While most of us are wrapping up summer vacation, UPS already has its mind on the peak holiday season. On Friday, August 16, UPS announced its surcharges for the 2019 peak season. If you ship with UPS, you’ll want to take note. It also needs to be[…]
In 2019, many logistics and transportation trends center around increasing visibility and higher service levels — for both service providers and their customers.
Capacity in the freight market is tight due to a few factors, including a strong economy and strong freight demand. When these are coupled with the current truck driver shortage, it’s evident why space on trucks is at a premium. Many shippers are[…]
On August 9, 2019, UPS announced a rate change concerning International Export Fuel surcharges. The announcement states that UPS will increase the International Export Fuel Surcharge 1.0% for all thresholds starting on August 26. This follows the[…]
Most small parcel shippers are overpaying their carriers, and chances are, it’s by a lot. But there are things that can be done to get more competitive rates and prevent this from happening. For example, small parcel shippers who prepare properly[…]