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UPS Flight Forward Attains FAA’s First Full Approval For Drone Airline

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded UPS Flight Forward a Part 135 Standard certification on Friday. This first ever revenue-generating service demonstrated the business case for drone delivery of medical products and specimens. “UPS Flight Forward is benefitting from our knowledge as one of the world’s leading airlines. On The Horizon for UPS Flight ForwardUPS Flight Forward is forging paths to create innovative new services for customers. These include:Expansion of the UPS Fl

By UPS| 2019-09-30T17:00:00+00:00 September 30th, 2019|companies, News|0 Comments

UPS Forms Subsidiary And Applies For FAA Certification To Operate Drone Delivery Unit

US 07/23/19Atlanta, GASubsidiary named UPS Flight Forward, Inc. UPS Flight Forward is positioned to be the one of the first fully-certified U.S. drone operations. UPS (NYSE:UPS) today said it has applied to the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Part 135 certification to operate commercial drone flights in the UPS® network under a subsidiary business called UPS Flight Forward, Inc. When approved, this certification lays the foundation for drone flights beyond an operator’s visual lin

By UPS| 2019-07-22T17:00:00+00:00 July 22nd, 2019|companies, News|0 Comments

UPS Commends Trade Ministers On Moving An Ambitious WTO e-Commerce Framework Forward

US 01/25/19Washington, DCUPS® (NYSE: UPS), a global logistics provider and leading advocate for global trade, applauds the members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) who are advancing e-Commerce negotiations. Logistics, freight and supply chain services, as provided by UPS, are key enablers of e-commerce growth. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. The company can be found on the web at ups.com or pressroom.ups.com and its corporate blog can

By UPS| 2019-01-24T16:00:00+00:00 January 24th, 2019|companies, News|0 Comments

FedEx Supports New E-Commerce Initiative at WTO

FedEx Supports New E-Commerce Initiative at WTOFedEx welcomes the announcement that a group of World Trade Organization members will begin working towards negotiations on trade-related aspects of e-commerce. This groundbreaking decision reflects the critical role that e-commerce plays in enabling small businesses to reach new markets and expand exports. It is also an important signal that WTO members are moving forward to address modern issues that are relevant to businesses and entrepreneurs ev

By FedEx| 2017-12-13T23:53:00+00:00 December 13th, 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

FedEx Safety Focus Forges Forward

FedEx Safety Focus Forges Forward2017 State TDCs Will Mark 15th Year of Chairman’s ChallengeFor FedEx drivers, contracted service providers and couriers, the message of “Safety Above All” reinforces the company’s continued commitment to promoting safety as its number one priority. Beginning in late March, FedEx drivers will bring that commitment to safety to the annual truck driving championships in all 50 states, with champions advancing to the American Trucking Associations’ National Truck Dri

By FedEx| 2017-03-15T00:53:00+00:00 March 15th, 2017|shippers|0 Comments

WTO Trade Facilitation Moves Forward

WTO Trade Facilitation Moves ForwardMichael L. Ducker, FedEx Express President and Chief Operating Officer responds to the announcement that the United States and India have reached an agreement to move forward with the implementation of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement. “FedEx is pleased that a solution has been found to move the WTO Trade Facilitation agreement forward. The WTO agreement will cut red tape and reduce the administrative costs of trade around the world. We look forward to ratification and implementation of the agreement so that these enormous economic benefits can be realized.” This will be especially helpful for developing countries and small businesses seeking to expand internationally.

By Ship Option| 2016-09-02T06:41:24+00:00 November 13th, 2014|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

FedEx Roissy CDG Hub Becomes Home to Europe’s First Forward Response Centre

“It is also an honor to collaborate with Heart to Heart International in pioneering Europe’s first Forward Response Centre at the CDG hub. FedEx Roissy CDG Hub Becomes Home to Europe’s First Forward Response CentrePARIS, October. FedEx delivery of medical supplies to Ethiopia coincides with company’s announcement to open Europe’s first humanitarian ‘Forward Response Center’ at the FedEx Roissy-Charles De Gaulle hub. The charitable initiative was organized in collaboration with Heart to Heart International and International Medical Corps with the aim of providing medical assistance to refugee families located in crowded displacement camps in the region. The kits were generously donated by Heart to Heart International, transported by FedEx and will be distributed at refugee camps in Ethiopia by International Medical Corps.

By Ship Option| 2016-09-02T07:37:23+00:00 October 27th, 2011|fedex, News, shippers, Shipping|0 Comments

First-of-its-Kind Contract Moves Forward

WASHINGTON — In a first-of-its-kind contract the Postal Service and Discover Financial Services have entered into an agreement that will help to retain First-Class Mail and grow Standard Mail volume. “This ruling benefits both Discover Financial Services and the Postal Service,” said Paul Vogel, president and chief marketing/sales officer. Postal Service is the only delivery service that reaches every address in the nation, 150 million residences, businesses and Post Office Boxes. Black Enterprise and Hispanic Business magazines ranked the Postal Service as a leader in workforce diversity. On March 15 the Postal Regulatory Commission notified the Postal Service that the agreement could be implemented.

By USPS| 2016-09-07T03:07:35+00:00 April 1st, 2011|News, shippers, Shipping, usps|0 Comments

Postmaster General Tells Subcommittee Postal Service Moving Forward But Still Needs Help

Postal Service is the only delivery service that reaches every address in the nation, 150 million residences, businesses and Post Office Boxes. Postal Service would rank 28th in the 2009 Fortune 500. The Postal Service receives no direct support from taxpayers. The Postal Service is expected to record a $7 billion loss for FY 2010. WASHINGTON — Postmaster General John E. Potter told a Senate subcommittee today that while the Postal Service continues on a path of growth and cost reductions, legislative change is still needed to put the Postal Service back on the path of financial stability.