“Effective tail spend management is an ongoing discipline,” says Arnaud Malardé, Director at Ivalua
One of the biggest opportunities to improve resilience and unlock savings continues to fly under the radar: tail spend. Arnaud Malardé, Director at Ivalua, explains why.
DP World Launches EcoRoute to Build Lower-Emission Supply Chains
DP World has launched EcoRoute, combining network optimisation, lower-carbon transport, and emissions reporting to help businesses improve supply chain performance
Evri Group Surpasses One Billion Annual Parcel Milestone Following Record Growth Year
Evri Group has announced that it is now delivering more than one billion parcels annually after reporting a record financial year. The company said parcel volumes increased by 17 per cent during FY25/26, supported by an £80 million investment programme focused on operations, customer service and its delivery network.
Tate & Lyle’s European Regenerative Programme Achieves Significant Results
Tate & Lyle's regenerative corn programme is being extended for another year following impressive environmental results that outperformed both annual and multi-year regional benchmarks.
“A cultural transformation” : Refresco Italia and E80 Group Drive Sustainable Intralogistics
Refresco Italia has partnered with E80 Group to transform its Sulmona facility with an automated intralogistics system, improving efficiency, sustainability, and operational flexibility whilst supporting future business growth.
Risk Ledger Secures £24 million Series B Funding to Expand Supply Chain Security Platform
Risk Ledger has raised £24 million in Series B funding to expand its supply chain security network, develop new artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and support its entry into the US market.
a&o Hostels Reports Lower Emissions Per Overnight Stay in 2025 Sustainability Report
a&o Hostels has reduced its CO2e emissions per overnight stay by 1.9 per cent, according to its 2025 Sustainability Report, while advancing renewable energy use, building conversion projects and social initiatives across its European operations.
Google and Energy Dome Sign First Bilateral Agreement for Long-Duration Energy Storage Project in Ireland
The project will be located near Rhode in County Offaly, close to a key node on the Irish electricity grid where high-voltage transmission lines serve the Greater Dublin metropolitan area.
Intel Invests €5 billion to Expand Ireland Semiconductor Manufacturing Capacity
Intel will invest €5 billion to expand semiconductor manufacturing capacity at its Leixlip campus in Ireland, increasing production of Intel Xeon processors, supporting research and development, and strengthening Europe's semiconductor supply chain to meet growing demand for AI and high-performance computing.
GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index : Manufacturers Build Buffer Inventories as Supply Chain Disruption Persists
Manufacturers continued to increase safety stock in June as shortages of critical inputs and rising order backlogs kept global supply chains under pressure, according to the latest GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index.
Lotus Technology Inc. Publishes 2025 Sustainability Report, Showcasing Advancements in Governance, Product Innovation, and the Value Chain
Lotus Technology Inc. announces the release of its 2025 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant strides in governance, product innovation, and sustainable practices whilst reaffirming its commitment to a greener future in luxury mobility. Dive into the highlights of its ongoing journey towards environmental responsibility and transparency.
Jabil Acquires Rebound Electronics to Expand Strategic Distribution and Supply Chain Capabilities
Jabil has acquired Rebound Electronics, bringing together global manufacturing expertise and electronic component distribution capabilities in a move designed to support customers with enhanced sourcing solutions.




