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Kohl’s introduces Return Drop service to stores nationwide
In addition to its Amazon partnership, the department store will now accept returns from brands like Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 14, 2024 -
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ILA ‘more likely’ to strike in October as tensions rise
The union representing East and Gulf Coast port workers made the threat Wednesday, while noting wage and automation concerns are behind contract disagreements.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 13, 2024 -
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TrendlineInside the trends affecting logistics management
The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.
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Deep Dive // Baltimore bridge collapseThe Port of Baltimore is reopened from the bridge collapse. How much cargo will return?
With wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse removed, leaders are bullish on the port’s ability to retain customers.
By Colin Campbell • June 13, 2024 -
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How big retailers are battling the last-mile delivery squeeze
Walmart, Target and Kroger executives pointed to price and technology improvements that they are using to offset cost pressures.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • June 13, 2024 -
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De minimis crackdown: What shippers should know
The U.S. government is ramping up enforcement on low-cost goods entering the country, suspending brokers like Seko Logistics from a key import program.
By Max Garland • June 13, 2024 -
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FedEx layoffs: Cost cuts target up to 2,000 Europe jobs
The company aims to slash back-office and commercial roles and consolidate certain activities in the region.
By Max Garland • June 12, 2024 -
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Nippon Express launches Japan-Ohio air freight service
The overnight delivery route aims to service growing automotive demand in the Midwest.
By Kelly Stroh • June 12, 2024 -
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CPKC’s next distribution center to aid automotive growth
The railroad expects the 30-acre facility will help it move finished vehicles more efficiently.
By Larry Avila • June 12, 2024 -
May air cargo volumes rise amid global disruption
Market uncertainty looms ahead of a U.S. crackdown on e-commerce goods from China.
By Kelly Stroh • June 11, 2024 -
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East and Gulf Coast port labor talks stall over automation concerns
The International Longshoremen's Association canceled a planned meeting with the United States Maritime Alliance, citing a local dispute on automated truck gates.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 11, 2024 -
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Border agents reach tentative deal with Canadian government
The union had threatened to strike on Friday if negotiations continued to stall.
By Larry Avila • June 11, 2024 -
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Canadian border agents set Friday strike deadline
The union has renewed its threats to take job action if no deal is reached this week.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024 -
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Chip suppliers feel the crunch as automakers reassess EV plans
Slowing electric vehicle sales in recent months have dampened semiconductor orders and left inventory backlogs growing.
By Kate Magill • June 10, 2024 -
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3PL to open Texas transportation center in Q3
The site will coordinate drayage, intermodal and final-mile services for ITS Logistics’ Fort Worth distribution hub.
By Larry Avila • June 10, 2024 -
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UPS’ Roadie plans expansion for big and bulky delivery service
RoadieXD, which leverages cross-dock facilities for fast shipping from distribution centers, is slated to reach Los Angeles and Chicago this year.
By Max Garland • June 10, 2024 -
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Sponsored by RoadieCross-Docking + Crowdsourcing = An ideal solution for big and bulky delivery
Necessity drives invention in the logistics industry, where shipper needs have spurred everything from container shipping to robotic picking.
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Canada border agent strike averted, for now
The union representing border agents called off job action until further notice as mediated talks will continue until Wednesday.
By Larry Avila • June 7, 2024 -
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Transfix sells brokerage to NFI, pivots its business
The digital firm will focus on selling software as a service.
By David Taube • June 6, 2024 -
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Home Depot expands same-day delivery with Instacart
The move is part of the home improvement retailer’s plan to expand its e-commerce capabilities.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 5, 2024 -
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Ineffective leadership poses biggest people risk to organizations today, HR pros say
Inadequate succession planning and poor use of worker skills are among concerns worsened by poor management, according to a report from Mercer and Marsh.
By Carolyn Crist • June 5, 2024 -
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Flexport expands Convoy load board to brokers
The logistics tech firm says its AI-driven digital platform will lower procurement and load management costs as much as 90%.
By Larry Avila • June 5, 2024 -
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USPS struggles to sway online postage providers on Connect Local Mail
Three of the four companies the Postal Service discussed offering the same-day and next-day service to declined, citing various obstacles.
By Max Garland • June 5, 2024 -
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Amazon Labor Union affiliates with Teamsters
The new affiliation comes as the union has ramped up efforts to organize the retail giant's workers in the past few years.
By Larry Avila • June 4, 2024 -
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AutoZone ups availability with growing distribution network
The auto parts retailer is leveraging its existing network to carry more inventory while nearing completion of additional facilities.
By Kelly Stroh • June 4, 2024 -
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Canada border disruption? What shippers should know about a possible strike
If a strike happens, shippers can expect lengthy delays moving freight on trucks between the U.S. and Canada.
By Larry Avila • Updated June 7, 2024
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