UPS expands support for manufacturers with $50 million expansion

Known for its consumer and e-commerce package carrying network, parcel delivery giant UPS Inc. in now growing its capabilities in the business to business (B2B) sector, investing $50 million to increase its U.S.-Mexico air freight capacity for customers in the North American automotive and industrial manufacturing sectors. Atlanta-based UPS said the expansion would add network capabilities and dedicated industry teams to help manufacturers operate with greater resilience and precision. That extra support is needed so UPS can help customers navigate growing complexity as supply chains face ongoing pressure from automation, geopolitical shifts, and evolving regulatory demands. Specifically, UPS announced the expansion of its North American Air Freight capabilities – introducing time-definite heavy air freight service to and from Mexico for the first time and extending coverage across North America to better support production-critical supply chains. Unlike fragmented, multi-carrier models, UPS says it can integrate transportation, brokerage, and warehousing into a single solution, reducing handoffs and simplifying cross-border shipping. Beginning in August, UPS will offer 1-, 2- and 3-day service options to and from Mexico that help manufacturers move high-value, time-sensitive parts with greater speed and predictability. For its customers, this means fewer delays at the border, improved visibility from origin to destination and greater confidence in keeping production lines running. “Our automotive and industrial customers want an easy button for logistics,” said Matt Guffey, UPS chief commercial and strategy officer. “They need reliability, visibility and a partner that understands their supply chains – end to end, today and tomorrow. We have made strategic investments to build the team and the network that meets their needs unlike any other in the industry.”