For almost 80 years, Blue Star Gas distributed propane throughout the U.S. West Coast on trucks mostly powered by gasoline. Now the company is working to convert its 55 vehicles to run on the same stuff it delivers.
August 5, 2015Business
UPS to Buy Coyote Logistics
UPS Inc. expanded its domestic supply chain capabilities by agreeing to buy truckload broker Coyote Logistics for $1.8 billion, as purchases of fast-growing logistics companies accelerate.
August 10, 2015Business, Logistics
Shale Boom Nudges Propane-Powered Trucks From Dream to Reality
Business
Growth in International Business Aids UPS’ Profits in 2nd Quarter
UPS Inc. second-quarter net income rose to $1.23 billion, or $1.35 per share, helped by stronger results in the international sector, the parcel carrier said last week.
August 3, 2015Business
UPS Expands Access Point Delivery Option
UPS Inc. is expanding its Access Point shipment pickup option program in more than 90 metropolitan areas this summer to add delivery alternatives for customers and carriers.
July 31, 2015Business
UPS Agrees to Acquire Coyote for $1.8 Billion
UPS Inc. announced it has agreed to buy truckload brokerage Coyote Logistics for $1.8 billion to expand its presence in the non-asset-based sector.
July 31, 2015Business
UPS' Second-Quarter Net Income Rises to $1.23 Billion
UPS Inc. posted second-quarter net income of $1.23 billion, or $1.35 per share, helped by stronger results in the international sector.
July 28, 2015Business
All New UPS Class 8 Tractors Will Have Collision Mitigation (with video)
NORWALK, Ohio — With more than 50 years of accident-free driving combined, UPS Inc.’s Bill Lazarski and Paul Savill said it is unnatural for them to speed or tailgate.
July 27, 2015Business
UPS Makes Collision-Mitigation Technology Standard on Class 8 Tractors It Orders
NORWALK, Ohio — UPS Inc. announced it is making collision-mitigation technology from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems standard equipment on every Class 8 tractor the company orders.
July 22, 2015Business
UPS Sees Service Opportunities for Manufacturers
UPS Inc. said 78% of small or midsize manufacturers believe customers’ service expectations are rising, but just 12% view their after-sales service as a key advantage.
July 13, 2015Business, Technology
UPS Capital Acquires Parcel Pro
UPS Inc. said its finance and insurance subsidiary, UPS Capital, has acquired Parcel Pro, a logistics provider serving the jewelry and collectibles industries.
June 15, 2015