USPS warns of Indianapolis, Louisville delays due to facility upgrades

The agency said the installation of new sorting equipment could temporarily disrupt package flows but benefit its peak season operations.

By Max Garland • Sept. 25, 2026

6 food manufacturers talk supply chain tactics

General Mills, Nestlé and more discussed how they are cutting operational costs, navigating uneven freight rates and sharpening demand forecasting at a Barclays conference.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 25, 2026

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Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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Carrier diversity key to holiday success in a high cost environment

Even saving a few dollars per order on shipping fees can free up capital for other parts of a business, UniUni Chief Revenue Officer Sheila Berry said.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 25, 2026

Shippers are exploring port-to-inland transit to de-risk supply chains

Inland routes offer a stable alternative to heavily utilized routes, APM Terminals Mobile managing director Brian Harold told Supply Chain Dive.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 25, 2026

US, China to extend trade war truce by 2 months

The pact reached last year to lower tariffs and suspend other trade actions will stay in effect until Jan. 10, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Fox News.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 24, 2026

Amazon: AI supply chain agents among seller upgrades

The company will offer inbound planning and aged inventory agents as part of a larger push to help sellers grow internationally.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 24, 2026

Lowe’s debuts drone delivery pilot with Wing, DoorDash

The initial rollout at a North Carolina store involves over 100 SKUs and could later expand to other locations.

By Max Garland • Sept. 24, 2026

Amazon debuts direct rail service for Los Angeles-to-East Coast shipments

Standard Ocean Express moves inventory cross-country faster than other options, the company said.

By Max Garland • Sept. 23, 2026

Ocean Spray names chief supply chain officer

Brad Hartzell wades into the role leading operations for the company behind Craisins with 25 years of experience.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 23, 2026

Electronics manufacturers fret over extreme heat disruptions

High temperatures are delaying supplier deliveries and hobbling productivity in the process, per the Global Electronics Association.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 22, 2026

Coca-Cola to spend $10B on US manufacturing by 2030

The soda giant and its bottlers are planning to expand production and distribution in its largest market.

By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 22, 2026

FedEx preps 5.9% rate hike, surcharge increases for 2027

Standard U.S. shipping rates will jump starting Jan. 4, but the package-level impact will vary depending on service used, weight and shipping distance.

By Max Garland • Sept. 21, 2026

When demand won’t sit still: Building a more flexible warehouse network

See how flexible warehousing can help supply chains adapt as demand, inventory and markets shift.

By Joe Greek • Sept. 21, 2026

The hidden cost of operating 2 shipping systems

Freight sat out the shipping consolidation trend. Here's what closing that gap actually looks like.

By Emilie Bingham and Matt Averitt • Sept. 21, 2026

FedEx levies fees on US imports from Canada, Europe and others

The demand surcharges, which also include higher fees for China-to-U.S. volume, will take effect as parcel shippers gear up for peak season.

By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2026

3 tips from Chewy’s COO on gaining a last-mile delivery edge

Personalization and close carrier collaboration can help shippers win in a space where Amazon and Walmart loom large, Scott Anderson told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2026

Diesel prices surge past $6.28 per gallon

A national average delivered another significant jump in record-setting prices.

By David Taube • Sept. 18, 2026

SC Ports, Norfolk Southern’s intermodal service grows Southeast reach

The daily rail service to Huntsville, Alabama, extends the Port of Charleston’s connectivity to more markets, including Middle Tennessee.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 17, 2026

San Pedro Ports seek zero-emission truck usage boost via new incentive program

The proposed program would pay up to $36,000 per year for qualifying trucks that operate at the port complex.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 17, 2026

USPS network revamp challenges on-time delivery from rural areas

An initiative to reduce trips to and from post offices far from major processing facilities has disproportionately impacted rural customers, per an agency watchdog report.

By Max Garland • Sept. 16, 2026

Good Culture names COO to scale supply chain

Kirk Jensen will focus on strengthening supply chain and manufacturing operations at Good Culture to improve availability and speed to shelf for retail partners, CEO Jesse Merrill said.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 16, 2026

DHL Express rolls out heavyweight air cargo service

Heavy Weight Express can handle up to 6,000 pounds per shipment and targets shippers in multiple sectors, including automotive manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 15, 2026

OnTrac aims to turn available capacity into lower delivery prices

A savings tool in pilot testing is part of the carrier's efforts to become "much more customer centric," CEO Mike Brown told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • Sept. 15, 2026

Ocean peak season endures, defying forecast of early end

Shipments may crest in September despite expectations peak season would fade by now, per the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 14, 2026

CBP: Shippers could lose import privileges if customs info is wrong

The agency will void the right to bring merchandise into the U.S for shippers with inaccurate information on file, starting Sept. 18.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 11, 2026