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Last-Mile Delivery

DHL outsources last-mile parcel delivery to US Postal Service for $10B

A new $10 billion delivery contract with DHL eCommerce is an example of how the U.S. Postal Service under new Postmaster General David Steiner is trying to be more responsive to the shipping needs of online retailers and their logistics partners.

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Last-Mile Delivery

Amazon tests e-cargo bikes in Washington, D.C.

Amazon is making deliveries in the District of Columbia using battery-powered cargo bikes, part of a broader micromobility policy aimed at reducing emissions, noise and congestion in cities.

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USPS, letter carriers head to mediation for new contract

The U.S. Postal Service and its largest block of unionized letter carriers are headed to mediation over a new contract.

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Australia Post to raise stamp prices by 9%

Australia Post is raising stamp prices to stem losses.

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Last-Mile Delivery

Sen. Cotton urges DOJ investigation of China-backed parcel carriers

Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas is calling for an investigation into Chinese-controlled parcel delivery companies in the U.S., saying they receive heavy subsidies that allow them to underprice domestic carriers and could be sharing critical U.S. market data with the Chinese government.

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E-commerce & Fulfillment

Walmart credits fast delivery, third-party marketplace for revenue gains

Walmart’s sophisticated supply chain system is allowing it to speed up delivery speeds to customers who order online. The extra convenience was a key factor in the company’s 26% gain in e-commerce sales during the first quarter.

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USPS Employee Service Line

1-877-477-3273  |  TDD/TYY: 1-866-260-7507
PostalEASE (1); Bidding (2); Unscheduled Leave (4); Shared Services (5)

USPS National Employee Emergency Hotline: 1-888-363-7462

(enter the first 3 digits of your work location’s ZIP Code for facility and reporting information)

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