Shipping

Freight transport is the physical process of transporting commodities and merchandise goods and cargo. The term shipping originally referred to transport by sea but in American English, it has been extended to refer to transport by land or air as well.

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ChannelEngine Integrates ShipStation Platform for eCommerce Merchants
ChannelEngine Integrates ShipStation Platform for eCommerce Merchants
November 08, 2023  |  Partnerships

Shipping software firm ShipStation is integrating its shipping platform into the ChannelEngine marketplace.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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FedEx Nudges Pilots to Airline Jobs Amid Shipping Lull
FedEx Nudges Pilots to Airline Jobs Amid Shipping Lull
November 06, 2023  |  Shipping

With shipping rates down, FedEx is telling its pilots to seek employment elsewhere. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Maersk Cuts Another 3,500 Jobs Amid Shipping Industry’s ‘New Normal’
Maersk Cuts Another 3,500 Jobs Amid Shipping Industry’s ‘New Normal’
November 03, 2023  |  Shipping

Maersk is eliminating another 3,500 positions after having reduced its headcount by 6,500 throughout the year. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Supply Chain Tech Startups Seek Alternatives as VC Funding Slows
Supply Chain Tech Startups Seek Alternatives as VC Funding Slows
November 02, 2023  |  Startups

Supply chain technology startups are reportedly facing a challenging environment as venture capital (VC) firms reduce funding for these companies. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Report: Flexport Works to Rebuild Customer Trust After Complaints
Report: Flexport Works to Rebuild Customer Trust After Complaints
November 02, 2023  |  Shipping

Flexport, a San Francisco-based shipping startup, is reportedly facing skepticism from important customers and a drop in revenue. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Flexport Bolsters its Position in Digital Freight with Convoy Acquisition
Flexport Bolsters its Position in Digital Freight with Convoy Acquisition
November 01, 2023  |  Acquisitions

San Francisco-based digital freight startup, Flexport, has made a significant move in the logistics industry by acquiring Convoy, a Seattle-based trucking startup, according to media...

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Free Shipping Has Its Costs for Merchants, Supply Chains and Consumers
Free Shipping Has Its Costs for Merchants, Supply Chains and Consumers
October 31, 2023  |  Shipping

Nothing’s really free in life, as the old saying goes.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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AutoNation Launches eCommerce Platform for Auto Parts and Accessories
AutoNation Launches eCommerce Platform for Auto Parts and Accessories
October 31, 2023  |  eCommerce

Automotive retailer AutoNation has launched a new eCommerce website that allows customers to purchase auto parts and accessories. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Nearly Half of US Consumers Cite Free Shipping as Key Feature When Choosing a Merchant
Nearly Half of US Consumers Cite Free Shipping as Key Feature When Choosing a Merchant
October 31, 2023  |  Retail

As inflationary pressures continue to impact household budgets, U.S. consumers are taking measures to trim their expenses and prioritize cost-saving shopping features when choosing a...

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