USPS-Amazon contract uncertainty grows as reverse auction plan raises stakes for 2026 renewal
December 5, 2025
With the existing contract between global e-commerce retailer Amazon and the United States Postal Service set to expire in October 2026, media reports published yesterday indicated that there could be some shifts coming in that relationship.
2025 parcel peak volumes are expected to climb as shippers brace for higher fees, says ShipMatrix
October 3, 2025
The firm said that based on its estimates it expects that 2.3 million packages will be delivered over this year’s peak, representing a 5% annual gain, attributing the expected increase to one more shopping day than there was in 2024.
Amazon Shipping rolls out higher Peak Season fees for 2025 holidays
October 1, 2025
Amazon Shipping will add peak season surcharges from Oct. 26 through Jan. 17, 2026, the company recently announced.
Southern California expansion is underway for Veho
September 22, 2025
Los Angeles-based alternative parcel delivery platform services provider Veho said this month that it has taken steps to expand its Southern California presence.
USPS files notice with Postal Regulatory Commission for temporary Peak Season rate hikes
August 14, 2025
USPS said that the objective of temporary price adjustment, “is to help cover extra handling costs to ensure a successful peak season.”
