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July 11, 2025 11:07 am Published by ebb Logistics Since early 2025, FedEx has been implementing Network 2.0, merging Express and Ground networks. In March 2025, eight more locations closed or reduced staff across TN, IL, VA, and WV. 📦 FedEx July 2025 Facility Closures & Layoffs 1. Greensboro, North Carolina Facility: Package distribution center Impacted Employees: 164 Effective: Announced June, effective July Reason: Network [...]
July 10, 2025 10:14 pm Published by ebb Logistics FedEx has announced new peak-season demand surcharges effective from September 29, 2025 through January 18, 2026. These surcharges apply to U.S. domestic services and will affect virtually all shippers, especially those handling high volumes of residential deliveries, large packages, or shipping during the holiday rush. 🔍 Key Surcharges and Dates Additional Handling Surcharge: $8.25 per [...]
July 7, 2025 12:38 pm Published by ebb Logistics Carrier competition is heating up — and that’s a win for shippers. The 2024 Parcel Shipping Index reveals a dynamic shift in the parcel industry. While parcel volumes continue to grow, revenue per parcel is dipping, creating a highly competitive environment that’s giving shippers more leverage than ever before. 📈 Parcel Growth Outpaces Revenue U.S. [...]
July 4, 2025 2:38 pm Published by ebb Logistics As we celebrate the 4th of July, ebb Logistics reflects on the core values that have shaped our nation—freedom, resilience, and progress. These principles not only define the American spirit but also guide the way we serve our clients every day. This Independence Day, we honor the strength and determination that have built our country—and [...]
July 4, 2025 1:50 pm Published by ebb Logistics Historic Move as Volumes Drop and Costs Rise In a landmark decision, UPS is offering voluntary early-retirement buyouts to its full-time U.S. delivery drivers—the first such move in its 117-year history. This follows a 3.5% year-over-year drop in U.S. package volume and significant labor cost increases. UPS’s stock has also taken a hit, down roughly [...]
July 3, 2025 1:06 pm Published by ebb Logistics Effective July 13, 2025, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will implement new pricing across several services, continuing its efforts to achieve financial sustainability under the Delivering for America plan. The average increase across mailing services will be approximately 7.4%, with notable changes in First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, and competitive shipping products. 📬 First-Class Mail [...]
June 26, 2025 12:43 pm Published by ebb Logistics FedEx closed fiscal year 2025 with a solid finish, demonstrating resilience despite global economic challenges, trade disruptions, and the expiration of its U.S. Postal Service contract. The company remains focused on cost reductions, operational transformation, and enhancing flexibility to navigate shifting trade patterns. Key Takeaways from Q4 2025 Revenue: $22.2 billion (up 1% year-over-year) Adjusted [...]
June 23, 2025 1:09 pm Published by ebb Logistics Effective August 17, 2025, UPS will make important changes to how it applies Large Package Surcharges (LPS) and Additional Handling Charges (AHC) on domestic shipments. These updates may significantly impact shippers who handle oversized or heavyweight items. What’s Changing? 🔹 Large Package Surcharge (LPS) UPS will no longer apply LPS using the traditional length + [...]
June 23, 2025 12:48 pm Published by ebb Logistics It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Frederick W. Smith, the pioneering founder of FedEx, who died on June 21, 2025, at the age of 80 in Memphis, Tennessee AP News. A Hero in Business and Service Born August 11, 1944, in Marks, Mississippi, Smith studied economics at Yale University. His senior thesis [...]
June 19, 2025 3:30 pm Published by ebb Logistics UPS is adjusting its fuel surcharge rates once again, impacting Ground, Ground Saver, and Domestic Air services. Effective June 23, 2025, the surcharge for many parcel shippers will rise to 18.75%, depending on fuel index levels. 📊 Rate Comparison Ground / Ground Saver Pre–May 2025: ~17.75% May 26, 2025: ~19.00% June 23, 2025: 18.75% Domestic [...]
