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(9 articles)UPS Hikes Holiday Surcharges for 2026 Amid 24% Q4 Volume Jump
UPS is implementing elevated surcharges for the 2026 holiday season, effective as early as September 27, as the carrier braces for a substantial 24% increase in U.S. parcel volume from Q3 to Q4. This
USPS Plans 6% Peak Season Surcharge for Holiday Parcels
The U.S. Postal Service has announced a 6% peak season surcharge on domestic parcel services—Priority Mail, Priority Mail Express, Ground Advantage, and Parcel Select—effective October 4 through Janua
Carriers Tighten Q4 Capacity as Holiday Demand Peaks
As fourth-quarter peak season approaches, carriers are implementing stringent capacity management protocols to balance surging holiday demand against persistent driver shortages and equipment constrai
Holiday Season Shipping Guide: Prepare for Peak Demand
DHL has released guidance specifically addressing the operational challenges that arise during the holiday shipping season, a critical period when e-commerce and retail demand typically peaks. This gu
FedEx Raises Holiday Shipping Fees With New Demand Surcharges
FedEx has announced holiday shipping fee increases and introduced new demand surcharges across its U.S. network, a move that reflects intensifying cost pressures during peak season demand periods. Thi
FedEx Raises Holiday Shipping Fees With New Demand Surcharges
FedEx has announced increased holiday shipping fees and introduced new demand surcharges across its U.S. network, directly impacting the cost structure for e-commerce and retail logistics operations d
Amazon 2026 Holiday Fees: Peak Season Pricing Impact
Amazon has announced its fulfillment fee structure for the 2026 holiday season, effective October 15, with the company maintaining its existing 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge during the peak period
FedEx Returns Full MD-11 Capacity Ahead of Peak Season
FedEx is systematically restoring its MD-11 cargo aircraft fleet to full operational capacity following a comprehensive grounding in November. CEO Raj Subramaniam announced that the carrier began rein
Holiday Shipping Delays Threaten Christmas Delivery Deadlines
Holiday season shipping capacity is reaching critical strain levels, with carriers and logistics providers warning that congestion could prevent on-time Christmas delivery for many retailers and consu