United Parcel Service

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United Parcel Service

An American delivery company. It delivers packages all over the world, in addition to supply chain delivery and less than truckload services. It was established in 1907 by two teenagers who delivered packages on foot, bicycle and motorcycle.
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After borrowing 100 dollars from a friend, he stablished the American Messenger Company in the west coast city.
Global giant grabs prime colliery site; REDEVELOPMENT: Parcels group UPS splashes out millions to build regional hub
Founded in 1907 as the American Messenger Company, UPS deliveries were first made on foot or bicycle.
UPS ROLLS OUT A NEW LOOK; 64,000 VEHICLES WITH NEW GRAPHICS TO HIT THE ROAD ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Evolving from a local bicycle messenger service in 1907 to a global provider of package delivery and supply chain services today, UPS started when an enterprising 19-year-old named Jim Casey borrowed $100 from a friend and established the American Messenger Company in Seattle.
UPS Small Business Contest Expands Beyond U.S
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