Blue Dart Profit 206.69 million up by 19.94 pct
Blue Dart Express Limited declared its financial results for the quarter and half year ended June 30, 2008 at their Board Meeting held in the city.
Profit after tax for the 2nd quarter ended June 30, 2008 was Rs 206.69 million, an increase of 19.94 pct over the corresponding period of the previous year. Income from operations for the 1st half ended June 30, 2008 was Rs 4,842.86 million, an increase of 31.19 pct over the corresponding period of the previous year.
Speaking on the occasion, Anil Khanna, Managing Director, Blue Dart Express Ltd said “Blue Dart in its 25th year of operations stands committed to its role of a trade facilitator. It has been our constant endeavour to provide the best of quality services to our customers, since our inception. We serve a loyal customer base and would like to take this opportunity to thank our customers for their continued support and all Blue Darters, who have believed in our vision and enabled us to deliver our promise. Our results are a confirmation of our customer’s trust in us and of our commitment to serve their business.”
With the reinforcement of its ground express product ‘Dart Surfaceline’ last year, Blue Dart has now expanded its reach to over 20,955 locations across the country. Pioneers in India’s air express segment, Blue Dart today operates six air freighters, across 62 air routes with a payload capacity of 300 tonnes per night.
“The strategy going ahead is to be a one-stop shop for all the distribution requirements our customers might have. We stand committed to bring people and markets together and participate in the country’s growth story”, added Anil Khanna.
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