Wall St outlook Earnings blitz to test market's mettle Oct 17, 2009
Web media company Yahoo Inc's is also on tap, along with United Parcel Service Inc, eBay Inc, Kimberly-Clark, Altria Group and Hasbro Inc.. Wells Fargo & Co and US Bancorp will also be among banks reporting. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Evans post office dropped the ball Oct 9, 2009
Even President Obama said it publicly that Federal Express and United Parcel Service are more efficient that the U.S. Postal Service. Maybe he has had the same problem as me. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Diggings: Gearing up for Gorgeous Gordon Oct 4, 2009
The local United Parcel Service driver was recently inducted into the company's Circle of Honor, which recognizes drivers who have attained 25 years or more of accident-free driving. Rowe, who lives in Butte, works out of the UPS facility located at 111 N. Parkmont. (Montana Standard, MT)
Brown-Forman high on green ranking Sep 26, 2009
Other companies on the list included General Electric Co., No. 82; United Parcel Service Inc., 85; Cummins, 91; Ford Motor Co., 108; and Yum Brands Inc., 194. Most Read Stories. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Local Event Promotes College For Foster Kids Sep 24, 2009
The event is sponsored by the Commission on Children, Youth and Families with support by Child Welfare Services; San Diego County Office of Education- Foster Youth Services; Cal-SOAP; Grossmont College-FAKCE; Casey Family Programs; the San Diego Juvenile Court; the University of San Diego Center for Community Service Learning; and United Parcel Service. Registration for the event begins at 8:30 a.m. Free parking is available in the Mission Parking structure. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
FedEx boosts delivery capacity Sep 24, 2009
It's a competitor of United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS), which has a package hub in Louisville. Reader Comments. (Louisville Business First, KY)
FedEx lifts rates as profits fall Sep 18, 2009
The big delivery companies FedEx and United Parcel Service are seen as indicators of the state of the health of the US economy. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Americas)
U.S. Airlift Contracts Go to AMR, Delta, Others Sep 18, 2009
It said a team led by United Parcel Service Inc also won an international airlift contract from the command worth up to $331. 7 million with a minimum guarantee of $74. (ABC News -- Wire)
Who’s Looking After the Workers? Sep 14, 2009
This pension fund is used by United Parcel Service and other trucking companies. And under a multiemployer pension fund such as Central States, if some employers go out of business then others have to pay their obligations. (Human Events Online)
UPS worker charged with sunglasses theft Sep 11, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH -- A United Parcel Service worker accused of stealing sunglasses said he needed the money he made by selling the eyewear to his friends, Daytona Beach police investigators said. Brandon Loser, 21, of Port Orange was arrested Wednesday night and charged with grand theft, said police spokesman Jimmie Flynt. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
These Stocks Will Burn You Sep 10, 2009
United Parcel Services (NYSE: UPS) ... United Parcel Service is an Income Investor recommendation. (MSNBC -- Business)
Longevinex(R) Files Lawsuit Against ResveratrolBenefits.com, for False and Misleading Statements Sep 10, 2009
The Complaint filed by Longevinex(R) alleges that Mayne's website, whose listed address and telephone number are those of a United Parcel Service storefront in San Francisco, has made false and misleading statements about Longevinex on its ResveratrolBenefits ... The United Parcel Service office states that, contrary to Mayne's claims, neither Mayne nor his website has any mailbox or registration at that location. (PR Newswire)
Small hauler Sep 10, 2009
During normal business hours, the 44-year-old East End resident works as a fuels quality control technician for United Parcel Service Inc., overseeing the use of about 555,000 gallons of aviation fuel per day. In his spare time, he collects rent on the seven properties, most of them in the West End, that his Chris Puryear Properties LLC owns and maintains. (Louisville Business First, KY)
I am an Avon representative here in the Imperial Valley. Quite often I receive shipments via United Parcel Service. The problem is that the boxes are usually trashed by the time they reach my home. I have received many other packages from them and they arrive in good shape. I have spoken to several other Avon representatives and they have the same problem. So, what’s up with the Avon packages? I asked the driver and he practically denied even understanding the question. Would it be possible for you to get to the bottom of this? — Avon Aggravated, Brawley'>Avon representatives need to talk to Avon, not UPS, about damaged packages. Sep 7, 2009
Quite often I receive shipments via United Parcel Service. The problem is that the boxes are usually trashed by the time they reach my home. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Fed Ex is getting jobbed by UPS political maneuver in Congress Sep 4, 2009
This language was inserted at the request of FedEx Express's competitor United Parcel Service (UPS). The change would force FedEx Express - considered one of America's best-run companies - to radically reorganize its overnight delivery system. (Anchorage Daily News)
Twitter, texting help disaster communication Sep 2, 2009
Others are employees of companies such as United Parcel Service, Motorola and Office Depot that plan to hold safety drills and training sessions. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Our readers speak: Government insurance option would only add competition Sep 1, 2009
FedEx and United Parcel Service are doing just fine even though we have the government option to ship our packages if we so choose. This government option has surely kept a lid on UPS and FedEx charges, but has not put FedEx or UPS out of business. (Montana Standard, MT)
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for August 31 Aug 31, 2009
Today, known as the United Parcel Service, its trucks are still brown. It is the largest package delivery company, handling 15 million packages a day in more than 200 countries around the world. (PR Newswire)
EEOC Delivers Lawsuit Over UPS Medical Leave Policy Aug 29, 2009
The world's delivery giant, United Parcel Service, has been receiving some unwanted packages these days from the federal government: lawsuits. Late Thursday, in what the is calling a "major class lawsuit," UPS was sued in federal court in Chicago for allegedly denying sufficient medical leave to disabled employees. (Law.com)
Marijuana found in fake UPS truck Aug 28, 2009
2 million worth of marijuana from a cloned United Parcel Service (UPS) truck on November 14. The suspects had painted the truck a shade of brown similar to the color of authentic UPS trucks and affixed reflective yellow decals to the truck. (FOX 11, AZ)
Maryland secures $5.9M for hybrid trucks Aug 28, 2009
With the money, the state will help a handful of companies such as Aramark Corp., Efficiency Enterprises Inc., Nestle Waters of North America, Sysco Corp. and United Parcel Service of America Inc. buy the hybrid electric freightliners and hydraulic trucks, all slated to be American-made. The move, which Maryland leaders said will create 205 new jobs, is expected to divert the use of 460,000 gallons of petroleum and cut greenhouse gas emissions by more than 262,000 pounds each year. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Health-care proposal is all wrong Aug 27, 2009
The president himself touted the success of Federal Express and United Parcel Service as opposed to the U.S. Post Office. Yes, Mr. President, I agree with you on this one. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pilots union wants cargo ban on lithium batteries after fires started Aug 26, 2009
In another instance, a package of cell phone batteries shipped from Michigan to the Dominican Republican was found smoking and smoldering after a United Parcel Service plane landed in Santo Domingo on July 15. The package documentation indicated "used batteries non-haz.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
UPS Truck Plows Into Fence, Building Aug 26, 2009
-- A United Parcel Service truck went off a roadway, through a fence and into a building, according to the California Highway Patrol. The accident was reported Tuesday along eastbound Highway 50 near Hazel Avenue. (KCRA 3, CA)
Second health-care 'phone town hall' goes well Aug 26, 2009
" You can read the full study here: Posted by Kurious, a resident of the Barron Park neighborhood, on Aug 24, 2009 at 9:43 pmBy the Presidents own example, the post office is an unsustainable mess outperformed by the profitable (that means they employ people) United Parcel Service and Federal Express, who, contrary to uninformed opinion, are not actually related to the Government. And the last time I checked, firemen and police are the first public servants threatened by dismisal whenever some... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Analogy doesn't wash Aug 23, 2009
I am certain that President Obama's comment about the ability of Federal Express and United Parcel Service to compete against the U.S. Postal Service was meant to calm fears about government subsidized health care destroying private insurers' ability to compete ... Federal Express and United Parcel Service are protected by the interstate commerce clause of the Constitution from interference by the states in the services they offer, while the federal government is not. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Boycott working? Aug 18, 2009
Some of the advertisers who are targeted as part of the campaign include GEICO, NutriSystem and United Parcel Service. The full text of the petition is below. (The Palm Beach Post)
Life in the fast lane Aug 18, 2009
For about $300 for three hours, three or four companies per month rent the entire facility, with United Parcel Service Inc. alone booking at least one event per month. Revenue down this year. (Louisville Business First, KY)
John J. Valeri, at 54; was UPS international executive Aug 15, 2009
That personality propelled him through the ranks at United Parcel Service, where he became a top international executive. He went past being a good [human resources] person, said UPS chief operating officer David Abney. (Boston Globe)
UPS lays off 6 in state, including 3 in Butte Aug 7, 2009
United Parcel Service laid off six employees in Montana this week, including three in its Butte freight division. Company spokesman Dan McMackin verified the layoffs from UPS headquarters in Atlanta, Ga. (Montana Standard, MT)
Michael Winship: Pay-to-Play - Washingtons sport of kings Aug 7, 2009
It seems FedEx, the package delivery megacorporation, is facing a change in law that may hurt its competitive advantage over United Parcel Service. Enter the American Conservative Union which seeks to be the conservative voice in Washington, according to its Web site which said it would back FedEx s opposition to the legislation with direct mail, e-mail and phone campaigns, radio ads, and the creation of op-ed and other articles by ACU president David Keene and members of its board. (Medfield Press, MA)
Postmaster General to Ask to Cut Aug 7, 2009
Private shipping companies FedEx (FDX) and United Parcel Service (UPS) were down slightly on Wednesday along with the broader market. The U.S. Postal Service, By the Numbers. (Fox News)
Old Banks, New Lending Tricks Aug 6, 2009
FedEx, United Parcel Service (), Hewlett-Packard (), and Toyota Motor Credit have all taken the plunge. "It wasn't our idea," says a UPS spokesman. (BusinessWeek)
United Way lowers its fundraising expectations Aug 5, 2009
United Parcel Service. United Way of the Valley and Greater Utica Area. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Kenya: Major U.S. Delivery Firm to Buy Uniforms Aug 5, 2009
Delegates attending the forum's session on ways to rejuvenate the supply chain in cotton textile and apparel, said that the entry of United Parcel Service would increase demand and create more jobs in the sector. United Parcel Service, commonly referred to as UPS, is the world's largest package delivery company, and given that the company has 425,300 employees, according to 2008 figures, this is another big opportunity for textile firms. (allAfrica.com)
Some succeed against economic struggles Aug 3, 2009
But now, Crawford said, hes feeling pretty good, hanging in there as his longtime job at United Parcel Service seems steady. He said he refinanced his mortgage, bringing the interest rate down to 5. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Police: Purling woman part of national scam Jul 31, 2009
In June, state police were contacted by an unidentified Coxsackie woman who complained about an unknown subject mailing United Parcel Service packages in the name of her deceased husband. After an investigation, police found that 41-year-old Traci L. Bushie-Campagna of Purling was mailing the packages all over the nation with forged money orders or checks. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Failed bank, FDIC sue UPS unit Jul 28, 2009
The bank and the FDIC have now sued a lending unit of United Parcel Service, claiming the unit duped the bank into making bad loans. Related News. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
3rd Circuit Rejects Certification in UPS Discrimination Case Jul 24, 2009
Scirica said in a footnote that the central claim in Hohider v. United Parcel Service Inc. was that UPS has an unwritten policy of requiring that injured or ill employees must be "100 percent cured" before they can return to work. Scirica said in the footnote that the plaintiffs claimed UPS requires all employees returning from medical leave to present a full medical release certifying that the employee is able to perform the "essential functions" of his or her last job, which almost always... (Law.com)
UPS profit plunges 49 percent Jul 24, 2009
UPS, also know as United Parcel Service, along with rival FedEx Corp. are seen by economists and analysts as bellwethers of the global economy, since they deal with such basic indicators of company health as orders and product shipments. UPS has seen weaker package volume due to cutbacks by businesses amid the U.S. recession. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Wall Street US stocks advance Jul 17, 2009
United Parcel Service and General Electric led industrial shares to the best gain among 10 groups as Roubini, the New York University professor who predicted the financial crisis, said a second government stimulus plan would help broaden the economic recovery. The S&P 500 increased 0. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Will Revenues Be Below Par at the British Open? Jul 17, 2009
Outside of longtime Open Championship sponsors Royal Bank of Scotland (), , Lexus (), Unisys (), and Nikon (), United Parcel Service () in May announced efforts to expand its international golf sponsorship, completing a four-year deal as an official supplier of the British Open. The agreement adds to UPS's deal to sponsor six PGA European Tour events annually as its official logistics and express sponsor. (BusinessWeek)
ESCONDIDO: Volunteers repaint Iraqi War vet's house Jul 12, 2009
Mark Ripperger rolls paint as volunteers from United We Paint and the United Parcel Service provide a makeover Saturday to the house of a U.S. Army sergeant who served in the Iraq War ... Suzanne Zinnger paints the house trim as volunteers from United We Paint and the United Parcel Service provide a free painting makeover to a U.S. Army sergeant who served in the Iraq War ... United We Paint decided right away to help Kahlor out and asked the local United Parcel Service division to pitch in. (North County Times)
Is It Time to Buy Oil? Jul 11, 2009
United Parcel Service is an Income Investor pick. The Fool owns shares of Berkshire Hathaway andhas adisclosure policy. (MSNBC -- Business)
John Platfers Jul 9, 2009
He was employed by the United Parcel Service for 20 years. John enjoyed many activities, including cooking, bowling, dancing, watching football, carpentry work and gardening. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Health care system inequitableTuesday, June 30, 2009 Jul 1, 2009
Well then, how has the United Parcel Service been able to survive in competition with the U.S. postal system. Competition has improved service and efficiency for both UPS and the postal system. (Missoulian, MT)
Is U.S. Hyperinflation a Real Possibility? Jun 25, 2009
United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) ... United Parcel Service is a Motley Fool Income Investor recommendation. (MSNBC -- Business)
Virgin America May Add More U.S. Investors This Year Amid Federal Inquiry Jun 24, 2009
Questions on Virgin Americas ownership are similar to objections United Parcel Service Inc. and FedEx Corp. raised over the U.S. operations of DHL Express, owned by Germanys Deutsche Post AG, said , president of AeroEcon, an aviation consulting firm in Round Rock, Texas. Deutsche Post entered the U.S. market, only to halt most U.S. express operations after a decade of losses. (Bloomberg -- US)
Furutani & Peters LLP: UPS Supervisor Awarded $162,992.85 in Overtime Compensation Jun 20, 2009
The case is Michael Marlo v. United Parcel Service, Inc., United States District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. CV 03-4336 DDP (RZx). The verdict was reached on May 20, 2009. (PR Newswire)
READ: About the National Summit Jun 16, 2009
D. SCOTT DAVIS Chairman & CEO United Parcel Service, Inc.. EMILY STOVER DEROCCO President The Manufacturing Institute Senior Vice President National Association of Manufacturers. (USA Today -- Money)
Uncertain terrain: Dealer saddled with inventory when Chrysler pulls his franchise Jun 2, 2009
Flanagan was notified of the decision on May 14 via a letter delivered by the United Parcel Service, and since then, there's been no other word from the corporation. At this point, what happens on June 10 is a mystery. (Missoulian, MT)
Visalia stadium remodel scores big May 29, 2009
NEW FRIEND: The Visalia Economic Development Corp. notes that a key selling point of the Visalia Industrial Park is that United Parcel Service can deliver to most of California within a day. Chief executive officer Mike McAlear of Service Spring Corp. said that is one of the main reasons he's opening a West Coast distribution center in the Visalia Industrial Park. (Fresno Bee)
Internet Employment Scams May 25, 2009
This particular scammer was looking for a virtual administrative assistant, someone to mail 50 checks a day through the United Parcel Service (UPS) for them. These scammers have become so sophisticated in their tactics to reel in American citizens that they even create websites that use the name of legitimate businesses. (Suite101.com)
Returning reservists find military duty clashes with job protection May 19, 2009
Four years later he went to work for United Parcel Service. Eleven years after that, the United States invaded Iraq. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
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Chrysler dealers were notified of their status with the company via United Parcel Service letter and listed the dealers specified for closure in federal bankruptcy court. Jessie Weber, a sales professional at Hanigan Chrysler Jeep Dodge, said he was happy to be able to stay in business and people there had not been really concerned. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Chrysler to close 5 dealerships in Wyo. May 17, 2009
Dealers were told Thursday morning via United Parcel Service letter if they would remain or be eliminated. Were happy that we are not one of the ones (on the list), said Brad Follensbee, general manager for the Gillette dealership. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Chrysler to close hundreds of dealers May 16, 2009
Dealers were told Thursday morning through United Parcel Service letters if they would remain or be eliminated. The cuts are likely to devastate cities and towns across the country as thousands of jobs are lost and taxes are not paid. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Local Car Dealer to Lose Jeep Line May 16, 2009
Dealerships including Auffenberg were told Thursday morning through United Parcel Service letters if they would remain or be eliminated. No one at the Jeep dealership wished to comment to The Missourian. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Chrysler dealers survive with mixed emotions May 16, 2009
Dealerships received word through a United Parcel Service letter. Bill Chertudi, sales manager at Roberson, said it was business as usual Friday. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Fulton Chrysler dealership not among those eliminated May 16, 2009
Gloria Miller, wife of Miller Chrysler-Dodge-Jeep dealer David Miller, said the Fulton dealership received a United Parcel Service letter from Chrysler Corporation Thursday morning informing them that their dealership had been retained. All Chrysler dealerships throughout the nation received the letters about the same time Thursday morning telling them whether their dealership was retained or eliminated. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Deter Motor Co. Chrysler dealership stays open May 16, 2009
In an Associated Press story, "Chrysler officials said in a bankruptcy court filing Thursday that the network is antiquated and has too many stores competing with each other. The company, in a motion filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in New York, said it wants to shed 789 dealerships by June 9. Many of the dealers' sales are too low, the automaker said, with just over 50 percent of dealers accounting for about 90 percent of the company's U.S. sales. Dealers were told Thursday morning through... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Holdiman: Chrysler decision not final May 16, 2009
-based automaker, which entered Chapter 11 bankruptcy two weeks ago, informed all the affected dealers Thursday morning via United Parcel Service letters. All of the dealers can continue to sell Chyrsler vehicles until June 9. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Sunbelt spared Chrysler cuts May 15, 2009
Dealers were told Thursday morning through United Parcel Service letters if they would remain or be eliminated. We did not get a notice to close and we are active in business at Sunbelt Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Lake City and Live Oak, said Dennis Conway, Sunbelt general manager. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Chrysler shuts down two local dealerships May 15, 2009
Dealers were told Tuesday morning through United Parcel Service letters if they would be eliminated. Chrysler Vice Chairman Jim Press called the cuts difficult but necessary. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Area Chrysler dealership placed on chopping block May 15, 2009
The dealerships received United Parcel Service letters informing them of the decision Thursday morning. Lawrence said the dealership was unhappy with how the matter was handled. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
