Big Y names VP of logistics, distribution

Starting at the end of May, Eric Swensen will oversee self-distribution operations with a focus on fresh and local products.

By Peyton Bigora • May 20, 2024

Walmart fires back at Amazon in fast delivery race

The retailer delivered 4.4 billion items over the past 12 months with either same-day or next-day speeds.

By Max Garland • May 20, 2024

Explore the Trendline➔

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

DHL Supply Chain names new CEO of North America

Patrick Kelleher currently serves as global chief development officer, with his new role starting in July.

By Kelly Stroh • May 17, 2024

FedEx to pursue air network changes post-USPS contract, CFO says

While the company will still have daytime flight operations, it "will not be as wedded to" that area after the deal expires.

By Max Garland • May 17, 2024

East and Gulf Coast port labor negotiations to start soon

Both sides aim to land a new contract before the current deal expires Sept. 30, but strike concerns have shippers mulling mitigation plans.

By Max Garland • May 16, 2024

Maersk expands air cargo footprint with Miami hub

The 90,000-square-foot facility aims to help improve connectivity to markets in Latin America.

By Kelly Stroh • May 16, 2024

Industry leaders react to tariff hikes on China-made goods

Industry member associations expressed disappointment on Biden’s decision to expand Section 301 tariffs.

By Philip Neuffer • May 16, 2024

Alibaba.com plans to expand reach of Logistics Marketplace

The company wants to add origin countries beyond China to the recently launched offering as it looks to gain traction in a crowded market.

By Max Garland • May 15, 2024

How supply chains used FLOW after the Baltimore bridge collapse

C.H. Robinson, ITS Logistics, Home Depot and IMC Companies shared insights on the federal data-sharing platform designed to improve visibility of disruptions.

By Colin Campbell , Larry Avila , Alejandra Carranza • May 15, 2024

USPS pauses processing network consolidation until 2025

The agency halted the transfer of some operations at local plants to regional hubs amid lawmaker scrutiny and service woes.

By Max Garland • May 14, 2024

Walmart streamlines fulfillment with third consolidation center

The facility places suppliers' less-than-truckload shipments into truckload hauls before sending them off to regional distribution centers.

By S.L. Fuller • May 13, 2024

UPS and FedEx battle over small business customers while Amazon looms

The delivery rivals are fighting to gain share in the lucrative volume segment as their relationships with larger shippers evolve.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2024

Shippers, forwarders jump on air cargo peak season planning

The race to secure market share is driven by looming e-commerce demand and rate changes sparked by conflict in the Red Sea. 

By Kelly Stroh • May 13, 2024

USPS plans 25% average price hike for Parcel Select shippers

The ground delivery offering has been the target of controversial changes that would impact key shipping partners like DHL eCommerce and Pitney Bowes.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2024

High port volumes expected for 2024’s peak season

Consumer spending will drive 2 million-plus TEUs of monthly loaded imports at the nation’s top ports through October, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates project.

By Edwin Lopez • May 10, 2024

Union Pacific launches premium service between Southern California and Chicago

The railroad's new domestic intermodal route cuts transit times from five to three days.

By Larry Avila • May 8, 2024

Etsy pushes for delivery date precision with new machine learning model

The initiative could help the e-commerce marketplace shake its reputation as a laggard when it comes to shipping time frames.

By Max Garland • May 8, 2024

How CH Robinson is using AI to automate logistics management tasks

The broker hopes speeding up responses to emailed quote and appointment requests will improve productivity.

By Larry Avila , Edwin Lopez • May 8, 2024

Amazon extends transition period for low inventory fee

The company said it would credit the fees for a few more weeks, and added some exceptions as it considered ways to incentivize optimal product supply.

By Max Garland • May 7, 2024

Avery Dennison leveraged supply chain resilience to navigate Finland port strikes

The adhesive materials maker leveraged supplier diversification and enhanced inventory strategy to avoid disruptions.

By S.L. Fuller • May 7, 2024

Practical strategies to help boost supply chain sustainability

Implement practical strategies to boost supply chain sustainability while managing print projects.

May 6, 2024

Home Depot on leveraging FLOW

VP Sarah Galica discussed how Freight Logistics Optimization Works strengthened the company's logistics network.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 3, 2024

USPS wants to make controversial changes to shipping partner deals this month

The agency's leader told consolidators on March 27 that he is pursuing agreements within 45 days on a plan that has sparked cost and service concerns.

By Max Garland • May 3, 2024

How Mexico’s presidential candidates expect to leverage nearshoring

Modernizing border crossings, improving legal certainty and improving roads and rail networks were among the ideas candidates raised during a presidential debate.

By Edwin Lopez • May 2, 2024

Airhouse makes ‘major layoff,’ transfers customers to partner 3PLs

The shakeup at the fulfillment provider happened after a potential funding round fell through, CEO Kevin Gibbon announced.

By Max Garland • May 2, 2024