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FedEx, UPS Suspend Service Guarantees
The parcel logistics giants outlined measures taken to accommodate delays and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 2nd, 2020
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Logistics Industry Divided Over Virus Impact
Mar 26th, 2020
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NAW to Pence: Don't Bypass Distributors
Mar 25th, 2020
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COVID-19 Disruption: What Distributors Should Do Next
Mar 18th, 2020
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Amazon Stocking Only Essentials
Mar 17th, 2020
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Most Mfgs. Expect Financial Impact from Virus
A new NAM survey shows a vast majority of manufacturers expect the virus to impact sales and that they're asking for clear guidelines.
Mar 16th, 2020
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Eco-Friendly, Linerless Tote Labels
It features a coated surface that makes it easier to apply and remove barcode tracking labels.
Mar 13th, 2020
In this Dec. 19, 2018, file photo packages await delivery inside of a UPS truck in Baltimore. United Parcel Service Inc. reports financial results on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020.
UPS Names New CEO
David Abney will retire after a 46-year career with the logistics company.
Mar 12th, 2020
In this March 4, 2020 file photo, shelves where disinfectant wipes and sprays are usually displayed sit empty in a pharmacy in Providence, RI as confirmed cases of the coronavirus rise in the US. Legions of nervous hoarders are stocking up on canned goods, frozen dinners, toilet paper, and cleaning products. Such hoarding that's expected to last for weeks has created big challenges for discounters and grocery stores as well as food delivery services.
Spreading Virus Brings Fears, Stockpiling
Stockpiling is expected to last for weeks, resulting in a boon for discounters and grocery stores as well as food delivery services, while also introducing logistical headaches.
Mar 6th, 2020
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Coronavirus' Impact on Small Parcel Shipping
As COVID 19 continues to disrupt supply chains and logistics operations around the globe, see how the virus is impacting volume for major parcel carriers.
Mar 5th, 2020
In this Feb. 18, 2020 file photo, the logo for Walmart appears above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Walmart is confirming that it's developing a competitor to Amazon's juggernaut Prime membership program. The company declined on Thursday, Feb. 27 to offer details, but a spokeswoman said it will be called Walmart+.
Walmart to Launch Amazon Prime Rival
The discounter would reportedly have certain perks that the online leader couldn't offer.
Feb 28th, 2020
Workers wearing protective gears spray disinfectant as a precaution against the new coronavirus at Agricultural and Wholesale Products Center in Daegu, South Korea, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020.
Virus Hurts Top Shipper Earnings
The company issued the warning as it reported earnings for 2019, with revenue declining slightly to $38.9 billion from $39.3 billion.
Feb 20th, 2020
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California PPE Supplier Helping Fight Coronavirus
China enlisted the help of a Southern California maker of PPE products to help with the country's shortage of goggles and facemasks.
Feb 13th, 2020
In this Feb. 9 photo, an electronic display board showing a precautionary notice of the coronavirus at a deserted upscale shopping mall in Beijing. Chinese authorities are struggling to strike a delicate balance between containing a deadly viral outbreak and restarting the world’s second-biggest economy after weeks of paralysis.
Businesses Struggle to Fix Supply Chains Hit by Virus
Global supply chains remain widely disrupted for businesses across the world that have built deep connections to China.
Feb 12th, 2020
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FedEx Manager Guilty in Theft Scheme
He made $1.8 million selling stolen merchandise.
Feb 7th, 2020
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Home Depot Opens 1st Drive-Through Distribution Center
The retailer plans to build 40 such flatbed distribution centers, catering to its Pro customers.
Jan 29th, 2020
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Quick Hits: 3M Helps Business Ditch the Box
Say goodbye to packaging peanuts and tape.
Jan 20th, 2020
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For Major Shippers, 2019 Ended on a Sour Note
Trade wars and slowing growth trends are having an impact.
Jan 17th, 2020
A caravan of trucks from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach drive around Los Angeles City Hall.
Judge Halts CA Labor Law for Truckers
A federal judge ruled the state was wrong to eliminate the option of using independent drivers.
Jan 17th, 2020
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FedEx Ground Back with Amazon
Amazon said FedEx is now getting orders delivered on time
Jan 14th, 2020
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Amazon to Hike Seller Fulfillment Fees 3%
Amazon reportedly emailed its merchants on Dec. 20 informing them their fulfillment fees will increase by an average of 3 percent in 2020.
Dec 23rd, 2019
In this June 26, 2019, file photo delivery vehicles depart the FedEx Ship Center in Cranberry Township, Pa. FedEx reports earnings Tuesday, Dec. 17.
FedEx Profit Falls 40%
Higher costs, a shorter holiday shipping season and its move to cut ties with online shopping giant Amazon all hurt the carrier.
Dec 18th, 2019
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Quick Hits: Industrial Supply at Sea?
Launched Sept. 3, Earnest Machine-owned Zirks aims to slash lead times with an at-sea warehousing approach.
Dec 17th, 2019
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Amazon Partially Bans Sellers from Using FedEx
The temporary ban will block those companies from using FedEx Ground service.
Dec 17th, 2019
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Celadon Files for Bankruptcy
The Indiana-based trucking company with 4,000 employees says it will cease operations.
Dec 9th, 2019
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UPS Announces 4.9% Rate Hike for 2020
The increase is identical to the one FedEx announced two months ago.
Nov 21st, 2019
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Efforts Underway to Move More Containers on the Mississippi River
In 2017, for the first time, the number of containers arriving at East Coast ports surpassed the number arriving at West Coast ports.
Jun 17th, 2019
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Retail Warehouse Automation Is Finally Top-Priority
Traditional warehouses need to perform customary fulfillment and e-commerce fulfillment in tandem.
Jun 17th, 2019
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New M&R Software Innovations Keep Fleet Managers in Check
Improper management of M&R can drastically erode profits from the bottom line, and the older the truck, the costlier it gets.
Jun 14th, 2019
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Shipping from Mexico Rushed Before Tariff Threat Lifted
Companies spent millions to hire freight carriers and secure warehouse space in the U.S. in a massive shift of inventory happening over a matter of days.
Jun 10th, 2019
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FedEx Will Stop Air Shipments of Packages for Amazon
In a statement, Amazon said only that it respected FedEx's decision and thanked the delivery company for serving Amazon customers over the years.
Jun 10th, 2019
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Amazon Claims Redesigned Robots Cut Sorting Mistakes in Half
The robots are in use at the company's Denver facility.
Jun 7th, 2019
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Amazon Says Drones Will Be Making Deliveries in 'Months'
Amazon said its new drones use computer vision and machine learning to detect and avoid people or clotheslines in backyards when landing.
Jun 6th, 2019