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Target to roll out drive-up returns nationwide
The retailer expects the offering will reduce expenses for mail-in returns and provide more resale opportunities.
By Max Garland • March 6, 2023 -
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Amazon pulls back from UPS as it builds out logistics empire
While UPS' priorities have shifted, Amazon’s capabilities have transformed. But both face obstacles that could complicate plans to reduce business with each other.
By Max Garland • March 3, 2023 -
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Parcel carriers are transforming and shippers are adapting in the face of both internal and external risks.
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FedEx urges customers to shift volumes from UPS to avoid strike risks
The carrier is telling shippers to act before March 31 if they want to avoid potential disruption this summer.
By Max Garland • March 2, 2023 -
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LaserShip/OnTrac names new CEO
Mike Duffy is currently a board member for the regional parcel carrier and CEO of FleetPride, a truck and trailer parts distributor.
By Max Garland • March 1, 2023 -
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Ameriflight grows expedited supply chain services with cargo drones
The carrier signed an agreement with Sabrewing for 35 eVOTLs as supply chain stakeholders build out their last-mile and express logistics networks.
By Kelly Stroh • March 1, 2023 -
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Amazon closes, cancels more warehouses as cost-cutting persists
The e-commerce giant canceled, closed or delayed 99 U.S. fulfillment facilities, per a firm tracking the company. Amazon disputed its findings.
By Max Garland • Feb. 28, 2023 -
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Walmart’s store-fulfilled delivery sales nearly triple in two years
The retail giant has been expanding its delivery capabilities in recent years amid the e-commerce boom.
By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2023 -
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FedEx Express to lean on third-party carriers for less urgent shipments
The growth in deferred packages has given the delivery giant incentive to overhaul its network in a bid for long-term savings.
By Max Garland • Feb. 27, 2023 -
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Kuehne + Nagel looks to grow share of Southeast US air cargo market
The carrier secured an agreement with a regional Alabama airport as shippers and forwarders continue to avoid larger cargo hubs.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 24, 2023 -
Wayfair cancels plans for Houston fulfillment center
The move adds further evidence the furniture retailer's logistics footprint growth will be limited in 2023 amid falling sales.
By Max Garland • Feb. 23, 2023 -
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West Coast port labor talksNegotiators say longshore contract talks continue, hopeful of deal soon
A Thursday news release marks the first public update on the talks since an intra-union dispute in Seattle complicated negotiations.
By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 23, 2023 -
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FedEx Express pilots union leaders approve strike authorization vote
Although no vote has been called yet, a union representative said customers should know it could happen soon.
By Max Garland • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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Misfits Market to close 3 fulfillment centers following Imperfect Foods acquisition
The online grocer will rely on smaller facilities to service customers as it streamlines operations.
By Max Garland • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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Target plans $100M investment to expand next-day delivery
The retailer will add more than six new sortation facilities as it builds out its stores-as-hubs strategy.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 22, 2023 -
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Convoy to cut jobs, close Atlanta office
The layoffs come as the digital load board provider adjusts its customer service model and pushes profitability.
By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 17, 2023 -
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Shopify to expand program offering better delivery date visibility
Shop Promise has drawn comparisons to Amazon's “Buy with Prime” feature.
By Max Garland • Feb. 16, 2023 -
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How the end of Maersk and MSC’s 2M alliance will shake up ocean shipping
Experts say that the split could prompt capacity shifts and lower rates as competition for customers heats up.
By Alejandra Salgado • Feb. 16, 2023 -
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FedEx preps revamp of operations, networks for long-term savings
As demand plummets, the delivery giant seeks to save billions of dollars through its DRIVE program and Network 2.0.
By Max Garland • Feb. 15, 2023 -
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Pitney Bowes wants heavier parcels in its network to boost profits
With per-parcel revenues and margins lower than planned, the shipping and mailing company is looking to tip the scales back in its favor.
By Max Garland • Feb. 14, 2023 -
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Amazon pulls back on cargo operations with contractor ATSG
Fellow contractor Sun Country also reported reduced earnings and block hours from the e-commerce giant’s cargo operations.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 13, 2023 -
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UPS’ RFID initiative to expand to rest of US network in 2023
The RFID technology eliminates manual scans, reduces misloads and accelerates parcel throughput, executives said.
By Max Garland • Feb. 10, 2023 -
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FedEx Express, pilots union make progress in federal mediation talks
The focus of the contract negotiations now center on pay and contract duration after the parties came to an agreement on retirement issues.
By Max Garland • Feb. 9, 2023 -
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MightyFly unveils second-generation drone for express logistics
Over the next year, MightyFly intends to secure business partnerships for proof-of-concept delivery services.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 9, 2023 -
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UPS’ Ware2Go expands footprint, boosts services for Amazon sellers
The on-demand warehousing provider now has access to facilities in Baltimore, Las Vegas and Tennessee through a deal with e-commerce platform Whitebox.
By Max Garland • Feb. 8, 2023 -
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FedEx Ground to use Express for Hawaii deliveries, pickups
The move follows a similar shift in Alaska in October and is “based on the unique characteristics of these markets,” the company said.
By Max Garland • Feb. 8, 2023
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