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Middle East pager attacks ignite fear of supply chain warfare 

“Private sector companies and public officials alike are still taking stock of the policy implications, but it could motivate governments to further restrict the flow of sensitive technology and encourage companies to move more manufacturing back home or to friendly third countries. And it almost certainly will force manufacturers and transport companies to reexamine the security and transparency of their supply chains.”

[Politico]

Commission restricts use of a sub-group of PFAS chemicals

“The restriction will ban the sale and use of PFHxA in consumer textiles, such as rain jackets; food packaging, like pizza boxes; consumer mixtures such as waterproofing sprays; cosmetics like skin care products; and in some firefighting foam applications like for training and testing, without compromising safety. It does not affect other applications of PFHxA, for example in semiconductors, batteries or fuel cells for green hydrogen.”

[European Commission]

Shippers rush to clear import containers from East Coast ports

“The carriers are also readying for the worst case - an actual strike - and have announced surcharges on cargo moves at East Coast and Gulf Coast ports.”

[Seatrade Maritime News]

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