Aug 26, 2025 · 2 min read

Ho Ho Holiday Surcharges at USPS up to $16

For the first time, the United States Postal Service has announced holiday surcharges for parcels shipped between 10/5 and 1/18/26, similar to surcharges implemented by UPS and FedEx for the last several years.

James Founding Partner

Aug 19, 2025 · 2 min read

Dimension Round-Up: UPS is Rounding Up

UPS follows FedEx's lead and will now round UP all measurements for dimensional weight calculation

Loretta Operations & Strategy

Aug 5, 2025 · 2 min read

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

Jul 29, 2025 · 2 min read

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

Jul 22, 2025 · 2 min read

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

Jul 15, 2025 · 2 min read

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

Jul 8, 2025 · 2 min read

Teamsters Furious About UPS Driver Buyout Offers

On July 3, UPS announced that, due to reconfigurations, all drivers are now eligible for a voluntary buyout offer, and the Teamsters union isn't having it.

Brittany ShipRx Contributer

Jul 8, 2025 · 2 min read

FedEx Network 2.0 - Where Things Stand Today

FedEx's CEO provides an update on the status of Network 2.0 and what's next for its massive network overhaul

Mike ShipRx Partner

Jun 17, 2025 · 2 min read

Ain't No Cure for the Summer Tariff Blues

As a result of President Trump's desire to reshore U.S. manufacturing and increase revenues on imports, tariff rates hit their highest level in more than 100 years, increasing from 2.5% to an estimated 27%. Even businesses that didn't expect tariffs to impact them are feeling the pain of increased material costs, customs delays, administrative burdens, and shipping surprises.

Loretta Operations & Strategy