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Apr. 15, 2026

MEDIA EVENT: Tour New Sorting and Delivery Center in Hammond

Media tour offers behind-the-scenes look at new sorting technology, facility upgrades and next generation delivery vehicles

What:

A guided tour of the new Hammond Sorting and Delivery Center (S&DC) highlighting updated operations, state-of-the-art package sorting technology, facility upgrades, and Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDVs). Interviews will be available following the tour.

When:

Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2026
9 a.m. CST

Where:

Hammond S&DC
5530 Sohl Ave
Hammond, IN 46320

RSVP:

All invited guests must register here -
https://uspsonlinesolutions.wufoo.com/forms/qkagqjl0c6386k/ no later than Tuesday, Apr. 21, 2026. Visitors on the workroom floor should wear fully enclosed, sturdy, low-heel shoes.

What you’ll see: :

  • S&DC overview: how mail and packages are staged and dispatched to strengthen last-mile delivery
  • New sorting technology: demonstration of equipment and workflow designed to improve speed and efficiency
  • Facility upgrades: improved layouts, new cases, and upgraded employee areas (break areas / restrooms, where permissible)
  • Vehicles: NGDVs on site and, where applicable, EV / charging readiness

Visual / B-roll opportunities:

  • Package sorting equipment in operation
  • Workroom floor action, tour walk-through
  • Exterior signage and facility shots
  • NGDVs and other delivery vehicles on site
  • EVs / charging infrastructure (if applicable)
  • Upgraded employee areas (where permissible)

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U.S. Postal Service Celebrates 250 Years

The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to more than 170 million addresses six and often seven days a week. Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is celebrating its 250th year of service to customers amidst a network modernization plan aimed at restoring long-term financial sustainability, improving service, and maintaining the organization as one of America’s most valued and trusted brands.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

For USPS media resources, including broadcast-quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter; Instagram; Pinterest; Threads; and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel and like us on Facebook. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.

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