Supply Chain
Supply Chain Update - May 2025
Updated May 9, 2025
The recent tariff increases on certain imported goods are having a significant and multifaceted impact on global manufacturing and supply chain dynamics. Anticipated impacts include:
- Reduced supply of some products
- Pricing volatility across the supply chain
- Production delays
While navigating these complex circumstances is challenging, Chadwell Supply’s focus remains simple: getting what our customers need to them when they need it. Our Purchasing and Merchandising professionals are working to develop and expand options to mitigate these supply chain challenges.
- Chadwell Supply’s local warehouses across the country are well-stocked with the products our customers need.
- We are actively communicating specific supply chain challenges to our customers.
- Our team is securing new and additional sources for affected goods to reduce reliance on countries affected by tariffs.
- We will continue to employ inventory management techniques that ensure supply disruptions are minimized.
Most importantly, we will continue to build and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers and manufacturers. We will be transparent—communicating early and often to help our customers manage their properties with minimal disruptions.
Supply Chain News by Category:
See a breakdown of product categories and specific items affected here.
Shipping Updates:
SUEZ CANAL - Representatives of the Suez Canal Authority reported that “security in the Red Sea is gradually improving.” The number of ships traversing the Suez Canal increased in Q1, the first positive sign since attacks on shipping vessels led global shipping giants to avoid that passage in favor of the longer route around Africa. Challenges still exist, but officials are hopeful that stability is returning to this vital maritime corridor.
