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UPS’ Roadie expands Parts Town’s same-day delivery reach
The distributor can now deliver parts up to 50 miles within two hours.
By Max Garland • May 30, 2024 -
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‘Unprecedented’: Shipping group frets over USPS’ planned price hike
The Package Shippers Association said regulators should assess if there is enough competition for Parcel Select, a delivery service slated for a 25% average increase.
By Max Garland • May 29, 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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Where USPS’ network overhaul stands after consolidation pause
The agency will continue work this year at several existing and operating facilities throughout the country.
By Max Garland • May 29, 2024 -
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Forum Mobility breaks ground on Port of Long Beach charging station
The facility will be equipped with 44 dispensers to power trucking fleets, including Amazon's.
By S.L. Fuller • May 24, 2024 -
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Williams-Sonoma makes strides in delivery efficiency
The retailer limited instances of shipments originating from out-of-market areas and multiple deliveries per order in Q1.
By Max Garland • May 24, 2024 -
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1-800-Flowers.com offsets delivery rate hikes with logistics optimization
The gift provider's efforts include placing inventory closer to end customers as it looks to mitigate fuel surcharges and other fees.
By Max Garland • May 23, 2024 -
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Toyota debuts renewable energy system at Port of Long Beach
The resources generated by the new system will support Toyota Logistics Services’ vehicle-processing and distribution center at the port.
By S.L. Fuller • May 23, 2024 -
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Shipping carrier diversification benefits Lulus in Q1
The fashion brand has added more delivery providers in recent quarters to offset rising shipping costs.
By Max Garland • May 23, 2024 -
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Delivery carrier SpeedX pursues growth with zone-skipping service
The company expects to triple or quadruple its volumes this year as it competes with the likes of FedEx and UPS.
By Max Garland • May 22, 2024 -
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Big Y names VP of logistics, distribution
Starting at the end of May, Eric Swensen will oversee self-distribution operations with a focus on fresh and local products.
By Peyton Bigora • May 20, 2024 -
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Walmart fires back at Amazon in fast delivery race
The retailer delivered 4.4 billion items over the past 12 months with either same-day or next-day speeds.
By Max Garland • May 20, 2024 -
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DHL Supply Chain names new CEO of North America
Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.
By Kelly Stroh • May 17, 2024 -
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FedEx to pursue air network changes post-USPS contract, CFO says
While the company will still have daytime flight operations, it "will not be as wedded to" that area after the deal expires.
By Max Garland • May 17, 2024 -
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East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations to start soon
Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.
By Max Garland • May 16, 2024 -
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Maersk expands air cargo footprint with Miami hub
The 90,000-square-foot facility aims to help improve connectivity to markets in Latin America.
By Kelly Stroh • May 16, 2024 -
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Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods
Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • May 16, 2024 -
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Alibaba.com plans to expand reach of Logistics Marketplace
The company wants to add origin countries beyond China to the recently launched offering as it looks to gain traction in a crowded market.
By Max Garland • May 15, 2024 -
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Baltimore bridge collapseHow supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse
C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.
By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024 -
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USPS pauses processing network consolidation until 2025
The agency halted the transfer of some operations at local plants to regional hubs amid lawmaker scrutiny and service woes.
By Max Garland • May 14, 2024 -
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Walmart streamlines fulfillment with third consolidation center
The facility places suppliers' less-than-truckload shipments into truckload hauls before sending them off to regional distribution centers.
By S.L. Fuller • May 13, 2024 -
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Deep DiveUPS and FedEx battle over small business customers while Amazon looms
The delivery rivals are fighting to gain share in the lucrative volume segment as their relationships with larger shippers evolve.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2024 -
Shippers, forwarders jump on air cargo peak season planning
The race to secure market share is driven by looming e-commerce demand and rate changes sparked by conflict in the Red Sea.
By Kelly Stroh • May 13, 2024 -
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USPS plans 25% average price hike for Parcel Select shippers
The ground delivery offering has been the target of controversial changes that would impact key shipping partners like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2024 -
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High port volumes expected for 2024’s peak season
Consumer spending will drive 2 million-plus TEUs of monthly loaded imports at the nation’s top ports through October, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates project.
By Edwin Lopez • May 10, 2024 -
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Union Pacific launches premium service between Southern California and Chicago
The railroad's new domestic intermodal route cuts transit times from five to three days.
By Larry Avila • May 8, 2024
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