USPS Raises Package Rates Temporarily for 2025 Holidays

USPS Raises Package Rates Temporarily for 2025 Holidays

The United States Postal Service (USPS) plans to temporarily increase prices for package services during the 2025 holiday season to address rising costs and narrow the gap with competitors. This initiative aims to cover additional handling expenses and ensure smooth operations during the peak season, potentially impacting e-commerce businesses and consumers. Experts suggest this could be an attempt by USPS to achieve sustainable development, but the ultimate outcome remains to be seen. The price hike is designed to offset increased operational costs during the busiest time of year.

12/31/2025 Logistics
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Flexport Founder Returns As CEO Amid Strategy Overhaul

Flexport Founder Returns As CEO Amid Strategy Overhaul

Flexport CEO Dave Clark's departure and founder Ryan Petersen's return signal a strategic shift, refocusing on core freight forwarding. This change reflects the company's strategic choice to prioritize growth amidst economic challenges. Flexport will face intense market competition and uncertainty moving forward. The move aims to streamline operations and reaffirm Flexport's position in the logistics industry by concentrating on its foundational services and leveraging Petersen's expertise in that area.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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XPO Logistics Keeps Conway Truckload to Enhance Crossborder Growth

XPO Logistics Keeps Conway Truckload to Enhance Crossborder Growth

XPO Logistics has decided to retain its trucking business acquired through the Con-way acquisition. This decision aims to strengthen its integrated supply chain service capabilities, deepen its presence in the US-Mexico cross-border transportation market, and generate synergies with other business units. This move reflects the rise of integrated logistics service providers in the market. XPO Logistics hopes to further enhance its comprehensive service capabilities and improve its competitiveness by integrating the trucking business. The company sees trucking as a key component in providing end-to-end solutions for its customers.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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Amazon Adjusts Refund Policy for Lowvalue Items

Amazon Adjusts Refund Policy for Lowvalue Items

Amazon US has launched a new "Refund-Only" policy, allowing refunds for items under $75 in certain situations without requiring returns. This aims to improve the buyer experience but places higher demands on sellers. Sellers need to pay attention to the impact on return rates and commission refund rules. It's crucial to strictly control product quality, optimize product descriptions, and improve customer service to adapt to the changes brought by the new policy. This will help mitigate potential losses and maintain profitability in the long run.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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Transportation Ministry Releases New Policy Optimizing Coastal Interprovincial Bulk Liquid Hazardous Goods Shipping Market

Transportation Ministry Releases New Policy Optimizing Coastal Interprovincial Bulk Liquid Hazardous Goods Shipping Market

Recently, the Ministry of Transport announced adjustments to the macro-control policy for the transportation market of bulk liquid hazardous goods in coastal provincial routes. The new policy emphasizes principles of openness and fairness, aiming to optimize market entry and improve transportation efficiency through overall control and selection mechanisms, thereby promoting sustainable development in the industry.

07/24/2025 Logistics
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MSC Adjusts Megaship Routes Amid Falling Freight Rates

MSC Adjusts Megaship Routes Amid Falling Freight Rates

MSC has announced a strategic redeployment of its Ultra Large Container Vessels, shifting them from the Asia-Europe trade route to the more profitable Mediterranean and West Africa routes in response to declining freight rates. This move not only highlights MSC's adaptability but may also prompt other shipping companies to reconsider their independent operational models.

08/04/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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CBP Alerts Importers to New Tariff Rules on Transshipment

CBP Alerts Importers to New Tariff Rules on Transshipment

CBP's updated policy on mother port transshipment specifies that certain goods must be shipped by specific deadlines to qualify for in-transit exemptions and a 10% countervailing duty. This change may result in higher tariffs and retroactive fees for many importers, necessitating careful handling of related declarations.

05/20/2025 Customs Knowledge
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Fedex Overhauls Package Pricing Amid Higher Shipping Costs

Fedex Overhauls Package Pricing Amid Higher Shipping Costs

FedEx has announced that starting August 18, it will adjust its parcel size billing method, rounding up all dimensions during calculations. This move may increase shipping costs and add additional fees. Businesses need to modify their packaging strategies to comply with the new regulations while also facing increased import processing fees.

07/25/2025 Logistics
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Feederlines DMCC Expands Asian Routes with Updated FAX Service

Feederlines DMCC Expands Asian Routes with Updated FAX Service

Feederlines DMCC has adjusted its internal FAX service in Asia, replacing the Port of Merak in Indonesia with Jakarta and Surabaya. This optimization aims to enhance connectivity of regional freight hubs. The changes will improve service efficiency, providing better logistics options for import and export businesses, and will promote the prosperity of regional trade.

06/16/2025 Logistics
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Fedex Freight Delays NMFC System Overhaul Adoption

Fedex Freight Delays NMFC System Overhaul Adoption

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) has implemented significant updates to its National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system, aiming to improve efficiency and transparency in freight classification. Despite LTL giant FedEx Freight announcing a delay in implementation, this change will have a profound impact on the logistics industry, requiring businesses to reassess their logistics strategies. The updates necessitate careful review and potential adjustments to ensure compliance and optimize freight costs. Businesses should proactively analyze the changes to mitigate potential disruptions and maintain competitive pricing.

08/13/2025 Logistics
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