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ParcelCarson Brown’s First TA2 Series Win at VIR
Carson Brown Earns First CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series Win in Fourth Start at VIR
DHLGlobal Shopper Survey: Trends Report 2025
DHL surveyed 24,000 shoppers across 24 countries to uncover what’s shaping the future of online retail. The 2025 report highlights how technology, sustainability, and evolving customer expectations are redefining e-commerce worldwide. Key Trends Shaping Online Shopping AI & Technology: Nearly 70% of shoppers want AI-powered tools like virtual try-ons, voice shopping, and smart recommendations.
FedExFedEx Posts Growth in Q1 FY26
FedEx Q1 FY26: What Happened Revenue: ~$22.2B (vs. ~$21.6B YoY). Source Adjusted operating income: ~$1.30B (vs. ~$1.21B YoY). Source Adjusted diluted EPS: $3.83 (vs. ~$3.60 YoY). Source Drivers: Stronger U.S.
UPSUPS Claims & Related Policy Updates
What Changed with UPS Claims in 2025 Updated legal terms for claims and disputes. UPS refreshed its Tariff/Terms & Conditions and the “Claims & Legal Actions” document in 2025, including Individual Binding Arbitration language for many disputes. UPS Terms & Conditions (2025) • Claims & Legal Actions PDF Strict, short filing windows remain emphasized.
UPSUPS Mail Innovations Peak Season Surcharges for 2025
UPS has announced its holiday peak season surcharge schedule for Mail Innovations services. The surcharges will be in effect from October 5, 2025 through January 18, 2026. This period covers the busiest shipping months of the year, including Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the entire holiday shopping season.
FedExFedEx GRI 2026
FedEx Surcharges: What Changed from 2025 to 2026? Effective date: January 5, 2026 (unless noted by FedEx) Biggest % jumps (selected): Remote DAS, AK/HI DAS, Address Correction, Dry Ice, Additional Handling. Quick Summary Most common surcharges rise ~5–8% versus 2025; some categories are higher (AK/HI & Remote DAS).
UPSUPS and American Express Announce Collaboration
On September 10, 2025, UPS and American Express announced an expanded collaboration that bundles logistics and payments benefits for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), timed for the holiday rush and early 2026.
DHLDHL Supply Chain will acquire SDS Rx
DHL Strengthens Healthcare Logistics with SDS Rx Acquisition DHL Supply Chain has agreed to acquire SDS Rx, a U.S. specialist in final-mile healthcare delivery, to deepen its Life Sciences & Healthcare capabilities and expand same-day and time-critical services across the country.
OnTracOnTrac is making big moves in delivery.
OnTrac is a U.S. parcel delivery company specializing in e-commerce last-mile delivery. Their network covers about 70% of the U.S. population, offering coast-to-coast shipping, 7-day delivery (including weekends), and a mix of services like ground, express, and deferred options.
DHLDHL eCommerce Peak Surcharges (2025–2026)
DHL eCommerce announced its Peak Surcharge 2025–2026 schedule for U.S. shippers. The surcharges will be in effect from October 5, 2025, through January 17, 2026. Effective Period Applies to Domestic, Returns, and International services. Dates: Oct 5, 2025 – Jan 17, 2026.
UPSUPS International Processing Fee – September 8, 2025
What’s changing: UPS will add an International Processing Fee of $2.50 per shipment on select U.S. import services requiring customs processing: UPS Worldwide Express® UPS Worldwide Express Plus® UPS Worldwide Express NA1® Why this matters Compounded cost on premium imports: If your inbound mix leans on Express for time-critical goods (e.g., healthcare, high-tech, automotive spares)
ParcelU.S. Ends the De Minimis Rule
Why it matters All e-commerce parcels entering the U.S. are now subject to tariffs, ending the long-standing duty-free threshold for orders ≤ $800. Some overseas sellers have paused U.S. sales, and multiple foreign postal operators have stopped shipping U.S.-bound e-commerce parcels.
UPSUPS 2025 Peak Demand Surcharges
UPS has released its updated Demand Surcharge schedule effective this fall and winter, outlining additional fees that will impact shippers during the busiest shipping weeks of the year.
DHLDHL–Shopify shipping integration
Quick summary DHL has rolled out a direct integration inside Shopify that lets U.S. merchants access DHL eCommerce and DHL Express services without separate carrier setups. The integration brings clearer duty handling (DDP/DDU), end-to-end tracking, and faster cross-border options, making global shipping more accessible to small and midsize sellers.
ParcelCarson Brown Motorsports leads the way – Michigan 300
In the Michigan 300, part of the Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA Stars National Tour, on the Owosso Speedway, Carson Brown of Carson Brown Motorsports led the way in the First Practice with a lap of 14.276.
USPSUSPS Sees 10,500 Employees Accept Early Retirement
The U.S. Postal Service confirmed that roughly 10,500 employees have accepted its voluntary early retirement offer this year. The program included a $15,000 incentive and was available to certain roles, including clerks, mail handlers, maintenance, and IT staff. Departures became effective on April 30, 2025 .
UPSUPS Delays Key Rate Change Updates
UPS has announced a delay in the implementation of significant changes to its Domestic Large Package Surcharge and Additional Handling Charge definitions. Originally scheduled for August 17, 2025, these updates will now take effect on or after December 22, 2025. What’s Changing The postponed adjustments involve redefining how UPS applies certain surcharges.
USPSUSPS Announces Temporary Holiday Shipping Surcharges for 2025
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) for a temporary price change for the 2025 peak holiday season covering select package services. Pending PRC review, the rates would take effect at 12:00 a.m. CT on October 5, 2025 and end at 12:00 a.m. CT on January 18, 2026.
USPSInternational Mail Just Got a Whole Lot More Complicated
In early August, the USPS quietly introduced a change that could ripple across global e-commerce. Buried in their latest Postal Bulletin was an update to the rules for sending commercial goods internationally, one that will require far more detailed shipment data than before.
USPSUSPS Q3 FY2025 Earnings
Key Takeaways for Parcel Shippers – Covering April 1 – June 30, 2025 Overview The U.S. Postal Service reported another challenging quarter, with a larger controllable loss than last year but steady overall revenue.
DHLDHL Defies Soft Market with Strong Q2 Profit Growth
DHL Group delivered a surprisingly strong Q2 2025 performance, proving that disciplined cost management can drive profitability even in a challenging logistics environment.
UPSUPS Follows FedEx by Rounding Up Package Dimensions
UPS is following FedEx’s announcement by announcing a key change that will impact how package dimensions are calculated, and potentially how much you pay. Effective August 18, 2025, UPS will begin rounding up all fractional measurements of a package’s dimensions to the next whole inch.
UPSParcel Carrier Landscape Shifts as UPS and FedEx Pull Back
While UPS and FedEx are streamlining their networks, a growing wave of alternative carriers is actively expanding, reshaping the delivery market in the process. The Legacy Giants: Restructuring in a Soft Market UPS is doubling down on automation and consolidation.
UPSHow FedEx & UPS Are Shaking Up Parcel Shipping
Attention small and mid-sized shippers – major carriers FedEx and UPS are pulling back on traditional parcel discounts and turning to more aggressive pricing strategies focused on profitability. 1. Discounts Are Disappearing FedEx and UPS are significantly reducing commercial discounts, shifting away from volume-based pricing. They’re now prioritizing high-margin orders to appease investors . 2.
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