Last-Mile Delivery: Page 5
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Better Trucks expands delivery coverage into New England
A partnership with Optima Overnight will allow the last-mile carrier to access Boston and other northeast markets.
By Max Garland • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Amazon launches same-day drone delivery in Arizona city
Customers near the company’s Tolleson facility can get thousands of items delivered by air, but there are limitations.
By Max Garland • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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TrendlineInside the trends affecting logistics management
The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.
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FedEx rolls out rate discounts through Pitney Bowes, Auctane platforms
The new agreements advance FedEx's efforts to draw in more volume from small businesses.
By Max Garland • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Wing, Matternet and DroneUp boost drone delivery capabilities
The companies revealed expanded coverage, new collaborations and stronger tech this month.
By Max Garland • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Top UPS shippers temper holiday volume forecasts
A condensed peak season is expected to increase in-store shopping activity, which could blunt home delivery demand.
By Max Garland • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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USPS’ proposed transportation overhaul: 3 takeaways
The plan could disproportionately affect delivery speeds in rural areas, an issue that has raised concerns from stakeholders.
By Max Garland • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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Amazon to end same-day delivery service from retailers’ local stores
The program, called Amazon Today, will operate until Jan. 24 as the company looks to reduce overlap in its fast shipping offerings.
By Max Garland • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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UPS, FedEx shipping discounts counter growing surcharges
Per-package ground parcel rates reached their lowest levels since 2021, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By Max Garland • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Amazon deploying AI tech in delivery vans
Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval aims to help drivers quickly find packages and save time on routes.
By Max Garland • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Amazon Shipping joins EasyPost’s carrier roster
The ground delivery service has grown its base of partners as it looks to attract more volume.
By Max Garland • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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USPS looks to end dual shipping labels
The agency submitted a proposal to eliminate the practice as it transforms its relationships with shipping partners like UPS and DHL.
By Max Garland • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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Save A Lot to open micro-fulfillment center in Brooklyn
The discount grocer partnered with Fabric and Uber and will continue to expand its on-demand delivery operation across New York City.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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DoorDash expands grocery delivery partnerships
The company continues to link up with regional and specialty grocers as it bolsters its delivery services beyond restaurants.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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As FedEx and UPS surcharges grow, competitors see an opportunity
Added fees from the delivery giants are clashing with heightened shipping discounts, but customers have options to limit the impact, experts say.
By Max Garland • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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Pitney Bowes launches e-commerce shipping platform
In a crowded field, the company believes ShipAccel's ability to easily evolve as a user's business grows is a competitive differentiator.
By Max Garland • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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Hurricane Milton’s supply chain impact: What to know
As of Thursday morning, Port Tampa Bay remains closed, while Port Everglades is resuming some operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 10, 2024 -
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UPS prepares 5.9% rate increase starting at peak season’s end
The delivery price hike, which takes effect Dec. 23, is among several tweaks the carrier is planning over the next few months.
By Max Garland • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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Inside UPS’ push to double its healthcare logistics business
Acquisitions and organic growth will help the company reach the challenging goal by 2026, VP Daniel Gagnon told Supply Chain Dive.
By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Amazon wants to hire 250K for the holidays again
For the second consecutive year, the company is planning a major round of hiring to sustain its fulfillment and transportation operations during its busiest quarter.
By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 7, 2024 -
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Hurricane Helene: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service still disrupted
Parcel carriers continued to report delivery delays a week after the storm made landfall.
By Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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Giant Eagle slashing delivery wait times
The regional grocer is expanding its partnership with omnichannel platform Flybuy to reduce wait times for drivers.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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2024 peak season surcharges: Comparing carrier fees
While UPS, FedEx and OnTrac are continuing their annual practice, other delivery providers are declining to add temporary price hikes.
By Max Garland • Oct. 2, 2024 -
Spirit Halloween partners with Uber for on-demand delivery
Consumers can access same-day delivery on the specialty retailer’s products across the Uber Eats, Postmates and Uber apps.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 2, 2024 -
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Top supply chain conferences to watch in 2025
This year’s trade shows will focus on adopting technology innovations, navigating logistics risks and securing new talent.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated Jan. 31, 2025 -
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FedEx opens fdx access to all US customers
The platform for e-commerce merchants features capabilities that support other carriers like UPS and the U.S. Postal Service.
By Max Garland • Sept. 27, 2024
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