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MSC Air Cargo expands service with third 777 freighter
The new aircraft will support its existing flights and add a new route between Hong Kong and Texas.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2023 -
Teamsters threaten UPS strike in Louisville after layoffs
The union's leader gave the delivery giant until Monday to rectify the situation impacting a subset of workers at a package sortation hub.
By Max Garland • Dec. 8, 2023 -
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Check out 10 of our biggest stories of 2023 so far, as companies pivot to operating supply chains in a post-pandemic world.
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Ocean CEOs vow to decarbonize maritime shipping
Leaders from Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd and other shipping lines called for an end date to building vessels powered only by fossil fuels.
By Alejandra Salgado • Dec. 7, 2023 -
Amazon seller fees target low inventory, inbound transportation costs
The company said the added fulfillment charges will average $0.15 per unit sold once they take effect next year.
By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023 -
‘A massive undertaking’: Singing Machine shifts from in-house logistics to 3PL
The karaoke products company now uses Logistics Plus to save costs after a transition that overhauled its customer fulfillment operations.
By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023 -
NLRB rules against Amazon in New York fulfillment center union organizing case
The National Labor Relations Board alleges the company unlawfully retaliated against some employees, including by changing work assignments.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 6, 2023 -
Best Buy increases reliance on distribution centers for customer delivery
By reducing the share of online orders shipped from stores, the retailer's employees can focus more on customer-facing services, its CEO said.
By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023 -
Sam’s Club adds 2 more distribution centers to its 2024 lineup
The St. Louis and Minneapolis facilities are building on the Walmart-owned retailer’s plan to advance its end-to-end supply chain capabilities.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 5, 2023 -
Union Pacific plans Phoenix intermodal terminal to lure regional shippers
The new service would provide a rail option that connects the Southwest U.S. to Southern California’s top ports.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 5, 2023 -
Wish launches small parcel delivery service
WishPost Smart Parcel will allow shippers who don't sell on the e-commerce platform to use its logistics capabilities.
By Max Garland • Dec. 4, 2023 -
FedEx, UPS snag Black Friday volume share from regional carriers: Shipium
National providers' peak season gains indicate their rate discounting efforts are paying off, the shipping platform's CEO said.
By Max Garland • Dec. 1, 2023 -
Air cargo spot rates perk up in October
While prices are picking up, freight forwarders still don’t expect major improvement in the market until the second half of 2024, according to Clive Data Services.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Amazon ramps up warehouse sublease listings
The company listed roughly 1.5 million square feet for sublease in October, the most in over a year, according to CoStar.
By Max Garland • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Timeline: How Estes responded to a cyberattack
The trucking company actively communicated with shippers during its crisis as the carrier worked to restore its systems.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 29, 2023 -
Why a beverage alcohol distributor launched a 3PL
Ankaa Global Logistics caters its services to suppliers working with parent company Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits or other wholesalers.
By Max Garland • Nov. 29, 2023 -
Auto industry eyes air freight to trim backlogs post-UAW strike
Suppliers and OEMs are prioritizing shipping speed and reliability to aid their supply chain recovery, industry experts say.
By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 28, 2023 -
White House launches DOT Multimodal Freight Office
The office, created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will develop a national multimodal freight network and advance freight logistics improvements.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 28, 2023 -
How a furniture company’s bankruptcy became a logistics nightmare
After Mitchell Gold Co. ran out of cash, logistics partners storing thousands of products were left without payment — and customers were left waiting for delivery.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 28, 2023 -
Walmart adding parcel stations for faster delivery, greater density
The retailer plans to have more than 40 stations, described as mini post offices, in its stores by the end of 2023.
By Max Garland • Nov. 22, 2023 -
How Pitney Bowes is preparing for the 2023 peak season
Much is at stake for the shipping provider's e-commerce logistics segment to reliably deliver for the holidays. Automation will play a big role.
By Max Garland • Nov. 21, 2023 -
Schumer calls for USDA investigation into nationwide milk carton shortage
The New York senator is calling for help “to find packaging alternatives” and resolve the issue. Many point to Pactiv Evergreen as the source of the supply chain snarl, although no official cause has been confirmed.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 20, 2023 -
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UPS expanding childcare program to boost warehouse retention
The initiative at a California hub offers on-site day care in emergency situations, which will expand to more company facilities in 2024.
By Max Garland • Nov. 20, 2023 -
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Corrugated box industry cuts a box’s greenhouse gas emissions in half
Corrugated boxes’ environmental impact substantially reduced, greenhouse gas emissions cut in half.
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After months in limbo, some products from bankrupt Mitchell Gold may finally reach customers
Ryder Last Mile won approval to ship the furniture company’s stored merchandise. End customers would again pay for delivery, but Ryder plans to waive storage fees.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 17, 2023 -
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Port of Brunswick adds Mexico service as Georgia auto shipments skyrocket
Besides the Gold Star service offered by Zim, CMA CGM also started a new short-sea service carrying vehicles from Mexico to the Southeastern port.
By Alejandra Salgado • Nov. 17, 2023