Shein, Temu drive 5% air freight spike in November

Shipments from the fast fashion companies are frequently dominating export routes from China and Hong Kong, according to Xeneta’s chief airfreight officer.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 18, 2023

UPS and FedEx’s tough year in 6 charts

Data shows both carriers faced waning package volumes as pricing power shifted in their customers' favor.

By Max Garland • Dec. 13, 2023

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

6 reasons why global supply chains are shifting

Political risk, emissions and lead times are just some of the drivers pushing companies toward onshoring, nearshoring and friendshoring decisions.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 13, 2023

10 minutes with DOT’s multimodal office head

Deputy Assistant Secretary Allison Dane Camden discussed her background, her new office's staffing and the Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) initiative's progress in an interview.

By Colin Campbell • Dec. 12, 2023

Teamsters, UPS avoid peak season strike in Louisville

The parcel giant reinstated dozens of terminated union workers at a package sortation hub after a call with the union Friday.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 11, 2023

Amazon cuts referral fees for some apparel sellers

The retailer said the changes are meant to improve the speed of delivery and reduce total costs.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 11, 2023

Logistics companies race to adapt to shifting supply chains

Carriers in ocean, air cargo, rail and trucking are launching new services and tweaking their networks amid evolving global trade flows.

By Max Garland , Alejandra Carranza , Kelly Stroh , Larry Avila • Dec. 11, 2023

Can robots help workers meet growing fulfillment demands?

How have 3PLs and retailers used autonomous mobile robots to handle peak season e-commerce growth?

Dec. 11, 2023

MSC Air Cargo expands service with third 777 freighter

The new aircraft will support its existing flights and add a new route between Hong Kong and Texas.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2023

Teamsters threaten UPS strike in Louisville after layoffs

The union's leader gave the delivery giant until Monday to rectify the situation impacting a subset of workers at a package sortation hub.

By Max Garland • Dec. 8, 2023

Ocean CEOs vow to decarbonize maritime shipping

Leaders from Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd and other shipping lines called for an end date to building vessels powered only by fossil fuels.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 7, 2023

Amazon seller fees target low inventory, inbound transportation costs

The company said the added fulfillment charges will average $0.15 per unit sold once they take effect next year.

By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023

‘A massive undertaking’: Singing Machine shifts from in-house logistics to 3PL

​The karaoke products company now uses Logistics Plus to save costs after a transition that overhauled its customer fulfillment operations.

By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023

NLRB rules against Amazon in New York fulfillment center union organizing case

The National Labor Relations Board alleges the company unlawfully retaliated against some employees, including by changing work assignments.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 6, 2023

Best Buy increases reliance on distribution centers for customer delivery

By reducing the share of online orders shipped from stores, the retailer's employees can focus more on customer-facing services, its CEO said.

By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2023

Sam’s Club adds 2 more distribution centers to its 2024 lineup

The St. Louis and Minneapolis facilities are building on the Walmart-owned retailer’s plan to advance its end-to-end supply chain capabilities.

By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 5, 2023

Union Pacific plans Phoenix intermodal terminal to lure regional shippers

The new service would provide a rail option that connects the Southwest U.S. to Southern California’s top ports.

By Larry Avila • Dec. 5, 2023

Wish launches small parcel delivery service

WishPost Smart Parcel will allow shippers who don't sell on the e-commerce platform to use its logistics capabilities.

By Max Garland • Dec. 4, 2023

FedEx, UPS snag Black Friday volume share from regional carriers: Shipium

National providers' peak season gains indicate their rate discounting efforts are paying off, the shipping platform's CEO said.

By Max Garland • Dec. 1, 2023

Air cargo spot rates perk up in October

While prices are picking up, freight forwarders still don’t expect major improvement in the market until the second half of 2024, according to Clive Data Services.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 30, 2023

Amazon ramps up warehouse sublease listings

The company listed roughly 1.5 million square feet for sublease in October, the most in over a year, according to CoStar.

By Max Garland • Nov. 30, 2023

Timeline: How Estes responded to a cyberattack

The trucking company actively communicated with shippers during its crisis as the carrier worked to restore its systems.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 29, 2023

Why a beverage alcohol distributor launched a 3PL

Ankaa Global Logistics caters its services to suppliers working with parent company Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits or other wholesalers.

By Max Garland • Nov. 29, 2023

Auto industry eyes air freight to trim backlogs post-UAW strike

Suppliers and OEMs are prioritizing shipping speed and reliability to aid their supply chain recovery, industry experts say.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 28, 2023

White House launches DOT Multimodal Freight Office

The office, created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will develop a national multimodal freight network and advance freight logistics improvements.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 28, 2023