Tag Archives: UPS

When it absolutely positively has to be there RIGHT NOW!

Posted on February 8, 2013 by problogic

The title of this post comes from an old Federal Express (now FedEx) advertising theme – “when it absolutely, positively has to be there overnight.” In the United States, FedEx and UPS (United Parcel Sdervice) have captured the bulk of the … Continue reading →

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Sorting out the geography of air delivery

Posted on January 7, 2013 by problogic

Below are lists of the primary sorting facilities (hubs) for the two largest air delivery firms in the world – UPS and Fedex. The first airport listed in bold is their principle worldwide hub, while the others are the company’s … Continue reading →

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