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Last-Mile Delivery Costs Rise Again as Courier Operators Face Growing Pressure
New 2026 industry research shows that last-mile delivery costs have increased by about 12% for a second consecutive year in the U.S. The increase is being linked to operating expenses and the difficulty of creating greater efficiency as delivery networks expand. For customers: Higher delivery costs can eventually translate into increased shipping fees, surcharges or…
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Canada Post to launch weekend parcel delivery by year’s end
Canada Post announced on Friday that it plans to introduce weekend parcel delivery in three major cities later this year, part of a plan to modernize its business model and capture more parcel business from electronic retailers as it tries to return to profitability. The postal carrier credited this year’s resolution of a drawnout labor…
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European Logistics Group Launches Direct Shipping Route from Morocco to Northern Europe
Rabat — European logistics company Samskip has launched the Moroccan Reefer Service (MRS). This new weekly maritime line connects Agadir and Casablanca directly to Thamesport in the UK and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. Morocco travel guide This service transports fresh products and represents the first short, fast, and sustainable shipping route from Morocco to Northern Europe. Faster…
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The European Innovation Council expands support for Ukrainian tech SMEs and start-ups through new funding initiative
As part of ongoing efforts to reinforce Ukraine’s innovation capacity amid Russia’s military invasion, the European Innovation Council (EIC) has announced to make €20 million of funding available for Ukrainian deep-tech start-ups and SMEs. The initiative aims to accelerate the development of transformative technologies and integrate Ukrainian innovators more deeply into European markets. The new…
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Etihad Rail and CSP Abu Dhabi partner to revolutionise UAE logistics
A strategic MoU aims to enhance supply chain efficiency and connectivity across the UAE Etihad Rail, the UAE National Rail Network developer and operator, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with COSCO Shipping Ports (CSP) Abu Dhabi Container Freight Station. CSP aims to strengthen logistics and connectivity within the UAE, enhance supply chain efficiency, and extend…
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EMX launches ‘EMX International’ to streamline GCC eCommerce delivery
DUBAI, 8th July, 2024 (WAM) — EMX, a leading logistics provider under 7X, announced today the launch of “EMX International”, its new international solution for eCommerce parcel delivery across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. This service is aimed at streamlining the delivery procedures for companies that are seeking to broaden their reach to customers…
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Powerful former North Dakota lawmaker pleads guilty to traveling to Europe to pay for sex with minor
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — A high-profile former North Dakota lawmaker who was one of the most powerful members of the Legislature pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday to a charge that he traveled to Europe with the intent to pay for sex with a minor. Ray Holmberg, 80, of Grand Forks, was indicted in October…
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Textron Aviation delivers first passenger unit of Cessna SkyCourier large-utility turboprop
solutions and unmatched value proposition to the segment. “We’re thankful for our talented team who brought the Cessna SkyCourier to life, and for customers like Lāna’i Air, who see the value in this incredible aircraft,” O’Bannion said. Cessna SkyCourier Designed with serviceability at the forefront, the SkyCourier features simple systems and easy access points throughout…
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Delivery and courier market to hit US$648bn globally by 2030
The global delivery and courier market is set to reach US$648bn by 2030 and unlock new investment opportunities, according to int ernational delivery company ParcelHero. Technology-led developments in e-commerce and shipping will help to fuel a 4.31% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in the global courier and delivery services market, and a 6.2%…

