#logistics

FedEx is implementing a cost-saving initiative called "FedEx Network 2.0." This plan involves closing 475 stations nationwide by next year, with over 260 already shut down. The company expects to save $2 billion by 2027 through these cutbacks. Layoffs have impacted numerous employees as facilities reduce staff or cease operations. This overhaul aims to consolidate pickups and reduce redundancy without affecting delivery times.

https://www.cleveland.com/news/2026/11/fedex-cutbacks-to-result-in-475-station-closures-layoffs.html

Looks like Oklahoma warehouses are heavily being outsourced. How many of you have been outsourced to a 3PL? Also what location are you from?

DSV Contract Logistics, LLC will lay off 175 employees from its Edwardsville facility. These permanent layoffs are scheduled to begin on December 5th. The company cited a lost contract as the reason for the workforce reduction. A DSV spokesperson stated that most affected employees have been offered new positions. The company is adapting its operations to the current market.

Edwardsville, Illinois

https://www.pjstar.com/story/business/2026/11/02/illinois-company-laying-off-employees-in-edwardsville-il/92518389007/

CommAv cuts / PM reorg coming?

A few folks on my team mentioned leadership is prepping a reorg between Ops and Logistics PMs over the next few weeks, with Logistics expected to take over the combined scope.

With the American Starlink announcement dropping, word is a 30% cut in CommAv is already on the horizon, with more likely coming behind it. Also noticed a few CommAv execs suddenly active with LinkedIn Premium badges recently—usually never a good sign.

Anyone else hearing similar numbers or seeing movement on their side?

Two Los Angeles-based companies that deliver packages for Amazon have announced permanent closures. DLVR, a Culver City firm, will lay off 60 workers by December 4th. Capstone Delivery Inc. in South Gate will close on November 21st, impacting 106 employees. These closures follow similar actions by other Amazon delivery contractors in California. The article also notes other unrelated layoffs in the Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-10-02/layoffs-permanent-closures-hit-la-county-employers

A significant wave of layoffs and facility closures is impacting approximately 1,850 workers across various freight-related industries in the U.S. These reductions span delivery contractors, logistics providers, food manufacturers, and packaging companies. The affected businesses are located in multiple states, including Texas, California, and Pennsylvania. These job cuts highlight ongoing pressures within the transportation and logistics supply chain. The news comes as several companies announce operational shutdowns and workforce reductions.

Texas, California, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Alabama, Indiana, Massachusetts

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-distress-report-logistics-manufacturing-cuts-put-1850-jobs-on-chopping-block

Most PepsiCo employees will skim past the recent board appointment Joaquin Duarte. This appointment is part of Elliot Managements activist investment influence. PepsiCo is being reshaped and transformed with Pepsi/Frito merged distribution. 3rd party logistics are the future of their supply chain. Shareholder value will reach peak meaning soon. Job cuts will continue and likely be rolling job eliminations as duplicate roles will be targeted first. Macro economics are not favorable, but employees are dispensable in the short term. Anything is on the table to save share price. Don’t get comfortable and have your resume updated.

Love that we're a billion dollar company but can't afford to send electric jacks in each trailer so that my coworkers and I can break our backs hauling your cr-ppy built pallets by hand.

Just an FYI. I received email with instructions to return Centene equipment this morning. Email was sent from:
TSS-Central_EquipmentReturns
TerminationsCentralLogistics@Centene.com

CJ Logistics America is shutting down its University Park facility this fall. This closure will result in the layoff of 89 employees. The job cuts will occur in stages starting in September and continuing through October. The company did not respond to inquiries about the closure. This action impacts workers at the Illinois site.

University Park, Illinois

https://www.pjstar.com/story/business/employment/2026/09/03/logistics-company-announces-nearly-90-illinois-workers-face-layoffs/91569072007/

If you work in customer service, logistics, planning, pricing, etc - be prepared to train your replacement in costa rica after the huntsman merger. They're for sure going to leverage the global service center in order to hit the 400 million synergy targets.

Logistics firm Legacy Supply Chain is closing three facilities in Kentucky, resulting in over 120 job losses. The affected sites are located in Louisville and Bowling Green. Layoffs are scheduled for June 6 and are expected to be permanent. The majority of impacted roles are in transportation and yard operations. The company has not provided a reason for the closures.

Louisville, Kentucky

https://www.wdrb.com/news/business/120-jobs-lost-as-legacy-supply-chain-ceases-operations-at-louisville-bowling-green-sites/article_9aa11e4a-8685-478f-98f1-da8c67719b2c.html

Will Certified Centers/Refurb for PepsiCo switch to 3pl like a lot of other warehouses in the US? All refurb operations in Turkey were taken over by a 3pl based out of France and will be responsible for 20k coolers annually. Just wondering if Certified Centers will fall into the 3pl run side of things. Lots of weird movements at our certified center since the Elliot Investments.

If you are working at a warehouse, your time as a PepsiCo employee is limited. By 2028, expect most to be run by 3rd party logistics. You will be working for those companies if you choose, but not PEP.

Bumped this from @b5+1kxx3f613 for info.

A significant wave of job losses is impacting the logistics industry. Over 7,000 positions have been eliminated across various companies. This trend reflects a broader economic adjustment within the sector. The full extent of these layoffs is still unfolding. Further details on the affected companies are emerging.

https://theloadstar.com/freightwaves-more-than-7000-jobs-cut-in-new-wave-of-closures/

Numerous companies across freight, distribution, and manufacturing are implementing significant workforce reductions. Over 7,000 jobs are affected by these recent announcements. Tyson Foods leads these cuts with over 3,000 positions eliminated due to facility closures and operational shifts. Wholesale distributor Essendant also warned of over 1,200 employee impacts as it seeks capital or a buyer. These layoffs are part of a larger trend of restructuring within transportation and production networks.

United States

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-distress-report-more-than-7000-jobs-cut-in-new-wave-of-closures

Postal Center International will eliminate 164 positions at its San Antonio facility. The company specializes in mail operations and logistics for private businesses. This action represents a significant reduction in the local workforce. Further details regarding the specific reasons for the layoffs are not provided in the available text. The company's operations are primarily focused on business-to-business services.

San Antonio, Texas

https://www.bizjournals.com/sanantonio/news/2026/08/18/mail-operator-layoffs.html

Ryder has announced significant layoffs affecting 73 employees in Fayetteville. The company's location at 2486 Gillespie Street will cease operations on October 12th. This closure is part of a transition where another logistics provider will take over the facility. Ryder stated that it will maintain its presence and operations within the Fayetteville area. The affected workers were notified via a WARN Act notice.

Fayetteville, North Carolina

https://abc11.com/post/ryder-trucks-announces-73-layoffs-coming-fayetteville/19693737/

FedEx is closing hundreds of shipping centers nationwide as part of its Network 2.0 plan. This consolidation effort is expected to eliminate over 200 locations by the end of 2027. The company is also laying off more than 160 workers in New York due to these closures. This contrasts with a significant $18 million expansion of its Memphis hub. FedEx is investing in cost-cutting measures to maintain profitability.

Memphis, Tennessee

https://www.inc.com/amaya-nichole/fedex-closing-shipping-centers-doomed-locations-2026/91381130

https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2026/07/17/logistics-company-temco-to-lay-off-60-employees.html

A third-party logistics provider has laid off 168 employees following the termination of its contract with Publix Super Markets. The company, Freight Handlers, will cease unloading services at five Publix distribution centers in Florida. This action impacts warehouse handlers, leads, and management staff. Affected employees have been notified of their permanent separation. Publix directed inquiries to Freight Handlers for further comment.

Lakeland, Sarasota

https://www.businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/jul/21/layoffs-publix-facilities-lakeland-sarasota/

Several companies in the logistics and trucking industries are experiencing significant financial difficulties. Fusion Transport LLC is laying off 79 workers at its New Jersey facility. Multiple other transportation and logistics firms have recently filed for bankruptcy protection. These filings include Jackson and Son Hauling LLC, Victory Freight Corp., IPS Express Logistics Inc., and Talon Logistics Inc. The widespread financial strain affects various segments of the freight economy.

New Jersey, North Carolina, Illinois, California, Virginia

https://www.indexbox.io/blog/logistics-and-trucking-companies-cut-jobs-file-for-bankruptcy-in-july-2026/

Logistics firm Fusion Transport LLC is planning to eliminate 79 positions at its New Jersey location. These workforce reductions are slated to begin on October 1st. The company offers a range of services including freight management and warehousing. Fusion Transport was established in 2019 through a merger. The impact on the Piscataway facility's future operations remains uncertain.

Piscataway, New Jersey

https://finance.yahoo.com/small-business/articles/major-middlesex-county-logistics-company-143942468.html?ref=biztoc.com

Amazon has recently implemented significant layoffs. These job cuts are occurring within a competitive and saturated employment landscape. The company's actions are contributing to a challenging environment for job seekers. This situation highlights broader trends in the technology and logistics sectors. The full impact of these reductions is still unfolding.

Seattle, Washington

https://theloadstar.com/cnbc-amazon-layoffs-take-their-toll-in-saturated-job-market/

The logistics and freight sector continues to experience significant distress. Hundreds of warehouse workers in Indiana are facing imminent layoffs. Humano LLC and SIMOS announced over 1,100 job cuts at an Avon facility. Ryder Integrated Logistics also reported 76 layoffs in Plainfield, Indiana. Multiple small trucking and warehousing companies recently filed for bankruptcy protection.

Avon, Indiana

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-distress-report-warehouse-cuts-mount-trucking-bankruptcies-continue

Dallas-area logistics provider Alan Ritchey Inc. said it will close an Irving transfer center and lay off 232 employees beginning in September, according to a WARN notice filed with state officials. Affected workers include forklift operators, shippers, packers, supervisors and managers.

https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/articles/north-texas-based-logistics-company-220503734.html

https://www.indexbox.io/blog/bankruptcies-and-layoffs-hit-transportation-and-logistics-sector-in-june-2026/

Expeditors, a global logistics company, announced 230 employee layoffs. These job cuts affect five locations across Washington state. The layoffs are due to a workplace restructuring. This restructuring impacts the company's U.S. Global Technology Department. Separations are expected between August 8 and December 31.

Bellevue, Washington

https://mynorthwest.com/local/bellevue-lay-off-logistics-wa/4246426

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/union-pacific-adds-peak-surcharges-in-southern-california

I’m hearing that across the US. Many midsized customers will go warehouse in October. What’s the word out there?

American Expediting will shut down its operations. This closure includes layoffs at its Media headquarters. The company's lenders refused further financing. They also did not approve debt restructuring. These actions led to the company's shutdown.

Media, Pennsylvania

https://www.bizjournals.com/philadelphia/news/2026/06/08/american-expediting-layoffs-closure-logistics.html

The freight and logistics industry is experiencing widespread financial distress. Numerous transportation and logistics firms sought bankruptcy protection. Sparhawk Trucking, SP Trans, and M&L Express are among those seeking Chapter 11 or Chapter 7. Facility closures and employee layoffs also impacted the sector. HelloFresh, GEODIS Logistics, FedEx, and Americold Logistics are closing sites.

https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/policy/articles/freight-distress-spreads-bankruptcies-layoffs-120000808.html

Geodis Logistics is closing a facility. This closure will result in 185 layoffs. The facility is located in Middlesex Township, Pennsylvania. It will close no later than August 31, 2026. The company filed a WARN notice regarding the permanent layoffs.

Carlisle, Pennsylvania

https://www.pennlive.com/business/2026/05/cumberland-county-facility-to-close-laying-off-185-people.html

Anyone know what the top out pay for this position is? Or how to tell what your top out pay is?

Likely rural centers as the goal seems to be picking up B2C packages near big city warehouses and not spread out residential deliveries. However every other package delivery company is after this same easy money. Least work gets more dollars.

Supply chain companies recently announced over 800 job cuts. These layoffs affect warehousing, trucking, and last-mile delivery operations. Contract losses, non-renewals, and facility closures are primary reasons. Saddle Creek Logistics, Ryder System, and Day & Ross USA are among the affected firms. This trend signals ongoing pressure in dedicated and contract freight markets.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/logistics-layoffs-top-800-as-contracts-unwind-across-trucking-warehousing

Small trucking and logistics companies are filing for bankruptcy. This trend shows continued financial pressure on smaller carriers. Freight demand remains uneven while costs stay high. Bankruptcies include micro-fleets and mid-sized regional operators. Some companies are liquidating rather than reorganizing their operations.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/small-trucking-firms-file-wave-of-bankruptcies-across-u-s

Mississippi experienced approximately 500 job reductions during the first quarter of 2026. The Mississippi Department of Employment Security released its quarterly report detailing these cuts. GXO Logistics was responsible for over 200 of these job losses. These specific layoffs occurred in DeSoto County. Greenwood Leflore Hospital also announced potential large-scale layoffs ahead of its expected closure.

DeSoto County, Mississippi

https://mississippitoday.org/2026/04/16/data-centers-layoffs-musk-marketplace/

US logistics and trucking companies eliminated 829 positions recently. These reductions stem from shifting supply chain strategies and contract losses. Saddle Creek Logistics Services cut 168 jobs in Texas. Ryder System closed an Iowa warehouse, laying off 153 employees. Day & Ross USA also reduced 149 jobs across five states.

https://www.harianbasis.co/en/us-logistics-firms-layoffs-contract-losses