Mark Solomon
Thursday, June 6, 2019
FedEx’s Express unit creates flex-time driver classification
FedEx Express creates flex-time driver category that will supplement full time workforce
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Final mile (also called “last mile”) is a term used to refer to the last leg of a delivery route (it is not a mode of transportation). Businesses can define last mile in different ways, depending on what is most relevant to their business and their customers’ expectations. Final mile delivery falls into two categories: light goods (typically less than 150 pounds) and heavy goods.
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Brian Straight
Thursday, June 6, 2019
Today’s Pickup: Mack, Volvo add warranty programs for used trucks
Volvo and Mack used trucks are now backed by factory warranties of up to 24 months and 250,000 miles for parts and labor on certain components.
Mark Solomon
Thursday, June 6, 2019
It’s about to become a hot market for cold storage facilities, firm says
The expected four-fold growth in e-grocery demand will spark a land rush in cold storage facilities, CBRE says
Mark Solomon
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Amazon unveils `hybrid’ drone design with `independently safe’ capability
Amazon rolls out new hybrid drone design with independent sensors for enhanced safety
Linda Baker, Senior Environment and Technology Reporter
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Research group to launch delivery locker pilot in downtown Seattle
Pepsi Beverages is the latest company to join the Urban Freight Lab, a group that aims to streamline the delivery process.
Mark Solomon
Monday, June 3, 2019
GLP goes from possible U.S. IPO to small player in $18.7 billion asset sale to Blackstone
Singapore’s GLP had planned a US IPO. Instead, it has dramatically downsized its US exposure by selling most of its assets to Blackstone
Mark Solomon
Thursday, May 30, 2019
FedEx to launch Sunday ground deliveries
FedEx says it will launch year-round Sunday deliveries next January, and will siphon off all of its business tendered to the US Postal Service
Mark Solomon
Thursday, May 30, 2019
The holy grail of final-mile delivery success? Simplicity
Simplicity is the key in managing increasingly complex final-mile operations. That and basic blocking and tackling
Mark Solomon
Monday, May 27, 2019
Today’s pick-up: European trucking slow on alternative fuel use; China logistics firms winners in trade spat
A report indicates that the EU is slow to adopt alternate truck fuels. Indian logistics startups are flourishing. Chinese logistics firms that help Chinese businesses relocate are winners in the US-China trade war.
Brian Straight
Thursday, May 23, 2019
A TMS is now a critical tool in inventory and fulfillment management
Inefficient warehouse operations lead to confusion, delays and added cost. By incorporating a TMS, shippers can gain better data and improve the end-to-end process of warehouse and shipping management.
Mark Solomon
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
GM looks to expand `in-car’ delivery program to other carrier partners and retailers
GM looks to expand its in-car delivery program to other carriers and retailers besides its relationship with Amazon
John Gallagher
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Uber seeks approval for San Diego drone deliveries
Request follows FAA approval for Google drones in Virginia.
Mark Solomon
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Amazon to build Florida air facility at $100 million price tag
Amazon.com has inked a 20-year, $100 million deal to build an air cargo complex in Lakeland, Fla. near the center of the state.
Brian Straight
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Today’s Pickup: Saudi Arabia completes shipment using blockchain; teen trucker proposal faces scrutiny
Saudi Arabia Customs successfully transported a container to the Port of Rotterdam using blockchain for the packing list and commercial documents.
Mark Solomon
Monday, May 20, 2019
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal challenging USPS parcel cost structure
US Supreme Court denies petition by UPS to review US Postal Service’s accounting cost structure
Brian Straight
Monday, May 20, 2019
Furniture grabs a seat at the e-commerce delivery table
Consumers are increasingly purchasing furniture and other large, bulky items online, forcing last-mile delivery providers to adapt.
Mark Solomon
Friday, May 17, 2019
Amazon leads $575 million funding round for U.K. food deliverer Deliveroo
Amazon.com is the lead partner in a $575 million Series G funding round for UK food delivery firm Deliver
Mark Solomon
Thursday, May 16, 2019
XPO shareholders reject union bid to separate chair, CEO positions
XPO shareholders reject Teamsters union proposal to split company’s chairman and CEO roles.
Mark Solomon
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
UPS completes major modernization of Louisville ground hub
UPS completes major modernization of its ground hub in Louisville, a key node in its network
Mark Solomon
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Amazon breaks ground at Kentucky air hub
Amazon.com breaks ground on its air hub in Cincinnati suburb of Hebron, Ky