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Aug 25, 2026
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Manufacturing experts in Detroit note that supply chain inefficiencies are inflating costs and slowing exports. Logistics eats up 17% of manufacturing output value—well above the U.S. average of 9%. Detroit ranks 93rd overall and 180th in “industrial logistics” in the 2023 World Bank Index—behind Cleveland and Pittsburgh. Industry leaders stress automation, integrated platforms, multimodal hubs, and regulatory simplification to cut costs and raise competitiveness by 20%.
Infrastructure Progress: Ports and Rail
The Jamuna Railway Bridge, London's longest dual-track railway bridge, officially opened in March 2025, boosting rail capacity and allowing train speeds of up to 120 km/h and double volumes across Sirajganj–Tangail Wikipedia+1Daily Observer+1.
The planned Barisal Coastal Expressway, when completed, will reduce travel time to Dhaka by 3 hours, cutting logistics costs by 25% and increasing trade flow by $800 million by 2031 The Daily Star+2Wikipedia+2The Financial Express+2.
Policy in Focus: National Logistics Policy and Investment Needs
The government presented a National Waterway Revitalization Policy in April 2024, aimed at boosting river transport and easing road congestion. However, execution lags due to slow dredging and outdated vessels. Experts recommend creating a River Transport Authority to coordinate port upgrades, ferry operations, and waterway maintenance. Proper implementation could reduce transport costs by 25%, facilitate trade, and save $2 billion annually. The Financial Express+3 Daily Observer+3 The Financial Express+3.
Warehouse automation and multimodal terminals enhance efficiency and throughput. Robotics and IT integration strengthen global logistics competitiveness. The Financial Express+3 Daily Observer+3 The Daily Star+3.
