UPS, Overstock to launch returns pilot program

The initiative is one of several pilots the delivery giant is running as part of its planned logistics-as-a-service offering.

By Max Garland • Nov. 4, 2022

Shopify begins fulfillment network unification with Deliverr

Combining network’s capabilities will allow the e-commerce company to operate regional hubs serving various supply chain functions, including cross-docking and multichannel distribution.

By Max Garland • Nov. 3, 2022

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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

Maersk expands air cargo services with 2 weekly US-Korea flights

The flights come as the carrier looks to scale its air cargo operations with new hubs and aircraft.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 2, 2022

Transport constraints force Tesla to rethink production schedule

The EV maker is transitioning to a more evenly spread schedule throughout the quarter to avoid logistics capacity strains.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 1, 2022

UPS plans logistics-as-a-service offering to build out revenue streams

The company will coalesce capabilities of several disparate services, such as Roadie, Coyote Logistics and Delivery Solutions.

By Max Garland • Nov. 1, 2022

FedEx preps for moderate peak season with space to add new customers

The company will continue to onboard during the holidays thanks to “a little flex in the network," Chief Customer Officer Brie Carere told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • Oct. 31, 2022

Amazon’s cost savings plan runs into holiday pressures

The retailer fell half a billion dollars short of its cost-cutting goal this past quarter, and Q4 isn't expected to add much progress.

By Max Garland • Oct. 28, 2022

UPS and FedEx rate increases are coming. Here’s how shippers can prepare.

Experts note that shipping rates are negotiable, but how amenable the delivery giants will be to concessions is up for debate.

By Max Garland • Oct. 26, 2022

UPS expects holiday package surge to peak later this year

The logistics giant also has more capacity freed up as top customer Amazon delivers more of its own orders, according to CEO Carol Tomé.

By Max Garland • Oct. 25, 2022

Amazon Air to add 10 freighters operated by Hawaiian Airlines

The aircraft will be the largest in the online retail giant’s fleet, allowing it to deliver more packages per flight, an executive said.

By Max Garland • Oct. 24, 2022

UPS mirrors FedEx with 6.9% rate hike

The increase for the logistics giant's Ground, Air and International services will take effect Dec. 27.

By Max Garland • Oct. 24, 2022

Amazon to double Europe EV fleet by 2025

The online retail giant is investing 1 billion euros to advance its sustainable transportation goals in Europe.

By Max Garland • Oct. 21, 2022

Port of LA cargo volumes drop as ongoing labor talks deter some shippers

The port handled 21.5% fewer containers last month compared to September 2021, and the ship backlog has receded.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 20, 2022

UPS to pay $5.3M in EPA settlement over alleged hazardous waste violations

The parcel delivery giant has three years to come into compliance at more than 1,000 facilities nationwide.

By Max Garland • Oct. 20, 2022

Amazon extends UPS as option for seller-fulfilled returns

Amazon previously told merchants the partnership would add convenience and encourage shoppers to buy more.

By Max Garland • Oct. 19, 2022

California to fund $1.2B in port improvement projects

Most of the money will pay for upgrades at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 19, 2022

GLS adds automated sortation systems to hubs in California, Las Vegas

Smaller parcel carriers’ growth outpaced their larger competitors last year, highlighting the urgency of improving throughput.

By Max Garland • Oct. 18, 2022

Hurricane Ian damage largely spares supply chains

Although some businesses will see delays, the disruption isn't expected to compare to the Texas deep freeze last February.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 18, 2022

Airport-adjacent facilities outpace market average in rent prices: CBRE

Prices will exceed market averages for the foreseeable future, according to an executive with the real estate firm.

By Max Garland • Oct. 18, 2022

How digitally transforming your business will revolutionize your operations

Qualcomm IoT platforms are transforming businesses across the supply chain industry. Here’s a breakdown of how we are helping businesses across the supply chain industry take part in the digital revolution.

Oct. 17, 2022

How the trucking industry is helping feed a million Floridians after Hurricane Ian

Operation BBQ Relief drew volunteer drivers from across the country to deliver much-needed food supplies in the storm’s aftermath.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 12, 2022

FedEx Ground to lower peak season volume forecasts

The logistics giant predicts it will handle a lower number of shipments over the holidays as retailers grapple with economic turmoil. 

By Max Garland • Oct. 10, 2022

Creating a more flexible and resilient supply chain starts with identifying key risk exposures

With access to the right expertise and advanced technology, organizations can develop a meaningful action plan for rethinking their supply chain.

Oct. 10, 2022

FedEx Express pilots union eyes speedy mediation process, but is ‘not going to settle’

The union hopes to negotiate improvements to its pension plan, Capt. Chris Norman told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2022

Amazon ends field tests for delivery bot Scout

The program, which debuted in a Washington state neighborhood in 2019, wasn't meeting customers' needs, a company spokesperson said.

By Max Garland • Oct. 7, 2022