UPS: Sea Freight Overloaded, Shippers Turn to Air Freight to Meet Rising Demand

UPS: Sea Freight Overloaded, Shippers Turn to Air Freight to Meet Rising Demand

As the issue of overcapacity in sea freight becomes more severe, shippers are turning to air freight to meet market demands. The backlog of cargo and slow sailing strategies implemented by shipping companies have sparked concern and anxiety among shippers. A report from UPS indicates a significant increase in international parcel volume and cargo revenue, prompting shippers to adopt more flexible logistics strategies to tackle peak season challenges.

07/18/2025 Logistics
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USPS Ends Discounts in Ground Shipping Overhaul

USPS Ends Discounts in Ground Shipping Overhaul

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is modifying its contracts with package consolidators, eliminating discounts to optimize network efficiency and promote its Ground Advantage service. This move aims to improve profitability and address market competition. However, it may impact the strategies of package consolidators and shippers, potentially creating opportunities for competitors like UPS and FedEx. The changes reflect USPS's broader logistics strategy to remain competitive in the evolving parcel delivery landscape.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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USPS Ends Discounts for Consolidators to Boost Ground Advantage

USPS Ends Discounts for Consolidators to Boost Ground Advantage

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is adjusting its partnerships with parcel consolidators by eliminating Negotiated Service Agreement (NSA) discounts. This move aims to improve network efficiency and promote the USPS Ground Advantage service. This change may lead to increased costs for shippers, intensify market competition, and potentially impact USPS's market share. The strategy shift reflects USPS's efforts to optimize its operations and compete more effectively in the evolving shipping landscape.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Trucking Market Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Challenges

Trucking Market Shows Signs of Recovery Amid Challenges

The TD Cowen-AFS Freight Index report indicates potential modest recoveries in specific segments despite overall freight market challenges from weak demand and excess capacity. Spot truckload rates increased, parcel pricing adjusted, and LTL freight rates remained elevated. However, ongoing discounting and macroeconomic uncertainties continue to exert pressure on future rate trends. While some positive signs emerge, the market remains sensitive to broader economic conditions and competitive pricing strategies.

01/15/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ecommerce Surge Strains Supply Chains Spurs Omnichannel Shifts

Ecommerce Surge Strains Supply Chains Spurs Omnichannel Shifts

The rapid growth of e-commerce is profoundly reshaping the supply chain landscape, making omnichannel fulfillment a necessity. This report analyzes the impact of e-commerce on transportation, commercial real estate, parcel delivery, and warehousing. It emphasizes the importance of optimizing transportation modes, constructing large-scale logistics facilities, improving internal efficiency, and establishing unified management systems. Furthermore, it explores future development directions such as sustainable development, risk management, and talent cultivation.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Americas Boost Crossborder Ecommerce with Faster Customs Clearance

Americas Boost Crossborder Ecommerce with Faster Customs Clearance

The World Customs Organization (WCO) supports customs and postal cooperation in the Americas to improve the efficiency of cross-border e-commerce parcel clearance. By strengthening the exchange of Electronic Advance Data (EAD), implementing risk management, and building an international customs data ecosystem, this initiative aims to reduce logistics times and lower operational risks. This will ultimately provide a more convenient cross-border shopping experience for global consumers and sellers.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Freight Industry Faces Oversupply Regulatory Challenges CSCMP Report

Freight Industry Faces Oversupply Regulatory Challenges CSCMP Report

At the CSCMP EDGE conference, industry leaders in truckload, parcel, and LTL discussed freight market challenges like overcapacity, regulatory uncertainty, and market fragmentation. They emphasized the importance of supply and demand balance, advising shippers to focus on regulatory changes, optimize transportation networks, embrace digital transformation, and build strategic partnerships. Navigating these complexities requires a proactive approach to ensure efficient and resilient supply chains in the evolving freight landscape.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Lightbulbscom Boosts Peak Season Output Without Adding Staff

Lightbulbscom Boosts Peak Season Output Without Adding Staff

LightBulbs.com doubled its peak season shipping throughput without adding staff by integrating shipping and dimensioning solutions. Key strategies included: a multi-carrier shipping platform to streamline transportation, automated parcel dimensioning to optimize shipping costs, real-time shipping visibility for overall control, and recovery of carrier overcharges. This combination of technologies and processes allowed them to significantly improve efficiency and reduce costs, ultimately leading to a more profitable and streamlined logistics operation.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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Transportation Expert Shares Peak Season Logistics Strategies

Transportation Expert Shares Peak Season Logistics Strategies

This conversation with Transportation Insight logistics expert John Haber delves into peak season trends in the parcel market, covering critical issues like rate pricing, service levels, and the impact of Amazon Logistics. It emphasizes the importance of being data-driven, offering strategic recommendations for businesses, including demand forecasting, route optimization, automated warehousing, visibility monitoring, and personalized services. These strategies aim to empower companies to succeed during the peak season.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Royal Mail Expands Returns Services for UK Retail

Royal Mail Expands Returns Services for UK Retail

In anticipation of the Christmas returns peak, Royal Mail is introducing several convenient services. These include upgrading post boxes, expanding service points in convenience stores, and adding self-service parcel lockers. The aim is to create a convenient and hassle-free returns experience, ultimately improving customer satisfaction. These initiatives are designed to make returning unwanted items easier and more accessible for customers during the busy holiday season and beyond.

01/28/2026 Logistics
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