Uber bullish on delivery bots and drones despite ‘friction’

The company's network can tap into more than 1,000 robots in over 10 cities, although aspects of the technology still need "to be ironed out," per its CFO.

By Max Garland • March 24, 2026

FedEx ramps up healthcare push as part of profit-boosting strategy

The carrier is emphasizing quality service to attract volume from pharmaceutical shippers, a segment where accuracy and reliability are critical.

By Max Garland • March 23, 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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Hugo Boss aims to cut air freight for cost, emissions benefits

The fashion brand wants air transportation to be an exception in its logistics approach, rather than a regularly used mode of transit.

By Max Garland • March 23, 2026

Panda Express taps tech, distribution network to keep menu fresh

The restaurant chain has only six months to lock in suppliers that can scale to demand, Chief Supply Chain Officer Roland Ornelas said.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 23, 2026

FedEx hails most profitable peak season ever amid Network 2.0 shift

CEO Raj Subramaniam cited close customer collaboration as a strength in the first holiday shipping rush with "meaningful" volume tied to the initiative.

By Max Garland • March 20, 2026

EU resumes US trade deal with ‘multi-tiered safety net’

The bloc, which will move forward with two legislative proposals to install the deal, outlined clear mechanisms that could halt its efforts once again.

By Phil Neuffer • March 19, 2026

Postal Service CEO: Service cuts, price hikes an option absent reforms

The USPS will run out of cash in about a year unless changes, such as upping the agency's borrowing cap, are made, Postmaster General David Steiner told lawmakers.

By Max Garland • March 18, 2026

USPS must win higher-value, heavier packages, CEO says

The Postal Service wants to increase its average package weight to improve its competitive position with FedEx and UPS, Postmaster General David Steiner said.

By Max Garland • March 18, 2026

Ocado turns to store-based e-commerce fulfillment as it looks beyond Kroger

The technology company’s exclusive agreement with the grocer ended last year, and now it’s talking with U.S. retailers about its new scaled-down automated system.

By Jeff Wells • March 18, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

By Alejandra Carranza • Updated March 16, 2026

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

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

Turning 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.

March 9, 2026