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Effective tariff mitigation requires strong industry connections: former CBP director
Engaging with customs brokers, industry trade associations and consultants is key, per Richard DiNucci, who is now a senior international trade advisor at Venable LLP.
By Kelly Stroh , Philip Neuffer • Oct. 28, 2025 -
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UPS job cuts reach 34K this year, aided by driver buyouts
The delivery giant has also shuttered 93 buildings in 2025 as it adjusts its U.S. network to a reduction in Amazon volume.
By Max Garland • Oct. 28, 2025 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive
Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.
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Amazon unveils 3 new systems to boost its fulfillment, delivery network
A multiarmed robotics system, an agentic AI model and smart glasses for drivers build upon other technologies the e-commerce giant has revealed this year.
By Max Garland • Oct. 27, 2025 -
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US inks Southeast Asia trade pacts, touts China negotiation progress
The White House reached reciprocal tariff deals or frameworks with Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Malaysia while hinting at a potential trade truce with China.
By Max Garland , Antone Gonsalves , Philip Neuffer , Kelly Stroh • Oct. 27, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump to raise Canada tariffs by 10%
The announcement comes days after trade talks with Canada were suspended over an anti-tariff TV ad featuring parts of a 1987 speech by then-U.S. President Ronald Reagan.
By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 25, 2025 -
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US reviews China’s compliance with 2020 trade pact
The White House opened a Section 301 investigation examining whether China fulfilled provisions within an agreement signed during the first Trump administration.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 24, 2025 -
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Deep DiveUP, NS say a merger will cut carload transit times. Shippers aren’t convinced.
Carload trip duration and equipment utilization haven’t improved meaningfully despite several other mergers in the last few decades, one expert said.
By Bill Stephens • Oct. 24, 2025 -
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Ahold Delhaize invests $860M to build North Carolina distribution center
The facility will primarily support the Food Lion banner and marks the company’s fourth facility in the state.
By Peyton Bigora • Oct. 24, 2025 -
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Amazon links up with USPS for doorstep returns
Pickups from the Postal Service have been available for some customers since this summer, per the e-commerce giant.
By Max Garland • Oct. 23, 2025 -
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How UPS, FedEx and DHL Express handle customs hangups post-de minimis
As parcel carriers try to help shippers navigate U.S. regulatory changes, experts say there are ways to limit negative customs outcomes, such as package disposals.
By Max Garland • Oct. 22, 2025 -
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Old Dominion Freight Line plans 4.9% rate increase
The change will occur Nov. 3 due to factors such as rising costs in real estate, new equipment and employee compensation packages, the LTL carrier said.
By David Taube • Oct. 22, 2025 -
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FedEx, UPS pricing tweaks set up ground shipping rates for record 2025
Fuel surcharge pressures and new rounding rules are challenging shippers ahead of peak season, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By Max Garland • Oct. 22, 2025 -
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US weighs 100% tariffs on Nicaragua under Section 301
The Trump administration is also proposing to suspend all or some applications of CAFTA-DR benefits to the country, such as tariff concessions.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 21, 2025 -
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Some employers skip the upskilling, use AI to replace workers
However, small- and medium-sized employers might become the “backbone” of upskilling as the market shifts, according to the British Standards Institution.
By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 21, 2025 -
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Target taps Chevrolet EV fleet for deliveries in Dallas area
The retailer is pushing to make its last-mile operations more efficient and sustainable via a program using BrightDrop electric vans.
By Max Garland • Oct. 21, 2025 -
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Supreme Court urged to block Trump’s tariffs ahead of November hearing
Small businesses and states suing the president claimed levies implemented under a 1977 emergency powers act amounted to a $3 trillion tax increase on Americans.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 21, 2025 -
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Wayfair to shutter Kentucky plant as part of logistics network revamp
The closure will impact more than 200 employees who will be laid off in phases, starting Jan. 1.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 20, 2025 -
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US formalizes tariffs on trucks, buses
Duties of 25% on trucks and 10% on buses begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers — including automakers — may qualify for cost offsets.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2025 -
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Amazon hiking fulfillment fees in 2026
The e-commerce giant will raise average prices on Fulfillment by Amazon, Buy with Prime and Multi-Channel Fulfillment shipments.
By Max Garland • Oct. 17, 2025 -
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FedEx, Amazon slated for 2025 holiday volume gains: ShipMatrix
Deliveries are projected to jump 5% from last year's peak season, although UPS and the Postal Service volumes are expected to stay flat.
By Max Garland • Oct. 17, 2025 -
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Shippers expect a holiday peak season despite frontloading efforts: JB Hunt
A large amount of freight that was imported to avoid tariffs still hasn’t moved through the inland supply chain, per EVP of Sales and Marketing Spencer Frazier.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 17, 2025 -
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Deep Dive // Trump tariffsWhat tools does Trump have to impose tariffs?
Use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act will soon face Supreme Court review. Here are other mechanisms the president can use to hike duties.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 16, 2025 -
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Lovesac sees ‘strong progress’ from 4-step tariff plan
The furniture retailer’s strategy includes price hikes, supplier negotiations and diversifying its sourcing footprint beyond China.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 16, 2025 -
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USPS plans to launch 14 new sorting and delivery centers next month
Half of the additions will be in California as the agency further consolidates work handled by delivery units into larger facilities.
By Max Garland • Oct. 16, 2025 -
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Ocean rates hit lowest levels since late 2023
The dip in prices comes as maritime shippers contend with U.S. fees on China-linked vessels and a ceasefire pact that could help reopen Red Sea transport.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 15, 2025
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