Parcel Delivery Digest: latest insights of the parcel delivery industry
- February 19, 2026
- 1 min
Welcome to Kardinal’s Parcel Delivery Digest, a weekly news digest about last mile delivery industry from various sources.
To read the articles, click on the images. Enjoy your reading!
Royal Mail given two weeks to respond to claims it is prioritising parcels
Royal Mail has two weeks to respond to MPs’ concerns that it’s prioritising parcels over letters, causing delays. The company cites health and safety reasons, while Ofcom warns fines may continue if service doesn’t improve.
Posti financial results
In 2025, Posti’s net sales fell to €1.45B, but parcel growth, efficient operations, and automation drove record Q4 margins. Shares began trading on Nasdaq Helsinki, a €0.84/share dividend is proposed, and 2026 guidance expects stable net sales (€1.4–1.5B) and adjusted EBIT (€63–79M).
European Commission opens investigation into PostNord Logistics capital injection
The European Commission has launched a detailed investigation into whether PostNord Logistics’ €15.4M capital injection from its state-owned parent complies with EU state aid rules.
Posti: AI agents are transforming E-Commerce and delivery choices
A Posti survey finds 53% of logistics decision-makers expect AI shopping agents in online stores within five years, highlighting the need for complete, accurate product and delivery data to enable automated, data-driven purchasing and logistics decisions.
UPS identifies 22 package facilities for closure
UPS plans to close 22 unionized sortation centers in 18 states in 2026 as part of its Network of the Future strategy, aiming to consolidate operations, cut costs, reduce workforce, and better match labor with declining parcel volumes.
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