Zipline Logistics

10/20/2026

Yep, you read that correctly.

Empty shelves are costing global retailers an estimated $690.9 billion annually.

This figure was shared at a recent asset protection conference, where empty shelves ranked as the largest category of retail loss by a significant margin.

For CPG brands, that raises an important question: How much of your lost sales opportunity is actually a distribution problem?

A product can be in demand, sitting in a warehouse, and ready to move. But if it doesn't make it to the shelf when and where consumers expect it, that demand doesn't translate into a sale.

So, CPG leaders, let's talk:

When your product isn't on the shelf, where does the breakdown most often happen?

Transportation, retailer receiving, forecasting, inventory planning, or somewhere else entirely?

Curious to hear what you're seeing across the industry.

10/15/2026

Zipline Logistics is returning to Natural Products Expo West 2027 as the event's exclusive Platinum Logistics Sponsor, marking six consecutive years of its now-iconic bathroom advertising campaign that has become a fan favorite among attendees.

Since first appearing in restroom stalls at Expo West in 2022, Zipline's tongue-in-cheek ads have transformed an unexpected space into one of the show's most memorable marketing moments.

Read more about the fun behind the campaign and what to expect at the next show: https://bit.ly/47cYB1c

10/13/2026

Late trucks. Rejected loads. Surprise fees. Missing pallets.

The shipment that was supposed to be easy... until absolutely everything went wrong.

If you've worked in CPG logistics long enough, you probably have at least one shipping horror story that still makes you cringe.

In this episode of TRUCK YEAH!, we're revisiting some of the wildest, weirdest, and most stressful shipping situations we've encountered and, more importantly, what CPG brands can learn from them.

Watch here: https://bit.ly/4dAen9U

10/07/2026

One of the perks of working with great brands? Getting to taste the goods 👀

Thanks to our new friends at Daytrip Beverages for the samples. We’re officially very happy to be part of the Daytrip journey 🥤

10/05/2026

10/4 Day is a special holiday we created to recognize the carrier partners who keep freight moving every day.

Behind every successful shipment is a carrier we’ve trusted to get the job done. To all of our carrier partners who show up, communicate, navigate the unexpected and deliver for our customers day after day: thank you for keeping it moving.

Want to know what we look for when building a carrier network we can count on?

Read more about 10/4 Day and Zipline’s carrier qualification process here:

Zipline Logistics is proud to once again be celebrating our valued carrier partners on 10/4 Day! Thank You to Our Valued Carrier PartnersTo the carriers who keep freight moving day after day, thank you.You’re the ones behind the wheel, making the miles, navigating the unexpected, and getting

10/01/2026

Q4 is when the pressure on CPG supply chains really starts to build.

From fuel prices and inflation to winter weather, holiday capacity, regulatory changes, and broker liability, this Q4 Freight Market Forecast covers the key freight market dynamics that could impact your Q4 2026 transportation strategy.

Learn more:

Q4 is when the pressure on CPG supply chains really starts to build.Holiday demand is rising while severe weather can disrupt critical lanes. And heading into Q4 2026, fuel costs are exorbitantly high while regulatory changes are reshaping the carrier landscape. Each factor creates its own challen

09/29/2026

Peak season is colliding with record diesel prices, tighter capacity, and a freight network that still has no real margin for error.

Hosts Jesse Juett and Teddy Knox are joined by Zipline Logistics Co-founder Andrew Lynch for a blunt Q4 2026 freight market update that every shipper, brand, and supply chain team needs before the holiday rush hits full force.

If you’re trying to protect service, avoid costly surprises, and make better decisions in a freight market with almost no slack, this conversation is essential listening.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://hubs.li/Q04yzDyv0

09/24/2026

Landing a meeting with a major retailer is one thing. Successfully getting your product onto their shelves and keeping it there is definitely another.

Retailers like Costco have strict shipping requirements, tight appointment windows, and very little room for error. One late delivery or compliance issue can quickly become a costly mistake that impacts future opportunities.

If Costco is on your retail roadmap, check out this free guide that breaks down what every CPG brand should know before shipping their first load.

You'll learn how to avoid common pitfalls, stay compliant, and set up your retail launch for success.

Access the free guide here:

New to Costco transportation? In this free ebook, we breakdown Costco vendor requirements so you can ace your vendor scorecard.

09/22/2026

Your next freight RFP should do more than collect a stack of rates.

It should help you understand your network, identify where service matters most, and uncover where you can actually save.

For CPG shippers, that means an RFP process that gives you:
→ A retail-specialized evaluation of the lanes you need covered
→ Clear visualization of your freight network and potential savings
→ Data-backed insights from your own shipping activity
→ Competitive pricing with logic behind the numbers

The goal isn’t simply to find the lowest rate, but rather to walk away with a clearer picture of your freight network and a transportation strategy you can actually stand behind.

See what that kind of RFP process can look like: https://bit.ly/4iJsKft

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09/17/2026

At some point, almost every growing CPG brand asks the same question: Do we actually need a third-party logistics provider, or can we keep handling this ourselves?

The answer isn't always straightforward, so let's break down what a 3PL actually does, the signs you've outgrown managing freight on your own, and the biggest misconceptions brands have about outsourcing logistics.

Listen here:

At some point, almost every growing CPG brand asks the same questio...