Distribution Dive

Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in Chemical Distribution and Beyond

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0400

Labor shortages and generational shifts are reshaping chemical distribution, prompting companies to rethink recruitment, workforce development and STEM pipelines across supply chains.

Freight Failures: The Case Against the Proposed Rail Merger

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Paint and coatings suppliers face heightened risks as a proposed rail merger raises concerns about higher costs, reduced competition and supply chain strain.

From Reform to Recovery; Policy, Progress and the Chemical Supply Chain

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Shifting tax, trade and regulatory policies are reshaping the chemical supply chain, creating both challenges and opportunities for paint and coatings manufacturers.

Moving Beyond Transportation to Meet Customer Needs and the Market

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Today’s chemical distributors serve as strategic partners, offering tailored services that go far beyond transportation and raw material supply.

Best Practices for Crisis and Disaster Response

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The evolving landscape of chemical distribution presents challenges and opportunities, from regulatory shifts to market consolidation shaping the industry's future.

How a New Administration and Congress Will Impact Policy Central to Supply Chain, Business Operations

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

A new administration and Congress could reshape regulatory, tax and trade policies impacting the chemical distribution industry and its supply chain partners.

Chemical Supply Chain Braces for Onslaught of New Regulatory Burdens

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Stringent regulations from agencies like the EPA and OSHA are placing increasing burdens on the chemical distribution industry. This article explores the impact on small businesses, supply chains, and economic viability.

Maintaining a Competitive Edge Through Value-Added Chemical Distribution Services and Innovation

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This edition of the ACD’s quarterly column focuses on the issues facing the chemical distribution industry as ACD President Eric Byer reflects on the legislative and regulatory priorities that are central to growth.

Chemical Security, Freight Rail Reform, and Increased Regulations

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Turning Over a New Leaf

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Both the paint and coatings and chemical distribution industries are undergoing various changes, which have brought new technological advancements and sustainability initiatives to the forefront of their businesses. These changes ensure that companies, end users, partners, and producers remain competitive in an evolving global landscape.

Prioritizing Sustainable Solutions in Chemical Distribution

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Although sustainability isn’t a new concept, its integration into daily business practices is prevalent, and important to shareholders, investors, customers, and employees. The NACD recognizes the great responsibility of applying and developing commonsense, sustainable business practices and supply chain operations. The organization describes its ongoing progress to reaffirm to industry partners and customers that it is focused on building a business that delivers a better future.

Safely Transporting Essential Ingredients

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This article explores the expertise, steadfast commitment to safety, and overarching mindset of responsibility that is invested to get chemical ingredients where they need to go.

Trade, Tariffs, and Taxes

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This edition of Distributor Dive, a quarterly column written by the NACD, comments on how the 118^th Congress can support the recovery and growth of American businesses.

A Divided Congress: 2023 Takeaways

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This edition of Distributor Dive, a new quarterly column written by the NACD, comments on the potential impacts of a divided Congress on the paint and coatings industry and its supply chain partners, including chemical distributors.