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UPS (NYSE: UPS) announces expansion of its ground shipping portfolio with two new options: UPS Ground Saver® and UPS® Ground with Freight Pricing. The Ground Saver offers economical shipping for less urgent packages with delivery times 1-2 days longer than standard UPS Ground, including features like Delivery Photo and upgrade options via UPS My Choice®.

The Ground with Freight Pricing targets commercial shipments over 150 lbs, offering cost savings versus LTL carriers without additional charges for lift-gate, inside delivery, or pallet weight. With the LTL market projected to reach $94.5 billion by 2025, UPS positions itself as the only major U.S. carrier offering parcel service at LTL pricing.

These launches mark the first of several product enhancements planned for 2025, as UPS continues its customer-first strategy with $91.1 billion in 2024 revenue.

UPS (NYSE: UPS) annuncia l'espansione del suo portafoglio di spedizioni terrestri con due nuove opzioni: UPS Ground Saver® e UPS® Ground con Prezzi per Merci. Il Ground Saver offre spedizioni economiche per pacchi meno urgenti con tempi di consegna 1-2 giorni più lunghi rispetto al servizio standard UPS Ground, includendo funzionalità come la Foto di Consegna e opzioni di aggiornamento tramite UPS My Choice®.

Il servizio Ground con Prezzi per Merci si rivolge a spedizioni commerciali superiori a 150 libbre, offrendo risparmi sui costi rispetto ai trasportatori LTL senza costi aggiuntivi per il sollevamento, la consegna interna o il peso del pallet. Con il mercato LTL previsto a raggiungere i 94,5 miliardi di dollari entro il 2025, UPS si posiziona come l'unico grande operatore statunitense a offrire servizi di pacchi a prezzi LTL.

Questi lanci segnano il primo di diversi miglioramenti di prodotto previsti per il 2025, mentre UPS continua la sua strategia orientata al cliente con un fatturato di 91,1 miliardi di dollari nel 2024.

UPS (NYSE: UPS) anuncia la expansión de su cartera de envíos terrestres con dos nuevas opciones: UPS Ground Saver® y UPS® Ground con Precios de Carga. El Ground Saver ofrece envíos económicos para paquetes menos urgentes con tiempos de entrega de 1 a 2 días más largos que el servicio estándar UPS Ground, incluyendo características como Foto de Entrega y opciones de actualización a través de UPS My Choice®.

El servicio Ground con Precios de Carga está dirigido a envíos comerciales de más de 150 libras, ofreciendo ahorros en costos en comparación con los transportistas LTL sin cargos adicionales por el uso de montacargas, entrega interna o peso de paletas. Con el mercado LTL proyectado para alcanzar los 94.5 mil millones de dólares para 2025, UPS se posiciona como el único gran transportista estadounidense que ofrece servicio de paquetería a precios LTL.

Estos lanzamientos marcan el primero de varios mejoramientos de productos planeados para 2025, mientras UPS continúa su estrategia centrada en el cliente con ingresos de 91.1 mil millones de dólares en 2024.

UPS (NYSE: UPS)UPS Ground Saver®UPS® Ground with Freight Pricing라는 두 가지 새로운 옵션으로 지상 배송 포트폴리오를 확장한다고 발표했습니다. Ground Saver는 표준 UPS Ground보다 1-2일 더 긴 배송 시간을 제공하며, 배송 사진 및 UPS My Choice®를 통한 업그레이드 옵션과 같은 기능을 포함하여 덜 긴급한 소포에 대한 경제적인 배송을 제공합니다.

Freight Pricing이 적용된 Ground 서비스는 150파운드 이상의 상업적 배송을 대상으로 하며, 리프트 게이트, 내부 배송 또는 팔레트 중량에 대한 추가 요금 없이 LTL 운송업체에 비해 비용 절감을 제공합니다. LTL 시장이 2025년까지 945억 달러에 이를 것으로 예상됨에 따라, UPS는 LTL 가격으로 소포 서비스를 제공하는 유일한 주요 미국 운송업체로 자리매김하고 있습니다.

이번 출시는 2025년을 위한 여러 제품 개선의 첫 번째로, UPS는 2024년 수익 911억 달러와 함께 고객 우선 전략을 지속하고 있습니다.

UPS (NYSE: UPS) annonce l'expansion de son portefeuille de livraison terrestre avec deux nouvelles options : UPS Ground Saver® et UPS® Ground avec Tarification de Fret. Le Ground Saver offre une expédition économique pour les colis moins urgents avec des délais de livraison de 1 à 2 jours plus longs que le service standard UPS Ground, incluant des fonctionnalités comme la Photo de Livraison et des options de mise à niveau via UPS My Choice®.

Le service Ground avec Tarification de Fret cible les expéditions commerciales de plus de 150 livres, offrant des économies de coûts par rapport aux transporteurs LTL sans frais supplémentaires pour le levage, la livraison intérieure ou le poids des palettes. Avec le marché LTL prévu pour atteindre 94,5 milliards de dollars d'ici 2025, UPS se positionne comme le seul grand transporteur américain à offrir un service de colis à des prix LTL.

Ces lancements marquent le premier de plusieurs améliorations de produits prévues pour 2025, alors qu'UPS continue sa stratégie centrée sur le client avec un chiffre d'affaires de 91,1 milliards de dollars en 2024.

UPS (NYSE: UPS) kündigt die Erweiterung seines Portfolios für Landversand mit zwei neuen Optionen an: UPS Ground Saver® und UPS® Ground mit Frachtpreisen. Der Ground Saver bietet wirtschaftliche Versandmöglichkeiten für weniger dringende Pakete mit Lieferzeiten, die 1-2 Tage länger sind als der Standard UPS Ground, einschließlich Funktionen wie Lieferfoto und Upgrade-Optionen über UPS My Choice®.

Der Ground-Service mit Frachtpreisen richtet sich an kommerzielle Sendungen über 150 lbs und bietet Kosteneinsparungen im Vergleich zu LTL-Transportunternehmen, ohne zusätzliche Gebühren für Hebetore, Innenlieferungen oder Palettengewicht. Da der LTL-Markt bis 2025 voraussichtlich 94,5 Milliarden US-Dollar erreichen wird, positioniert sich UPS als der einzige große US-Carrier, der Paketdienste zu LTL-Preisen anbietet.

Diese Einführungen markieren den ersten von mehreren Produktverbesserungen, die für 2025 geplant sind, während UPS weiterhin seine kundenorientierte Strategie mit einem Umsatz von 91,1 Milliarden US-Dollar im Jahr 2024 verfolgt.

Positive
  • Introduction of two new cost-effective shipping solutions expanding service portfolio
  • Strategic entry into $94.5 billion LTL market with competitive pricing advantage
  • Strong 2024 revenue performance of $91.1 billion
  • Unique market position as only major U.S. carrier offering parcel service at LTL pricing
Negative
  • Ground Saver delivery times 1-2 days slower than standard Ground service

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UPS's introduction of two new ground shipping options represents a strategically significant portfolio expansion that could strengthen the company's competitive positioning in both e-commerce and commercial shipping markets.

The new UPS Ground Saver service creates a middle-tier solution for cost-conscious shippers, offering delivery times just 1-2 days longer than standard Ground service but at more economical rates. This positions UPS to capture additional volume from price-sensitive e-commerce businesses without sacrificing the reliability of their network. The inclusion of delivery photo confirmation and UPS My Choice upgrade options maintains customer experience standards despite the lower price point.

More impactful is UPS's entry into the less-than-truckload (LTL) space with UPS Ground with Freight Pricing. By targeting shipments over 150 pounds, UPS is leveraging its small package network to compete directly with traditional LTL carriers. The company's ability to eliminate common LTL surcharges for lift-gate service, inside delivery, and pallet weight creates a compelling value proposition for commercial shippers.

The article notes the LTL market is projected to reach $94.5 billion by 2025, presenting a substantial growth opportunity. UPS's claimed advantage as "the only major U.S. small package carrier that offers parcel service at LTL pricing" could provide meaningful differentiation if executed effectively.

These offerings appear to be part of a broader portfolio transformation, described as "the first of many product enhancements" planned for 2025. This suggests a comprehensive strategy to drive growth through service diversification rather than just competing on price within existing segments.

UPS Ground Saver® and UPS® Ground with Freight Pricing Expand Customer Options, Powered by the Reliability and Best-in-Class Trust of UPS

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- UPS (NYSE: UPS) is doubling down on its customer-first strategy by expanding its end-to-end portfolio with two ground shipping options for residential and commercial shippers: UPS Ground Saver® and UPS® Ground with Freight Pricing. In today’s dynamic market, global logistics continues to evolve, and UPS is moving forward to deliver for customers of all needs and sizes.

"UPS is on a mission to transform our customer experience by offering an end-to-end portfolio which provides delivery, returns and pickup services seven-days-a-week," said UPS Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer Matt Guffey. "Ground Saver and Ground with Freight Pricing represent the first of many product enhancements UPS will roll out in 2025."

UPS Ground Saver®

UPS Ground Saver is a reliable, economical shipping solution for less urgent packages, leveraging the UPS® Smart Logistics Network.

Customers who choose UPS Ground Saver will take advantage of:

  • Reliability and speed with delivery time comparable to UPS Ground plus 1 – 2 days.
  • Superior recipient experience and control, giving consumers a unique ability to upgrade to faster UPS Ground via UPS My Choice®.
  • Outstanding economy product visibility including Delivery Photo.

For Direct-to-Consumer customers looking to reduce costs while maintaining a high level of service or for those shipping lower value merchandise, UPS Ground Saver provides the efficiency and reliability of the UPS Ground network.

UPS® Ground with Freight Pricing

UPS Ground with Freight Pricing provides exceptional value for less-than-pallet load shipments that weigh more than 150 lbs. and is ideal for commercial shippers looking for small package reliability.

Advantages include:

  • Predictable cost savings versus LTL carriers
  • No additional costs for lift-gate, inside delivery or pallet weight
  • Nationwide coverage with the reliability of the UPS network

IBIS World projects that the LTL market size will reach nearly $94.5 billion by 2025, illustrating a significant growth opportunity for UPS due to the considerable portion of the market that is compatible with small package shipping.

Guffey added, “UPS is the only major U.S. small package carrier that offers parcel service at LTL pricing, which is a true differentiator.”

Throughout 2025, UPS will roll out enhancements to its premium portfolio offerings that will raise the bar for the delivery and logistics industry. These enhancements will put shippers and receivers in the driver’s seat, with increased control, visibility and choice.

Media assets can be found here.

About UPS

UPS (NYSE: UPS) is one of the world’s largest companies, with 2024 revenue of $91.1 billion, and provides a broad range of integrated logistics solutions for customers in more than 200 countries and territories. Focused on its purpose statement, “Moving our world forward by delivering what matters,” the company’s approximately 490,000 employees embrace a strategy that is simply stated and powerfully executed: Customer First. People Led. Innovation Driven. UPS is committed to reducing its impact on the environment and supporting the communities we serve around the world. More information can be found at www.ups.com, about.ups.com and investors.ups.com.

UPS Media Relations

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Source: UPS

FAQ

What are the two new ground shipping options introduced by UPS in 2025?

UPS introduced Ground Saver® for economical, less urgent deliveries and Ground with Freight Pricing for shipments over 150 lbs targeting commercial customers.

How much longer does UPS Ground Saver take compared to standard Ground shipping?

UPS Ground Saver delivery times are 1-2 days longer than standard UPS Ground service.

What is the projected size of the LTL market that UPS is targeting by 2025?

According to IBIS World, the LTL market is projected to reach $94.5 billion by 2025.

What was UPS's revenue in 2024?

UPS reported revenue of $91.1 billion for 2024.

What advantages does UPS Ground with Freight Pricing offer compared to LTL carriers?

It offers predictable cost savings with no additional charges for lift-gate, inside delivery, or pallet weight, plus nationwide coverage with UPS network reliability.
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