UPS-Teamsters negotiations held up by part-time wages, union leader says

The two sides are far apart in terms of their hourly pay rate proposals, General President Sean O'Brien told Supply Chain Dive.

By Max Garland • July 6, 2023

Ace Hardware announces Kansas City, Missouri, distribution center

The planned facility is expected to enhance the company’s inventory capacity while meeting higher demand.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 6, 2023

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Supply Chain Technology Adoption

Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

US Postal Service cleared to launch Ground Advantage

The new offering, set to debut July 9, is formed from existing shipping services and aims to help it grow package revenues. 

By Max Garland • July 6, 2023

UPS’ chances of averting a strike are shrinking. How should shippers prepare for the worst?

Experts say an Aug. 1 strike isn't a certainty, but customers should still solidify alternative carrier options.

By Max Garland • July 5, 2023

UPS, Teamsters talks hit another roadblock as union blasts ‘unacceptable offer’

The impasse complicates efforts to reach a deal with enough time for union members to vote on it before the current contract expires July 31.

By Max Garland • July 5, 2023

UPS pledges to reach deal with Teamsters by July 5, union says

The vow came along with a revised offer providing "significant movement on wages and other economic language," but the Teamsters say it still isn't enough.

By Max Garland • June 30, 2023

CPKC, CSX to create rail corridor connecting Mexico, Texas and the Southeast U.S.

As part of the deal, the railroads would acquire or operate portions of the Meridian & Bigbee Railroad track between Mississippi and Alabama.

By Kelly Stroh • June 30, 2023

FedEx Express retires 18 freighters as part of cost-cutting initiative

The company plans to remove 29 more aircraft from scheduled flying next fiscal year. 

By Kelly Stroh • June 29, 2023

UPS strike ‘now appears inevitable,’ Teamsters president says

The union called on the company to provide "its last, best, and final offer" by Friday.

By Max Garland • Updated June 28, 2023

US Postal Service weathers ‘unprecedented decline’ in international volume

To combat the drop, the watchdog report suggests the agency develop commercial shipping options and make the postal channel easier to use.

By Max Garland • June 28, 2023

DHL relocates Orlando, Florida, e-commerce facility to handle more volume

The integrator’s eCommerce Solutions unit is moving to a larger site that will double its footprint in the city.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 28, 2023

Trader Joe’s to build 1M-sq-ft distribution center in California

The 104-acre site will have three structures, including a 211,000-square-foot freezer building, and host nearly 1,000 workers, the city of Palmdale announced.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • June 28, 2023

The Home Depot launches $500M cost-savings plan

Savings will focus on fixed operating expenses like supply chain holding capacity amid a decline in sales.

By Max Garland • June 27, 2023

Teamsters want a tentative UPS contract deal within the next week

The union is pushing for a new contract in place starting August 1 and that economic negotiations are off to a slow start.

By Max Garland • June 27, 2023

Amazon wants package delivery help from thousands of small businesses

"Hub Delivery" program partners, which could include small business owners like florists or plumbers, will commit to delivering 20 to 50 packages daily for local customers.

By Max Garland • June 27, 2023

How JB Hunt and Schneider National are adjusting to intermodal uncertainty

Representatives for the carriers say their surplus containers will remain parked until demand recovers.

By Larry Avila • June 27, 2023

Target bolsters last-mile delivery reach with first extension facility

The Smyrna, Georgia, facility expands the retailer’s next-day delivery in the Atlanta market to an additional 500,000 customers.

By Max Garland • June 26, 2023

Teamsters push UPS for ‘big raises’ in next phase of contract talks

Negotiations involving wages got off to a rocky start on Thursday, with the union calling a company counteroffer “appalling.”

By Max Garland • June 23, 2023

Saddle Creek expands with 4 more distribution centers

The new facilities will increase the 3PL’s warehouse footage to more than 33.4 million square feet.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 23, 2023

Amazon reopening Seller Fulfilled Prime enrollment after extended pause

The company paused enrollment in the program due to challenges meeting customer expectations.

By Max Garland • June 22, 2023

Walmart rolls out inventory service for third-party sellers marketplace

Inventory Transfer Services gives sellers the option to send goods to one centralized location and offer two-day to same-day shipping.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 21, 2023

FedEx isn’t expecting a boost from UPS-Teamsters talks

The company is weathering a decline in demand, and relief doesn't appear to be coming from strike-fearing shippers.

By Max Garland • June 21, 2023

DHL rebrands corporate name, e-commerce division

The logistics company is dropping Deutsche Post from its group name and ticker, though the brand will continue on in Germany.

By Edwin Lopez • June 20, 2023

New CH Robinson CEO to leverage global supply chain, logistics management background

Dave Bozeman’s new role will require him to use lessons learned in his prior roles at Ford and Amazon, supply chain academics said.

By Larry Avila • June 20, 2023

GLS expands US coverage through 4 parcel carrier partnerships

The company is linking its network with United Delivery Service, Lone Star Overnight, Better Trucks and Courier Express to reach several new states.

By Max Garland • June 20, 2023