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Amid a potential Teamsters strike at UPS, FedEx urges concerned shippers to switch to their services.
Amid the looming threat of a Teamsters union strike at UPS Inc., FedEx Corp. is urging shippers concerned about potential service disruptions to start shipping with FedEx immediately. The company prioritizes maintaining capacity and service for existing clients, and advised businesses contemplating shifting volumes to FedEx to act swiftly. Meanwhile, Mike Parra, CEO of the Americas for DHL Express, commented on the strike's possible impact, warning it could result in a "total disruption" of the U.S. economy.
Source: FreightWaves
FedEx Corp. advised shippers on Thursday that they should begin shipping now with the company if they are concerned about service disruptions arising from a possible Teamsters union strike Aug. 1 of UPS Inc.https://t.co/K2irgxrVGx
— FreightWaves (@FreightWaves) July 6, 2023
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