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A viral X thread by @supertrucker exposed the concentration of trucking companies in California.
California invests over $1.5B in port infrastructure, including $450M for zero-emission projects, to boost efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in its supply chain.
Governor Gavin Newsom of California has announced an investment of over $1.5 billion, including about $450 million for zero-emission projects, aimed at building a more efficient, sustainable, and resilient supply chain in the state. This investment, which is anticipated to generate around 20,000 jobs, will fund 15 projects that increase the capacity to move goods throughout the state, reduce environmental impacts, and provide safety improvements. Included are major upgrades at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach – the busiest ports in the Western Hemisphere. The funding supports the state's efforts to combat climate change, enhance its supply chain infrastructure, and maintain its critical role in the national and global economy.
Source: CA.gov
California is investing $1.5 billion to modernize global trade centers like @PortofLA & @portoflongbeach - reducing pollution & creating 20k jobs.
— Office of the Governor of California (@CAgovernor) July 6, 2023
We're upgrading our nation-leading supply chain infrastructure to move goods more sustainably & efficiently. https://t.co/gFaRNeRpdC
The Port of Los Angeles hit record volumes in July as shippers raced to beat tariff deadlines
Tariff pressure shifts freight to major U.S. ports as importers turn to supply chain finance. Smaller ports and key sectors face mounting strain.
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Port of Los Angeles cargo volumes fell 5% in May due to rising tariffs.
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