Everstream Analytics Special Reports
Below are the top Everstream Analytics incidents published by our in-house Intelligence Solutions team. As incidents develop in real time, these are subject to changes in status/scope after our publication. For real-time updates, contact us to learn how to access reports for your specific network. You can also subscribe to receive the reports via email as they are published.
Power shortages disrupt production across Europe’s food processing, energy-intensive industries
As energy prices in the UK and other parts of Europe have soared in recent weeks amid a confluence of factors, energy-intensive manufacturing facilities have
Coup Attempt in Guinea Highlights Risks to Global Bauxite Supply
On September 5, a unit of military special forces under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel Mamady Doumbouya announced on national television that it had toppled Guinea’s
Emerging Severe Wind Patterns on Transpacific Routes Highlight Shipping Risk
From October 2020 to April 2021, several high-impact container losses occurred on transpacific shipping routes. Over 2,733 containers were lost during that time; a 97.7
Super Typhoon Chanthu likely to exacerbate ongoing supply chain bottlenecks in China and Taiwan
Abstract Tropical depression Chanthu, formed off the coast of Guam, has rapidly gained strength in less than 48 hours as a category five super typhoon
Train Drivers’ Strikes Disrupt Rail Freight Movement in Germany and Beyond
At 17:00 local time on September 1, the German Train Drivers’ Union (GDL) began the third round in a series of strikes that have intermittently
Hurricane Ida Disrupts Petrochemical Production, Port, and Rail Operations Across U.S. Gulf Region
Hurricane Ida Impact Assessment On August 29, Hurricane Ida made landfall in Port Fourchon, Louisiana at 11:55 local time as a Category 4 hurricane, bringing
Agriculture Monthly Overview Report – August 2021
Download the AMO, a comprehensive monthly resource to depict how weather forecast patterns and risk data will impact the food supply chain.
Tropical Storm Ida to impact logistics and energy facilities in southern Louisiana
On August 27, hurricane watches have been implemented from southwestern Louisiana across the border into Mississippi as Tropical Storm Ida continues to strengthen over the
Australia’s Food, E-Commerce and Postal Supply Chains in Jeopardy as Truckers Begin Strike Actions
After months of negotiations, a new enterprise bargaining agreement between the Transport Workers Union (TWU) and Toll Group, Australia’s biggest transport operator providing logistics services, has collapsed in recent weeks.
COVID-19 Outbreak at Shanghai Pudong Airport Disrupts Critical Export Shipments
As of August 24, cargo operations at a terminal of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), the world’s third busiest airport by cargo traffic, remained suspended
Occupational Hazards in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Outweigh Those in Other Sectors
In recent days, China has recorded its highest number of cases since January following the latest COVID-19 Delta variant outbreak. The country’s zero-tolerance policy in combating the outbreak has brought lockdowns, quarantine measures, and travel restrictions, which have in turn disrupted manufacturing and logistics operations.
COVID-19 Restrictions in Vietnam Continue to Impact Apparel Production and Cause Port Congestions
In recent days, China has recorded its highest number of cases since January following the latest COVID-19 Delta variant outbreak. The country’s zero-tolerance policy in combating the outbreak has brought lockdowns, quarantine measures, and travel restrictions, which have in turn disrupted manufacturing and logistics operations.
COVID-19 Delta Variant Outbreak in China Affects Flight Operations and Cargo Movement
In recent days, China has recorded its highest number of cases since January following the latest COVID-19 Delta variant outbreak. The country’s zero-tolerance policy in combating the outbreak has brought lockdowns, quarantine measures, and travel restrictions, which have in turn disrupted manufacturing and logistics operations.
Education workers disrupt rail traffic in Michoacán, halting cargo movements
In mid-July, teachers of the National Coordinator of Education Workers union began halting rail traffic in the municipality of Uruapan, in the state of Michoacán, Mexico. To discover what actions supply chain managers can consider to mitigate risk related to ongoing rail blockade events, download the Everstream report.
Suppliers Face Monthslong Operational Impacts in the Aftermath of Severe Floods in Europe
Read how the severe flooding in Europe cased operational impacts for both short and possibly extended time frames. To learn how this event impacts your supply chain, download the report.
Cyber-Attack on Port Operator Transnet Cripples Operations at South African Ports
On July 22, South Africa’s largest port operator Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) suffered a cyber-attack that severely affected already-weakened supply chains relying on South African
Agriculture Monthly Overview Report – July 2021
Weather Extremes Continue to be the Norm Since last month, drought and dryness have intensified along with extreme heat in the Northern Hemisphere, breaking all-time
Severe floods in Henan province disrupt production, logistics, and infrastructure
Read how the floodwaters in China’s Henan Province created damages to infrastructure causing severe challenges for business operations. To learn how this event impacts your supply chain, download the report.
Wildfires Disrupt Rail Operations in British Columbia
In late June, severe wildfires raged across the province of British Columbia, Canada, causing disruptions to freight rail movement. The fires delayed rail operations in
COVID-19 restrictions impact manufacturing operations in Vietnam
Learn how the Vietnam’s COVID-19 restrictions impacts the manufacturing operations and particular industries.
Carriers suspend inland freight movement during the Tokyo Summer Olympics
After a year of postponement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Tokyo will finally host the Olympics. But fans will have to watch from afar as local authorities declared a state of emergency from July 8 until August 22 and imposed increased traffic restrictions around competition venues which may affect freight movement within Tokyo. To learn how these events may impact your supply chain, read the article.
Severe Floods Across Western Europe Disrupt Manufacturing Operations in Key Industrial Areas
Severe flooding caused by violent storms have resulted in widespread disruption to logistics and manufacturing operations over the past few days in Western Europe, including
Civil Unrest Causes Widespread Disruptions to the Movement of Goods and Business Operations in South Africa
Download the special report to learn how the civil unrest in South Africa severely disrupts business operations, damages infrastructure, and impacts the national economy.
Indefinite Lockdown Disrupts Key Manufacturing Sectors Across Malaysia
Download the report for a detailed overview of the lockdown situation in Malaysia impacting key manufacturing sector operations.
Assassination of President Escalates Instability in Haiti and Disrupts Logistics Operations
On the morning July 7, Haitian authorities declared a two-week state of siege after a squad of masked gunmen assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse and
Congestion issues grow at Australian container gateways amid labor dispute
In early June, several major Taiwanese tech firms serving the automotive, electronics, medical device, and other industries were forced to halt or reduce production at their sites following a cluster of COVID-19 infections. In response to the outbreak, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) ordered emergency measures to contain the spread of the virus.
Increased Resilience in U.S. Supply Chains Requires Investment in Domestic Capacity
U.S. Supply Chain Resilience Requires Domestic Capacity Investment [Everstream Commentary on the White House 100-Day Supply Chain Review]
Agriculture Monthly Overview Report – June 2021
Summer Solstice – A Critical Development Period In typical seasons, the passing of summer solstice begins the critical development period for summer crops in key
Strike Negotiations in Colombia Creates Uncertainty for Supply Chain Operations
Colombia’s nationwide protests have paralyzed the country’s supply chain networks by disrupting port operations, blocking major thoroughfares, impacting air freight shipments, and significantly interrupting Colombia’s
Outbreak of COVID-19 Impedes Taiwanese Tech Manufacturing
In early June, several major Taiwanese tech firms serving the automotive, electronics, medical device, and other industries were forced to halt or reduce production at their sites following a cluster of COVID-19 infections. In response to the outbreak, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) ordered emergency measures to contain the spread of the virus.
Yantian Port Faces Severe Delays Amid a COVID-19 Outbreak in Guangdong
Severe congestion at the Yantian International Container Terminal (YICT) has been reported following a COVID-19 outbreak among port staff, including 16 cases of infection, which
Global Syringe Shortage Jeopardizes Mass Vaccination Campaigns
Global Syringe Shortage Jeopardizes Mass Vaccination Campaigns As much of the world rushes to attain and distribute COVID-19 vaccinations, access has been stymied by a
Manufacturing Supply Chains Brace for Impact Amid Looming Shortage of Natural Rubber
The growing threat of scarce natural rubber supplies impacts manufacturers. Download a copy of the Everstream Analytics Special Report
Agriculture Monthly Overview Report – May 2021
Agricultural markets across the globe are in rare territory. With substantially higher prices for virtually all agricultural commodities rising to the highest levels seen in nearly a decade and the potential for adverse weather events (heat, dryness, extreme events), the settings are right for a potential threat to permeate the industry and beyond.
Chronic Congestion at Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach Spreads North to Other U.S. West Coast Ports
The ripple effects of the ongoing congestion issues at the San Pedro Bay Port Complex that had started in the latter half of 2020 continue
International flights canceled and seaports closed as Israeli-Palestinian conflict disrupts logistics movements
On May 10, a decades-long conflict between Israel and Palestine escalated following recent clashes between Palestinians and Israeli police forces at the al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem. With-in a week, the conflict had turned into the most intense fighting since 2014, with warnings that it could spiral into a full scale war.
Overwhelming Volumes of Inbound Cargo Congest Critical U.S. Air Hubs
As some parts of the world make incremental progress in controlling the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a resurging global demand for air freight reaching
Tropical Storm Season Outlook 2021
Download a copy of the Everstream Analytics Tropical Storm Season Outlook 2021 for a comprehensive view of what to expect and how to protect your supply chain from the upcoming season. Download now.
Major U.S. fuel supplier Colonial Pipeline offline following ransomware attack
On May 7, major U.S. fuel supplier Colonial Pipeline fell victim to a ransomware attack that caused the company to temporarily shut down its 5,500-mile
New tax proposal reignites nationwide protests in Colombia
On April 28, thousands of Colombians started a nationwide strike against President Ivan Duque’s tax reform proposal aimed at mitigating the country’s economic crisis amidst
Unprecedented COVID-19 Crisis in India Disrupts Supply Chains
India Becomes Latest Hotspot for COVID-19 as Industries Feel Full Impact India, a country of 1.3 billion people, has become the latest hotspot for the COVID-19
Rhine River at Risk of Shipping Disruption Due to Low Water Levels
Since mid-April, water levels of the Rhine River, Europe’s most important waterway, have begun to drop to critical levels. This could disrupt shipping operations, in
Growing congestion, container shortages, and high spot rates: Suez Canal closure continues to wreak havoc on global shipping
Suez Canal Obstruction Continues to Wreak Havoc on Global Shipping Four weeks after maritime traffic in the Suez Canal, one of the world’s busiest waterways,
Rotterdam and Singapore Face the Highest Risk of Port Congestion Following Suez Canal Closure
Everstream Analytics Special Report on the state of global operations in the aftermath of the Suez Canal blockage. Download the report.
Agriculture Monthly Overview Report – Preparing for the 2021 Growing Season
Agricultural markets across the globe are in rare territory. With substantially higher prices for virtually all agricultural commodities rising to the highest levels seen in nearly a decade and the potential for adverse weather events (heat, dryness, extreme events), the settings are right for a potential threat to permeate the industry and beyond.
Factory Fires and Droughts to Further Exacerbate Global Semiconductor Supply Shortages
A global semiconductor shortage is now exacerbated amid additional disruptions to the supply chain; download the report now.
Cargo Carriers Paralyze Major Roadways Throughout Peru Over Fuel Price Hike
On March 15, heavy-duty carriers in Peru began a one-week nationwide strike to protest rising fuel prices and toll rates. Between March 15 and March
Suez Canal / Ever Given Update
The Ever Given has finally been freed in the Suez Canal, but the recovery has only just begun; the downstream effects are and will be far reaching.
Suez Canal Container Ship Blockage Threatens to Undermine Global Supply Chains
On March 24, ultra-large container ship MV Ever Given (Evergreen) ran aground at around 07:40 local time and caused all traffic to be blocked off
Ongoing Political Turmoil Threatens Myanmar’s Apparel Supply Chains
Myanmar’s garment industry, which has a net worth of USD 6 billion (EUR 5 billion) is in jeopardy after the military carried out a coup
[Webinar] 3rd Annual Risk Report 2021 – Risk Trend Reveal, March 23, 2021
Everstream Analytics launches its Annual Risk Report 2021 featuring expert insight of the current risk landscape and predictions on the next risk trends most likely to impact supply chains in 2021. Watch it now.
3rd Annual Risk Report 2021 – Top 5 Risk Trends
Everstream Analytics 3rd Annual Risk Report provides a comprehensive overview of the supply chain risk landscape and predicts the top supply chain risk trends for 2021. Download the report.
Global Semiconductor Shortage Triggering Production Delays for Automakers
A global semiconductor shortage has severely disrupted the auto sector with suspended or reduced production, which may further impact new vehicle sales and profitability. To read how this risk impacts the sector, download the report now.
Plastics Shortages Amid Slow Restart of Petrochemical Plants
Extremely low temperatures in the southern U.S. and northern Mexico in mid-February caused widespread power outages and equipment failures that disrupted operations across a variety of industries ranging from semiconductors to automotive and petrochemicals.
[Webinar] BCI Supply Chain Resilience Report 2021, March 9th 2021
On Tuesday, March 9, The BCI in partnership with Everstream Analytics, hosted two webinars to unveil the findings of the annual survey report with an emphasis on how the pandemic has changed companies’ approaches to supply chain risk management.
BCI Supply Chain Resilience Report 2021
Everstream Analytics is proud to have partnered with the Business Continuity Institute on the latest edition of the BCI Supply Chain Resilience Report 2021.
Airports Shut and Roads Blocked as Military Coup Disrupts Supply Chains in Myanmar
After embarking on the path of democratic transition in the past decade, Myanmar’s adoption of representative government came to an end in the early hours
Winter Outlook Update: Mid-January
The second half of winter looks colder and more disruptive than the first. As forecasted, long-lasting Arctic air will spread throughout the Northern Hemisphere, increasing the need for protection from extreme cold (Protect From Freeze – PFF) of temperature-sensitive products. Learn more…
China’s COVID-19 Restrictions Impede Road and Rail Freight Movement at the Border with Kazakhstan
Freight delays have been reported at the Kazakhstan – China border points since October 2020, when the Chinese authorities imposed COVID-19 quarantine measures at the
COVID-19 Survey: Supply Chain Impacts and Post-Pandemic Adjustment Strategies
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to profoundly impact complex, global manufacturing networks, forcing constant adaptations to keep the supply chain running. To understand how companies are mitigating operational disruptions amid uncertainty, Everstream Analytics initiated a customer survey. Learn more…
Managing Ethical Risks: Challenges in
Maintaining Responsible Global Supply Chains
As public concerns continue to surface over alleged supply chain-linked abuses, companies are increasingly facing pressure for greater due diligence to avoid working with suppliers engaging in possible social, human rights, and labor violations. Learn more…
Military Conflict in Ethiopia Threatens to Destabilize Supply Chains Across the Horn of Africa
On November 4, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced the start of a military campaign against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), the ruling authority
COVID-19: How the Global Vaccine
Distribution Could Impact Cargo Supply Chains
As pharmaceutical companies race to develop COVID-19 vaccines, logistics providers are preparing to build the supply chain needed to deliver these drugs to billions of people as rapidly as possible. Learn more…
Persistent Anti-Government Protests in Belarus Pose Long-Term Threats to Domestic and Regional Supply Chains
For the past four months, anti-government protests have been occurring across Belarus at least once a week to pressure President Alexander Lukashenko into stepping down
Severe Congestion at UK Ports Disrupts Supply Chains as Brexit Deadline Approaches
Since late September, congestion levels at the UK’s busiest container ports have worsened due to high incoming volumes caused by peak season deliveries and pandemic-related
Outbreak of COVID-19 Among Cargo Staff at Shanghai Pudong Airport Impedes Operations
Massive flight cancellations have been reported at Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport (PVG) since a fresh cluster of COVID-19 infections was detected on November 22 after
Import Surge Causes Severe Congestion at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
A significant surge of import shipments at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach has been causing severe congestion over the past two months,
Brexit Customs System Rollout:
Potential Delays and Impacts on Trade
On December 31, the United Kingdom (UK) will formalize its break from the European Union (EU). To facilitate trade and to avoid the required storage of up to 90 days pre-declaration, the UK is planning to implement the Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) for trade by truck in both directions. Learn more…
EndSARS Protests Disrupt Lagos Port Complex Operations and Road Freight Movement
Nigeria has experienced intermittent protests organized by the EndSARS campaign, a decentralized social movement. Protests have caused severely disrupted business operations as well as ocean and road freight movements across the country. Learn more…
Winter Outlook 2020-21
This report explores temperature and winter storm expectations during the upcoming winter for the main population/business zones in the Northern Hemisphere. Last winter was one of the warmest. This season will be quite different. Learn more…
Political Unrest Puts Sea and Road Freight Operations in Sudan at Risk
On October 14, some protesters began to block access to the container terminals at Sudan’s main seaport in Port Sudan for the second time within
COVID-19 Exposes Vulnerabilities in the Global Food Supply Chain
COVID-19 has impacted the entire food and beverage (F&B) supply chain, from farm field to consumer. It has upended the sector’s operational capacity in its entirety, including production to distribution. How can companies meet the growing demand? Learn more…
Record-Breaking Rail Blockade Activity Upends Freight Movements in Mexico
Amidst economic insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic, multiple long-standing disputes have flared in Mexico over the course of 2020, leading to a record-setting year of
Production Issues at TDI Plants in Europe May Impact Automotive and Aerospace Manufacturers
As production remains disrupted at the two largest chemical producers of toluene diisocyanate (TDI) in Europe, downstream customers in the aerospace and automotive industries that
Ransomware Attack on French Carrier CMA CGM Disrupts Shipping Operations
On September 28, French container transportation and shipping company CMA CGM announced that it fell victim to a cyber-attack on its peripheral servers. The company
Nationwide Farmers Protests Against Agriculture Bills in India Disrupt Supply Chain Operations
After the Lok Sabha passed agriculture bills, widespread protests erupted in India. In opposition, the All India Kisan Sangharsh Coordination Committee (AIKSCC), a 250-farmer group, called for several indefinite demonstrations at the national level. Learn more…
Hurricane Delta generates Ongoing Petrochemical Production Disruptions
On October 9 at 19:00 local time, Hurricane Delta made landfall as a Category 2 storm in Creole, Louisiana, disrupting regional petrochemical producers. The storm
Navigating the Post-COVID Environment: Trends and Risks Facing Global Tech Supply Chains
While not as heavily impacted by the crisis compared to other critical industries, global tech manufacturers nonetheless face a variety of risks and trends as companies attempt to adapt and transition into a new post-COVID-19 environment. Learn more…
Anticipate Disruptions from Hurricane Delta Across the U.S. Gulf States
Amid an unusually active hurricane season in the U.S. Gulf Coast, supply chain managers should anticipate further disruption this week as a new powerful storm
Nationwide Protests Target Ground Transportation Thoroughfares Across Costa Rica
Since September 30, protesters have demonstrated across Costa Rica, targeting major ground transportation thoroughfares and stranding shipments of all types across the country. The protests
Industrial Actions at Australian Ports Cause Significant Congestion and Delays
In recent months, the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and the major port operators in Australia, including DP World, Patricks and Hutchinson, have been locked
Back-to-Back Storms Disrupt Business, Logistics, and Port Operations along the Gulf of Mexico
Everstream Analytics predicted in its tropical Storm Season Outlook that 2020 could see one of the most active tropical storm seasons in at least 22 years. With more than a dozen named storms by the end of August, the season is on track to live up to this prediction. Learn more…
2020 Tropical Storm Season Outlook Mid-August Update
This report provides an update on the tropical storm season in the key basins — Atlantic, East Pacific, West Pacific, and Indian Ocean. The theme of this update is consistent with the initial forecast in mid-May and the last July update. Learn more…
COVID-19 Pandemic Creates Opportunity for Innovative Cyber Threat Campaigns
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, commercial IT vulnerabilities that were created, exposed, or accentuated by new global health circumstances have also crystallized rather than subsided. Attacks on maritime and offshore energy enterprises have increased four-fold, compounding damage to businesses that were already confronting market shocks. Learn more…
China’s Worst Floods in Decades threaten to Derail Supply Chains
Since early June, China has been hit by torrential rainfall, rising water levels, and severe flooding that is being characterized as some of the worst to hit the country in decades. China issued nationwide red flood alert warnings. Learn more…
COVID-19 in the United States:
State-level Restrictions and Supply Chain Impacts
The U.S. is experiencing widespread disruption due to containment measures. Many state governments halted all economic activity and implemented stay-at-home mandates beginning in March. As a result, economic productivity declined and supply chain operations were disrupted. Learn more…
COVID-19: The Future of Supply Chain
To measure the impact of COVID-19 on businesses, the Business Continuity Institute, in partnership with Everstream Analytics, conducted a survey with hundreds of supply chain professionals to produce the BCI Supply Chain Resilience Report 2020. This report provides a detailed analysis of the actions taken by organizations to address the challenges from COVID-19. Learn more…
India-China Border Conflict:
Implications for Global Supply Chains
Bilateral tensions have escalated between China and India following a deadly border clash in the Himalayan Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh on June 15. The border standoff has occurred at various points along the 3,500 kilometers (2,200-miles) stretch of the India-China border, most of which remain demarcated. Learn more…
USMCA Trade Agreement:
Implications for North American Manufacturing Supply Chains
On December 10, 2019, Canada, Mexico, and the United States signed a protocol officially amending the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) trade deal that will replace the previous North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) which has been in effect for 26 years since 1994. Learn more…
Supply Chain Impacts of COVID-19 in Latin America
Latin America is emerging as the new epicenter of the COVID-19 virus. Regional disparities in preparedness have halted critical links in industry supply chains, which have obstructed entire end-to-end (E2E) operational capacities. Learn more…
COVID-19: Challenges in the Automotive Industry Amid Factory Restarts in Europe
In early April, more than 1 million of Europe’s auto workers had been furloughed, according to data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association. Making up 11 percent of all manufacturing jobs in the European Union, the sector carries heavy economic importance for the entire continent. Learn more…
Operational Disruptions Ease as
COVID-19 Outbreak in Turkey Improves
Ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak in Turkey have resulted in a dynamic and complex operating environment for shippers and manufacturers since March 2020. Learn more…
The COVID-19 Pandemic Disrupts
Food and Beverage Supply Chains in the U.S.
The COVID-19 pandemic has threatened the U.S. food and beverage supply chains. COVID-19 related restrictions and measures have prevented facilities from operating at full capacity, causing halted operations, bottlenecks in processing and packaging, short-term shortages, and price increases. Learn more…
COVID-19 Outbreak in Brazil:
Effect of Lockdown Measures on Supply Chains
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to nationwide supply chain and logistics disruptions in Brazil, which has the potential to adversely impact operations across South America. State restrictions on movement have adversely impacted staff attendance, leading to decreased capacity in component production and cargo delivery. Learn more…
U.S. Begins Process to Revoke Special Status For Hong Kong
On May 29, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Washington would begin the process of revoking preferential treatment for Hong Kong as a separate customs and travel territory from Mainland China, export controls, extradition, and immigration with few exceptions. Learn more…
U.S. And China Export Control Regulations:
Implications For Global Tech Supply Chains
Export control regulatory trends from the U.S. and China could accelerate a trend of ‘decoupling’: the disintegration of high-tech components and reduced reliance on foreign suppliers by localizing assembly and production within global supply chains. These protectionist measures could have a more profound impact on global tech supply chains over the long-term. Learn more…
Movement Restrictions to Stem COVID-19
Outbreak Delay Cargo Transport Across East Africa
Due to the pandemic, multiple governments in East Africa imposed restrictions on the cross-border movement of trucks and their drivers. The potential to inflame social unrest among truck drivers is likely as the wait time and truck queues grow longer, further disrupting operations at border crossing points. Learn more…
2020 Tropical Storm Season Outlook
This report explores what the upcoming tropical storm season will bring, and how storm activities may impact supply chains, especially in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Our experts forecast that companies should expect above normal activity in the Atlantic. Learn more…
Production Halts and Industrial Action
in Mexico Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 has severely impacted manufacturing operations in Mexico, forcing hundreds of manufacturing plants to close. Those which remain open are facing industry-wide protests as workers demand factory closures over fears of infection. Industry-wide strikes have taken place at plants in multiple cities. Learn more…
COVID-19 Outbreak in The U.S. and Canada:
Impact on North American Supply Chain Operations
As firms and manufacturers scramble to cope with various levels of government-mandated restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact on North American manufacturers has been particularly felt in the life sciences and healthcare; automotive and mobility; engineering and machinery; energy and chemicals; and technology sectors. Learn more…
National Lockdown Severely Disrupts Logistics Operations in South Africa
South Africa implemented a nationwide lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19 permitting only goods and services related to sustenance and public health are considered essential, halting virtually all other production. South Africa’s position as a critical supplier of raw materials, manufactured goods, and agricultural products is likely to impact supply chains across the world. Learn more…
COVID-19 Outbreak in India:
Impact of The Nationwide Lockdown on Supply Chain Operations
On April 14, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the government will extend its nationwide lockdown in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, putting a devastating impact across various manufacturing industries with non-essential businesses being forced to halt production. Learn more…
COVID-19: Impact on API Production
and Global Pharmaceutical Supply Chains
Widespread city lockdowns and transport restrictions in China during the initial COVID-19 outbreak caused production shutdowns in China’s pharmaceutical industry, affecting Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) suppliers. The scarcity of raw materials due to production stoppages and labor shortages has exposed the weight of the world’s pharma industry on China. Learn more…
Impact of The COVID-19 Border Closures on Global Freight Movement
COVID-19 has forced governments around the world to enact border closures that threaten to pose serious disruptions to ground, air, and ocean logistics. Border closures often result in severe delays, elevated waiting/delivery shipment times, limited international air freight capacity, cancellations, and airport closures. Learn more…
U.S. Travel Ban to Curb Transatlantic Air Cargo Capacity
A 30-day travel ban on passengers from dozens of European countries issued by the U.S. government came into effect on March 14. The move is likely to have a significant impact on the movement of trans-Atlantic cargo, most of which is transported in the bellies of passenger planes. Learn more…
COVID-19 Outbreak in Italy:
Quarantine Measures to Disrupt Business Operations
Italian authorities announced further containment measures to curb the spread of COVID-19. Despite the severity of the quarantine, operational activities may face disruption in the coming weeks due to labor shortages, obstacles to cargo movements, higher transportation costs, and a shortage of masks for workers. Learn more…
Annual Risk Report 2020
2019 was a tumultuous year and the supply chain risk landscape over the past 12 months has been dominated by widespread civil unrest and geopolitical tensions in the form of trade restrictions, economic sanctions, and export controls. This year’s Annual Risk Report identifies the risks we foresee gaining greater prominence in 2020. Learn more…
COVID-19 Outbreak: Global Ripple Effects
At a global level, the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in South Korea, Italy, and Iran has triggered government-mandated lockdowns and transport restrictions, prompting fears that temporary border closures could be enforced, which would severely impact rail operations and cross-border roadway transport routes. The crippling effect on the economy may take months to recover. Learn more…
Railway Blockades Paralyze Supply Chains and Threaten Canadian Economy
On February 6, protesters started blocking railways at crucial points across British Columbia (BC), Canada to oppose the construction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline. The protests paralyzed tightly-linked rail and sea traffic and severely impacted manufacturing supply chains, compromising the supply of propane, chlorine, lumber, and wheat for the entire country. Learn more…
Force Majeure: A New Dimension to the Coronavirus Outbreak
With production and logistics operations across China gradually resuming, supply chain managers across industries like automotive, machinery, and chemicals may soon face a new risk dimension pertaining to the coronavirus outbreak: suppliers or buyers invoking force majeure. Learn more…
10 Top Supply Chain Risks Stemming From the Coronavirus Outbreak
Global manufacturing and supply chains are continuing to feel the effect of the novel coronavirus epidemic as factories and logistics providers seeking to resume operations now face labor shortages and regulatory uncertainty. While companies draw up contingency plans to cope with this fast-changing situation, the crisis now looks to disrupt global supply chains until April and potentially beyond. Learn more…
Update on the Novel Coronavirus:
Latest Developments on Supply Chain Impacts
The unpredictability surrounding the extent to which the COVID-19 virus will spread, coupled with government-mandated production delays in select provinces and cities, has led to uncertainty about how this will impact global manufacturing across various sectors ranging from technology and automotive to energy, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Learn more…
The Novel Coronavirus:
Impact on Supply Chain Operations Amid The Lunar New Year
The deadly novel coronavirus outbreak is causing severe disruptions to inbound and outbound air cargo shipments, trucking and rail cargo services, as well as heavy port congestion for vessels. Supply chain managers will need to cope with the propagation of new or the extension of existing city lockdowns and the delayed restart of manufacturing activities in the affected areas and beyond. Learn more…
Unprecedented Bushfires in Australia Impact
Infrastructure and Local Supply Chains
Over 6.3 million hectares across Australia has burnt, facing one of its worst bushfire seasons on record since it started in September 2019. The total damages and economic losses from the wildfires are estimated to be around USD 110 billion (EUR 98.6 billion) due to losses incurred from highway closures, production stoppage, power outages as well as flight cancellations and delays. Learn more…
Geopolitical Unrest in South America
and its Impacts on Supply Chains
Executive Summary Over the past two months, a wave of massive protests has severely impacted South American nations and caused substantial supply chain disruptions across
On and Off Shore Hacking:
Supply Chain Cyber Developments in 2019
Executive Summary Cyber security incidents continue to pose an ever increasing menace to secure and efficient supply chains, with 263% more incidents recorded in 2019
Impact of the U.S.-China Trade War on Global Supply Chains
Executive Summary The volatility of the US-China trade war has brought about considerable uncertainty for companies with global manufacturing networks. Successive tariff escalations, regulatory burdens, and
CN Rail Strike Halts Canadian Supply Chains
Executive Summary The Canadian National Railway Company (CN Rail) strike proceeded from November 19 to 27 when an in-principle agreement was reached. Effects from the
Argentine Elections: Industrial Strike
and Trade Challenges Up Ahead
Executive Summary Argentina’s Peronists swept back into power on October 27, 2019, as Alberto Fernandez and his running mate, former president Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner,
How Warming Climate Affects Maritime and Barge Transportations
Executive Summary A shift in weather patterns, driven by climate change, such as delayed annual rainfalls and rising temperatures have caused water shortages and prolonged
U.S. Imposes Additional Tariffs on the E.U. –
Implications for Global Supply Chains
Executive Summary On October 3, the U.S. announced that it will be imposing additional tariffs of 25 percent on more than 150 goods imported from
Risks to the Petrochemical Industry Along the Houston Shop Channel
Executive Summary Materials produced at or moving through the Houston Ship Channel are subject to a heightened risk of transportation disruptions due to geographic concentration
Sub-Tier Suppliers Suffer as General Motors Strike Continues
Executive Summary About 48,000 unionized workers with General Motors (GM) walked off their jobs on September 16 at multiple US plants in what is described
The Dover-Calais Bottleneck:
An Assessment of Alternative Routes to Avoid Post-Brexit Congestion
Executive Summary In light of growing uncertainty around Brexit, companies have recently stepped up efforts to secure their intracontinental supply chains against potential disruptions The
China’s 70th Anniversary: Impact of Tighter Emissions Controls
and Security on Supply Chains
Executive Summary Over recent weeks, companies operating in China have been hit with tighter emissions controls, heightened security, and traffic congestions leading up to the
Hong Kong Protests: Impact on Supply Chain Operations
Executive Summary On September 4, Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam announced that her government would be formally withdrawing the highly controversial Fugitive Offenders and
China’s Scrap Import Restrictions and Impact on Global Supply Chains
Executive Summary From July 1, China imposed restrictions on imports of Category 6 products, which largely consists of high-grade scrap metals, that will be shifted
Tariff Hikes: Escalation of the U.S.-China Trade War
Executive Summary China’s State Council Tariff Commission (SCTC) announced on August 23 that it will be imposing 5 or 10 percent tariff rates on USD 75 billion
Japan-South Korean Trade Tensions:
Implications for Technology Supply Chains
Executive Summary On July 1, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) announced that export control regulations would be placed on three high-tech chemical
U.S. Threatens Further Tariffs on Chinese Imports:
An Analysis of Sectors Potentially Impacted
Executive Summary On May 10, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) issued a notice proposing additional ad valorem tariffs of up to 25 percent on
Trends in Supply Chain Risks: Why Container Ship Fires are Here to Stay
Executive Summary In early 2019, two of the world’s largest container vessels caught fire, highlighting an accelerating trend and the growing need for companies to
Chinas’S Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Goods: A Sectoral Analysis
Executive Summary In response to the U.S. decision to raise tariffs to 25 percent for USD 200 billion (EUR 178.6 billion) of Chinese imports on
Stormy Weather Ahead: A Global Outlook on the 2019 Season
Executive Summary During the upcoming tropical storm season in the Northern Hemisphere, companies should brace for up to 4 major hurricanes in the Americas and
U.S. Gives Japan and the E.U. Ultimatum to Negotiate a Deal to “Limit or Restrict” Auto Imports Within 180 Days
Executive Summary Amid expectations that U.S. President Trump would decide on whether to impose tariffs on imported cars and auto parts by May 18, it
The Jiangsu Yancheng Explosion: Implications for Industrial Safety and Chemical Supply Chains
Executive Summary A major petrochemical plant explosion at Jiangsu Tianjiayi Chemical Company on March 21 has set off a wave of nationwide industrial safety inspection
U.S. Threatens to Raise Tariffs to 25 Percent on Chinese Goods
Executive Summary U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to raise existing tariffs from 10 to 25 percent on USD 200 billion (EUR 178.6 billion) worth
New Migrant Caravan Triggers Trade Disruptions at the US-Mexico Border
Executive Summary The southwest US border is one of the busiest border crossings in the world, with over USD 940 million in trade entering daily
Dam Breach at Brumadinho: Devastation from Minas Gerais to the World Iron Ore Market
Executive Summary From steel manufacturing to biomedical industries, iron ore remains a highly demanded raw commodity, and Brazil remains a notable supplier to the world
Severe Flooding Causes Widespread Damage to Ground Transportation Infrastructure and Threatens Industries Across the U.S. Great Plains & Midwest
Executive Summary A series of weather events in March 2019 triggered extreme flooding in eastern Nebraska, western Iowa, northeast Kansas, and northwest Missouri, causing widespread
Everstream Analytics Annual Risk Report 2019
Foreward The supply chain risk environment is dynamic and continually evolving. Risks are increasingly being called out in companies’ publicly filed financial statements and as
Brazil: Industrial Action Risks Amid Trucking Negotiations and Privatization Plans
Executive Summary The January 1 inauguration of Jair Bolsonaro is anticipated to bring about a measured departure from business as usual in Brazil. The most
China’s Scrap Import Ban: A Shift in Global Plastics and Metal Recycling Industries
Executive Summary China’s ban on various scrap import, which comes into effect from December 31, 2018, has increased complexities for plastic and copper scrap processing industries
Migrant Caravan Disrupts Supply Chains Along U.S. – Mexico Border
Executive Summary The Central American migrant caravans have grown from small and organized groups to large and unorganized migration events that bear the potential to
From Ports to Production: Insights into Supply Chain Cyber Threats
Executive Summary The growing dependence on supply chain digitalization places businesses at an ever increasing risk with the exponential growth of supply chain cyber attacks.
Manufacturing Supply Chains Suffer from Record Low Rhine Levels
Executive Summary Record low water levels on the Rhine have caused logistical and procurement challenges to manufacturing supply chains in Europe Chemical and steel plants
A Tale of Two Storms: Supply Chain Risks in the Aftermath of Hurricane Florence and Typhoon Mangkhut
Executive Summary In mid-September, two major storms rippled through eastern United States and southeastern Asia, bringing transportation at major logistics hubs including Charleston, Hong Kong
NAFTA Renegotiation and Future Scenarios for North America’s Supply Chains – Part 2
Executive Summary The new NAFTA renegotiation process among the United States, Canada, and Mexico continues this August after it was initiated nearly 12 months earlier,
NAFTA Renegotiation and Future Scenarios
for North America’s Supply Chains – Part 1
Due to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), North American economies have become increasingly integrated as efficient supply chains developed across the region. As in any trade agreement, there are winners and losers. U.S. President Donald Trump is a main critic of the 23-year-old pact. Learn more…
From Beers to Biomedical Sciences: Carbon Dioxide Shortage in Europe and North America
Executive Summary The carbon dioxide shortage that has swept through Europe over the course of the 2018 FIFA World Cup has gained notoriety for its
Understanding Post-Brexit Scenarios and Minimizing Impact to Intercontinental Supply Chain Operations
Background On March 29, 2019, the United Kingdom (UK) is scheduled to formally leave the European Union (EU). Both the EU and the UK are
The FIFA 2018 World Cup in Russia: A Supply Chain Perspective
Background For the first time in its history, the Russian Federation will host the 2018 FIFA World Cup, one of the largest sporting events in
Six Months After Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico’s Critical Infrastructure Remains Fragile
Executive Summary With a death toll of 112 and a total estimated cost of USD 90 billion, Hurricane Maria ranks third in the list of
Europe-China Rail: Repair Works to Limit Capacity and Cause Delays
From March 2018 to April 2019, the Polish railway will undertake major repair works between the Malaszewicze and Brest rail freight terminals, which constitute a
U.S. Steel and Aluminium Tariffs: What They Mean for Manufacturing Supply Chains
Executive Summary President Donald Trump announced on March 8 that the US government would set import tariffs of 25 per cent on steel and 10
Cobalt: High in Demand Following Scarcity Outlook
Executive Summary Cobalt, a key ingredient in lithium-ion batteries mainly used in electronic products and electric cars, is high in demand by automotive and tech
Severe Weather Disruptions Cargo Transportation Throughout Italy
Background On March 2, local sources indicated that weather conditions are still causing disruption to transportation in central and northern parts of Italy. Bad weather
Djibouti: Government Seizing DP World Terminal May Alter Shipping Routes
Background Amid an ongoing legal dispute with Dubai-based DP World, the fourth largest port operator worldwide, the government of Djibouti unilaterally terminated a concession contract
North and Baltic Sea: Increased Shipping Times due to Kiel-Canal Disruption
Impacts on Shipping Shipping traffic in Northern Europe has been significantly delayed since February 20, following the collision of a container vessel with a lock
Mexico: Blocked Railroads Impact Automotive Supply Chains
Impact on Automotive Supply Chains Between late January and mid-February 2018, automotive supply chains across Mexico were affected by intermittent protests by education workers which
Taiwan Earthquakes: Impact on Transportation and Technology Supply Chains
Executive Summary A magnitude 6.4 earthquake near Hualien County in eastern Taiwan resulted in many casualties, structural damages and infrastructure disruption in the city area
Supply Chains Suffer as Winter Storm Grayson Hits U.S. East Coast
Executive Summary On Wednesday, January 3, a powerful winter storm made landfall on the US East Coast, covering southeastern states with levels of snow and
California Wildfires: What They Mean for Logistics and Supply Chains
Executive Summary Since December 4, multiple wildfires have broken out in Southern California, affecting human life and supply chains in the Greater Los Angeles area
Update on Hurricane Maria’s Impacts on Life Sciences and Healthcare Supply Chains in Puerto Rico
Executive Summary Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico on September 20, causing severe damage to the country’s infrastructure, including the power grid, mobile networks and the
Earthquake in Mexico: Immediate Impacts on Logistics
Executive Summary On September 19, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake caused at least 225 casualties and severe, widespread damage to roads and buildings across Mexico City
Hurricane Irma: Latest Implications for Air, Road, Rail and Ocean Freight
Executive Summary After devastating many islands in the Caribbean, Hurricane Irma made landfall in South Florida on September 11, causing widespread damage and flooding in
Hurricane Irma: Potential Implications for Manufacturing, Retail and Logistics
Executive Summary Hurricane Irma – the strongest hurricane ever to be recorded in the Atlantic – is projected to make landfall in South Florida on September 9-10,
Update on Hurricane Harvey: Impacts on Global Supply Chains
Executive Summary Since August 25, ports, airports, railways, roads and oil refineries along the Texas and Louisiana coast have been experiencing significant operational disruptions due
Hurricane Harvey: Immediate Impacts on Global Supply Chains
Executive Summary Since August 25, ports, airports, railways, roads and oil refineries along the Texas and Louisiana coast are experiencing significant operational disruptions due to
G20 Summit in Hamburg: Supply Chain Impacts on Road, Rail, Air and Ocean Freight
Executive Summary The G20 summit in Hamburg on July 7 and 8 is expected to cause widespread traffic restrictions due to security measures and large-scale
Petya Ransomware Attack: Implications for Global Supply Chains
Executive Summary A new ransomware that reportedly started in Ukraine on Tuesday, June 27 has caused network issues in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific,
Supply Chain Impacts of the Diplomatic Crisis in the Middle East
Executive Summary SevencountriesintheMiddleEasthavecutdiplomaticrelationsandsuspendedland, air, and sea travel to and from Qatar Withphysicalbordersclosed,re-routingofairandoceantrafficisexpectedtocause shipment delays, increase costs and result in port congestion at major transshipment hubs
Disruptive Impacts from Planned Port Strikes in Spain
Executive Summary Spanish dockworkers are set to stage a seven-day strike from March 10 to 24 International Dockworkers Council has called on European ports to
Chennai Floods: Widespread Impact on Supply Chain
Widespread flooding, triggered by heavy rains that started in the second week of November, has caused significant disruption in the major Indian city of Chennai,
Heightened Security Following Paris Attacks and its Implication on Supply Chain
Executive Summary Countries across the EU have adopted heightened security measures and updated their security advices. In the near term, controls across the European Union’s
The Migrant Crisis and its Impact on Supply Chains
Executive Summary Supply chains are beginning to experience the consequences of the geopolitical crisis that has triggered an influx of unprecedented number of refugees to
Tianjin Port Situation Update
A devastating series of explosions at a Dangerous Goods warehouse occurred in Tianjin, China last week. The explosions, which occurred approximately 50 kilometers away from
South Africa’s Road Freight in Jeopardy Amid Xenophobic Attacks on Foreign Drivers
Cargo trucks driven by foreign nationals in South Africa have faced violent attacks by local truck drivers and other unknown groups since the beginning of
