O+F Distribution Center Roundup, Nov. 3, 2014
Here’s is O+F’s latest listing of recently announced expansions and additions of retail and ecommerce distribution centers.
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O+F Distribution Center Roundup, Oct. 27, 2014
A listing of some recently announced expansions and additions to retail distribution centers.
Amazon to Hire 80,000 Seasonal Workers
Amazon announced it plans to hire 80,000 seasonal employees at its 50 fulfillment centers and 15 sortation centers in the U.S. to handle peak demand.
Parcels – Including Groceries – The Future of USPS
“We have a very structured plan around all we’re trying to do to grow our package business,” said Cliff Rucker, vice president of sales for the USPS. “When you think about it, over one-third of our volume is gone since 2006 on the letter side, so that’s why we see packaging as a growth area.”
O+F Advisor Distribution Center Roundup
News that Amazon will begin collecting sales tax in Minnesota starting next week has led to speculation that the company may open a warehouse, data center or some other operation in the state or buy an existing firm, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Online-only retailers don’t need to charge sales tax in a state unless they have physical presence or affiliated business there.
FedEx Beats Quarterly Expectations
FedEx reported Q1 revenue and earnings that beat analyst expectations, and announced plans for 50,000+ seasonal hires to deal with holiday shipping volumes.
FedEx Announces 4.9% Rate Increase for 2015
FedEx announced a 4.9% increase in FedEx Ground, FedEx Express and FedEx Freight, effective January 5, doing so for the first time ahead of rival UPS.
UPS Plans to Hire 90,000-95,000 Seasonal Workers
UPS is calling for 90,000 to to 95,000 temporary workers to handle the holiday season’s shipping crunch, a significant increase over 2013.
O+F Distribution Center Roundup, Sept. 15, 2014
A listing of some recently announced expansions and additions of distribution and fulfillment centers.
O+F Distribution Center Roundup, Sept. 9, 2014
A listing of recently announced expansions and additions in retail distribution and fulfillment centers.