A few more thoughts on the dockworkers strike
Comedian Rodney Dangerfield would often humorously lament that he “got no respect.” It was a trademark line from him and even though you knew it …
Category: Supply chain logistics
The role of trade remedies — protection from unfair trade
By Daniel Pickard and Natan Tubman Today many industries across the United States are struggling. Manufacturers of home goods, furniture, cabinetry and other items are …
More furniture resources step up to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene
Fundraising, charitable donations aim to ease the suffering of storm victims in Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee and other areas HIGH POINT — More furniture industry …
Ethan Allen addresses recent disruptions resulting from Hurricane Helene
DANBURY, Conn. — An Ethan Allen distribution center located in Old Fort, North Carolina, was recently impacted by the significant flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. …
News reports: East Coast, Gulf port workers returning to work Friday, Oct. 4
NEW YORK — Multiple news agencies are reporting that East and Gulf Coast port workers have agreed to a deal on compensation, ending in three …
July furniture orders down 5% from July 2023
July shipments rose 5.5% during the same period, according to the latest monthly Smith Leonard Furniture Insights report HIGH POINT — New orders for residential …
Reports: Vietnamese workers left without pay, benefits after shutdown of plant tied to Abbyson exec
HO CHI MINH CITY VIETNAM — Several Vietnamese newspapers have reported that a furniture manufacturer tied to Abbyson executive Abby Rafieha has ceased operations just …
Industry observers weigh in on impact of port strike
HIGH POINT — With workers set to walk off the job today at every major East and Gulf Coast port, home furnishings importers are scrambling …
King Koil sees rise in private label business
AVONDALE, Ariz. – Mattress manufacturer, King Koil, said that it has been increasing its private label business over the past several months as retailers seek to build …
Ongoing uncertainties in logistics pipeline require aggressive planning
With a week to go before the end of the current East and Gulf Coast labor contract and the start of the Golden Week holiday in …
