UPS matches FedEx with dimensional weight change
UPS will begin rounding all fractional measurements for package dimensions up to the next whole inch starting Aug. 18, matching a move announced by rival FedEx last month. The new calculations affect any package dimension, including length, width and height. “For example, if the length of a package is 11.1 inches, that package will be […]
How FedEx’s Freight Spinoff Could Impact Shipper Contracts
FedEx’s upcoming spinoff of its trucking unit is poised to shake up some of the carrier’s contract agreements, opening the door for shippers to consider new less-than-truckload options. The company is preparing to carve out FedEx Freight into a separate entity by June 2026. The bulk of the LTL carrier’s volume is tied to standalone […]