Ameriflight to launch healthcare, e-commerce drone deliveries

The cargo carrier obtained FAA approval and plans to start operations within 90 days.

By Kelly Stroh • June 13, 2023

Deliveries keep getting faster. Will it last?

Shippers adjusted to pandemic-related disruptions to reach customers faster. But shifting shopper preferences and cost-cutting efforts may slow things down.

By Max Garland • June 12, 2023

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Retail Supply Chains

Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Sustainability and green logistics: reshaping the supply chain

The rise of sustainable practices and green logistics is revolutionizing supply chain. Companies are taking steps to reduce their carbon footprint and adopt environmentally friendly practices in their logistics operations.

June 12, 2023

White House comments on port disruptions as trade groups call for intervention

Trade associations were quick to send out a message urging President Biden to push for a labor resolution after several terminal closures occurred over some West Coast ports.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 9, 2023

FedEx to close Mississippi facility, cut dozens of couriers

Some employees will be relocated to a FedEx facility nearby, according to a WARN notice.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2023

UPS drivers will gain ‘millions of packages’ under SurePost deal, Teamsters say

The tentative agreement amid national contract talks would lead to half of SurePost deliveries being made by company drivers, the union's leader said.

By Max Garland • June 8, 2023

DHL relocates e-commerce facility to Kansas City, adds automation

The $18 million investment is expected to help increase throughput with two automated parcel sorters.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 8, 2023

CH Robinson selects Ford executive as its new CEO

Dave Bozeman is expected to take over leadership at the brokerage June 26.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2023

Pharmaceutical supply chains raise data concerns as traceability law nears final step

Companies have had ten years to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, but some fear the industry is not ready for the Nov. 27 deadline.

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • June 7, 2023

Union Pacific, BNSF launch new intermodal services at Port Houston

The rail carriers say added capacity will get consumer goods to market faster, and offer more routing opportunities from one of the nation’s fastest growing ports.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2023

Panama Canal on alert as low water levels could affect transit

The canal authority said economic impact was unavoidable. In response, some ocean carriers have announced surcharges.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 6, 2023

Veho launches service in 11 northeast markets

The next-day delivery provider's expansion makes it a more attractive option for shippers wanting to reach customers throughout the East Coast, its chief revenue officer said.

By Max Garland • June 6, 2023

2 terminals at Port of Long Beach close truck gates

As one gate closure extends until Tuesday, and another pops up in Los Angeles, industry observers warned the sudden closures could lead to congestion and other fallout.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Updated June 5, 2023

Labor disruptions throughout West Coast ports sow uncertainty

Five ports in California and Washington experienced issues Friday as terminal jobs went unfilled. Stakeholders warn ripple effects could be felt in the coming days.

By Edwin Lopez • June 3, 2023

A labor flareup is affecting operations at several West Coast ports

The ports of Los Angeles, Oakland and potentially others are experiencing disruption due to the shortfall. This is a developing story.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • June 2, 2023

Chocolate maker to streamline warehousing, transportation in cost savings push

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory's planned measures include exiting now-unnecessary storage facilities and outsourcing its last mile fulfillment needs.

By Max Garland • June 2, 2023

Logistics providers bet on tech to improve warehouse efficiency

Companies such as Maersk, DHL and SEKO Logistics have piloted new technologies over the past year. Here are 10 stories that show how.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 1, 2023

Serve Robotics to deploy up to 2,000 delivery bots on Uber Eats

The company has a short list of cities it's considering an expansion into as part of the agreement, its CEO said.

By Max Garland • June 1, 2023

Higher shipping costs keep biting into Williams-Sonoma’s earnings

The retailer has shipped from out-of-market distribution centers and made multiple deliveries for multi-unit products in order to reach customers quicker.

By Max Garland • May 31, 2023

FedEx Express, pilots union reach tentative agreement

The deal follows years of negotiations and a strike authorization vote two weeks ago.

By Max Garland • May 31, 2023

UPS, Teamsters agree to new terms for deliveries using the Postal Service

The tentative deal regarding the delivery giant's SurePost service is subject to ratification of the next national contract, which is still being negotiated.

By Max Garland • May 30, 2023

How a DHL center in Seattle moves 4,000 packages daily

A team of 78 at the facility ensures electronics, fashion merchandise and more get delivered in the Emerald City.

By Kelly Stroh • May 30, 2023

FedEx launches tool for shippers to track emissions

FedEx Sustainability Insights is available in the U.S. for all shipments in the company's Express, Ground and Freight units.

By Max Garland • May 30, 2023

Flood of summer air cargo capacity further softens spot rates

With volumes falling for the 14th consecutive month, industry hopes for a rebound ahead of peak season continues to fade.

By Kelly Stroh • May 26, 2023

2 ocean carriers fined for Ocean Shipping Reform Act violations

ONE and Wan Hai Lines paid a combined $2.65 million in fees, and agreed to issue refunds to affected shippers.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 25, 2023