Tesla enhances auto parts distribution with New York facility

The site will serve as a hub for Tesla's East Coast vehicle parts distribution starting in October.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 8, 2023

Shippers to gain upper hand in winter air cargo contract negotiations

Volumes slid again in July as capacity continued to recover, pushing last month’s general air freight spot rate down 41% YoY to $2.20 per kilogram.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 8, 2023

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UPS prepares to win back volume it lost during Teamsters negotiations

Customers diverted about 1 million parcels daily to FedEx, the U.S. Postal Service and other carriers in Q2 amid strike concerns, executives said.

By Max Garland • Aug. 8, 2023

Stitch Fix closing Pennsylvania fulfillment center as it readies new warehouse strategy

The apparel retailer's founder said closing two U.S. facilities will better optimize its inventory. 

By Max Garland • Aug. 7, 2023

Yellow shutdown may lead to sticker shock for shippers, analysts say

With bankruptcy looming for the major LTL carrier and its low-cost services, shippers will likely see rate hikes for similar services.

By David Taube • Aug. 4, 2023

J&J Snack Foods enhances distribution with Texas cold-storage facility

The 117,000-square-foot storage facility in Terrell will store and ship the food manufacturer's Superpretzel, Icee, Luigi's Real Italian Ice products and more.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 3, 2023

UPS-Teamsters deal: 8 highlights in tentative contract

Here’s a deeper look at the planned changes, including less reliance on the U.S. Postal Service for some deliveries and a bargaining process for drone use.

By Max Garland • Aug. 2, 2023

Railroads, car haulers scramble to meet auto delivery demands

Automakers have complained of delayed vehicle deliveries to dealerships. Rail carriers say they are fixing the problems, while trucking tries to seize an opportunity.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 2, 2023

Yellow ceases operations, bankruptcy expected

The third-largest LTL carrier posted notifications to customers and employees at terminals Sunday.

By Colin Campbell • July 31, 2023

Labor Department launches program to reduce warehouse injuries

Injury rates in storage and distribution facilities are higher than the national average, the department said.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 31, 2023

OnTrac plans delivery coverage expansion to Chicago area

The added reach is expected to go beyond the city itself and into the wider Midwest, its chief commercial officer told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • July 31, 2023

How Amazon reached its ‘fastest Prime speeds ever’ in Q2

A regional fulfillment model, machine learning and the use of same-day delivery facilities helped the company achieve that milestone, an executive said.

By Max Garland • July 31, 2023

Warehouse automation expected to pick up after hitting ‘rock bottom’

E-commerce and warehouse construction activity are showing signs of recovery, which could lead to increased demand for automation tools, according to Interact Analysis.

By Alexei Alexis • July 31, 2023

Amazon opens robotics fulfillment center in Detroit

More than 1,200 employees will help pick, pack and ship items while working "with innovative technology," the company said.

By Max Garland • July 31, 2023

UPS-Teamsters deal: 9 reactions from Biden, industry groups

Federal officials, industry experts and retail groups all expressed relief over the tentative agreement reached Tuesday.

By Max Garland • July 27, 2023

California ports get more than $700M in federal grants

Many of the grants are specifically designed to help speed the movement of goods at the ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach and Oakland.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 27, 2023

Lowe’s expands same-day delivery nationwide with OneRail

The expansion aligns with the company's "Total Home Strategy" to drive long-term financial growth, Chairman and CEO Marvin Ellison said.

By Max Garland • July 26, 2023

Vizient taps DHL Supply Chain for healthcare logistics services

The new agreement helps the healthcare consultancy add logistics services, while DHL Supply Chain gets access to a growing list of clients in life sciences.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 26, 2023

Maersk expands air freight services with Atlanta gateway

The 123,000-square-foot facility is part of the shipping giant’s push to bolster its end-to-end logistics solutions.

By Kelly Stroh • July 25, 2023

Chocolate maker ahead of cost savings schedule as it slashes inventory

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has already achieved 60% of its annual cost saving target introduced last quarter, according to its CEO.

By Max Garland • July 25, 2023

UPS, Teamsters reach tentative agreement on national contract

The tentative deal is a welcome development for shippers, but it still needs to be reviewed and voted on by union-represented employees.

By Max Garland • Updated July 25, 2023

Why some UPS shippers haven’t diverted volume even as a potential strike looms

As many businesses firm up contingency plans, others are maintaining their current delivery activity with UPS, according to parcel shipping experts.

By Max Garland • July 24, 2023

FedEx Express pilots reject tentative contract agreement

The company said the results have no impact on service, and negotiators will eventually return to the bargaining table.

By Max Garland • July 24, 2023

Uncertainty around UPS is ‘kryptonite’ to supply chains, trade group warns

The Retail Industry Leaders Association on Wednesday urged the carrier and the Teamsters, whose contract expires July 31, to get a deal done quickly.

By Daphne Howland • July 24, 2023

FedEx invests in artificial intelligence platform Vue.ai

The collaboration aims to create smarter supply chains by increasing the use of AI among large enterprises.

By Max Garland • July 24, 2023