Target steps up next-day parcel delivery as discounter tries to narrow gap with rivals
Target plans to add another 20 more cities for next-day delivery by next year, the company said.
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Postal traffic to US plunged as tariffs hit cheap goods, U.N. agency says
The new rules place the burden of customs duty collection and remittance on transportation carriers or U.S. Customs and Border Protection-approved third parties, the Switzerland-based UPU said.
Mexico suspending postal shipments to United States over latest tariff confusion
With the announcement, Mexico joins several European and other countries, including Australia and Japan, in suspending the shipments to the U.S. amid confusion over new import duties.
European postal services suspend shipment of packages to US over tariffs
The end of an exemption on tariff duties for low-value packages coming into the United States is causing multiple international postal services to pause shipping as they await more clarity on the rule.
Savvy criminals fueling a spike in cargo thefts
Criminals have begun adopting technology—everything from telephone spoofing to artificial intelligence—that turbocharges their ability to steal cargo in a host of new ways.
HarperCollins Publishers to build $160M, 1.6M square foot warehouse in Brownsburg
The facility is expected to create at least 400 supply-chain jobs and an additional 375 construction jobs, according to the publishing company.
Amazon expands its perishable delivery service, putting pressure on traditional grocers
The move marks one of the most significant grocery expansions for the online retailer as Amazon introduces thousands of perishable food items into its existing logistics network.
Target to eliminate 201 jobs at Indianapolis distribution facility
Target is ending fulfillment operations at its massive distribution facility near Indianapolis International Airport, but most of the employees there will land new jobs with the company, the retailer said.
At Amazon’s Greenwood warehouse, humans and robots work side by side
While robots are not taking over warehouses, experts say, they are making processes faster, safer and easier on the workers.
US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances
Drones are already used in a variety of ways, including bolstering search and rescue operations, applying fertilizer, inspecting power lines and railroad bridges and delivering packages.
Fishers freight company accuses former workers of stealing customer
CapLink Logistics Inc. filed the lawsuit on July 25 in Hamilton Commercial Court against two former employees, accusing them of fraud, breach of contract, unfair competition and conspiracy.
Amazon extends Prime Day discounts to 4 days as retailers weigh tariff-related price increases
Amazon’s past success with using Prime Day to drive sales and attract new members spurred other major retail chains to schedule competing sales in July. Best Buy, Target and Walmart are repeating the practice this year.
Temu sales plunge 25% in United States, but rival Shein sees growth
Temu’s sales decline in the U.S. is deepening as the online marketplace drastically cuts spending on advertising targeting American consumers, signaling a shift in focus after President Donald Trump’s tariff barrage.
Herff Jones plans $8M Indianapolis expansion, new distribution facility
Herff Jones plans to expand and modernize its headquarters in Indianapolis while growing its workforce.
Carmel-based enVista to establish New Zealand presence
Carmel-based enVista, a supply-chain and enterprise technology consulting firm, plans to invest in the New Zealand-based company as a way to expand into the Asia/Pacific region.
Truck driver lawsuits alleging negligence by Amazon heading back to Hamilton County court
The cases stem from two separate incidents in 2022, in which drivers were having trouble locating where to make deliveries at an Amazon fulfillment center in Mt. Comfort.
Plainfield-based logistics company acquired by DHL Supply Chain
Founded in 1960, IDS offers fulfillment services and transportation management, shipping 50,000 packages daily.
UPS to cut 20,000 jobs, close some facilities as it reduces number of Amazon shipments
UPS anticipates closing 73 leased and owned buildings by the end of June.
‘Predatory’ towing restrictions revived in Indiana Senate committee
Three Hoosier trucking companies testified before the committee, detailing recent bills from towing companies.
Postal Service to work with DOGE on reform, cut 10,000 workers
The agency previously announced plans to cut its operating costs by more than $3.5 billion annually.