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Jack Daleo

Jack Daleo is a staff writer for Flying Magazine covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel — and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
Jan - 2024 -
25 January
Jack Daleo

DroneUp latest firm approved to fly drones beyond line of sight

Walmart partner DroneUp can now fly drones beyond the visual line of sight.

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19 January
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Google’s Wing introduces new delivery drone with double the payload

Alphabet’s drone delivery service is working on a larger drone design that will be able to handle orders that currently need more than one drone to handle.

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18 January
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China’s DJI, facing US bans, launches global sales of delivery drone

What will it mean for a consumer drone manufacturer from China to enter the delivery drone market on a global scale?

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11 January
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Walmart adds 1.8M homes to Dallas-Fort Worth drone delivery service

Walmart’s latest drone news could be a huge steppingstone for delivery drones in the United States.

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Dec - 2023 -
20 December
12 December
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Amazon drone unit loses head of safety, main liaison to FAA

Sean Cassidy led Amazon Prime Air’s safety, flight operations and regulatory affairs. His departure costs the firm a key relationship with the FAA.

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Nov - 2023 -
28 November
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Zipline flies without ground observers: ‘Holy grail’ of drone approvals

The flight follows Zipline’s FAA approval to remove visual observers from its drone delivery operations, opening up longer routes and becoming accessible to more customers.

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21 November
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Elroy Air conducts groundbreaking flight of hybrid-electric cargo drone

Drone manufacturer Elroy Air names its new aircraft a turbogenerator-hybrid electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft — hVTOL for short — and claims it’s the first of its kind to fly.

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03 November
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What advanced air mobility operations might look like at state level

The Utah Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Division released a report on how drones, electric air taxis and other new aircraft may fit into the state’s skies.

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02 November
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Zipline and Cleveland Clinic partner on prescription drone delivery

Zipline is growing its presence in the medical space, enabling patients to get their prescriptions delivered by drone.

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Oct - 2023 -
13 October
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How it’s delivered: Wing gives glimpse of a future with drone delivery

Wing gives an inside look into its expansion as drone delivery becomes more widespread.

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Sep - 2023 -
21 September
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Zipline secures key operational approval for drone package deliveries

The latest FAA approval for Zipline could mean a huge step forward in drone delivery.

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Aug - 2023 -
29 August
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FAA suspects nearly 5,000 pilots concealing medical issues to keep flying

Nearly 5,000 civilian pilots may be providing false information — or excluding it — during their medical examinations in order to continue flying, according to the FAA.

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25 August
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Walmart, Alphabet’s Wing partner on Dallas drone delivery

Walmart has announced a partnership with Wing, the drone delivery arm of Google parent Alphabet, to deliver quick meals, groceries, household essentials, over-the-counter medicines and more to residents through the air.

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23 August
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DJI already dominates consumer drones; now it’s getting into delivery

DJI this week unveiled FlyCart 30, its first delivery drone. Here’s what you need to know.

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03 August
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UK’s Royal Mail launches drone delivery to remote Scottish islands

A new service by the U.K.’s Royal Mail is slated to become the country’s first permanent drone delivery operation.

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Jul - 2023 -
06 July
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RigiTech enables drone delivery — without a landing or takeoff

The Swiss company’s precision dropping system autonomously releases cargo from a few feet in the air when the drone has reached its destination.

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May - 2023 -
31 May
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Drone cargo airline Dronamics completes 1st flight of flagship aircraft

Last week, Dronamics completed the successful first flight of its flagship Black Swan aircraft, flown remotely by two commercial airline pilots, near Bulgaria’s Balchik Airport.

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25 May
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FAA eyes beyond-visual-line-of-sight approvals for 4 major firms

Major aviation players are seeking FAA approval for remote pilots to fly aircraft where they can’t see them.

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23 May
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Amazon says Prime Air has completed just 100 drone deliveries

Amazon’s drone delivery dream isn’t dead, but it may be time for the firm to reassess its strategy.

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18 May
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Walmart delivery partner DroneUp cuts jobs

DroneUp, the company powering drone delivery for the largest retailer in the world, has trimmed its head count.

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02 May
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Drone delivery firm Zipline raises $330M at $4.2B valuation

California-based Zipline just raised $330 million at a $4.2 billion valuation — greater than any U.S. drone company or any drone delivery company globally.

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Mar - 2023 -
28 March
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GXO Direct launches in UK with plans for future European expansion

The XPO contract logistics spinoff GXO is expanding its shared warehousing solution globally, starting with the European market.

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22 March
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Locus Robotics unveils solution for seamless integration of AMR models

Warehouse robotics firm Locus Robotics announced a major automation solution for AMR fleets, LocusOne.

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21 March
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ProMat roundup: The biggest announcements from Day 1 & 2

Supply chain and logistics firms are making their solutions known at the industry’s largest event. Here’s the most notable news.

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CoEvolution introduces multi-robot orchestration platform to US at ProMat 2023

Making its U.S. debut at ProMat in Chicago, CoEvolution is seeking new partners to get its technology into U.S. warehouses.

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20 March
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Yale rebrands to Yale Lift Truck Technologies, demos technology at ProMat

Yale Lift Truck Technologies, formerly Yale, showed off its latest tech at the 2023 ProMat supply chain conference in Chicago.

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17 March
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Nimble Robotics raises $65M in pursuit of fully autonomous fulfillment network

San Francisco Bay Area-based Nimble Robotics has now raised a total of $115 million to help reduce warehouse size by up to 75%.

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15 March
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Zipline drone delivery just got a massive upgrade

The Mountain View, California-based drone delivery firm announced an array of new software and hardware updates.

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14 March
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On the menu for Grubhub? A new chief executive

The U.S. arm of Just Eat Takeaway will have a new CEO following current chief executive Adam DeWitt’s resignation.

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09 March
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Alphabet drone division Wing has new plan for citywide delivery networks

Outlining the next phase of its development, Wing revealed its new approach to fully autonomous urban drone delivery networks.

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08 March
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Middle-mile FreightTech firm Warp launches same- and next-day store delivery

The startup, led by veterans of last-mile delivery platform AxleHire, rolled out a new solution for perishable shippers.

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07 March
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BigCommerce adds BOPIS for merchants

E-commerce SaaS platform BigCommerce added flexibility for sellers with a buy-online, pick-up-in-store offering.

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06 March
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Shyft Group gets in on shift toward electric delivery vehicles

Shyft Group’s Blue Arc electric delivery vehicle set a new benchmark for fuel efficiency, per the EPA.

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02 March
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Ford earns Postal Service’s latest EV contract

The U.S. Postal Service has enlisted Ford as part of a push to add more than 66,000 electric delivery vehicles to its fleet by 2028.

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Feb - 2023 -
28 February
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No-code EDI provider Crstl announces national launch

Crstl looks to take on the digitization of transactions and data sharing between brands and major retailers like Walmart and Target.

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27 February
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Amazon expands same-day delivery, invests in driver safety

In a pair of announcements, Amazon committed to improving the delivery experience for both customers and drivers.

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23 February
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Can charging infrastructure keep pace with EV demand?

FreightWaves and bp pulse fleet President Vic Shao break down the present and future of electric infrastructure.

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22 February
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Target announces massive supply chain investment

Target plans to add a half-dozen sortation centers to its U.S. network by 2026, bolstering its last-mile capabilities.

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How will AI shape the future of freight negotiations?

Pactum CEO and co-founder Martin Rand explains where AI fits into supply chain contract negotiations.

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Shippo integration streamlines e-commerce shipping operations

Shippo launches Shipping Elements, a suite of embeddable shipping components for e-commerce platforms.

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21 February
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Last-mile companies poised to shake up the market

Who are the key players in the rapidly growing last-mile delivery space? Coresight Research highlighted 10 companies.

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18 February
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Here’s what we know about the Ohio train derailment

East Palestine residents and rail unions face an uncertain future in the aftermath of a Norfolk Southern freight train derailment.

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16 February
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Chick-fil-A just did something Uber and DoorDash have never done

With the launch of The Brake Room, could Chick-fil-A influence Uber, DoorDash and others to emphasize driver experience?

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15 February
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Instacart eyeing delivery for small business

Per The Information, Instacart is looking to deliver items like office and cleaning supplies to small businesses.

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09 February
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Shipium bolsters carrier partnerships with Better Trucks deal

The e-commerce shipping platform granted its customers access to the last-mile parcel delivery service’s network of logistics assets.

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08 February
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Last-mile firm Bungii streamlines payments with Branch

Growing big and bulky delivery provider Bungii wants to pay its drivers more quickly and conveniently.

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07 February
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UP.Partners’ Moving World Report breaks down transportation’s past,  present and future

In the inaugural Moving World Report, UP.Partners dives deep into what drives today’s mobility industry — and examines what’s holding it back.

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03 February
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Potential FTC probe caps whirlwind week for Amazon

Amazon may face an Federal Trade Commission antitrust lawsuit in the coming months, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

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Jan - 2023 -
31 January
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Shippo earns FedEx’s first-ever Platform Account

Merchants on the Shippo platform can now access FedEx services like Ground Economy without creating a FedEx account.

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30 January
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Flytrex granted FAA approval for long-range commercial drone deliveries

Having obtained a milestone Standard Part 135 Air Carrier Certification, Flytrex is ready for takeoff.

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26 January
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FourKites enhances supply chain visibility with Data Connector

Companies in need of supply chain visibility can now leverage FourKites data through their existing internal platforms.

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24 January
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Prescription subscription: Amazon delivers with RxPass

For just $5 per month, Prime members can choose from 52 eligible medications and have them delivered to their doorstep, free of charge.

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23 January
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Amazon layoffs hit drone division

As part of Amazon’s some 18,000 job cuts, a “significant number” of employees at several drone delivery facilities reportedly were laid off.

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12 January
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Salesforce sellers, meet Walmart fulfillment and delivery services

In a blockbuster new partnership, Walmart will offer its GoLocal and Store Assist technologies through the Salesforce app.

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11 January
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Elroy Air tops $2B in purchase demand for Chaparral drone with LCI deal

Cargo drone manufacturer and delivery provider Elroy Air hit a new high after signing a deal with Dublin-based LCI.

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10 January
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Amazon adding BigCommerce to Buy with Prime, scrapping invite-only model

Starting Jan. 31, more U.S. merchants, including those on the BigCommerce platform, can access Amazon Prime services like free and next-day delivery.

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06 January
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Breaking down Walmart’s 2022 in drone delivery

See how Walmart — quickly becoming one of the biggest names in drone delivery — and its network fared in 2022.

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05 January
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Lightning eMotors launches online Fleet Planner solution

Electric vehicle fleet provider Lightning eMotors has introduced a new tool to help operators get the most out of their EV fleets.

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04 January
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Amazon CEO confirms company is cutting over 18,000 jobs

E-commerce giant Amazon will lay off over 18,000 workers during its current round of job cuts, first reported in November.

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Online grocery firms merge to form Stor.ai, a Relationshop company

Shopper engagement services provider Relationshop acquired grocery e-commerce firm Stor.ai for more than $50 million.

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DoorDash launches Package Pickup for returns

Food delivery app DoorDash gets into parcels with its new Package Pickup feature.

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03 January
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Cepton unveils slimmed-down lidar solution

Cepton’s Vista-X120 Plus is billed as the world’s slimmest software definable, top-end automotive lidar solution.

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Dec - 2022 -
29 December
Jack Daleo

Analysis: Changes to EV tax credits may turbocharge sales in early 2023

Tesla, GM, Chevy and other EV makers may see early volume before revised tax credit provisions’ full criteria take effect.

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28 December
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Workhorse avoids SEC enforcement, scraps C1000 electric delivery van

Electric vehicle maker Workhorse announced that it escaped action from the Securities and Exchange Commission related to fraud accusations.

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Instacart reportedly slashes internal valuation by 20% to $10B

For the fourth time this year, grocery delivery platform Instacart has cut its valuation, despite hints of an IPO.

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27 December
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Ford patent filing could put drones over public roads

In yet another drone-related patent filing, Ford is looking at flying within aerial corridors above roads.

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Amazon drone delivery officially live in California, Texas

The e-commerce giant’s long-awaited drone delivery service finally got off the ground on Christmas Eve.

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22 December
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TruckParkingClub.com launches parking marketplace platform

With so many truckers but so few parking spaces, TruckParkingClub.com has found a way to create more of the latter.

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20 December
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JLL, Quiet Platforms pioneer flexible rent model, scale fulfillment network

American Eagle’s logistics arm has partnered with JLL to open fulfillment centers with a rent-as-a-percentage-of-revenue payment model.

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19 December
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Here’s how to make your courier’s life easier this holiday season

Route-planning platform Circuit surveyed delivery drivers about their biggest pet peeves around the holidays.

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16 December
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Walmart, DroneUp expand delivery service to Florida, Texas, Arizona

Walmart and DroneUp continued to expand their drone delivery footprint this week with launches in three new states.

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15 December
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Uber Eats, Cartken bring robot delivery to Miami

Building on partnerships with Motional, Serve Robotics and Nuro, Uber Eats announced a collaboration with self-driving vehicle maker Cartken.

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Rwanda launches nationwide drone delivery service with Zipline

The Government of Rwanda will enlist Zipline to be able to make autonomous deliveries to the nation’s entire population.

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13 December
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Lyft drivers to receive discounted charging with EVgo

Electric vehicle users on the Lyft platform will be eligible for up to 45% savings when charging within EVgo’s network.

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09 December
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Amazon, facing suit over use of driver tips, launches driver tipping feature

Customers can now tip Amazon drivers by saying “thank you,” but a lawsuit accuses the company of using tips for itself.

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08 December
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Getir acquires Gorillas — and Gorillas investors may go bananas

The terms of the merger between the two rapid grocery delivery firms may look different than previously reported.

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07 December
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Sustainable last-mile firm GoBolt raises $55M to support US growth

Canada’s GoBolt, which is building an end-to-end supply chain network powered by an all-electric fleet, receives Series C financing.

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06 December
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Uber reaches multimillion-dollar settlement with Chicago

The approximately $10 million settlement includes around $3.3 million that the firm repaid merchants in 2021.

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05 December
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Ford to supply 2,000 electric delivery vans to DHL by end of 2023

Ford will help DHL electrify its last-mile fleet worldwide as it moves closer to its own sustainability goals.

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02 December
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Matternet CEO breaks down drone firm’s watershed FAA approval

Drone delivery provider Matternet is ready for takeoff after receiving a milestone Production Certificate from the FAA this week.

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01 December
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Walgreens launches 24/7 same-day delivery at nearly 400 stores

The health and wellness retailer will offer more than 27,000 products for delivery in as little as one hour, 24 hours a day.

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Nov - 2022 -
30 November
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Inxeption bolsters B2B marketplace with Final Mile Solar partnership

Cupertino, California-based Inxeption looks to overhaul B2B commerce through a new end-to-end partnership.

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29 November
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Locus Robotics raises $117M, eyes IPO

With a valuation of close to $2 billion after its latest round of funding, Locus is “ready to go” for IPO.

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28 November
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TikTok looks to tech startups to jump-start e-commerce business

According to a report by the Financial Times, TikTok is struggling to grow its e-commerce business — and it’s looking for outside help.

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25 November
Jack Daleo

Peak season is upon us — what’s different this year?

Each year since the onset of the pandemic, peak season has looked a little different. What should retailers expect this year?

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23 November
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Can Elon Musk reinvigorate Twitter e-commerce, or has bird flown coop?

Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter has been widely panned for driving away advertisers, but could he have a larger plan?

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22 November
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Un juez de Nueva York exige a Amazon que deje de despedir a trabajadores por organizarse 

El Distrito Este de Nueva York presentó un cese y desistimiento contra la empresa la semana pasada

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NYC judge demands Amazon stop firing workers for organizing

A cease-and-desist order filed by a New York City court could give Amazon warehouse workers added protections when attempting to unionize.

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21 November
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Xpede launches on-demand delivery of keys, cell phones, wallets and more

Launching in California this week, Xpede looks to shake up the app-based delivery game with an unorthodox selection.

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18 November
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Supply chain, logistics firms show out on Time’s Best Inventions of 2022

Supply chain and logistics companies got time in the limelight on Time magazine’s list of the 200 Best Inventions of 2022.

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17 November
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NYC proposes $24 minimum wage for app-based delivery drivers

Following through on a legislation package approved last fall, New York City is eyeing unprecedented wages for delivery workers.

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16 November
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FedEx, Cart.com form strategic alliance to tackle e-commerce

E-commerce platform Cart.com is working with FedEx to streamline the online shopping experience for merchants and consumers.

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14 November
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Los despidos previstos de Amazon podrían dificultar el comercio electrónico y la logística 

NYT: La empresa elimina 10.000 empleados, el mayor recorte de puestos de trabajo de su historia

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Planned Amazon layoffs could hamper e-commerce, logistics

If Amazon goes ahead with mass layoffs to its retail division, the cuts could impact the firm’s e-commerce and logistics services.

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Uber gets in holiday spirit with new platform upgrades

Uber just rolled out several features ahead of the holidays, including a new Holiday Shop and an upgrade to Uber Connect.

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11 November
Jack Daleo

Amazon unveils smaller, lighter, more durable delivery drone

After launching commercial services in California and Texas, Amazon Prime Air came out with a new delivery drone design.

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10 November
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Target reimagines store design for e-commerce, same-day services

Target has unveiled a new store model geared toward omnichannel fulfillment that soon will become the standard design.

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09 November
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Wing drones deliver DoorDash orders in Australia

Alphabet’s Wing this week teamed with DoorDash on a limited drone delivery service in Logan, Australia, where it has operated since 2019.

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08 November
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Gmail to roll out package-tracking feature

Over the next few weeks, Google will add the ability to track packages directly from your inbox.

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