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UPSUPS Just Raised Fuel Surcharges, Again!
Effective March 9th, UPS is increasing its Domestic Ground Fuel Surcharge (FSC) by 1%. That’s the 11th FSC increase in under two and a half years. UPS trailed FedEx by 0.5% on fuel surcharges since January 5th. With this move, UPS leaps ahead of FedEx by that same margin.
DHLParcel Shipping Costs Are Rising. DHL’s Latest Results Show Why
If you ship parcels, the global logistics market just gave you another signal. Parcel Shipping Costs are rising. Networks are shifting. Carriers are tightening margins. The latest DHL Group financial results show exactly how the parcel industry is evolving.
USPSUSPS Cash Crisis Could Reshape Parcel Shipping
Parcel shippers depend on stability. Stable networks. Stable pricing. Reliable delivery. That stability may be under pressure as the U.S. Postal Service faces a growing financial crisis that could ripple across the entire parcel market. A recent Reuters report warns that the U.S.
UPSUPS Worldport Becomes the World’s Largest Express Air Cargo Hub
UPS has overtaken FedEx to claim the title of the world’s largest express air cargo hub. The shift places UPS Worldport in Louisville, Kentucky ahead of FedEx’s long dominant Memphis hub based on total express cargo volume and weight.
USPSUSPS Pilots Photo Proof of Delivery in Select Cities
USPS Pilots Photo Proof of Delivery in Select Cities The United States Postal Service is testing a new delivery feature that lets carriers take photos as proof that a package was delivered. This pilot is live in parts of Phoenix, New York City, Dallas, and Fargo, North Dakota.
FedExFedEx Sues the U.S. Government Over Tariff Refunds.
FedEx has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government seeking refunds of tariffs paid under a trade program that was later ruled unlawful by the Supreme Court. The case centers on tariffs imposed during the Trump administration using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, known as IEEPA. FedEx filed its complaint in the U.S.
USPSUSPS Midyear 2026 Changes
United States Postal Service published its July 2026 Release to outline mid year pricing, system, and compliance updates. These changes affect parcel pricing, electronic documentation, and operational processing. The release also includes updates to Mail.dat and Mail.XML specifications that parcel shippers must follow to remain compliant.
UPSUPS Driver Buyout Legal Rulings and Updates
A U.S. federal judge has allowed UPS to move forward with a voluntary buyout program that offers eligible unionized drivers $150,000, plus earned retirement benefits. The Teamsters union tried to block the program. The court declined to issue an injunction, which means UPS can proceed while the dispute continues through arbitration and litigation.
FedExFedEx Network 2.0 Is Accelerating
FedEx is accelerating its Network 2.0 overhaul across the U.S. and Canada. The plan includes closing more than 475 stations by 2027. This is a structural shift that can impact pickup coverage, transit times, and cost management for parcel shippers.
FedExFedEx 2026 Investor Day.
FedEx used its 2026 Investor Day to reinforce a multi-year plan centered on network transformation, stronger operating performance, and targeted growth. The message for shippers is simple. FedEx is prioritizing profitability, operational efficiency, and higher-value freight and parcel segments. That shift changes how you should manage rates, service expectations, and carrier mix.
UPSTeamsters Lawsuit Puts UPS Shippers on Notice
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters has filed a lawsuit against UPS, alleging a breach of the current National Master Agreement. The dispute centers on UPS offering buyout programs that the union says violate contract terms and undermine union protections. This is not just a labor headline. It is a parcel risk signal.
USPSUSPS Reports First Quarter FY 2026 Results
USPS released its first quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results. The headline matters for parcel shippers because it signals continued pressure on pricing, network costs, and future service strategy. Read the release here: USPS Reports First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Results.
ParcelVisibility Is Not Enough. Why Parcel Shippers Need Logistics Intelligence in 2026
Global supply chains face rising complexity and higher customer expectations. The 2026 Future of Logistics Intelligence report makes the central point clear. Visibility is now table stakes. Parcel shippers need logistics intelligence that turns data into decisions.
USPSUSPS Is No Longer the Default
Many parcel shippers are entering 2026 frustrated with USPS. Costs keep rising. Fee structures keep changing. Tracking varies by region. Service reliability depends heavily on destination ZIP codes. What once felt predictable now feels uncertain. The Changing Role of USPS USPS still has a place. It can work for specific weights, delivery windows, and destinations.
ParcelCarson Brown Captures ASA STARS Victory
Carson Brown kicked off his 2026 ASA STARS National Tour season with a strong win in the 27th Annual SIG Sauer Academy Clyde Hart Memorial 200 at New Smyrna Speedway. He started third, battled through the field, took the lead, and earned the cowboy hat in victory lane.
FedExInPost, Advent, FedEx, A&R and PPF announce agreement
FedEx, Advent, FedEx A&R, and PPF announced an agreement on a recommended all-cash offer for all issued and outstanding InPost shares at an offer price of EUR 15.60 per share. Read the announcement here: FedEx Newsroom release.
UPSUPS Zone Changes Are Quietly Raising Your Shipping Costs
Multiple Zone Updates in Three Years If you ship with UPS, your costs have likely changed more than you realize. UPS implemented multiple zone chart updates on the following dates.
OnTracOnTrac Updates AHS and LPS Surcharge Rates
Regional parcel carriers are adjusting their pricing structures, and your shipping budget may be at risk. OnTrac has announced updated Additional Handling Surcharge (AHS) and Large Package Surcharge (LPS) rates, effective March 7, 2026. For shippers who rely on OnTrac’s regional network strength, these zone-based increases demand immediate attention and proactive cost management.
ParcelSimple Shipping Cost Is Not Always Smart
FedEx OneRate Increased Again. Simple Is Not Always Smart for Parcel Shipping Costs. FedEx quietly made a move that matters to anyone shipping parcels at scale. On January 19, 2026, FedEx increased FedEx OneRate pricing. In many cases, those increases exceeded the published general rate increase of 5.9 percent.
UPSUPS Restructuring
UPS is reshaping its business. It is reducing low-margin volume, adjusting its network, and prioritizing higher-margin segments. These moves can change cost, service, and capacity dynamics for parcel shippers. Source:Wall Street Jounral What This Means for Parcel Shippers Capacity can shift by region and lane.
UPSUPS Q4 2025 Earnings
UPS Financial Results and Outlook UPS reported Q4 2025 revenue of $24.5 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.38, exceeding analyst expectations. Revenue per piece increased in both domestic and international segments despite softer overall volume. For full year 2025, UPS generated $88.7 billion in revenue with operating margins near 9.8 percent.
FedExFedEx Plans New Memphis Sorting Facility
FedEx has submitted plans to build a new five-story, 1.6 million square foot eCommerce small package sorting facility at its Memphis World Hub. The project is nicknamed “Hercules.” It would sit adjacent to the existing hub infrastructure and link to the recently built facility known as “The Captain” via an elevated bridge.
FedExFedEx Didn’t Win With Planes. It Won With a New Definition of Time.
Why the Classic Story Is Incomplete Most histories say FedEx beat UPS, USPS, and DHL because of airplanes and hubs. That is only half true. The real competition was not between companies. It was between mental models of time. Three Rivals, Three Operating Logics UPS: Cost Logic UPS mastered ground efficiency. Routes, density, discipline.
FedExFedEx Signals a Structural Shift in Global Trade.
In a recent Corner Office interview with The New York Times, FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam described the current environment as an era of “re globalization.” His point was direct. Global commerce is not stopping. It is reorganizing. For parcel shippers, this changes how you should model cost, manage service risk, and build carrier strategy.
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