Postal Service leader Louis DeJoy prepares to step down

The Postmaster General is looking to facilitate a smooth transition as the Trump administration reportedly scrutinizes the agency.

By Max Garland • Feb. 18, 2025

Industrial demand picks up at last, some trucking companies report

Softness in the manufacturing sector has been a centerpiece of a two-year freight recession, so carriers hope rising demand is here to stay.

By Colin Campbell • Feb. 18, 2025

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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

Competitors weigh in on impending FedEx spinoff

Old Dominion, Saia, XPO and ArcBest all fielded questions from analysts about how the move might affect their operations and the broader LTL market.

By Colin Campbell • Feb. 12, 2025

ONE teams with LX Pantos for US intermodal services

Through their Boxlinks joint venture, both companies intend to leverage existing partnerships with Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern and BNSF.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 12, 2025

ILA to vote on contract Feb. 25

The International Longshoremen’s Association’s wage scale committee unanimously approved the proposed agreement ahead of the ratification vote.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 12, 2025

USPS Ground Advantage volume jumps as shipping changes take root

The Postal Service has secured more direct customer contracts as volume for services used by package consolidators wanes.

By Max Garland • Feb. 7, 2025

De minimis exemption temporarily returns for products from China

Duty-free treatment for sub-$800 products will end again once systems are put in place to collect tariff revenue more effectively, per the White House.

By Max Garland • Feb. 7, 2025

USPS regulator pushes back on network overhaul efforts

The Postal Regulatory Commission says the agency isn’t “laying a foundation for success,” while Postmaster General Louis DeJoy asserts the Postal Service is on the right track.

By Max Garland • Feb. 5, 2025

USPS lifts brief suspension of inbound China, Hong Kong packages

The agency said it’s working with Customs and Border Protection to establish a better collection method for additional tariffs placed on China.

By Max Garland • Feb. 5, 2025

Trump’s tariff orders feature key clause for logistics managers

Goods in transit from China will not be subject to tariffs if shippers can certify they were sent prior to Feb. 1.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 4, 2025

Walmart Canada to sell trucking business

Canada Cartage will operate the retail giant’s Canadian fleet, which ships deliveries to over 400 of its stores in the country.

By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 4, 2025

De minimis shipping from China axed under Trump tariffs

The provision for low-cost goods is also at risk of being nixed for Canada and Mexico imports next month.

By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025

FedEx confirms 3 more facility closures for Network 2.0

Ship centers in Kentucky, New York and Pennsylvania will close in the coming months as the carrier merges its separate networks.

By Max Garland • Feb. 4, 2025

Whole Foods unveils new code of conduct for seafood supply chain

The policy strengthens labor protections and applies to all forms of seafood products the retailer sells, including sushi.

By Peyton Bigora • Feb. 4, 2025

US and Canada agree to 30-day pause on tariffs

The two countries will push back a Feb. 4 enforcement date as they coordinate anti-drug trafficking efforts at their shared border.

By Philip Neuffer • Feb. 3, 2025

Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods

The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated Feb. 3, 2025

Trump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 1, 2025

Supply chain outlook 2025: Key trends and risks to follow

The industry expects another year of geopolitical turmoil, severe weather and pricing pressure. Here's what you should know.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated Feb. 12, 2025

UPS SurePost’s Postal Service split sparked by service, cost worries

UPS executives acknowledged the shift could lead to a loss of customers, but touted upsides in making those deliveries in-house.

By Max Garland • Jan. 31, 2025

UPS to cut Amazon volume by more than 50%

The reduction will occur by the second half of 2026 as part of the carrier’s push to deliver more profitable packages.

By Max Garland • Jan. 30, 2025

LTL freight classification changes: Upcoming dates to know

More details on the proposed changes will be released Thursday, kicking off a public comment period.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 30, 2025

UPS SurePost changes put shippers at a crossroads

Rate hikes and coverage changes are piquing customers' interest in alternatives, but contract penalties could complicate volume shifts, experts said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 29, 2025

Home Depot expands fast delivery options with DoorDash, Uber Eats

The move adds to the home improvement retailer’s delivery capabilities, which also include a tie-up with Instacart.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 29, 2025

Sean Duffy confirmed as Transportation Secretary

The former congressman will now lead agencies responsible for regulating vehicle safety and funding infrastructure projects.

By David Taube • Jan. 28, 2025

Parcel delivery rates: What 2025 could bring FedEx, UPS shippers

Delivery discounts persist, but experts say lightweight and heavier packages are vulnerable to pricing pressure this year.

By Max Garland • Jan. 28, 2025