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Striking a balance between sustainability and efficiency: Insights on home delivery during the pandemic period.
The study investigates how e-commerce retailers balanced sustainability with delivery expectations during the COVID-19 pandemic by interviewing logistics and e-commerce companies and surveying consume
Read MoreRetail sales experienced an increase in October, according to reports from the Commerce Department and the National Retail Federation (NRF).
October retail sales showed positive growth, with total sales reaching $718.9 billion, a 0.4% increase from September and a 2.8% rise year-over-year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and National R
Read MoreAvianca Cargo introduces a new brand centered around customer service.
Avianca Cargo has launched a new brand concept focused on enhancing customer service with the tagline “Avianca Cargo, we are doing it for you.” The airline has positioned itself among the top six carg
Read MorePitney Bowes lays off 2,300 employees as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce costs.
Pitney Bowes has laid off approximately 2,300 employees in the third quarter as part of a broader "cost rationalization" strategy aimed at reducing expenses within its SendTech and Presort business un
Read MoreAs Trump makes a comeback, inflation could also increase.
A potential second Trump administration could bring significant volatility to the retail sector, characterized by both opportunities and uncertainties, according to analysts. Tariffs, particularly the
Read MoreThe automation gap at ILA-USMX has once more brought negotiations to a standstill.
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have stalled negotiations on their master contract, with a deadline looming on January 15. Key issues
Read MoreThe EL9 hybrid-electric airplane transforms the way people and goods are transported.
Electra has introduced the EL9 Ultra Short hybrid-electric aircraft, designed to revolutionize regional air travel by accommodating nine passengers and cargo. It requires minimal space for takeoff and
Read MoreILA and USMX are still in discussions regarding the Master Contract, but significant disagreements persist concerning technology and automation issues.
The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) have resumed negotiations for a new Master Contract ahead of a January 15, 2025 deadline, but signific
Read MoreThe Freight Report for November from ITS Logistics highlights persistent congestion and tariff issues in the US Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index.
The November ITS Logistics US Port/Rail Ramp Freight Index highlights various factors affecting ocean shipping, including elections, anticipated tariffs, and labor issues. It assesses port and rail op
Read MoreUber Freight introduces Broker Access to simplify load booking and enhance broker productivity.
Uber Freight, based in Chicago, has launched a new service called Broker Access, enabling brokers to digitally book and manage loads while maintaining sole control over them. This offering aims to enh
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