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

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

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

How a furniture company’s bankruptcy became a logistics nightmare

After Mitchell Gold Co. ran out of cash, logistics partners storing thousands of products were left without payment — and customers were left waiting for delivery.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 28, 2023

Walmart adding parcel stations for faster delivery, greater density

The retailer plans to have more than 40 stations, described as mini post offices, in its stores by the end of 2023.

By Max Garland • Nov. 22, 2023

How Pitney Bowes is preparing for the 2023 peak season

Much is at stake for the shipping provider's e-commerce logistics segment to reliably deliver for the holidays. Automation will play a big role.

By Max Garland • Nov. 21, 2023

Schumer calls for USDA investigation into nationwide milk carton shortage

The New York senator is calling for help “to find packaging alternatives” and resolve the issue. Many point to Pactiv Evergreen as the source of the supply chain snarl, although no official cause has been confirmed.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 20, 2023

UPS expanding childcare program to boost warehouse retention

The initiative at a California hub offers on-site day care in emergency situations, which will expand to more company facilities in 2024.

By Max Garland • Nov. 20, 2023

Corrugated box industry cuts a box’s greenhouse gas emissions in half

Corrugated boxes’ environmental impact substantially reduced, greenhouse gas emissions cut in half.

Nov. 20, 2023

After months in limbo, some products from bankrupt Mitchell Gold may finally reach customers

Ryder Last Mile won approval to ship the furniture company’s stored merchandise. End customers would again pay for delivery, but Ryder plans to waive storage fees.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 17, 2023

Port of Brunswick adds Mexico service as Georgia auto shipments skyrocket

Besides the Gold Star service offered by Zim, CMA CGM also started a new short-sea service carrying vehicles from Mexico to the Southeastern port.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 17, 2023

US Postal Service plans 2024 rate hikes for Ground Advantage, other products

The price increases, which are slated to take effect on Jan. 21, come as the agency faces continued financial challenges.

By Max Garland • Nov. 16, 2023

Flexport to open fulfillment center in New Jersey

The Phillipsburg site adds to the company’s existing large-scale warehouse operations in Atlanta and Los Angeles.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2023

UPS unveils Supply Chain Symphony platform in push for greater shipper visibility

The offering allows customers to access previously standalone data from the company's different services in one place.

By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2023

Intermodal shippers to get another US-Mexico option in January

J.B. Hunt and BNSF are teaming up with Grupo México Transportes on a rail and truck service linking multiple cross-border markets.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 14, 2023

Amazon integrates returns platform with Multi-Channel Fulfillment

Services from the startup ReturnGo will allow sellers to automate their reverse logistics for orders placed outside of Amazon's marketplace.

By Max Garland • Nov. 14, 2023

Los Angeles, Long Beach ports offering $60M to aid in purchase of zero-emission trucks

The vouchers to acquire Class 8 drayage trucks come ahead of emissions rules for new trucks in California.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 13, 2023

3 key holiday strategies for suppliers: Are you ready?

The holiday season is critical, but it doesn’t have to be chaotic and stressful. The right strategies can help you stay ahead of the curve so your business can take on holiday pressure with renewed confidence.

Nov. 13, 2023