UPS, Postal Service reach ‘preliminary agreement’ in Ground Saver talks

The carriers have made progress on terms for volumes and rates as UPS looks to tap back into the agency's final-mile capabilities.

By Max Garland • Oct. 29, 2025

UPS job cuts reach 34K this year, aided by driver buyouts

The delivery giant has also shuttered 93 buildings in 2025 as it adjusts its U.S. network to a reduction in Amazon volume.

By Max Garland • Oct. 28, 2025

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Amazon unveils 3 new systems to boost its fulfillment, delivery network

A multiarmed robotics system, an agentic AI model and smart glasses for drivers build upon other technologies the e-commerce giant has revealed this year.

By Max Garland • Oct. 27, 2025

Amazon links up with USPS for doorstep returns

Pickups from the Postal Service have been available for some customers since this summer, per the e-commerce giant.

By Max Garland • Oct. 23, 2025

FedEx, UPS pricing tweaks set up ground shipping rates for record 2025

Fuel surcharge pressures and new rounding rules are challenging shippers ahead of peak season, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

By Max Garland • Oct. 22, 2025

Target taps Chevrolet EV fleet for deliveries in Dallas area

The retailer is pushing to make its last-mile operations more efficient and sustainable via a program using BrightDrop electric vans.

By Max Garland • Oct. 21, 2025

Amazon hiking fulfillment fees in 2026

The e-commerce giant will raise average prices on Fulfillment by Amazon, Buy with Prime and Multi-Channel Fulfillment shipments.

By Max Garland • Oct. 17, 2025

FedEx, Amazon slated for 2025 holiday volume gains: ShipMatrix

Deliveries are projected to jump 5% from last year's peak season, although UPS and the Postal Service volumes are expected to stay flat.

By Max Garland • Oct. 17, 2025

USPS plans to launch 14 new sorting and delivery centers next month

Half of the additions will be in California as the agency further consolidates work handled by delivery units into larger facilities.

By Max Garland • Oct. 16, 2025

Canada Post workers to scale back strike, shift to rotating stoppages

While the nationwide disruption is set to end Saturday, the carrier and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers remain far apart in contract negotiations.

By Max Garland • Updated Oct. 10, 2025

With de minimis gone, UPS halts money-back guarantee on US imports

The carrier's suspension of its “Service Guarantee” on Oct. 2 stems from increased risks of delays after the trade tool's elimination.

By Max Garland • Oct. 9, 2025

New York City to expand delivery locker initiative

The LockerNYC pilot program, which is growing to 70 locations, looks to tackle package theft and traffic congestion in the Big Apple.

By Max Garland • Oct. 8, 2025

Kroger to use DoorDash’s DashMart service for delivery

Building on a nationwide partnership announced last week, the grocer will rely on the service’s sites to fulfill groceries and household goods.

By Jeff Wells • Oct. 8, 2025

2025 peak season fees: How FedEx, UPS, Amazon and USPS compare

Major delivery providers have increased the rates of their temporary holiday surcharges compared to last year.

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2025

What Amazon shippers should prioritize this peak season

Being mindful of deadlines, maintaining minimum inventory and providing accurate delivery windows is key to meeting holiday demand, experts said at Amazon Accelerate 2025.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 3, 2025

Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2026

Next year’s trade shows will showcase resilience strategies, technology adoption and talent development as companies contend with tariff volatility and other challenges. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025

Poshmark taps USPS Ground Advantage for lower shipping rates

The fashion resale marketplace, which previously used Priority Mail, said delivery fees are the lowest they've been since 2017 due to the shift.

By Max Garland • Oct. 1, 2025

Amazon Shipping preps higher peak season surcharges

The fees, which commence Oct. 26, include per-package fees and levies for shipments that are large or require additional handling.

By Max Garland • Sept. 30, 2025

Why this kids subscription box service shifted to Amazon Shipping

The e-commerce giant’s offering is helping KiwiCo improve delivery speed while reducing costs, the toy company's VP of Operations Rick Zumpano said.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 29, 2025

BarkBox owner switches to Amazon for shipping

Bark made the jump to mitigate rising delivery costs and speed up transit times, per Chief Supply Chain Officer James O'Leary.

By Max Garland • Sept. 29, 2025

Canada Post workers go on strike, carrier shuts down operations

Deliveries are halted due to the work stoppage, which started after Canada's government announced reforms for the beleaguered carrier.

By Max Garland • Sept. 26, 2025

UPS buyouts: Experts weigh impacts, risks

As the carrier trims its driver and management ranks, it could suffer from heightened overtime reliance and the loss of veteran knowledge.

By Max Garland • Sept. 24, 2025

UPS adds surcharges to various US import, export services

The fees, active during the peak holiday shipping season, will build upon the pricing pressures shippers are set to face during the critical Q4 stretch.

By Max Garland • Sept. 19, 2025

FedEx advances Amazon onboarding, touts new customer wins

The large-package delivery deal with the e-commerce giant will be fully ramped up by FedEx's fiscal third quarter, Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere said.

By Max Garland • Sept. 19, 2025

Parcel carrier Veho launches coverage in Southern California

The fast-growing delivery provider has begun operating in Los Angeles, Long Beach, Orange County and the Inland Empire ahead of a wider state expansion.

By Max Garland • Sept. 17, 2025