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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 Max Garland • 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 Kelly Stroh • March 17, 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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Amazon launches 1-hour, 3-hour delivery options
The offerings, now available in select cities and towns, feature a "supercenter" product assortment as the e-commerce giant battles competitors like Walmart.
By Max Garland • March 17, 2026 -
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Inside FedEx’s reusable shipper rollout
Years in the making, Returnity collaborated with the logistics giant on a specialized design that’s meant to be durable, tamper-resistant, collapsible, automation-friendly, and easy to scan and unpack.
By Maria Rachal • March 16, 2026 -
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US finalizes reciprocal trade deal with Ecuador
The pact applies a most-favored-nation rate to imports of flowers, coffee, fruits and other goods from Ecuador.
By Phil Neuffer • March 16, 2026 -
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US opens forced-labor probe into 60 trading partners
The Section 301 investigation targets some of the U.S.’ top economic partners, including Canada, the European Union and Mexico.
By Antone Gonsalves • March 13, 2026 -
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CBP is working on 4-step tariff refund process
The agency detailed progress it’s made developing a dedicated system to process refunds for International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariffs in a court filing.
By Phil Neuffer • March 13, 2026 -
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FedEx, UPS up fuel fees, levy Middle East surcharges amid Iran war
Parcel shippers should continue to expect price volatility and targeted surcharges as the conflict continues, an expert said.
By Max Garland • March 13, 2026 -
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How the Iran conflict is impacting global ocean shipping flows
Red Sea market recovery has been pushed back while congestion could lead to surcharges, Vespucci Maritime CEO Lars Jensen said at TPM26 by S&P Global.
By Kelly Stroh • March 11, 2026 -
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De minimis: Case aiming to revive exemption can proceed, court rules
The lawsuit, which challenged the Trump administration’s elimination of the trade tool, was paused until the Supreme Court ruled on the president’s tariff authority.
By Max Garland • March 10, 2026 -
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General Mills taps interim CSCO for top supply chain post
Company veteran Jonathan Ness will oversee global supply chain operations and report directly to the CEO.
By Antone Gonsalves • March 10, 2026 -
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Campbell’s promotes supply chain head Cassandra Green to CSCO
Green steps into a top leadership role focused on logistics and planning, procurement, manufacturing and food safety and quality.
By Antone Gonsalves • March 10, 2026 -
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Urban Outfitters builds out second phase of automation in Kansas City facility
The distribution center, which supports its Nuuly rental brand, will accelerate its digital business and deliver expected gains in delivery and logistics.
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Iran conflict tests 2026 air cargo outlook
The U.S. air freight market faces vulnerability as some Middle East corridors are critical for pharmaceuticals and retail volumes, Chief Airfreight Officer Niall van de Wouw said.
By Kelly Stroh • March 9, 2026 -
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UPS’ future is less e-commerce, more SMB, B2B and healthcare
The carrier is pursuing growth in high-value verticals as major customer Amazon pulls shorter-distance shipments into its own network.
By Max Garland • March 9, 2026 -
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Sponsored by LoopTurning logistics data into a massive competitive advantage
The newly released Gartner® Market Guide for FAP Providers highlights the rising use of AI to accelerate the audit process. However, the conversation must evolve.
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CBP says it can’t comply with court order for tariff refunds yet
The agency is confident it can implement a process that streamlines returns for now-defunct Trump administration levies in 45 days, according to a court filing.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated March 9, 2026 -
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States sue Trump in bid to halt 10% global tariff
A lawsuit from more than 20 states argues the president overstepped his authority by failing to meet a never-before-used statute's requirements.
By Phil Neuffer • March 6, 2026 -
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Target readies next-day delivery for 20 more metros this spring
The retailer expects to boost its supply chain spending this year as it rolls out more shipping options in California, Texas and other states.
By Max Garland • March 5, 2026 -
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Hormel Foods faces transportation cost pressures
Tighter freight capacity in fiscal Q1 led to higher logistics expenses as the company continues to deal with elevated beef and pork prices.
By Alejandra Carranza • March 5, 2026 -
Canada Post contract voting dates set, along with strike vote
A strike mandate would offer extra leverage for the union if the proposed deals are rejected, but one expert said shippers shouldn't be worried about the procedure.
By Max Garland • March 4, 2026 -
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US to hike global tariff to 15% ‘sometime this week,’ Bessent says
The Treasury Secretary also said he expects tariff rates struck down by the Supreme Court to return within the next five months, following ongoing trade investigations.
By Phil Neuffer • March 4, 2026 -
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Diesel prices continue upward trend as Iran conflict prompts more constraints
Prices had already been rising for most of the year, but crude oil and shipping routes are facing immediate pressure from turmoil in the region.
By David Taube • March 4, 2026 -
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FedEx hub chemical spill leads to Postal Service shipping restrictions
Priority Mail Express services are embargoed until Friday due to the incident, which temporarily closed part of a key FedEx sortation facility.
By Max Garland • March 4, 2026 -
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Iran conflict snarls 10% of world’s container fleet: ONE CEO
Carriers will begin to reshuffle cargo and prioritize empty vessels, which will impact freight rates, Ocean Network Express executive Jeremy Nixon said at TPM26 by S&P Global.
By Kelly Stroh • March 3, 2026
