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Painting at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park highlights conservation

Other National Park Forever Stamps previewed to date include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Assateague Island National Seashore, Bandelier National Monument, Carlsbad Caverns National Park , Everglades National Park, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Grand Canyon National Park,Gulf Islands National Seashore,Haleakalā National Parkand Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens. “This stamp exemplifies how our national park treasures extend beyond stunning vistas, wildlife, flora and fauna,” said Stephanie Toothman, Associate Director, Cultural Resources, Partnerships, and Science, National Park Service. The stamp image, available for media use only, requires the following credit: Scenery in the Grand Tetons [detail] Albert Bierstadt, Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, MABI 2843The Conservation Movement and the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park (NHP)The fine art collection at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is one of the gems of the National Park Service and includes 500 nature and landscape paintings, many by artists associated with the Hudson River School. WASHINGTON — An iconic Hudson River School of Art landscape painting linked to the Conservation Movement that supported interest in creating the National Park system was previewed today as the12th of 16 Forever Stamp images to celebrate the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic ParkThe name of the park honors three individuals and their families who played important roles in American conservation history: George Perkins Marsh (1801-1882), Frederick Billings (1823-1890) and Laurance S. Rockefeller (1910-2004).

By | 2016-09-06T23:56:38+00:00 April 19th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, usps|0 Comments

UPS Honored As WBENC Top Corporation For Women Business Enterprises – Platinum Distinction

For more information about the annual America’s Top Corporations for Women Business Enterprises, visit http://www.wbenc.org/americas-top-corporations-for-wbes About WBENCFounded in 1997, WBENC is the leading third-party certifier of businesses owned and operated by women, with over 12,000 WBENC-Certified WBEs. Gary Kallenbach, UPS Chief Procurement Officer said, “As Vice President of UPS’s Global Procurement, I’m proud of our Supplier Diversity process. In 2015, UPS spent close to a billion dollars in procurement with small and diverse businesses in the United States. Supplier Diversity Director, Estrella Cramer, received the Platinum distinction award on behalf of UPS and was honored in front of an audience of more than 1,500 attendees at the WBENC Summit & Salute to Women's Business Enterprises that took place on March 22-24, 2016 in Phoenix, AZ.

By | 2016-09-13T15:34:09+00:00 April 18th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, ups|0 Comments

Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens is the 11th stamp featured in National Park series

Other National Park Forever Stamps previewed to date include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Assateague Island National Seashore, Bandelier National Monument, Carlsbad Caverns National Park , Everglades National Park, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Grand Canyon National Park, Gulf Islands National Seashore and Haleakalā National Park. WASHINGTON — A Sacred Lotus with a bloom the size of a basketball in Washington, DC’s Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens is featured on the 11th of 16 Forever Stamp images. The stamps are being revealed individually over a three-week period to celebrate the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary. Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens, DCThe stamp image was photographed by Cindy Dyer of Alexandria, VA, who also provided the images from Kenilworth for the Water Lilies Forever Stamps issued last year. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and usps.com/postalfacts.

By | 2016-09-06T23:57:46+00:00 April 18th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, usps|0 Comments

Shirley Temple Becomes the 20th Inductee in the Legends of Hollywood Stamp Series

Postal ServiceCatalog RequestPO Box 219014Kansas City, MO 64121-9014Philatelic ProductsThere are 10 philatelic products for this stamp issue:473901 Shirley Temple single stamp, $0.47473902 Shirley Temple (Block of 4), $1.88473903 Shirley Temple (Block of 10), $4.70473906 Shirley Temple Press Sheet with die cuts, $84.60473910 Shirley Temple Keepsake (Pane of 20 and Digital Color Postmark), $11.95473916 Shirley Temple First Day Cover, $0.91473918 Shirley Temple First Day Cover Cancelled Full Pane, $11.90473919 Shirley Temple Cancelled Full Pane, $11.90473921 Shirley Temple Digital Color Postmark, $1.62473930 Shirley Temple Ceremony Program, $6.95Many of this year’s other stamps may be viewed on Facebook at facebook.com/USPSStamps or via Twitter @USPSstamps. In 1950, Shirley Temple married Charles Black and, thus, she became known as Shirley Temple Black. Shirley Temple ProfileShirley Temple was born on April 23, 1928, in Santa Monica, CA. # # #Please Note: The image of Shirley Temple is licensed by Shirley’s World, L.P., Woodside, Calif. Shirley Temple artwork based on photos © Twentieth Century Fox Film Corp. All rights reserved. Customers may purchase the Shirley Temple Forever stamp at usps.com/stamps, at usps.com/shop, by calling 800-STAMP24 (800-782-6724) and at Post Offices nationwide.

By | 2016-09-06T23:57:13+00:00 April 18th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, usps|0 Comments

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and FedEx Team Up to Protect the Environment

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and FedEx Team Up to Protect the EnvironmentTeam Members Volunteer for Urban Conservation Projects as Part of FedEx CaresMEMPHIS, Tenn., April 18, 2016 — FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) is teaming up with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to protect and restore plants, fish, wildlife and habitats in communities across the nation for the seventh consecutive year. More than 500 FedEx team members across 16 cities will participate with local nonprofits this spring to address pressing urban environmental challenges. “Our collaboration with NFWF is a shining example of FedEx Cares in action,” said Jenny Robertson, director of Citizenship and Reputation Management at FedEx. “Since 2009, FedEx has supported 107 projects through this relationship, and hundreds of FedEx employees have volunteered each year to assist in completing many of these conservation efforts. “The FedEx relationship supports efforts in cities throughout the nation to enhance habitat for wildlife, people and future generations,” said Jeff Trandahl, executive director and chief executive officer of NFWF.

By | 2016-09-02T06:21:24+00:00 April 18th, 2016|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

FedEx Shares Tips on Export Clearance With Korean e-Commerce Sellers

Byung-Joo Kim, manager of Customs Clearance Operations at FedEx Express, shared the opportunities available to Korean online sellers through cross-border business. Held at the Kyobo Tower on April 17, approximately 200 Korean cross-border e-commerce sellers attended the seminar to understand how to successfully expand to new markets. He emphasized the importance of understanding the requirements and accessing up-to-date information on customs clearance regulations before sending shipments. The GSFC is one of Korea’s well-known online communities with more than 39,000 members who have a global online business or are interested in cross-border online selling. FedEx Shares Tips on Export Clearance With Korean e-Commerce SellersHelping attendees navigate the dynamic e-commerce landscape at GSFC-hosted seminarFedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FEX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, participated in the Global Seller Talk To You seminar hosted by the Global Seller Foundation Center (GSFC).

By | 2016-09-02T06:21:15+00:00 April 18th, 2016|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

UPS To Release 1st Quarter Results On April 28, 2016

US 04/18/16Atlanta, GAUPS (NYSE:UPS) will announce its 2016 first quarter results on Thursday, April 28, 2016, at approximately 7:45 a.m. Eastern Time. ET, UPS Chief Executive Officer David Abney and Chief Financial Officer Richard Peretz will lead an investor conference call. This call will be open to reporters and the public on a listen-only basis, via a live Webcast. To listen to the live Webcast, go to http://www.investors.ups.comand click on Earnings Webcast. The Webcast audio will remain accessible on the Investor Relations Website for a limited time following the call.

By | 2016-09-13T15:33:47+00:00 April 18th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, ups|0 Comments

Haleakalā National Park celebrated in National Park series

And it’s why I’m so honored that it will help commemorate the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.”Other National Park Forever Stamps previewed to date include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Assateague Island National Seashore, Bandelier National Monument, Carlsbad Caverns National Park , Everglades National Park, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Grand Canyon National Park and Gulf Islands National Seashore. Haleakalā National Park, HIHaleakalā National Park vibrates with stories of ancient and modern Hawaiian culture and protects the bond between the land and its people. National parks take us into a different world, a world of jaw-dropping scenery and experiences that are dramatically different from our daily lives. Whether it’s because of the explosive growth of photography, or our need to take a break from our always-on, connected lives, our national parks are busier than ever. Dedication ceremonies will also take place at or near each of the National Parks depicted on the stamps.

By | 2016-09-06T23:58:25+00:00 April 15th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, usps|0 Comments

Gulf Island National Seashore stamp released

Other National Park Forever Stamps previewed to date include Acadia National Park, Arches National Park, Assateague Island National Seashore, Bandelier National Monument, Carlsbad Caverns National Park , Everglades National Park, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve and Grand Canyon National Park. Gulf Islands National Seashore, FL and MSThe stamp image is a photograph of a heron by John Funderburk of Hernando, FL. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and usps.com/postalfacts. WASHINGTON — A photograph of a long-legged water bird with a wingspan that can exceed six feet was previewed today to highlight Gulf Islands National Seashore as the ninth of 16 Forever Stamp images to be revealed over a three-week period to celebrate the National Park Service’s 100th anniversary. The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

By | 2016-09-06T23:58:58+00:00 April 14th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, usps|0 Comments

UPS Names Tamara Barker New Chief Sustainability Officer

Barker will succeed Rhonda Clark, a 26-year UPS veteran, who has been named Vice President of Corporate Plant Engineering for UPS. US 04/13/16Atlanta, GAUPS (NYSE: UPS) announced today that Tamara Barker has been named the company’s new Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) and Vice President of Environmental Affairs, effective immediately. Barker, a nearly 30-year UPS veteran has held a wide array of roles at the company, most recently as the west region director of plant engineering. “As our business continues to grow, UPS is committed to meeting increased demand in ways that consume less energy and produce fewer emissions, yet maintain high service levels for customers,” said Mark Wallace, UPS senior vice president global engineering and sustainability. As Vice President of Corporate Plant Engineering, Clark will concentrate on the construction and expansion of automated facilities and innovative material handling systems, facility maintenance, and environmental and regulated goods compliance for UPS worldwide.

By | 2016-09-13T15:35:10+00:00 April 13th, 2016|News, shippers, Shipping, ups|0 Comments