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November 17, 2025 / UPS

UPS 2026 GRI: What Shippers Need to Know About the Latest 5.9% Rate Increase

UPS has announced a 5.9% General Rate Increase (GRI) effective December 22, 2025, matching FedEx’s upcoming increase on January 5, 2026. While the figure matches last year’s hike, it’s...

November 7, 2025 / News

Peak Season is the Ultimate Stress Test for Your 3PL

Last year, 58% of supply chains missed delivery timing or order accuracy during peak (Deposco). That means more than half of brands disappointed customers in the one quarter they...

July 21, 2025 / FedEx, News, Rate Increases, UPS

Why Are UPS & FDX Increasing Fuel Surcharges While Fuel Costs Are Dropping?

Why Are UPS & FDX Increasing Fuel Surcharges While Fuel Costs Are Dropping? Have They Crossed a Line, and Does Anybody Care? At Shipware we regularly post information...

FedEx Fuel Surcharge Update Effective June 9, 2025: What Shippers Need to Know

FedEx will adjust its fuel surcharge tables beginning June 9, 2025, impacting a broad range of services, including FedEx Express®, FedEx Ground®, FedEx Home Delivery®, FedEx International Ground®, and...

May 1, 2025 / News, UPS

What UPS’s Profitability Strategy Means for Your Business in 2025

In their April 29th Q1 2025 earnings call, UPS revealed the most substantial network reconfiguration in company history. Unlike previous eras where carriers prioritized volume growth at almost any...

October 28, 2024 / Rate Increases, UPS

UPS’s 2025 General Rate Increase (GRI) Explained: What You Need to Know

UPS announced an average net increase of 5.9% for their 2025 General Rate Increase (GRI), once again matching rival FedEx. While the FedEx increases are effective January 6, 2025,...

September 16, 2024 / FedEx, Rate Increases

FedEx’s 2025 General Rate Increase (GRI) Explained: What You Need to Know

FedEx has announced a 5.9% 2025 General Rate Increase (GRI) that will take effect on January 6, 2025. UPS has not yet announced its General Rate Increase, but you...

August 19, 2024 / Rate Increases, UPS

FedEx Announces 2024 Peak Season Surcharges: Shippers, Here’s What You Need to Know

Shippers, FedEx has released its peak season surcharges. Additional Handling, Oversize, and Ground Unauthorized peak season surcharges will be in effect from September 30, 2024 to January 19, 2025....

July 16, 2024 / Rate Increases, UPS

UPS Announces 2024 Peak Season Surcharges

Shippers! UPS has released its peak season surcharges. Additional Handling, Large Package, and Over Max Limits peak surcharges will be in effect from Sept 29, 2024, to Jan 18,...

June 27, 2024 / News, Shipping Knowledge, USPS

Do I Need Shipping Insurance? What Shippers Need to Know

There are many questions that come up when deciding which shipping carrier to use for your company’s shipping needs. Which is the most cost-effective? How quickly will the customer...

June 3, 2024 / FedEx, Parcel Market Trends, Shipping Knowledge, UPS

The Parcel Budget Parasite: Fuel Surcharge Matrix Increases and How to Mitigate Them

Fuel surcharges for parcel shipments have gotten out of hand. If you’re responsible for your company’s shipping costs or product margins, there’s a good chance you feel the same....

May 31, 2024 / USPS

USPS Increases Taking Effect July 14, 2024: Biggest Changes in Nearly 20 Years

USPS announced a general rate increase (GRI) for both Mailing and Shipping Services that will go into effect on July 14, 2024. The new rates include a 5-cent increase...