Amazon expands rural delivery with Oklahoma last-mile station

Core Insights - Amazon plans to invest $4 billion into its U.S. rural delivery network by 2026 to enhance shipping times in less populated areas [3] - The company aims to triple the footprint of its rural delivery network by the end of next year [3] - Amazon has invested over $7.2 billion in Oklahoma since 2010, creating 7,500 jobs in fulfillment and delivery, along with 7,000 indirect positions [4] Investment and Development - Amazon is developing a 30,000-square-foot last-mile delivery station in Weatherford, Oklahoma, expected to break ground in early 2026 [9] - The new facility will improve delivery times for customers in rural communities by processing packages for last-mile delivery [9] Competitive Landscape - Amazon's expansion into rural delivery comes as other logistics networks, like USPS and UPS, are adjusting their operations to reduce costs and increase efficiencies [6] - USPS is consolidating dropoff and pickup processes at select rural post offices, while UPS has reduced delivery days to certain rural areas [7]