UPS rolls out temporary facility closures amid network overhaul

The provisional shutdowns are resulting in layoffs across several states, but the carrier said it plans to reopen the sites in 2026.

By Max Garland • Jan. 15, 2025

2025’s logistics risks include tariffs, labor strife

Potential disruptions could pressure costs and reliability across transport modes. Here's what supply chain experts are watching this year.

By Max Garland • Jan. 14, 2025

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Inside 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.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Delivery provider Pandion closing

The company has ceased operations after conversations with investors and potential acquirers fizzled out, founder Scott Ruffin said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 13, 2025

USPS to launch ‘Next Day Priority’ shipping service in 2025

The agency said the offering will reach about 87% of the U.S. daily by sending packages to its last-mile delivery units overnight.

By Max Garland • Jan. 13, 2025

UPS SurePost volume shifts away from US Postal Service, Teamsters say

The move brings millions of packages back into the carrier's network for final-mile delivery, according to the union.

By Max Garland • Jan. 10, 2025

Supply chain management trends to watch in 2025

Retailers and manufacturers will continue to diversify their networks while leaning on new technology to safeguard processes and improve customer experiences. 

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 9, 2025

Costco reports improved big-and-bulky delivery performance

The wholesale retailer’s ability to cut down on delivery times has coincided with an uptick in activity, according to President and CEO Ron Vachris. 

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 9, 2025

2025 brings wave of parcel carrier rate hikes

Shippers are facing price increases and surcharge changes but have room to negotiate discounts.

By Max Garland • Jan. 8, 2025

USPS’ transportation consolidation efforts have hurt service: OIG

The Postal Service's Local Transportation Optimization initiative particularly impacted on-time delivery for rural customers, per an agency watchdog report.

By Max Garland • Jan. 8, 2025

Winter Storm Blair: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service warn of delays

Delivery services across the central and eastern U.S. have been stymied by the severe weather.

By Max Garland • Jan. 7, 2025

Walmart misled delivery drivers on earnings access, lawsuit claims

The CFPB says the retailer deposited Spark drivers' pay into illegally opened accounts without their consent.

By Peyton Bigora • Jan. 7, 2025

FedEx targets growth in 4 customer segments

Network changes and new capabilities aim to snag market share in healthcare and automotive B2B, U.S. e-commerce, global air freight and Europe.

By Max Garland • Jan. 6, 2025

Mexico restricts duty-free apparel imports

The rule change will significantly impact foreign fashion brands and 3PLs using Mexico for de minimis shipments to the U.S.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 2, 2025

Exploring the de minimis exemption’s role in supply chains

The provision has come under fire in recent years, with any potential changes likely impacting manufacturing, parcel shipping and air cargo operations.

By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 2, 2025

Supply Chains 2024: A year in pictures

The industry saw significant upheaval, with a major container vessel crash, natural disasters and port and rail shutdowns. Here are some memorable moments.

By Kelly Stroh , Shaun Lucas • Dec. 20, 2024

FedEx aims for ‘seamless’ customer transition with Freight spinoff

The less-than-truckload unit aims to sustain or improve service levels while also bolstering its sales ranks.

By Max Garland • Dec. 20, 2024

Amazon warehouse workers on strike amid holiday rush

The e-commerce giant said work stoppages at seven facilities have not impacted operations.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 20, 2024

‘The right time’: FedEx will spin off FedEx Freight LTL unit

FedEx Freight will be separated from the parcel giant, creating a new publicly traded company, the board announced.

By Colin Campbell • Dec. 19, 2024

Amazon faces Senate probe, strike threats over warehouse safety allegations

“Our employees’ safety is and always will be our top priority,” an Amazon spokesperson said Monday.

By Caroline Colvin • Dec. 18, 2024

Tractor Supply plans big last-mile delivery upgrade

The retailer’s multiyear initiative will lead to more bulky products delivered via its in-house network, Chief Supply Chain Officer Colin Yankee said.

By Max Garland • Dec. 17, 2024

UPS to hike SurePost rates, delivery area surcharges

The service will see higher increases compared to last year as it navigates higher demand and changes at the Postal Service, which it often relies on.

By Max Garland • Dec. 16, 2024

Best Buy leans on distribution upgrades for faster delivery

The electronics retailer opened a new distribution center in Texas and upgraded technology at a New York facility.

By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 16, 2024

FedEx plans additional surcharge changes for 2025

The carrier is adding a fee for processing inbound U.S. imports and delivery area surcharges for new ZIP codes, among other adjustments.

By Max Garland • Dec. 16, 2024

OnTrac, GLS US announce upcoming rate hikes

The carriers are also implementing higher surcharges as they try to keep pace with FedEx and UPS' price increases.

By Max Garland • Dec. 12, 2024

FedEx, UPS’ 2025 fee hikes will wallop bulky package shippers

Surcharges applied to larger products are outpacing other fee increases, parcel pricing experts say.

By Max Garland • Dec. 12, 2024