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Air Cargo Editor at FreightWaves/American Shipper. Also write about logistics, trade. Previously at Automotive News. Beach volleyball when not working.
Articles by Eric Kulisch
Walmart to take drone delivery nationwide as Zipline raises $1.5B Original
Walmart will significantly scale up its drone delivery network in partnership with Zipline, which will operate the small unmanned aerial vehicles from 300 new store locations and has raised $1.5 billion in new funding to build out a nationwide drone delivery capacity, the companies announced on Thursday.
US Army enlists FedEx to modernize logistics at depots Original
FedEx Corp. has made clear that its future lies with premium B2B logistics services in key industrial verticals that require precision execution, such as automotive, healthcare, aerospace and data centers — not cheap last-mile delivery for online retailers. Add the defense sector to the list of industries the freight transportation giant is targeting for high-margin growth opportunities.
Trade & Tariffs Archives
Adam Wingfield Thursday, November 5, 2026 Behind The Capitol Christmas Tree Is A Kenworth, Four Drivers, And A 2,000 Mile Haul Only Trucking Can Pull Off Every December a towering evergreen rises on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol and gets called the People’s Tree, but before a child from its home state flips the switch to light it, the tree has to survive something most of the public never stops to consider, a journey of more than 2,000 miles […] Read More » Eric Kulisch Thursday, November...
Warehousing Archives
Stuart Chirls Thursday, November 5, 2026 Americold raises full-year outlook as warehouse performance improves Americold Realty Trust raised its full-year earnings outlook Thursday after reporting higher third-quarter revenue.
Emirates rolls out enhanced air cargo service for data center operators Original
The cargo division of Middle East carrier Emirates has introduced a dedicated product designed to facilitate the shipping process for cloud computing companies and suppliers with time-critical AI-related products, which have become a major driver of air cargo demand in the past year.
East Midlands Airport welcomes another Chinese cargo airline Original
A Boeing 747-400 freighter jet operated by Central China Longhao Airlines arrived at East Midlands Airport on Monday, adding to the roster of cargo airlines now using the airport as a gateway to the United Kingdom market. Central China Longhao Airlines will operate twice-weekly flights to East Midlands from Zhengzhou International Airport, the airport said in a news release.
Parcel & Last Mile
Stay Up to Date on the Parcel Industry Unlike freight shipping, which moves goods in large quantities (whole truckloads or shipping containers, for example), parcel shipping moves individual goods essentially one at a time (usually by truck or plane). While both focus on the movement of goods, transportation methods, level of service, and cost can be very different between the two services.
Walmart in $6B Symbiotic deal to automate warehouses Original
Walmart has agreed to expand its commercial agreement with Symbiotic Inc. to automate an additional 25 U.S. regional distribution centers. Symbiotic (NASDAQ: SYM) is an AI-powered warehouse automation and robotics company headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts. Walmart (NASDAQ: WMT) will initially invest about $6 billion over several years to install high-tech equipment for moving cases at multiple locations, the companies said in a news release last week.
Latam Cargo airlifts armored vehicles to Peru for Pope Leo visit Original
Two popemobiles that will be used during Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru arrived on Monday from Brazil aboard a Latam Airlines Group freighter aircraft, part of a special logistics operation carried out under contract to Peru’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and in coordination with General Motors.
FedEx uses dedicated logistics teams to win aerospace, automotive business Original
FedEx Corp.’s recent strategy to focus more on specialized services for companies in industrial sectors with complex logistics requirements, beyond basic parcel delivery, is paying dividends, especially in the aerospace and automotive sectors.
Parcel shipping demand to increase 4% during holidays, ShipMatrix says Original
Parcel carriers will deliver about 2.4 billion packages during the current peak shipping season, up 4% from the same period last year, despite high inflation, according to an estimate from ShipMatrix. The increase in parcel demand is aided by an extra shopping day this holiday season, said ShipMatrix, which helps shippers get more out of their FedEx (NYSE: FDX), UPS (NYSE: UPS) and regional carrier agreements.
Boeing secures lessor order for 767 passenger-to-freighter conversion Original
Boeing will convert a 767-300 passenger jet into a freighter for Icelease, which also took options for up to two more conversions, as the leasing company continues to grow its freighter portfolio, the companies announced on Monday. The first aircraft is scheduled to take its production slot in the first quarter of 2027, with delivery of the converted aircraft expected in the second quarter.
AIT Worldwide snaps up Australian forwarder involved in big tech buildout Original
AIT Worldwide Logistics announced late Sunday night it has acquired Australian freight forwarder Connor Anderson International, giving the fast-growing Chicago-based freight forwarder a significant foothold in the Oceania market and the ability to capitalize on the boom in data center construction there. Connor Anderson manages air, ocean and road transportation, customs clearance and project cargo for customers, with a large number of technology clients in Australia and New Zealand.
European postal operators gear up for surge in holiday volume Original
Postal operators in Norway and Germany are adding significant parcel capacity and making operational adjustments to handle an expected flood of packages and gift cards in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Posten Bring, the state-owned postal services and logistics provider in Norway, has installed hundreds more parcel lockers to offer more flexible delivery options and recently opened its largest parcel distribution center.
FedEx cashes in on premium logistics services, fuel surcharges
FedEx Corp. delivered strong third quarter results driven by higher volumes and pricing for premium B2B and B2C shipping services, but bullishness for peak holiday season demand was tempered by expectations for lower domestic margins amid a rise in transitory labor and outsourced trucking costs that likely will spill into next year.
Scan Global Logistics to acquire Oregon-based OIA Global
Danish freight intermediary Scan Global Logistics has made the largest investment in its history, agreeing to acquire Portland, Oregon-based logistics provider OIA Global in a deal it said late Wednesday that would put the company among the top 20 freight forwarders in the world. Scan Global Logistics said the proposed acquisition will strengthen its presence in key markets and expand supply chain capabilities available to customers beyond traditional freight forwarding.
Miami airport to deploy shared logistics platform for cargo community Original
MIAMI BEACH — Miami International Airport has signed with Kalé Logistics Systems to set up the world’s first AI-based air cargo community system designed to streamline data exchange and communication between supply chain stakeholders on a centralized platform, with the goal of eliminating time-consuming paper-based transactions and manual scheduling that contributes to truck congestion.
U.S. Postal Service prepared for peak season surge Original
The U.S. Postal Service says it is ready for the holiday shipping rush and expects to improve upon its delivery performance during the 2025 peak season, when mail items and packages were delivered within 2.5 days on average compared to 2.8 days during the same period the prior year. Between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31 U.S. Postal Service mail and package volumes will increase about 40% for the holiday season.
Japan Airlines hires B747 cargo carriers to meet high-tech demand Original
Japan Airlines has expanded scheduled transcontinental all-cargo flights, utilizing Boeing 747 freighter aircraft operated by three large cargo airlines to take advantage of surging demand for shipments of semiconductors and digital equipment, much of it to support the rapid buildout of AI infrastructure.
AI air freight drives Kuehne+Nagel profit increase Original
Earnings and volume gains, led by AI-related air freight demand and ongoing cost controls, spurred strong third-quarter results for Kuehne+Nagel, beating analysts’ estimates for profit and volumes. Revenue increased 22% to $8.97 billion and pre-tax earnings were $527 million, up 53% year over year, the Swiss logistics giant reported last week.
AI air freight drives Kuehne+Nagel profit increase
Earnings and volume gains, led by AI-related air freight demand and ongoing cost controls, spurred strong third-quarter results for Kuehne+Nagel, beating analysts’ estimates for profit and volumes. Revenue increased 22% to $8.97 billion and pre-tax earnings were $527 million, up 53% year over year, the Swiss logistics giant reported last week.
FedEx taps AutoZone executive to be finance chief Original
FedEx Corp. announced Monday the appointment of AutoZone executive Jamere Jackson as chief financial officer, effective Nov. 30. He succeeds Claude Russ, who has served as interim CFO since June 1 after the departure of John Dietrich. Jackson most recently led finance and store development at retailer AutoZone, where he has served as CFO since January 2021.
Australia Post CEO to retire as financial challenges continue Original
Australia Post Chief Executive Officer Paul Graham will retire at the end of the financial year on June 30, the corporation announced on Thursday. Graham informed the board of directors of its intention after more than five years as CEO. “Paul delivered landmark reforms under our Post26 Strategy with the support of our shareholders and launched the next phase of our modernisation through our Post30 plan.
Airbus sees 46% freighter increase by 2045 amid stable air cargo growth Original
There wasn’t much change in Airbus’ latest 20-year forecast for air cargo. The manufacturer, which plans to begin delivering an all-new A350 freighter in about a year, estimated annual cargo traffic growth would tick down a tenth of a point compared to last year’s report, but that the industry would require a few more planes than previously thought. Airbus projected that the global fleet of cargo jets will grow 46% by 2045, requiring 2,670 new aircraft — 65 more than in last year’s report.
UPS automates 4 additional facilities ahead of peak shipping season Original
United Parcel Service has completed the conversion of four more conventional package sortation centers into automated facilities just in time for the busy holiday shipping season. New or enhanced automated facilities are now operating in Denver, St. Paul, Minnesota; Syracuse, New York; and Portland, Oregon, UPS (NYSE: UPS) said this month in a news release highlighting how it has prepared for peak season.
UPS automates 4 additional facilities ahead of peak shipping season
United Parcel Service has completed the conversion of four more conventional package sortation centers into automated facilities just in time for the busy holiday shipping season. New or enhanced automated facilities are now operating in Denver, St. Paul, Minnesota; Syracuse, New York; and Portland, Oregon, UPS (NYSE: UPS) said this month in a news release highlighting how it has prepared for peak season.
Stord acquires e-commerce competitor AMS Fulfillment in large deal Original
Fast-growing e–commerce logistics provider Stord has made the largest acquisition since its founding 11 years ago, acquiring rival AMS Fulfillment, which processes online orders for more than 150 beauty, wellness and direct-to-consumer brands. Transaction terms were not disclosed, but Stord said in a news release on Wednesday that the sales price was nine figures.
Australia Post expands freighter fleet ahead of holiday e-commerce rush Original
The cargo division of Qantas Airways has taken delivery of the first of three additional Airbus A321 converted freighters it will operate for Australia Post to help meet growing demand for expedited parcel delivery across Australia.
Air Canada adds freighter destinations for winter season Original
Air Canada on Monday announced the expansion of its freighter network for the upcoming winter season, adding new service from its Toronto global hub to Amsterdam, Monterrey, Mexico, and Panama City, Panama. The additions provide customers with dedicated, large-pallet capacity on key transatlantic and Latin American trade lanes, and create additional routing options between Europe, Canada and Latin America. The twice-weekly service to Amsterdam begins Oct.
Ceva Logistics puts Paack in charge of last-mile parcel delivery Original
Industry giant Ceva Logistics on Friday announced that it has merged France-focused last-mile delivery subsidiary Colis Privé into newly acquired Paack, which operates a dense delivery network in Spain and Portugal, presenting a single brand identity to the market. Ceva Logistics, a top-five global logistics company by gross revenue and part of Marseilles, France-based CMA CGM Group, acquired Paack in early August to expand its last-mile delivery business in Europe.
DHL Group boosts guidance on expectations for strong peak season Original
DHL Group revised upward its profit forecast for 2026, pointing to ongoing earnings strength at its express division and expectations of a “robust” peak shipping season that coincides with holiday sales. The global logistics giant said Friday it now expects earnings before interest and taxes to exceed 7 billion euros (equivalent to $7.8 billion), topping its earlier outlook for $7.3 billion from core operations.
Amerijet to repair aging 767 freighter aircraft damaged in hard landing Original
Miami-based cargo airline Amerijet International plans to repair a 36-year-old Boeing 767-300 converted freighter aircraft that suffered fuselage damage from a hard landing in Guatemala City last month, CEO Joe Mozzali said. The aircraft’s age left many speculating that it wasn’t worth fixing and would be scrapped for parts, but Mozzali said Amerijet’s insurance company will cover the cost of the repair because it is less expensive than paying a claim for an aircraft declared totally damaged.
Larger UPS air hub in Philippines boosts Asia service levels Original
United Parcel Service’s new air hub at Clark International Airport in the Philippines is 15 times larger than its predecessor, enabling the express carrier to provide up to two days faster delivery for customers within Asia and improve connectivity across its global network. UPS (NYSE: UPS) spent $80 million on the expansion project, which includes specialized handling areas for healthcare, high-tech and manufacturing customers with time-sensitive and temperature-sensitive shipments.
DHL earmarks $450M for Eastern Europe logistics expansion Original
DHL Group said it plans to invest more than $447 million in logistics infrastructure, freight services and technology in Central and Eastern Europe by 2030 because the region is home to a growing number of innovative, high-growth companies that need supply chain, international transportation and distribution services. DHL (XETRA: DHL) is focusing investment in sectors and geographic regions that offer high-growth opportunities, with the goal of increasing revenue by 50% between 2023 and 2030.
FedEx digitizes booking process for European cold-chain pharma shipments Original
FedEx Corp. has introduced an online portal for pharmaceutical and life sciences companies to simplify booking and management of temperature-controlled parcel shipments in Europe. Medicines, vaccines, biologics and other critical healthcare products typically follow a separate booking process because they require specialized, value-added services beyond a standard parcel.
Is UPS parcel pivot a strategic winner or a ‘Trojan horse’?
ORLANDO, Florida — For 18 months, United Parcel Service management has talked about shedding unprofitable e-commerce volume to concentrate on more complex, premium services in sectors like B2B distribution, healthcare, automotive and small enterprises. Many hear that to mean UPS intends to walk away from B2C final-mile delivery space, now crowded with lower-cost competitors, especially after phasing out 50% of its business with Amazon.
Parcel shipping costs approach record high as extra charges stack up
Sharp increases in rates and extra fees have continued into the fourth quarter, putting 2026 on track to be the most expensive year on record for parcel shipping as carriers strive to maximize revenue, according to the latest market snapshot from investment bank TD Cowen and AFS Logistics. Analysts say the onslaught of surcharges is spurring businesses to diversify their vendor pool and helping alternative carriers gain market share from the large legacy carriers.
Parcel shipping costs approach record high as extra charges stack up
Sharp increases in rates and extra fees have continued into the fourth quarter, putting 2026 on track to be the most expensive year on record for parcel shipping as carriers strive to maximize revenue, according to the latest market snapshot from investment bank TD Cowen and AFS Logistics. Analysts say the onslaught of surcharges is spurring businesses to diversify their vendor pool and helping alternative carriers gain market share from the large legacy carriers.
Walmart activates automated e-commerce logistics center in California Original
Walmart has officially opened its fifth high-tech fulfillment center. The 900,000 square foot facility, located in Stockton, California, expands capacity for processing online orders and the ability to provide faster shipping and delivery for customers across the West Coast, the retailer announced on Thursday. Walmart Fulfillment Services, the company’s end-to-end third-party fulfillment service, will also leverage the space to fulfill items sold by merchants on Marketplace.
AI gold rush transforms trans-Pacific trade and logistics Original
The artificial intelligence infrastructure boom is creating significant new trade flows and opportunities for third-party logistics providers and carriers. Freight transportation companies are rapidly scaling up capabilities, especially to support semiconductor supply chains in Asia, the epicenter for production and distribution of advanced chips used to power AI applications, data centers, connected devices and next-generation vehicles.
Stripe taps FedEx data to expand small business access to financing Original
FedEx Corp. has taken another step in leveraging massive amounts of shipment data to create revenue beyond its own logistics network by sharing it with outside enterprises so they can improve their supply chain performance. On Tuesday, FedEx Dataworks (NYSE: FDX) announced it is working with Stripe Capital to explore how supply chain intelligence could open opportunities for small-and medium businesses to secure financing.
Omni Air sale to founder coincides with $2.5B Chicago parking meter deal Original
(UPDATED 1:15 p.m. ET) The founder of Omni Air International and former Sun Country Airlines CEO Jude Bricker have stepped in to buy the airline from private equity firm Stonepeak, which needed to quickly divest Omni Air to close a $2.53 billion parking meter concession from the city of Chicago over objections about Trump administration deportation flights.
UK parcel carrier Evri to enter US delivery market with acquisition Original
Evri, the largest pure-play parcel delivery company in the United Kingdom following its merger with DHL eCommerce last year, has agreed to acquire Florida-based courier Cross Border Connect, which specializes in e-commerce delivery and returns between the U.K. and United States.
FedEx and UPS highlight parcel security, risk management tools Original
FedEx and United Parcel Service last month introduced new shipping security features aimed at protecting companies, especially e-commerce merchants, from fraud, theft, and other supply chain risks. UPS (NYSE: UPS) on Wednesday promoted the launch of UPS Secure Commerce, a suite of risk-management services that essentially repackages in one place pre-existing insurance, order visibility and technology products now supplemented by agentic AI agents.
Alaska Air eyes 50% share of intra-island Hawaii cargo market Original
Alaska Airlines expects cargo revenue to reach $750 million by 2030 as it builds off the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines to diversify and scale up its cargo business through international route expansion and planned intra-island freighter service in Hawai’i, executives said during an investor event on Wednesday.
Alaska Air eyes 50% share of intra-island Hawaii cargo market
Alaska Airlines expects cargo revenue to reach $750 million by 2030 as it builds off the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines to diversify and scale up its cargo business through international route expansion and planned intra-island freighter service in Hawai’i, executives said during an investor event on Wednesday.
CMA CGM finalizes $1.4B acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain Original
France-based shipping conglomerate CMA CGM Group said Thursday it has completed the $1.4 billion acquisition of FedEx Supply Chain, the contract logistics arm of FedEx Corp.
Ethiopian Airlines to buy 10 777 freighters from Boeing Original
Ethiopian Airlines has ordered eight all-new 777-8 freighter aircraft and two current-model 777 cargo jets from Boeing, helping the manufacturer close the sales gap with rival Airbus in sales for next-generation large freighters. Boeing’s (NYSE: BA) announcement Wednesday afternoon came a day after Airbus conducted the maiden test flight of its A350 freighter.
DoorDash launches retail returns service, self-designed drones Original
DoorDash is entering the reverse logistics market and leaning heavily into drone delivery, announcing on Wednesday that it has launched a new retail returns service and a custom-built drone delivery system for time-sensitive orders in another modal expansion of its last-mile logistics network. They were among a series of product releases and enhancements, unveiled at a big user event, aimed at making shopping and ordering food, grocery and retail items more convenient.
Airbus A350 freighter aircraft completes initial test flight
Airbus on Tuesday successfully completed the first test flight of its new A350 widebody freighter, marking a major milestone towards the anticipated first commercial delivery of the aircraft in late 2027. Airbus has tallied 103 orders from 14 customers for the next-generation widebody freighter, which will be the airframer’s first production aircraft effectively able to challenge Boeing’s dominance in the cargo market.
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