Global Scans · Logistics · Weekly Summary

• [New] With the Chinese New Year cargo rush approaching, the supply chain outlook remains uncertain, and volatility is expected to continue into early 2026. J.M. Rodgers Co.
• [New] In Bayelsa, J Marine Logistics is leading deployment, and in Abuja's Federal Capital Territory, PVG Solar plans a 500 MW plant, in collaboration with diplomatic missions and SNV. Business Insider Africa
• [New] While new investment to diversify supply chains is taking place in countries around the world, concentration in China for key production segments is set to remain above 90% through 2030. IEA
• [New] Global supply chains for solar PV and rare earth elements used in wind turbines remain heavily concentrated in China, underscoring ongoing risks to supply chain security. IEA
• [New] Supply chain issues could cost global airlines more than $11 billion in 2025. Consulting.us
• [New] Analysts expect adoption to accelerate in 2026 as supply chain AI tools and freight automation 2025 capabilities become table stakes for global trade. technovatix.info
• [New] Supporters emphasize the need to protect national interests, while critics warn of the risk of escalating trade tensions and disruptions in global supply chains. XTB.com
• [New] S&P Global will build new agents for IBM's watsonx Orchestrate Agent Catalog using S&P Global's proprietary data, research, and analytics aimed to expedite decision-making across supply chain management. IBM Newsroom
• [New] President Trump's tariff policy on Canadian and Mexican vehicles is disruptive to the North American auto supply chain. Mac's Motor City Garage
• [New] Cyber threats are escalating in scale and sophistication, fueled by AI, global supply chains, and the massive amounts of sensitive data now stored in data centers. Tech Talent Solutions
• [New] 2025 global supply chains face acute geopolitical risks from conflicts, trade wars, and cyber-physical disruptions, reshaping economic stability. Ainvest
• [New] Fading demand for AI hardware, persistent geopolitical tensions, and regionalization of supply chains will likely weigh on global trade volumes. Dedicated Financial
• [New] For MENA supply chains particularly, predictive analytics helps combat the risks of disruptions caused by port congestion, regional instability, and fluctuating demand affected by local festivities or economic events. The Council of Procurement & Supply Chain Professionals
• [New] Taiwan will boost its own defence industry and strengthen domestic supply chains to build a robust line of defence. Sino Daily
• [New] Supply Chain Resilience: With expanded capacity, especially in the U.S., companies expect fewer disruptions. IntuitionLabs
• [New] In the coming years, buyers and suppliers will see opportunities in lunar resource extraction, orbital manufacturing, and interplanetary logistics. Made-in-China.com
• [New] Most public warnings focus on EU-bound supply chains rather than Australian, so the local effect remains uncertain and will vary by supplier. The Conversation
• [New] By 2025, the biggest change in how businesses buy things and manage their supply chains will be digital transformation. Procure Insights
• As the UK, EU, and US seek to revitalize domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on fragile global supply chains, they must not overlook digital risk. Forbes
• Governments worldwide, particularly in the United States, are increasingly viewing domestic chip manufacturing as a matter of national security and economic resilience, a sentiment solidified by the supply chain disruptions experienced during the recent pandemic. FinancialContent
• Strengthening supply chain resilience will be one of the defining cybersecurity trends in 2025. Two99
• Canada could potentially compete by offering other advantages such as the cleanest and most sustainable processes, or by reducing supply chain risks associated with overreliance on China. IRPP

Last updated: 18 October 2025