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    How FedEx, UPS shippers can limit fuel surcharge pressures

    Securing discounts, trimming overall delivery charges and tapping alternative carriers are among the methods customers should explore, experts said.

    By • April 3, 2026
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    Trump adjusts tariffs for steel, aluminum, copper

    Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods, effective April 6.

    By • April 2, 2026
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    Top 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.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Amazon to apply 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on fulfillment

    The increase, averaging $0.17 per unit for U.S. Fulfillment by Amazon services, comes as supply chains grapple with rising fuel costs tied to the Iran war.

    By • April 2, 2026
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    FedEx’s next AI leap to feature RFID, robotics

    The carrier is scaling its use of physical assets powered by AI to strengthen network reliability and improve connectivity with shippers, a FedEx executive said.

    By • April 1, 2026
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    CBP’s tariff refund process will take up to 45 days to deliver returns

    The agency is on track to begin accepting refund requests by April 20, per a filing with the Court of International Trade.

    By • Updated April 2, 2026
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    Hasbro opens distribution hub to cut costs, speed deliveries

    The Georgia facility will shrink the toymaker’s logistics network while adding resilience and efficiencies.

    By • March 31, 2026
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    Tariff refunds: Court expands scope to include finally liquidated entries

    The Court of International Trade amended a previous order related to now defunct Trump administration tariffs to include all entries subject to the levies.

    By • March 30, 2026
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    Dollar Tree makes distribution, tech upgrades

    As part of its supply chain modernization efforts, the retailer is replacing its legacy systems with AI-powered platforms.

    By • March 30, 2026
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    China opens probes into US trading practices

    The investigations reviewing potential disruptions to global supply chains and the trade of green products come as leaders of the two countries prepare to meet in May. 

    By • March 27, 2026
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    UPS nixes driver buyouts in 13 states

    The International Brotherhood of Teamsters said the decision came after more than 30 local unions filed grievances against the carrier.

    By • March 26, 2026
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    EU parliament approves key terms of US trade deal

    The bloc’s legislative body on Thursday voted in favor of lowering or eliminating tariffs on a range of U.S. goods while also approving key safeguard provisions.

    By • March 26, 2026
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    USPS sets 8% temporary rate hike for some domestic products

    The change, slated to start in April and impact services such as Ground Advantage, is meant to address higher transportation costs for the agency.

    By • March 26, 2026
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    Diesel prices surge even higher due to Iran war, surpassing $5.38

    Per-gallon costs surpassed $5 for the U.S. across all major regions this week, putting additional pressure on carriers and shippers.   

    By • March 24, 2026
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    FedEx taps OneRail to offer 2-hour, end-of-day delivery

    The two companies will connect customers to more than 1,000 delivery providers through FedEx's SameDay Local service.

    By • March 24, 2026
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    Uber bullish on delivery bots and drones despite ‘friction’

    The company's network can tap into more than 1,000 robots in over 10 cities, although aspects of the technology still need "to be ironed out," per its CFO.

    By • March 24, 2026
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    FedEx ramps up healthcare push as part of profit-boosting strategy

    The carrier is emphasizing quality service to attract volume from pharmaceutical shippers, a segment where accuracy and reliability are critical.

    By • March 23, 2026
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    Hugo Boss aims to cut air freight for cost, emissions benefits

    The fashion brand wants air transportation to be an exception in its logistics approach, rather than a regularly used mode of transit.

    By • March 23, 2026
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    Panda Express taps tech, distribution network to keep menu fresh

    The restaurant chain has only six months to lock in suppliers that can scale to demand, Chief Supply Chain Officer Roland Ornelas said.

    By • March 23, 2026
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    FedEx hails most profitable peak season ever amid Network 2.0 shift

    CEO Raj Subramaniam cited close customer collaboration as a strength in the first holiday shipping rush with "meaningful" volume tied to the initiative.

    By • March 20, 2026
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    EU resumes US trade deal with ‘multi-tiered safety net’

    The bloc, which will move forward with two legislative proposals to install the deal, outlined clear mechanisms that could halt its efforts once again.

    By • March 19, 2026
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    Postal Service CEO: Service cuts, price hikes an option absent reforms

    The USPS will run out of cash in about a year unless changes, such as upping the agency's borrowing cap, are made, Postmaster General David Steiner told lawmakers.

    By • March 18, 2026
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    USPS must win higher-value, heavier packages, CEO says

    The Postal Service wants to increase its average package weight to improve its competitive position with FedEx and UPS, Postmaster General David Steiner said.

    By • March 18, 2026
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    Ocado turns to store-based e-commerce fulfillment as it looks beyond Kroger

    The technology company’s exclusive agreement with the grocer ended last year, and now it’s talking with U.S. retailers about its new scaled-down automated system.

    By Jeff Wells • March 18, 2026
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    Amazon overtakes USPS as top delivery provider by volume: report

    The e-commerce giant delivered 6.7 billion packages last year, narrowly usurping the Postal Service, according to ShipMatrix.

    By • March 17, 2026
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    Ocean reliability drives inventory management gains, retailers say

    Dollar General and Ashley Furniture execs outlined how schedule accuracy optimizes production planning and reduces stockouts at TPM26 by S&P Global.

    By • March 17, 2026