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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Inside 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.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Negotiators 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Carranza • Feb. 16, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

J&J Snack Foods to add 3 new distribution centers in bid to simplify network

The snack maker says the new facilities will boost efficiencies by reducing party logistics locations.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 7, 2023

Lunar New Year factory closures curb air cargo rates, demand

Businesses are expected to take advantage of the spot market for the short- and long-term as a way to save costs.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 6, 2023

2023 outlook: Is this the year supply chains stabilize?

Freight rates are finally easing, but geopolitical turmoil and ongoing economic uncertainty continue to create headaches for businesses.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2023

Gap teams with UPS unit to offer small businesses outsourced fulfillment

The partnership allows shippers to access the retailer’s distribution network and gain supply chain capabilities “previously only available to billion-dollar brands.”

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 6, 2023

Tackling returns: an online clothing retailer changes the game

Learn how Bastian Solutions helped one retailer turn returns from a struggle to a reverse logistics advantage.

Feb. 6, 2023

Amazon focused on streamlining operations after reporting unprofitable year

The e-commerce giant is looking to work out kinks in the intersection between its fulfillment and transportation networks. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 3, 2023

FedEx Office to end SameDay City service

The carrier’s retail service unit is ditching what it dubbed “the fastest local shipping option” in large metro areas as the shipping giant looks to reduce costs.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 3, 2023

FedEx to lay off 10% of officers, directors

The cuts will help the delivery giant become “a more efficient, agile organization,” President and CEO Raj Subramaniam told staff.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated Feb. 3, 2023