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A US robotics manufacturer calls for changes in manufacturing practices due to concerns about expenses.
High costs are hindering U.S. manufacturers' competitiveness in the industrial robot market, as noted by Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard at a recent congressional hearing. He highlighted that U.S. parts
Read MoreUPS and FedEx have increased fuel surcharge rates for their domestic ground shipments.
UPS and FedEx have raised their fuel surcharges amid the holiday shipping season, reflecting ongoing pricing pressures. FedEx's increase, effective immediately, is a 1.5% hike for domestic packages an
Read MoreUnilode marks the inauguration of its new maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in the UK.
Unilode Aviation Solutions has launched a new 27,000 sq ft MRO facility at Stud Brook Business Park in Castle Donnington, UK, aimed at enhancing its support for over 90 airlines. This state-of-the-art
Read MoreLufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo initiate a new partnership.
Lufthansa Cargo and Swiss WorldCargo are entering a strategic partnership to enhance customer value by aligning their commercial and operational strengths while maintaining their distinct brands. This
Read MoreTikTok Shop enhances shipping options through the Postal Service for its sellers.
Starting January, TikTok Shop will mandate that all U.S. Postal Service shipping labels be purchased and printed through TikTok Shipping, affecting sellers' fulfillment processes. While sellers can st
Read MoreCan manufacturers of artificial Christmas trees enhance their offerings for next year?
This Christmas season, many households are opting for artificial trees due to their convenience and cost-effectiveness, with 83% of U.S. families choosing them. The industry, heavily reliant on import
Read MoreTariffs continue to be a central source of uncertainty, according to PMI.
In November, the manufacturing industry faced increased uncertainty due to tariff-related supply chain issues, resulting in a contraction with a Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) of 48.2%. This decline
Read MoreCH Robinson increases its footprint in El Paso, TX, driven by growth in cross-border trade.
C.H. Robinson Worldwide has expanded its warehousing and cross-docking space in El Paso, Texas, by over 450,000 square feet to enhance cross-border operations, particularly benefiting the exporting re
Read MoreBIFA provides feedback on the Budget.
The Budget presents a mix of modest support and significant concerns for the freight and international trade sectors. Positive aspects include the continuation of the 5p fuel duty cut until August 202
Read MoreWFS collaborates with JetPak.
Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), part of SATS, is enhancing its E-Commerce & Freight Forwarder Handling services in Denmark by partnering with JetPak for nationwide road transport. With over 40 years
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