Amazon is considering a $15 billion warehouse expansion plan that would add approximately 80 new logistics facilities across U.S. cities and rural areas, Bloomberg reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. What’s Related The proposed facilities would primarily be delivery hubs, with some including large, automated fulfillment centers. The company is currently seeking proposals […]
New York City is proposing new zoning regulations that could reshape how last-mile delivery hubs are developed, particularly in areas close to residential neighborhoods. The proposed amendment would require a special permit for any new parcel delivery facility larger than 50,000 square feet in manufacturing, mixed-use, or commercial zoning districts that are near housing. What’s […]
In March 2025, online grocery sales in the U.S. reached $9.7 billion, a 21% increase compared to the previous year. According to the latest data from Brick Meets Click, the increase was driven by a substantial rise in delivery orders. What’s Related Delivery volume jumped more than 30% year-over-year, fueled by ongoing promotions and a […]
President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariff hikes for most U.S. trading partners, dialing back his administration’s latest trade measures amid increasing concerns from businesses and global allies. The move keeps a flat 10% tariff in place for most countries, but excludes China, where tariffs have now surged to 125%. What’s Related “We […]
The Women in Manufacturing Association (WiM) and the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) have announced a new partnership to boost support, collaboration, and professional growth for women in manufacturing and engineering. What’s Related As part of the initiative, the two organizations are offering a special membership discount to individuals who join both groups. The goal […]
Amid new tariffs and rising trade tensions, the Trump administration has revived a familiar demand: Bring iPhone manufacturing home. What’s Related Speaking at a press conference earlier this week, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “Absolutely. [Trump] believes we have the labor, we have the workforce, we have the resources to do it.” She […]
When companies invest in automation, the hard work doesn’t stop after the sale. According to Dematic’s Warren Arnold and Joe Shaw, long-term success depends on planning ahead, preparing your people, and executing with flexibility. In this Q&A, they break down what goes wrong, how to avoid it, and what every company should budget for in […]
Louisiana’s Plaquemines Port has a new name: the Louisiana Gateway Port. The new name reflects the Port’s growing popularity in global trade and its plan to become one of the top five U.S. ports by tonnage within five years. What’s Related Located at the closest point on the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico, the […]
Walmart has officially launched drone delivery in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, teaming up with Zipline to offer 30-minute drop-offs from its Supercenter in Mesquite, Texas. The free service is now available to residents within a 2-mile radius of the store, with plans to expand across the metroplex. What’s Related This marks Zipline’s first full-scale launch […]
Evans Distribution Systems Increases Operational Efficiency & Customer Satisfaction Since 1929, Evans Distribution Systems has operated as a leading third-party logistics provider throughout Michigan and neighboring states. With a fleet of 125 trucks (including cargo vans, sprinter vans, small and large straight trucks, etc.), and operating around the clock, Evans Distribution Systems has a lot […]
