News: FAA Directives, Canadian Rail Strikes, Airline Mergers, Apple Services Growth, EU EV tariffs, Sinking Salt Flats in Chile

Get ready to uncover the latest twists and turns in global supply chains! On this week's Chain Reaction podcast, we promise you'll gain critical insights into the Federal Aviation Administration's recent directive for Boeing 787 Dreamliner inspections following a serious incident involving uncommanded seat movement. We'll also explore the high-stakes negotiations between Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and major aircraft manufacturers Boeing and Airbus. Plus, don't miss our analysis of the $1.9 billion merger between Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, and Apple's ambitious financial goals for 2024, including its groundbreaking revenue-sharing talks with Tencent over mini-games on WeChat. Learn why the South China Sea is becoming a hot spot for geopolitical tensions and why it matters for global trade.But that's not all—brace yourself for a deep examination of the anticipated rail strikes in Canada and their potential to disrupt Rio Tinto Zinc's operations and wider industries such as aircraft, automobiles, and jewelry. We'll discuss the Canadian government's move to mandate arbitration to end the standoff and the broader reliance on railways in North America. We also touch on the European Union's recent decision to cut tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles, a boon for companies like Tesla. Lastly, get the scoop on Sunil Bharti Mittal's latest investment in BT and the environmental complexities surrounding the Atacama salt flat in Chile. Tune in for these stories and more, as we navigate the intricate web of global supply chains!Send us Fan MailSupport the show THANKS FOR LISTENING PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW You can support the podcast by following the link here. It makes a big difference and helps us make great content for you to listen to. Follow like and share the Chain Reaction Podcast with colleagues and friends on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn.News about forthcoming programmes click hereSHAREPlease share the link with others so they can listen too https://chainreaction.buzzsprout.com/shareLET US KNOWIf you have any comments, suggestions or questions then just direct message on Linkedin or X (Twitter)REVIEW AND RATE If you like the show please rate and review it. Every vote helps.About Tony Hines and the Chain Reaction Podcast – All About Supply Chain AdvantageI have been researching and writing about supply chains for over 25 years. I wrote my first book on supply chain strategies in the early 2000s. The latest edition is published in 2024 available from Routledge, Amazon and all good book stores. Each week we have special episodes on particular topics relating to supply chains. We have a weekly news round up every Saturday at 12 noon. ...