DC cutting ties with Diamond

[mwynn]

Originally Posted by Petey Parker

They were actually supposed to have an online thing in place last year. I don't know whatever happened to it. I usually go online and download the form and then email what I want to my LCS. It would be so much easier to be able to choose the store I want online and then create an order. Diamond is way behind on that.

Check out http://comichub.com/Error/Error?aspxerrorpath=/ it does exactly what you said. Your store would just need to sign up.

[mwynn]

UCS will no longer be distributing DC Comics as of January 1st, 2021.

In April, UCS Comic Distributors partnered with DC at a time when comic book distribution was on pause and the supply chain disrupted as a result of the safer-at-home orders that were put in place. We are very proud of the role we played in transitioning DC during this unprecedented time.

The transition is now complete, and UCS is passing the baton to Lunar Distribution, who will handle all of DC Comics’ retail accounts as of January 1st. Our relationship with DC Comics will continue on all other fronts.

UCS will be transferring records of all unfilled FOC orders for items shipping January 2021 and beyond to Lunar to allow for a smooth transition for all accounts. Lunar will contact accounts over the next several weeks to confirm and finalize their information. Also please note, UCS will not be soliciting books as part of the November 2020 DC Connect catalogue.

Keep in mind:
UCS is not closing. We will be offering other exciting items that stores can use!
12/29/20 is last street date that we will deliver.
Any inquiries regarding sign-ups, distribution and/or shipping contact: service@lunardistribution.com

If you have questions in regards to DC policies or general inquiries, please email: ComicShopQuestions@dcentertainment.com

It’s been a pleasure to get to know all of the retailers, and we look forward to continuing this wonderful relationship.

Thank you,
UCS

[Jpapp25]

Well this Distributor Wars part II sure seemed to have cleared up quickly.

All joking aside, while Midtown had a solid mail order business DCBS always seemed like they were much more setup for large scale order taking and distribution. I'd be interested to see if DC tried to get either to sell their books exclusively.

[mwynn]

Originally Posted by Jpapp25

Well this Distributor Wars part II sure seemed to have cleared up quickly.

All joking aside, while Midtown had a solid mail order business DCBS always seemed like they were much more setup for large scale order taking and distribution. I'd be interested to see if DC tried to get either to sell their books exclusively.

This seems like another cost cutting move. It lines right up with their event in January. DC Future State.