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FedEx Teams Up with OneRail for Faster Same-Day Delivery
According to a recent SupplyChainDive report, FedEx is rolling out SameDay Local in collaboration with OneRail, giving customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery across a variety of shipments. By tapping into OneRail’s AI-powered platform and a network of over 1,000 carriers nationwide, the service delivers optimized routing, real-time tracking, and round-the-clock monitoring. This move enhances FedEx’s last-mile capabilities and positions the company to better
3 hours ago
USPS Announces Temporary 8% Shipping Rate Increase Amid Rising Fuel Costs
A recent SupplyChainDive report states that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) will implement a temporary 8% rate increase on several domestic shipping services from April 26, 2026, to January 17, 2027 . Services affected include Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, USPS Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select , while First-Class Mail rates remain unchanged . USPS cites rising transportation costs, particularly fuel prices driven by global disruptions, as the reason for the incr
4 days ago
Heavyweight Program: Introduction to FedEx Great Rates
Building on the success of the DHL Heavyweight Program, now’s the time to expand your options and maximize every shipping opportunity. While DHL is ideal for heavy and oversized shipments, FedEx Great Rates offers competitive spot quotes for medium to heavy packages, priority lanes, and time-sensitive deliveries. Using both gives you more flexibility to compare pricing and win more deals. Stay Competitive Review shipments early Submit quotes quickly Offer multiple options to
Apr 10
DHL Express Introduces Weekly Fuel Surcharge Updates
DHL Express has announced a shift to weekly fuel surcharge updates starting April 13, in response to ongoing volatility in the global fuel market. The change applies only to how often the surcharge is updated—not how it is calculated. DHL will continue using its existing method, which is based on a 20-day rolling USGC average along with its standard fuel surcharge table. This move aims to better reflect real-time fuel price changes while protecting customers from sudden and u
Apr 7
After Fatal Crash, UPS Moves From MD-11s to Boeing 767s
Following reports on UPS’s fleet changes after the November MD-11 crash , the company is retiring all 27 of its aging MD-11 cargo planes. The move comes after the fatal UPS Flight 2976 accident that killed 15 people and a $137 million after-tax charge. UPS will replace the tri-engine aircraft with more efficient Boeing 767-300 freighters , receiving 18 new planes over the next 15 months. During the transition, the company relied on alternative aircraft, trucks, and partner a
Mar 27
DHL’s New Truck-Air Service Speeds Up China-Europe Shipments
DHL has launched an innovative truck-air logistics service connecting China to Europe , offering faster and more cost-efficient alternatives for bulky shipments. Goods are first transported by road from manufacturers in China to Tashkent, Uzbekistan , then flown on DHL freighter aircraft to Istanbul, Turkey , before continuing to European destinations. Transit times average 9–11 days , with significant cost savings compared to standard airfreight. The service, initially trial
Mar 23
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