UPS has implemented numerous surcharge changes since May, increasing pricing pressure for shippers. Key changes include heightened fuel surcharge calculations, a new international fee, and adjustments to ZIP codes for delivery area surcharges. Notably, as of August 17, fees for bulky packages will be based on cubic inches instead of length and girth. Experts indicate that these changes, alongside ongoing fuel surcharge increases, are contributing to rising shipping costs for customers, making it essential for shippers to adapt their strategies to mitigate the impact.

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