Supreme Court Decision Clarifies Status of Delivery Drivers as Transportation Workers
In a notable Supreme Court ruling, written by Chief Justice John Roberts, it was unanimously decided that truck drivers hauling products like bread are in the transportation sector, not bakery workers.
Shipping Costs Rising in Select L.A. County ZIP Codes
If you're using FedEx or UPS for shipping, especially in Los Angeles County, keep an eye on your bills – they're about to go up.
FedEx's Potential Profit Boost is From Rethinking the Postal Partnership
FedEx might actually benefit from losing its colossal contract with the U.S. Postal Service, according to Brandon Oglenski, an analyst at Barclays Bank.
Fast-Fashion Giants Shein and Temu Disrupt Global Air Cargo Industry
The rise of fast-fashion e-commerce giants like Shein and Temu is shaking up the global air cargo sector, according to industry insiders.
DeliverDirect is Revolutionizing E-Commerce Shipping with Delta Cargo and SmartKargo Partnership
Efficiency in e-commerce shipping is crucial, and Delta Cargo and SmartKargo have joined forces to tackle common pain points for small parcel shippers.
UPS Expands Saturday Home Delivery Service Across Canada
Oh, Canada! UPS is launching a new Saturday home delivery service in key Canadian markets, starting with Toronto and expanding to Greater Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, and Laval by March.
UPS Plans to Cut 12,000 Jobs in Cost-Saving Effort Amid Revenue Decline
UPS is set to cut 12,000 jobs in a cost-saving move aimed at reducing expenses by $1 billion.
Walmart's Major Drone Delivery Expansion
Walmart has unveiled its largest drone delivery expansion plan, covering 1.8 million households in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Walmart Aims to Empower Employees in Expanding Last-Mile Delivery Services
Walmart is planning to increase the involvement of its employees in making last-mile deliveries as it expands its third-party fulfillment capabilities, according to President and CEO Doug McMillon.
U.S. Postal Service Ends Holiday Surcharges for Competitive Edge
The U.S. Postal Service has announced that it will not impose peak season surcharges during the upcoming holiday season.
Walmart Teams Up with Alphabet's Wing for Drone Delivery Expansion in Dallas Metro Area
Walmart is expanding its drone delivery service by partnering with Wing Team, powered by Alphabet (Google's parent company).
Delivery Providers Pickup Now and Point Pickup Merge to Create a Comprehensive 'One-Stop Shop
Delivery providers Point Pickup Technologies and Pickup Now have merged to create a unified source for nationwide on-demand deliveries.
4 Factors Driving Food and Beverage Producers Toward Expanding Drop-Trailer Shipping
Despite significant changes in consumer lifestyles during the pandemic, the trend of increased beverage consumption between Memorial Day and Labor Day has persisted.
Postal Service Slashes Air Cargo by 90% in 2-Year Cost-Cutting Drive
The U.S. Postal Service has drastically decreased its air cargo shipments by 90% over a two-year period, leading to an estimated $1 billion in annual transportation cost savings, according to U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy.
Alibaba's Cainiao Introduces Half-Day Express Delivery in 8 Major Cities to Boost Consumption
Alibaba's logistics arm, Cainiao Network, has introduced its half-day express delivery service in eight major Chinese cities, including Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen.
Amazon Accelerates Fast-Delivery Capabilities in the Post-COVID Era
Amazon.com Inc. is doubling down on its fast-delivery capabilities for its Prime service following a temporary slowdown during the pandemic.
Unwavering Shipper Loyalty Remains Amidst Looming UPS Strike Threats
Despite the looming threat of a UPS strike, many companies have not shifted their package volumes to other carriers.
OnTrac Expands Delivery Services to Texas, Reaching 80% of the U.S. Population Across 31 States
OnTrac, an e-commerce parcel carrier, has expanded its delivery network into major Texas markets, including Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio.
Possibility of UPS Strike Triggers Changes in Logistics Sector as Negotiations Continue
As negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters Union continue, the possibility of a strike is already having an impact on the logistics sector.
UPS Negotiations Resume as Shippers Hope for Resolution on Part-Time Employee Pay Issue
Negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters Union have resumed after a pause, bringing hope to UPS shippers.