Your Weekly Supply Chain & Logistics Tech Roundup

Manifest Vegas Starts Monday!

This Monday, we look forward to welcoming over 6,000 industry leaders & innovators from more than 50 countries to Manifest Vegas 2025!?As a subscriber of The 'Fest, you save an additional $200 off the current rate—$400 off the on-site price! Secure your spot before registration closes this Sunday, February 9th. Register Now & Save $400

QUICK HITS & COMPANY NEWS

• EU sets out plans to crack down on e-commerce platforms amid product safety concerns. The commission aims to require platforms like Shein to provide data on products entering the region. (WSJ)
• USPS lifts brief suspension of inbound China, Hong Kong packages. The agency is working with Customs and Border Protection to improve tariff collection methods on Chinese imports. (Supply Chain Dive)
• Sennder acquires C.H. Robinson’s EST operations. Digital freight forwarder sennder has expanded its reach by acquiring C.H. Robinson’s European Surface Transport?operations. (Trans.info)
• Oracle adds AI agents to supply chain and manufacturing software. New AI tools can answer complex company policy questions through natural language queries, assisting customer service reps, shop floor operators, and warehouse workers. (DC Velocity)
• Brightpick’s new warehouse robot can reach 20-foot-high shelves. Brightpick has introduced the Giraffe system, an autonomous mobile robot designed for high-reach warehouse operations. (TechCrunch)?
• Waabi and Volvo Autonomous Solutions announce partnership. The companies will collaborate on the development and deployment of autonomous trucks. (FreightWaves)
• Portocel becomes the first Brazilian port to deploy fully autonomous trucks. The initiative enhances efficiency in pulp transport, marking a milestone in automation. (WorldCargo News)

Last Chance to Save – Register by Sunday!

Now through Sunday, February 9th, 'Fest subscribers?save $400 off the on-site price. Don't get stuck paying retail. Register today and save! ?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q.?If I register now, when do I get access to the networking app? A. Approximately 15 minutes after registering, you will receive an invitation to the Manifest Private Network & App.

Q.?Do I need a special ticket to see the After Party featuring international recording superstar?Flo Rida? A. All Manifest ticket holders will have access to the After Party.?

Q.?Are you recording the sessions? A. Yes. We are recording all sessions including the Innovation Stage. Access to Manifest Vegas Playback comes with your ticket to the event and will be available to view directly in the Manifest App!

FUNDING NEWS

• Desteia leverages AI and graph theory to alleviate supply chain disruptions. The startup has raised $11.5M to develop a predictive SaaS solution for supply chain operators. (AP News)
• Omnitron Sensors secures $13M+ Series A funding to advance MEMS technology. The funding, led by Corriente Advisors, will support the development of next-generation MEMS sensors. (BusinessWire)
• Grid management startup WeaveGrid secures strategic investment from Hyundai and Kia. The funding reinforces WeaveGrid’s leadership in EV charging management and grid-interactive vehicle solutions. (WeaveGrid)
• Weather intelligence startup Meteomatics raises $22M to advance high-resolution modeling. The funding, led by Amira Growth, supports the rollout of an ultra-high resolution weather model in the U.S. (Axios)
• Port Houston awarded $25M to develop a hydrogen refilling station in Bayport. The grant will support the construction of infrastructure for hydrogen-powered transportation at the port. (Houston Chronicle)
• CMA CGM linked to $2.6B order for LNG dual-fuel container ships. HD Hyundai Heavy Industries secures its first order of 2025 with a major investment in cleaner shipping technology. (TradeWinds)

BREAKING NEWS HAPPENING AT MANIFEST VEGAS 2025

Those innovating and transforming end-to-end supply chain?and logistics?are set to make news in February and they are choosing to do it at Manifest Vegas 2025. Over 55 companies will unveil new products or partnerships, show off C-Suite additions and or tout funding rounds.

Visit the?Manifest Media Resource Center to see the list of companies making announcements and more!

NEWLY POSTED JOBS IN SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS

• Director of Transportation - CS Recruiting, Grand Forks, ND
• Fleet Director - Artera Services, Indianapolis, IN
• Packaging Operations Supervisor - Whiteland, IN
• Warehouse General Manager - GXO Logistics, Jacksonville, FL