Last-Mile Delivery
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USPS to debut weekly fuel fee in 2027, matching FedEx, UPS practices
The surcharge for package shipping services will be tied to diesel and jet fuel prices, which have been climbing this year.
By Max Garland • Oct. 26, 2026 -
Deep Dive
Inside FedEx’s Network 2.0 overhaul
A facility in a Dallas suburb offers a glimpse into FedEx’s newly integrated approach for sorting and delivering packages across the country.
By Max Garland • Oct. 26, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.
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UPS plans 5.9% rate increase on Dec. 21
The carrier's average rate bump will match FedEx's upcoming increase, but UPS also has additional changes in store.
By Max Garland • Oct. 26, 2026 -
Walmart approves 8 more parcel carriers for seller-fulfilled shipping
The retailer's marketplace now allows businesses to use DoorDash, UniUni and others if they are managing deliveries themselves.
By Max Garland • Oct. 19, 2026 -
FedEx, UPS delivery prices set for record-high Q4
Easing fuel prices and a discounting activity rebound offered relief in Q3, but peak season surcharges will turn up the heat, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By Max Garland • Oct. 16, 2026 -
NYC offers $5M to move deliveries away from peak hours
The city wants more commercial deliveries to be made at night to combat congestion, and the funding aims to help businesses achieve that goal.
By Max Garland • Oct. 13, 2026 -
Walmart to expand Wing drone delivery to Denver, Seattle
By next year, the retailer and partner Wing plan to offer aerial delivery from more than 270 stores across the country.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 13, 2026 -
Top supply chain conferences of 2027
Next year’s trade shows will spotlight artificial intelligence and technology insights, sustainability strategies, and how to navigate trade and logistics risks.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated Oct. 12, 2026 -
USPS lengthens some delivery expectations outside contiguous US
Lengthier Ground Advantage and Priority Mail timeframes to and from Alaska, Hawai`i and other areas are more realistic due to distance, the agency said.
By Max Garland • Oct. 5, 2026 -
FedEx rolls out added security option for select deliveries
FedEx Authenticated Delivery requires the recipient to present a QR code upon arrival, which could benefit high-value items like electronics.
By Max Garland • Oct. 2, 2026 -
Not just ocean: How Maersk grew its US logistics capabilities
The carrier operates a robust ground freight network while its e-commerce arm integrates with its contract logistics and air freight services.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 30, 2026 -
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Amazon rolls out new capabilities for bulky package shippers
The company unveiled upgrades for large item deliveries such as pre-negotiated LTL rates and regional delivery pricing during Accelerate 2026.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 30, 2026 -
USPS, Amazon partner on same-day delivery pilot
Through the program, Amazon orders placed later in the day would be eligible for same-day service via the Postal Service, a company spokesperson said.
By Max Garland • Sept. 30, 2026 -
Nordstrom eyes weekend delivery, faster shipping
The retailer, which is looking to offer seven-day-a-week delivery, recently piloted a same-day option in Los Angeles, an executive said at Parcel Forum '26.
By Max Garland • Sept. 29, 2026 -
USPS warns of Indianapolis, Louisville delays due to facility upgrades
The agency said the installation of new sorting equipment could temporarily disrupt package flows but benefit its peak season operations.
By Max Garland • Sept. 25, 2026 -
Carrier diversity key to holiday success in a high cost environment
Even saving a few dollars per order on shipping fees can free up capital for other parts of a business, UniUni Chief Revenue Officer Sheila Berry said.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 25, 2026 -
Lowe’s debuts drone delivery pilot with Wing, DoorDash
The initial rollout at a North Carolina store involves over 100 SKUs and could later expand to other locations.
By Max Garland • Sept. 24, 2026 -
FedEx preps 5.9% rate hike, surcharge increases for 2027
Standard U.S. shipping rates will jump starting Jan. 4, but the package-level impact will vary depending on service used, weight and shipping distance.
By Max Garland • Sept. 21, 2026 -
FedEx levies fees on US imports from Canada, Europe and others
The demand surcharges, which also include higher fees for China-to-U.S. volume, will take effect as parcel shippers gear up for peak season.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2026 -
3 tips from Chewy’s COO on gaining a last-mile delivery edge
Personalization and close carrier collaboration can help shippers win in a space where Amazon and Walmart loom large, Scott Anderson told Supply Chain Dive.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2026 -
USPS network revamp challenges on-time delivery from rural areas
An initiative to reduce trips to and from post offices far from major processing facilities has disproportionately impacted rural customers, per an agency watchdog report.
By Max Garland • Sept. 16, 2026 -
OnTrac aims to turn available capacity into lower delivery prices
A savings tool in pilot testing is part of the carrier's efforts to become "much more customer centric," CEO Mike Brown told Supply Chain Dive.
By Max Garland • Sept. 15, 2026 -
FedEx launches Shopify app to combat surprise import charges
FedEx Duty and Tax, part of the carrier's new suite of global shipping tools, provides a cost guarantee at checkout and covers any overages.
By Max Garland • Sept. 11, 2026 -
2026 holiday delivery fees: Comparing USPS, FedEx, UPS and Amazon
This year's peak season surcharges are pricier than in 2025, placing further pressure on shippers already battered by fuel fees.
By Max Garland • Sept. 10, 2026 -
Amazon projects reduced reliance on USPS, UPS for delivery: report
The company estimates it will deliver over 86% of its own packages next year, per Business Insider, but Amazon cautioned that internal forecasts are preliminary.
By Max Garland • Sept. 9, 2026