Ecommerce Boom Fuels Lastmile Delivery Competition

Ecommerce Boom Fuels Lastmile Delivery Competition

Alternative parcel carriers like Jitsu, SpeedX, and Veho are aggressively expanding in the US market, challenging industry giants like FedEx and UPS. Jitsu is increasing its presence in the Midwest, SpeedX is growing in multiple states, and Veho is eyeing Louisville and Richmond as new markets. By strengthening their domestic networks, these companies aim to increase their shipping volume and enhance their overall value. Their expansion signifies an intensifying competition in the last-mile delivery sector as they vie for market share.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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GLS Expands US Operations Via Strategic Partnerships

GLS Expands US Operations Via Strategic Partnerships

GLS is rapidly expanding its US market coverage through partnerships with four regional US carriers, aiming to challenge giants like FedEx and UPS. This strategy focuses on technology integration and two-way transportation, designed to enhance service efficiency and customer experience. It presents a new collaborative model for the parcel delivery industry, allowing GLS to quickly establish a significant presence and compete effectively without the need for extensive infrastructure investment. The partnerships leverage existing regional networks for broader reach and faster delivery times.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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Amazon Terminates Brand Program Stranding Chinese Sellers

Amazon Terminates Brand Program Stranding Chinese Sellers

Amazon abruptly announced the termination of its Authorized Brand program for third-party sellers, impacting thousands of Chinese vendors and leaving them with hundreds of millions in inventory facing clearance pressure. Sellers invested significant resources in qualification processes, but now face inventory pile-ups and decreased traffic due to the program's cancellation. Sellers are appealing to Amazon to retain sales links, grant advertising permissions, and extend the sales period to seek reasonable solutions and mitigate losses from the sudden program closure.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Adopt Compliant Review Strategies to Boost Sales

Amazon Sellers Adopt Compliant Review Strategies to Boost Sales

This paper delves into how Amazon sellers can effectively obtain genuine product reviews, boost product sales and brand reputation while adhering to platform rules. It explores compliant strategies such as in-package inserts, email follow-ups, and providing value-added content. The study emphasizes the importance of staying informed about evolving Amazon policies to maintain compliance and optimize strategies for review acquisition and sales growth. Continuous monitoring of policy changes is crucial for long-term success on the Amazon platform.

12/31/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Halts Thirdparty Delivery Expansion Amid Industry Shifts

Amazon Halts Thirdparty Delivery Expansion Amid Industry Shifts

Amazon has suspended its third-party delivery service for non-Amazon packages to manage a surge in its own orders and optimize resource allocation. This reflects a strategic adjustment that may alleviate logistical pressure. The move potentially creates opportunities for UPS and FedEx and could accelerate logistics innovation. Amazon will continue investing in logistics infrastructure, driving technological innovation, and expanding its global network in the future. The suspension is a temporary measure to ensure timely delivery of Amazon customer orders during peak demand.

01/15/2026 Logistics
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Fedex USPS Face Stalemate in Contract Renewal Negotiations

Fedex USPS Face Stalemate in Contract Renewal Negotiations

The FedEx-USPS partnership faces renewal challenges as USPS's cost control strategies impact FedEx's business volume. FedEx is responding by optimizing its network and expanding its e-commerce business. Industry experts believe both parties need to control costs and improve profitability. If the partnership isn't renewed, UPS could be a potential alternative. FedEx's future development faces strategic choices. The renewal hinges on aligning cost structures and ensuring mutual benefit amidst evolving market dynamics and increasing competition in the logistics sector.

01/15/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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USPS to Raise Holiday Shipping Rates Temporarily in 2025

USPS to Raise Holiday Shipping Rates Temporarily in 2025

USPS plans a temporary price increase for the 2025 holiday season to address cost pressures. This move aims to narrow the gap with UPS and FedEx but may increase the burden on e-commerce sellers and consumers. E-commerce sellers need to optimize logistics plans and negotiate shipping discounts to mitigate risks. The future of USPS lies in improving efficiency, controlling costs, and expanding new business ventures. The price hike is a response to increased operational expenses during the peak holiday shopping period.

12/31/2025 Logistics
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Better Trucks Expands Nationally to Transform Lastmile Delivery

Better Trucks Expands Nationally to Transform Lastmile Delivery

Better Trucks, a parcel carrier specializing in next-day and two-day delivery, plans to expand its service reach with a $15 million funding round, aiming to challenge the market dominance of FedEx and UPS. The company employs a flexible operational model, combining a fleet of contractor vehicles and a gig driver platform, to deliver higher quality and more reliable last-mile delivery services, catering to the evolving needs of shippers. This approach offers an alternative solution in the increasingly competitive logistics landscape.

01/16/2026 Logistics
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Blockchain Boosts Security for Global Parcel Delivery

Blockchain Boosts Security for Global Parcel Delivery

This article explores the application of blockchain technology in international express delivery, demonstrating how data transparency and smart contract mechanisms have reduced the traditional parcel loss rate from 0.5% to 0.03%, significantly enhancing parcel security and logistics trust. Blockchain not only ensures data integrity but also promotes shared responsibility among all parties in cross-border logistics through warning mechanisms, thereby reshaping customer trust in the express delivery industry.

08/04/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Tianjin Airport Zone Boosts Air Logistics with New Postal Partnership

Tianjin Airport Zone Boosts Air Logistics with New Postal Partnership

The Airport Economic Zone has signed a framework agreement with the postal administration department to promote the development of air logistics and express services, creating a logistics hub across the Sanbei region. The agreement focuses on optimizing the networks of large express companies, driving the collaborative development of manufacturing, services, and e-commerce, enhancing service quality and competitiveness in the industry, and supporting the comprehensive upgrade of the regional economy.

07/28/2025 Logistics
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