Outlook 2021: Capacity constraints, higher rates spur demand for alternative parcel solutions

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Outlook 2021: Capacity constraints, higher rates spur demand for alternative parcel solutions

Cathy Morrow Roberson, Senior Contributor | Dec 31, 2020 12:30PM EST
Parcel volume growth driven by e-commerce is expected to continue accelerating in 2021, but with carriers focusing on the most profitable shipments, shippers are turning to regional carriers and "gig" delivery platforms.
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