Bringoz Industry Weekly 11/9

hoppers face delivery issues including late deliveries and package theft. Warehouse demand surged in Q3. Volvo Autonomous Solutions is potentially quarters away from removing safety drivers in the U.S. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.

Two-thirds of shoppers now feel a surge of anxiety after clicking “buy” for an online purchase, according to a new report from Narvar. Seventy-four percent of consumers experienced a late delivery in the past year, and 86% encountered at least one delivery issue. In addition, 41% of shoppers said they have had at least one package stolen and 40% abandoned an online purchase in the past year because they feared it would be. Read more.

Demand for U.S. industrial real estate space surged in Q3, according to Colliers. The rise in demand comes as companies become more comfortable making long-term decisions despite tariff-driven uncertainty, Prologis President Dan Letter said in an earnings call. The logistics real estate firm is seeing particularly strong demand among eCommerce companies and businesses investing in their supply chains to improve service and manage costs. Read more.

Volvo Autonomous Solutions is potentially quarters away, as opposed to years, from removing safety drivers in the U.S., according to Head of On-Road Solutions Sasko Cuklev. The company is currently operating five trucks on two lanes in Texas and the business is targeting expansion in the Sunbelt and broader U.S. Its AV tech partners include Aurora and Waabi and its commercial partners include DHL and Uber Freight. Read more.

One of the most persistent inefficiencies in freight operations is empty miles, which represent miles driven by vehicles without any freight onboard. These non-revenue miles waste fuel, labor, and time, and significantly increase carbon emissions. Here’s a look at how fleets can reduce empty miles, conserve fuel, and operate more efficiently. Read more.

As the demand for fast delivery grows, drivers are under increasing pressure to perform quickly, safely, and accurately. Delivery drivers are vital to the success of logistics operations, but they face a range of challenges that can impact their performance and safety. Here’s a look at the top challenges delivery drivers face and how companies can help mitigate them. Read more.

Whether it’s an online grocery order, a parcel delivery, or a B2B shipment, customers expect not just quality products but also seamless and transparent delivery experiences. One of the biggest hurdles is handling delivery complaints, which can range from delayed deliveries to missing packages. Here’s a look at the key to minimizing delivery complaints. Read more.