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The U.S. Postal Service plans to auction access to its last-mile delivery network in 2026 to generate revenue and address its financial struggles, including a net loss of $9 billion in 2025, while facing potential contract changes with Amazon and ongoing modernization efforts.
The U.S. Postal Service announced a new initiative to open its last-mile delivery network to a broader range of shippers through a bid solicitation process, aiming to enhance delivery options, reduce costs, and increase revenue, with bids opening in early 2026.
Wing and Walmart are expanding their drone delivery service to 100 new stores across five US cities, enhancing convenience for customers by offering faster delivery options for small orders, with Wing's drones capable of handling payloads up to five pounds and covering distances up to 12 miles.
Amazon is looking to partner with small businesses, such as bodegas and IT shops, to expand its last-mile delivery network. The company pays a small fee to small retailers for each package they deliver. Amazon wants to turn small partner shops into small Amazon storage spaces. The company is accepting applications from potential partner stores on its website. This program reduces Amazon's dependency on other delivery companies and offers additional income to small retailers.