Logistics


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    US de minimis elimination upheld by trade court

    The Court of International Trade said President Donald Trump has the authority to rescind the tariff exemption for sub-$800 imports.

    By Aug. 14, 2026
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    Muted air cargo peak season activity signals weaker H2

    Pricing is shifting in shippers' favor, with the global air cargo spot rate down 6% month over month, Xeneta reported.

    By Aug. 13, 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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    Where USPS could benefit the most from AI

    The agency sees upside in areas like dynamic routing as it looks to stay competitive among parcel carriers, the USPS' Office of Inspector General said.

    By Aug. 13, 2026
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    USPS transportation costs climb as it adjusts to UPS contract needs

    The agency's transportation expenses increased year over year in Q3 as it shifted some volume to air cargo handled by UPS.

    By Aug. 12, 2026
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    Amazon combines air, ground operations teams

    The organizational change will drive faster decisions and sharper planning for the company's middle-mile transportation network, an executive said.

    By Aug. 11, 2026
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    FedEx, Amazon pursue expanded use of robotic arms

    FedEx has deployed trailer loading systems at a Maryland hub, while Amazon aims to double its robotic arms fleet this year amid an industry push for automation.

    By Aug. 10, 2026
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    Michael Kors owner says port congestion spurred inventory delays

    Capri Holdings is working to accelerate receipts where possible, turning to air freight and working with freight forwarders to tap faster vessels.

    By Aug. 10, 2026
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    Clorox expects $200M inflation hit, supply chain costs a factor

    Increasing energy, commodity and supplier costs are significant contributors, along with higher trucking, ocean freight and logistics-related expenses.

    By Aug. 10, 2026
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    The everyday decisions cargo thieves are counting on

    Cargo theft is accelerating. Is your securement stuck in neutral?

    Aug. 10, 2026
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    China export frontloading fuels Transpacific trade, Matson says

    The ocean carrier expects its China services to remain at or near capacity through peak season after exceeding capacity in July, CEO Matthew Cox said.

    By Aug. 6, 2026
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    Port of Virginia adds CSX rail service to Indianapolis

    Containers can now move by rail directly into the region, rather than routing through Chicago and trucking south, according to a railroad spokesperson.

    By Aug. 5, 2026
  • A UPS driver makes a delivery on June 30, 2023 in Miami, Florida.
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    UPS rolls out pickup upgrades for small business shippers

    The enhancements give customers more control and information when using options like Smart Pickup, a UPS executive said.

    By Aug. 5, 2026
  • Yellow bins move on a conveyor belt located next to a set of stairs with yellow railings within a warehouse.
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    Behind the scenes of Amazon’s automated Washington warehouse

    Hercules robots and packing technology help power the fulfillment center in Kent. Here's a step-by-step tour.

    By Aug. 4, 2026
  • A UPS driver makes a delivery on June 30, 2023 in Miami, Florida.
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    UPS, Amazon fuel surcharges help blunt higher costs

    Through heightened fees on shippers, top delivery providers are limiting the impact of fuel expenses on their bottom lines.

    By Aug. 4, 2026
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    Amazon taps fulfillment model for dedicated, branded delivery trucks

    Through its Amazon Business segment, the company is rolling out trucks designed for consolidated drop-offs and palletized delivery at loading docks.

    By Aug. 4, 2026
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    3 factors that may shape the air cargo market in H2

    The Iran war continues to drive market volatility while artificial intelligence-related cargo fuels growth on the Transpacific trade lane.

    By Aug. 3, 2026
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    Walmart, Wing launch drone delivery service in Florida

    The offering, which will cover five Orlando-area stores, is part of an expanding partnership between the two companies.

    By Aug. 3, 2026
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    UPS: Over two-thirds of US volume now handled by automated locations

    The carrier is increasing its use of automation in a bid to reduce package handling costs and more flexibly adjust capacity.

    By July 30, 2026
  • Federal Reserve Board Chairman Kevin Warsh departs his first news conference since taking the helm at the central bank on June 17, 2026 in Washington, DC.
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    Fed holds benchmark rate steady in vote with three dissents

    The central bank held the main interest rate steady as inflation remained elevated due to supply shocks across sectors such as energy.

    By Grace Noto • July 30, 2026
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    Caraway Home’s 3PL collaboration drives parcel savings, returns benefits

    A live rate-shopping tool and custom reverse logistics workflow from ITS Logistics is aiding the home goods brand's omnichannel strategy.

    By July 29, 2026
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    How Walmart uses AI to limit weather disruptions in its supply chain

    The retailer uses technology to determine how to reroute or position inventory before severe weather events occur, an executive told Supply Chain Dive.

    By July 29, 2026
  • A person in a UPS uniform walks by a UPS vehicle carrying a stack of packages.
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    UPS CEO outlines edge versus Amazon’s competing service

    Amazon can best handle lightweight, short-distance volume in urban areas, while UPS has strengths in “every other place," Carol Tomé said.

    By July 28, 2026
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    Steel producer uses collapsible containers to optimize transport, lower costs

    Outokumpu's use of foldable containers simplifies the transportation of difficult-to-move scrap steel, per a case study from the Alabama Port Authority.

    By July 28, 2026
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    Trump’s Section 301 tariffs face lawsuit seeking removal, refunds

    Two businesses argue that levies installed to address forced labor regulations are being used as a workaround to replace previously removed duties.

    By July 27, 2026
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    Canadian National won’t fight UP-NS merger under new deal

    The deal would provide Canadian National with access to shipper sites that would face reduced Class I railroad offerings, pending STB approval.

    By July 27, 2026