November 2017 - Page 2 of 5

Postal Inspectors offering mailing tips to secure your holiday shipments

This holiday season the Postal Service looks forward to delivering a great deal of holiday cheer along with more than 15 billion mail pieces. Consumers trust the Postal Service to deliver secure and economical shipping options. The Postal Inspection Service, the federal law enforcement arm of the Postal Service, is working around-the-clock to keep your important shipments safe and deter mail and parcel theft. Customers concerned about the security of their mail can consider renting a Post Office

By USPS| 2017-11-21T23:53:00+00:00 November 21st, 2017|companies|0 Comments

USPS ready for Cyber Monday

More than 6 million packages are expected to be delivered each Sunday in December. Mail carriers will also deliver Priority Mail Express packages on Christmas Day for an additional fee in select locations. Busiest WeekWith the increase in early and online gift shopping, the Postal Service no longer has a “busiest day” for holiday shipping. The Postal Service expects to deliver nearly 200 million packages per week from Dec. 11 to 24. For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Ser

By USPS| 2017-11-21T23:53:00+00:00 November 21st, 2017|companies|0 Comments

FedEx Supports Congressional Action on Tax Reform

FedEx Supports Congressional Action on Tax ReformWe applaud the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate Finance Committee for the passage of their Tax Cuts and Jobs Act legislation. These bills offer pro-growth, pro-business tax reform solutions that will power the economy, increase business investment, and expand job opportunities. We encourage Congress to deliver the final votes needed to modernize the U.S. tax code and improve America’s competitiveness.

By FedEx| 2017-11-19T23:53:00+00:00 November 19th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

UPS Dramatically Increases Use Of Renewable Natural Gas

It is then distributed through the natural gas pipeline system, making it available for use as liquefied natural gas (LNG) or compressed natural gas (CNG). “UPS continues to make investments in renewable natural gas that help move the industry forward,” said Rob Larsen, CEO of Big Ox Energy. Earlier this year, UPS announced a more than $90 million investment in natural gas vehicles and infrastructure. This investment included an additional six compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling stations, 390 n

By UPS| 2017-11-19T23:53:00+00:00 November 19th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

USPS letters from Santa program

NORTH POLE — Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus — and the U.S. Postal Service can help you prove it when Santa replies to your child’s letter — complete with a North Pole postmark. Here are the steps for your child to get a letter back from Santa:Have your child write a letter to Santa and place it in an envelope addressed to: Santa Claus, North Pole. Add the return address: SANTA, NORTH POLE, to the envelope. The Letters from Santa program adds to the excitement of Christmas and is ideal for

By USPS| 2017-11-19T23:53:00+00:00 November 19th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

UPS Adopts Proxy Access Bylaw

US 11/17/17Atlanta, GAUPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced its board of directors has adopted amended bylaws that incorporate current best practices and changes in Delaware law, including proxy access, which allows eligible shareowners to include their own director nominees in the company’s proxy materials. The board adopted proxy access as part of its ongoing commitment to strong corporate governance practices, following thoughtful discussions with shareowners through the Company’s long-standing outr

By UPS| 2017-11-16T23:53:00+00:00 November 16th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

UPS Applauds House On Passage Of Historic Tax Reform Bill

US 11/16/17Washington, DCLegislation will spur economic growth and job creationUPS® (NYSE: UPS), a global logistics provider and leading advocate for tax reform, commended the House of Representatives for passing the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the next step in achieving real and meaningful tax reform. About UPSUPS (NYSE: UPS) is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions including transporting packages and freight; facilitating international trade, and deploying advanced techn

By UPS| 2017-11-15T23:53:00+00:00 November 15th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

UPS And Shopify Join Forces To Help Deliver Fast, Guaranteed Shipping To Merchants In Time For The Holiday Season

With UPS® services and solutions integrated into the Shopify platform, businesses can now easily manage all aspects of shipping and fulfillment in one place. “Shopify merchants now have access to UPS’s industry-leading tools and can provide the same high quality services as large ecommerce companies.”Shopify merchants can activate UPS shipping rates and labels with a one-click acceptance of UPS terms and conditions in Shopify Shipping. A dedicated support line is now open for Shopify merchants t

By UPS| 2017-11-15T23:53:00+00:00 November 15th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

Post Offices closed Christmas, New Year’s Eves

WASHINGTON — Post Offices nationwide will be closed on Christmas Eve, Sunday, Dec. 24 and New Year’s Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31. Post Offices will be open regular operating hours on Tuesday, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2. Blue collection boxes are not serviced on Sundays and that will be the case on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve this year. Post Offices will be closed on those days and only Priority Mail Express packages will be delivered. All Post Offices will be open and regular mail delivery will resume aft

By USPS| 2017-11-14T23:53:00+00:00 November 14th, 2017|companies|0 Comments

Post Offices Will Be Closed Christmas Eve, Sunday, Dec. 24 and New Year’s Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31

WASHINGTON — Post Offices nationwide will be closed on Christmas Eve, Sunday, Dec. 24 and New Year’s Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31. Post Offices will be open regular operating hours on Tuesday, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2. Blue collection boxes are not serviced on Sundays and that will be the case on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve this year. Post Offices will be closed on those days and only Priority Mail Express packages will be delivered. All Post Offices will be open and regular mail delivery will resume aft

By USPS| 2017-11-14T23:53:00+00:00 November 14th, 2017|companies|0 Comments