast. I look forward to seeing you there.

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