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It was just a break.... UPS considers reuniting with USPS

Ross and Rachel from Friends apparently weren’t the only ones to get back together after a break. During its Q2 earnings call, UPS announced that the end of its contract with USPS for Ground Saver (formerly SurePost) may have been just a break, not a breakup.

Mike ShipRx Partner

FedEx Math - Game of Dimensions

Have you ever felt cheated opening a potato chip bag to find it’s mostly air? FedEx is the latest to join the club of companies charging more for less. Beginning August 18, the carrier is making changes to how it calculates dimensional weights. Spoiler alert: it’s in FedEx’s favor.

Loretta Operations & Strategy

Forget the Cowbell, More Surcharges

Over the past couple of years, shippers have held the power as parcel volume dropped following the pandemic surge. The balance of power has shifted lately as UPS and FedEx focus on higher margin packages.

Todd ShipRx Partner

Prepare Your Wallet: FedEx Demand Surcharges Are Here

FedEx pushed up its announcement about peak season demand charges by a month this year. Shippers should take advantage of the advanced notice to prepare as these fees are going to be felt WELL before seasonal volume ticks upward.

James Founding Partner