UPS gains critical exemption to operate drones beyond line of sight

A new ground-based surveillance system will allow UPS to fly Matternet M2 drones without a visual line of sight throughout the route, setting the stage for increased delivery activity.

By Max Garland • Sept. 8, 2023

UPS unveils 5.9% shipping rate increase, higher peak season surcharges

The rate hike applies to Ground, Air and International services and will take effect Dec. 26.

By Max Garland • Sept. 8, 2023

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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

Dollar General automates South Carolina distribution center

The technology will enable the retailer to process thousands of additional SKUs from its warehouse and improve storage.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2023

STB proposes reciprocal switching rule in push for improved rail service

The new rule would provide shippers a path to switching shipments to another nearby railroad if service levels are not adequate.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 7, 2023

Barge rates pressured by low Mississippi River water levels

Increased shipping restrictions and higher prices could be “especially problematic” as corn and soybean harvests advance, the USDA reported.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 7, 2023

Flexport CEO Dave Clark resigns, founder Ryan Petersen takes over

In a statement Wednesday, Clark said Petersen is best suited to lead the company as it shifts its focus back to "growth in the core freight business.”

By Max Garland • Sept. 7, 2023

Crate and Barrel to ramp up supply chain investment

The retailer's “Bring it Home” plan seeks to improve inventory optimization, demand forecasting and delivery speeds.

By Max Garland • Sept. 6, 2023

Why it’s time for shippers to reevaluate their air cargo agreements

Three logistics experts share why customers are looking to secure six- to 12-month contracts.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 6, 2023

Ulta Beauty nearly triples ship-from-store locations

The fulfillment method offers faster and more cost-effective deliveries to customers, CEO Dave Kimbell said.

By Max Garland • Sept. 5, 2023

Can New England produce 30% of its food supply by 2030?

Regional distributors are paving the way for local resilience, but farmers and fishermen will need more support to compete against global food production supply chains.

By Erin X. Wong • Sept. 5, 2023

Norfolk Southern says train backlog recovery may take weeks

The railroad reported that a defect in its vendor software caused its systems to become unresponsive.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 1, 2023

Parcel carrier Better Trucks expands into top Texas markets

The next-day and two-day delivery specialist has also bolstered its footprint through a partnership with GLS.

By Max Garland • Sept. 1, 2023

How Amazon Shipping could shake up the parcel delivery industry

While not yet a heavy hitter against FedEx and UPS, the service could entice small- and medium-sized businesses with its straightforward fees, experts say.

By Max Garland • Aug. 30, 2023

Norfolk Southern outage could lead to weeks of disruptions

The railroad is still investigating the cause of the Monday outage, but does not believe it was a cybersecurity incident.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 30, 2023

FedEx to hike Express, Ground shipping rates by 5.9% in 2024

The increase, an annual fixture for the company and rival UPS, is smaller than the 6.9% jump that went into effect this year.

By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023

Macy’s renegotiates carrier contracts for lower delivery costs

The department store retailer uses UPS and the U.S. Postal Service but did not specify which deals were adjusted.

By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023

FedEx to implement higher surcharges for 2023 peak season

Added fees will apply to FedEx Ground Economy services, high-volume customers shipping more during the holidays and bulky or hard-to-handle packages.

By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2023

CH Robinson optimizes with tech, reducing costs for shippers, CEO says

The brokerage reported productivity gains amid downsizing, getting closer to achieving a long-term goal.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2023

New York City proposes larger cargo bikes for deliveries

Increasing the maximum bicycle width by one foot would help the city's efforts to cull truck traffic and emissions, according to its transportation department.

By Max Garland • Aug. 25, 2023

Walmart, Alphabet’s Wing team up for drone delivery in Texas

Two stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area will offer the service for customers within a 6-mile radius by the end of the year.

By Max Garland • Aug. 24, 2023

Panama Canal delays have shippers mulling freight diversions

Options for cargo owners include longer intermodal routes and alternative lanes like the Suez Canal, analysts say.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 23, 2023

Amazon, FedEx and United Airlines join Hawaiʻi fire recovery efforts

The state’s transportation department has waived wharfage charges for inbound humanitarian shipments at Maui’s Port of Kahului.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 23, 2023

UPS-Teamsters contract ratified following employee vote

The approval puts an end to a contentious, monthslong negotiations process as the parcel carrier now seeks to recoup diverted volume.

By Max Garland • Aug. 22, 2023

Parcel delivery provider Sendle speeds up shipping services

The company, which targets small e-commerce businesses, has launched two-day and three-day guaranteed options in the U.S.

By Max Garland • Aug. 22, 2023

UNFI to open distribution center in Florida

The one million-square-foot facility will leverage warehouse automation to reduce fulfillment costs.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 22, 2023