As ACD members and stakeholders know, the work the chemical distribution industry does to safely and efficiently transport chemical products is critical to countless sectors, including the manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and defense industries. Due to the role the chemical distribution industry has in our supply chain, providing the essential products Americans rely on, we are increasingly targeted by bad actors, requiring us to remain more vigilant than ever before.
Over the last few days, I have received many member calls, texts, and emails about how the recently announced tariffs from President Trump would impact our industry. While I have tried to respond to all of these inquiries, I thought it would be beneficial to share my thoughts in writing via this blog.
With the threats facing chemical distribution constantly changing, ACD members recognize the importance of conducting robust safety drills and adapting them to suit these new challenges.
Next month, we’ll welcome the first intake of talented individuals into our Aspiring Leaders program. New for 2025, the initiative is part of ACD’s newly formed Leadership Institute, established to deliver the key skills helping our members fulfill their career ambitions.
Last year, we introduced a series of articles in our quarterly Chemicals in Motion magazine to break down each of the Codes of Responsible Distribution – our trusted environment, health, safety, security, and sustainability program.
With the 119th Congress officially in session and the new administration soon taking office, there are plenty of new faces walking the halls of Capitol Hill. If you haven’t already, now is the perfect opportunity to begin arranging a site visit through ACD and inviting your local representative to tour your facility.
Does someone in your team go above and beyond in their day-to-day role, but doesn’t necessarily get the credit they deserve? Are they a standard bearer for the industry? Do they work tirelessly to represent you, your business, or ACD?
To describe the past several months in ocean shipping as bumpy would be an understatement. In October, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) went on strike when it could not reach an agreement with the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX), the association representing their employers. The strike lasted four days until a tentative agreement was reached, with a second deadline set for mid-January.
As we approach the end of 2024, it is a perfect time to take stock of accomplishments and reflect on what has transpired over the last year. This allows companies to identify and complete any outstanding items, as well as set goals for the new year ahead. Responsible Distribution is a program built on a foundation of continuous improvement. Taking the time to review these key areas each year will help drive improvements in the new year. While formal Responsible Distribution verifications occur in three-year intervals, many aspects of Responsible Distribution need to be addressed on an annual basis.
The dedicated members of the Alliance for Chemical Distribution (ACD) play a crucial role in ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality chemical products that are essential to our daily lives. Over the years, our members have broadened the base of the industries they support to include paint and coatings, general manufacturing, water treatment, petroleum, automotive, energy markets, and more. One sector, however, stands out among the rest this holiday season: household cleaners and personal care.