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Pitney Bowes Parcel Shipping Index predicts record numbers ahead

Pitney Bowes found that U.S. parcel volumes grew 6% last year, and more growth is forecast for the next five years.

A California trucking and logistics company, which contracts with the U.S. Postal Service to haul mail, recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

A 67-year-old Missouri trucking company that hauled mail for USPS shut down and filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy after losing contracts.

The Postal Service will begin to shift first-class package delivery times on May 1.

In its initial order for the next-generation delivery vehicle, the Postal Service surprised by ordering a mix of powertrains that includes 20% electric vehicles among the 50,000-vehicle order.

Fake timestamps helped UPS collect full payment for U.S. Postal Service deliveries, federal authorities say.

The U.S. Postal Service wants to grab a larger share of the parcel business, and it is rolling out programs designed to do just that.

A U.S. Postal Service evaluation concluded that electric vehicles make sense for its next-generation delivery vehicle, but a short time frame and lack of funding require the deployment of gasoline-powered vehicles initially.

The U.S. Postal Service is expanding a pilot program that will offer small businesses next-day and even same-day shipping at affordable prices.

While major parcel carriers offer a one-size-fits-all service under the guise of simplification, ACI Logistix applies a consultative approach.

The Postal Service, bogged down by delivery delays and staff shortages, is taking on a monumental task from Washington –– can it succeed?

If shopping in 2021 could be summed up in one word, it would be e-commerce. Online shopping has had profound effects on the global economy.

Organic growth also has been key to the growth and continued success of LGSTX Services.

This week: Love’s distributes meals and OKC Thunder tickets to military families; a trucking insurance company announces its driver of the year; and the U.S. Postal Service asks for help answering letters to Santa Claus.

As Christmas grows closer, these are the dates you should know while contemplating when to ship your gifts.

After a big week for same-day delivery services, here’s a look at the past, present and future of the same-day market.

On the heels of a short seller’s takedown, Workhorse halts electric van deliveries and recalls units already in customer hands.

Seasonal hiring begins as transportation providers plan for another big peak season. FedEx is looking to add 90,000 workers.

The nationwide carrier knows that peak demand is on the horizon, and it’s in need of a bit of assistance.