Mark Solomon
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
OSM Worldwide to avoid peak-season parcel-delivery surcharges
OSM follows the lead of work-share partner U.S. Postal Service in not imposing peak-season delivery surcharges.
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Modern Shipper covers the gig economy, including same-day, on-demand, and last-mile delivery jobs and services. Readers will find current news on gig economy companies, gig economy workers, gig economy data and trends. In addition, Modern Shipper focuses on e-commerce, e-commerce platforms and companies, and e-commerce services and technologies.
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Mark Solomon
Friday, October 6, 2023
On-time last-mile delivery performance hits highest levels since pandemic
A report by project44 said delivery performance was the highest since March 2020.
John Kingston
Friday, October 6, 2023
Cyberattack victim Estes making ‘steady progress’
Even as a Wall Street bank counts up the possible losses at Estes, the LTL carrier tells customers things are looking up.
Daily Infographic: Most profitable categories for sellers on Amazon
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Mark Solomon
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Uber Connect expands into returns shipping
Uber drivers will pick up return parcels and deliver them to postal, FedEx and UPS locations.
Eric Kulisch
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Amazon downsizes cargo operations at German airport
Amazon Air is downsizing operations at Leipzig/Halle International Airport.
Eric Kulisch
Monday, October 2, 2023
FedEx air fleet flies more in August
August was a better month, but express carriers are still flying less than they were a year ago because of slow shipping demand.
Mark Solomon
Monday, October 2, 2023
Alternate delivery model gains traction in US but has ways to go
The on-paper benefits of out-of-home delivery are clear. Customer acceptance is somewhat less so.
Grace Sharkey
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Loadsmart acquires NavTrac to bring computer vision to yard management
Loadsmart CEO Felipe Capella said there’s “massive value potential for the whole freight industry” by applying computer vision technology.
Daily Infographic: Grocery delivery makes It to the mainstream
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In the world of online ordering and shipping, faster delivery is making a bit of a comeback
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Eric Kulisch
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
DHL relocates A300 freighters to Europe for better sustainment
DHL is moving its A300 fleet from Asia because the region doesn’t have sufficient aerospace support services for the aircraft.
Grace Sharkey
Friday, September 22, 2023
Paxafe partners with Carrier to improve Lynx offering
According to a recent study by SkyQuest Technology, every year more than $750 billion worth of losses occur worldwide due to poor cold chain logistics and facilities and improper handling procedures.
John Kingston
Thursday, September 21, 2023
AB5 3-ring legal circus: Full federal appeals court may hear Olson case
What’s next for the three-headed beast of AB5 litigation in California? It might be whether the state’s Supreme Court takes up the so-called Olson case.
Jack Daleo
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Zipline secures key operational approval for drone package deliveries
The latest FAA approval for Zipline could mean a huge step forward in drone delivery.
Mark Solomon
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Roadie launches same-day delivery from local warehouses
A new service called Roadie Direct integrates technology to provide fast delivery from warehouse locations.
Mark Solomon
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Oracle, Uber team up to offer last-mile deliveries
With Oracle and Uber Direct, retailers can now offer same-day delivery and returns.
Mark Solomon
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Ryder survey finds faster online delivery back in modest vogue
Free shipping remains a make-or-break deal for many online orders, a Ryder survey finds.
Eric Kulisch
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Flexport founder says ousted CEO lost customer focus, spending discipline
Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen says he has returned to rescue the company after Dave Clark wore out his welcome.
Mark Solomon
Thursday, September 7, 2023
National Retail Federation acquires Reverse Logistics Association
The NRF has bought a leading trade group to expand its sustainability solutions for members.