Amazon Shipping readies 2026 holiday delivery surcharges

The peak season fees, which are more expensive than last year's, will reach their highest rate between Nov. 22 and Dec. 26.

By Max Garland • Sept. 3, 2026

Shoppers’ e-commerce packaging priorities shift in 2026: Ryder

Consumers reported a preference for boxes over mailer bags, but reasons have changed, the logistics company found in a survey.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 3, 2026

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Gap, Kohl’s among retailers adding DoorDash delivery option

With the new partnerships, DoorDash said it now has more than half a million products eligible for sub-hour delivery.

By Max Garland • Sept. 2, 2026

UPS launches new global operating model, revamps exec roles

The carrier said it is standardizing key network processes to better serve shippers, with a company veteran leading the charge.

By Max Garland • Sept. 1, 2026

How a New York City bill could shake up Amazon, FedEx delivery operations

Proponents say the Delivery Protection Act will hold Amazon to account, but a report warns the bill could up shipping costs and slow service in the city.

By Max Garland • Aug. 27, 2026

UPS preps higher holiday surcharges for 2026

The added fees, which start as early as Sept. 27, come as the carrier prepares for U.S. volume to jump 24% from Q3 to Q4.

By Max Garland • Aug. 27, 2026

USPS announces 6% rate increase for 2026 peak season

The holiday price bump is set to impact Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and other package shipping services starting Oct. 4.

By Max Garland • Aug. 25, 2026

FedEx’s healthcare leader outlines next steps in sector growth plan

Expanding the carrier's cold chain footprint and attracting more pharmaceutical shippers are among Nick Gennari's priorities.

By Max Garland • Aug. 25, 2026

Walmart expands 30-minutes-or-less delivery as speed woos shoppers

Despite added charges for faster fulfillment, customers are flocking to the retailer's roster of quick delivery options, executives said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 21, 2026

Home Depot rolls out express delivery in 3 hours or less across US

The service covers thousands of SKUs and uses more than 2,000 U.S. stores as fulfillment hubs.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 19, 2026

Amazon to expand drone delivery reach sixfold this year

The e-commerce giant will soon launch Prime Air deliveries in metro Atlanta, Chicago and Cleveland, giving customers another fast shipping option.

By Max Garland • Aug. 19, 2026

Where USPS could benefit the most from AI

The agency sees upside in areas like dynamic routing as it looks to stay competitive among parcel carriers, the USPS' Office of Inspector General said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 13, 2026

UPS rolls out pickup upgrades for small business shippers

The enhancements give customers more control and information when using options like Smart Pickup, a UPS executive said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 5, 2026

UPS, Amazon fuel surcharges help blunt higher costs

Through heightened fees on shippers, top delivery providers are limiting the impact of fuel expenses on their bottom lines.

By Max Garland • Aug. 4, 2026

Walmart, Wing launch drone delivery service in Florida

The offering, which will cover five Orlando-area stores, is part of an expanding partnership between the two companies.

By Max Garland • Aug. 3, 2026

UPS: Over two-thirds of US volume now handled by automated locations

The carrier is increasing its use of automation in a bid to reduce package handling costs and more flexibly adjust capacity.

By Max Garland • July 30, 2026

UPS CEO outlines edge versus Amazon’s competing service

Amazon can best handle lightweight, short-distance volume in urban areas, while UPS has strengths in “every other place," Carol Tomé said.

By Max Garland • July 28, 2026

DHL Express to lower import, export fuel surcharge calculations

The reduction of 2 percentage points runs counter to the fuel fee increases other parcel carriers have installed in recent quarters.

By Max Garland • July 27, 2026

FedEx unveils 2026 peak season fees, higher home delivery prices loom

The carrier's holiday surcharges, which apply across various shipping services, will be higher than they were last year.

By Max Garland • July 23, 2026

Tractor Supply taps Instacart for same-day delivery

The partnership adds to various last-mile upgrades the retailer has deployed in recent months.

By Max Garland • July 22, 2026

USPS launches smart locker service for local transactions

Local XChange offers a secure package storage option for buyers and sellers on online marketplaces, the agency said.

By Max Garland • July 22, 2026

Fuel surcharges wallop FedEx, UPS shippers as Amazon looms

With customers facing elevated fees and seeking discounts, Amazon’s delivery services could impact market pricing in the long term, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

By Max Garland • July 20, 2026

Rapid delivery cements itself as a ‘mainstream’ grocery option, report says

Retailers are partnering with Instacart and DoorDash, while major retailers like Walmart and Amazon operate their own services.

By Peyton Bigora • July 15, 2026

Should the Postal Service reassess its UPS air contract?

The USPS Office of Inspector General suggested the agency consider if a new deal is the best path forward as it struggles to meet minimum volume requirements.

By Max Garland • July 14, 2026

Amazon announces 2026 holiday fulfillment fees, advises early shipping

The company's ongoing 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge will apply to the peak season fees, which start Oct. 15.

By Max Garland • July 13, 2026