Logistics

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    US exempts 200+ agricultural products from reciprocal tariffs

    Coffee, tea, tropical fruits and fruit juices are now exempt from the 10% global tariff and similar country-specific duties implemented by President Donald Trump earlier this year.

    By , Sam Silverstein • Nov. 14, 2025
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    Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern merger approved by shareholders

    The voting results mark a key milestone in the combination process, Norfolk Southern CEO Mark George said.

    By • Nov. 14, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

    Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Postal Service plans to ‘open up the last mile’ for more shippers

    The agency is fielding talks with UPS, “similarly situated companies” and retailers as it looks to better leverage its network assets, per Postmaster General David Steiner.

    By • Nov. 14, 2025
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    US, South Korea formalize details of July trade pact

    The U.S. reaffirmed its commitment to limit tariffs on imports from South Korea to 15%, including on cars, auto parts and other goods subject to Section 232 levies.

    By • Nov. 14, 2025
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    FedEx details contingency plans after MD-11 fleet grounding

    The company is leveraging its ground transportation network and airlift partners as it awaits inspections of its MD-11s, CFO John Dietrich said.

    By • Nov. 14, 2025
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    Uber Freight, Better Trucks partner to boost last-mile coverage, tech

    The expanded arrangement enables both companies to leverage each other’s service areas and includes Uber Freight taking a minority stake in the delivery provider.

    By • Nov. 13, 2025
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    How GE Appliances is using new tech to fuel a ‘zero distance’ supply chain

    The appliance maker is leaning heavily on automation and other tools as it continues to expand its U.S.-based manufacturing footprint.

    By • Nov. 13, 2025
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    Port of Long Beach cargo volumes duck tariff dips in 2025

    The port is on track to match or exceed the record-setting 9.6 million TEUs it handled a year ago, primarily thanks to shipper frontloading, CEO Mario Cordero said.

    By • Nov. 12, 2025
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    Air cargo rates fall as top trade lanes see ‘subdued’ peak season

    Global spot prices dropped for the sixth consecutive month, and current market signals don’t suggest a near-term turnaround, according to Xeneta.

    By • Nov. 12, 2025
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    Carriers thwarted by lack of pricing from OEMs, Covenant execs say

    Truck-specific tariffs and other duties are complicating order books, stakeholders say.

    By • Nov. 12, 2025
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    DHL Express sees US-bound volume drop post de minimis

    The carrier is focusing on cost savings, growth in other trade lanes and additional measures as the exemption's end shakes up supply chains.

    By • Nov. 10, 2025
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    UPS, FedEx ground dozens of aircraft at Boeing’s recommendation

    The halt to MD-11 flight operations comes after the deadly crash of a UPS aircraft of that type in Louisville, Kentucky.

    By • Nov. 8, 2025
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    Veho, Jitsu and Gofo add capacity pre-holiday shipping rush

    In their push to compete with FedEx and UPS, alternative carriers aim to gain business with more robust processing capabilities before the peak season.

    By • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Keurig Dr Pepper eyes $200M in supply chain savings from spinoff

    The beverage giant is carving out its coffee business, which will focus on sourcing resiliency, manufacturing consolidation and logistics optimization.

    By • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Supreme Court questions Trump’s tariff powers in landmark case

    Several justices seemed skeptical of the Trump administration's claims of broad tariff authority under a 1977 emergency powers act.

    By • Nov. 6, 2025
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    Canada Post rotating strikes: How shippers can limit holiday hurdles

    Amid labor disruptions, businesses using the carrier should prioritize customer communication while securing multiple delivery options, experts said.

    By • Nov. 5, 2025
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    UP-NS merger: Rigorous STB review a must, lawmakers say

    Eighteen U.S. senators signed a letter to the agency warning the combination could weaken competition, raise rates and hurt the agricultural supply chain.

    By • Nov. 5, 2025
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    UPS plane crash kills at least 9, disrupts package sorting

    The incident in Louisville, Kentucky, halted operations at the company's top air hub Tuesday night and could delay some package deliveries.

    By • Nov. 5, 2025
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    Kroger deepens Uber ties amid store-level fulfillment push

    The grocer plans to offer delivery services via the e-commerce company’s platform from nearly all of its stores starting early next year.

    By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 4, 2025
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    Amazon: Better inventory placement fuels record delivery speeds

    The e-commerce giant has reduced its U.S. inbound lead time by nearly four days as it pushes for faster shipping capabilities.

    By • Nov. 4, 2025
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    UPS readies 5.9% rate bump, fee increases on Dec. 22

    The changes, which will impact ground, air and international shipments, mirror the hikes rival FedEx announced earlier this year.

    By • Nov. 3, 2025
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    US to lower China tariffs as part of trade war truce

    The truce also includes de-escalating other trade actions, such as China’s rare earth export controls and U.S. fees on China-linked ships.

    By • Updated Nov. 7, 2025
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    UPS, Postal Service reach ‘preliminary agreement’ in Ground Saver talks

    The carriers have made progress on terms for volumes and rates as UPS looks to tap back into the agency's final-mile capabilities.

    By • Oct. 29, 2025
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    Trucking carriers work to combat soft market

    Less-than-truckload providers are prioritizing profitability over volume to weather the downward freight cycle, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

    By • Oct. 29, 2025
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    US nears trade pact with South Korea

    The two countries have “pretty much finalized” a deal, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday. 

    By • Oct. 29, 2025