United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) is a global logistics and package delivery company renowned for its expansive transportation network and integrated supply chain solutions. Founded in 1907 as the American Messenger Company, UPS has evolved from a small messenger service in Seattle into one of the world’s largest package delivery firms. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of services that includes ground parcel delivery, air freight, ocean freight, customs brokerage, and specialized supply chain management solutions.
UPS operates through three primary segments: U.S. Domestic Package, International Package, and Supply Chain & Freight. The U.S. Domestic Package segment handles day-definite and deferred deliveries across the United States, leveraging an extensive ground fleet and an advanced network of distribution centers. The International Package segment offers time-definite document and parcel delivery in more than 220 countries and territories. Through its Supply Chain & Freight division, UPS provides a range of contract logistics, freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and distribution services designed to optimize inventory management and reduce supply chain complexity for multinational clients.
With headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, UPS maintains a vast global footprint that includes integrated air hubs, regional distribution facilities, and local delivery stations. Its proprietary technology platform—powered by predictive analytics, route optimization software, and mobile applications—enhances operational efficiency and provides real-time visibility to customers. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Carol B. Tomé, UPS continues to invest in sustainability initiatives, alternative fuel vehicles, and digital enhancements aimed at reducing environmental impact and meeting evolving customer demands.