UPS invests in ground network, helping Irish customers connect faster to Switzerland
UPS has made upgrades to its ground network that will give its customers in Ireland faster connections to Switzerland.
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DPD poised to reap benefits of Sainsbury’s connection
DPD’s CEO Dwain McDonald has said today (4 October) that he believes the recent addition of Sainsbury’s to the firm’s DPD Pickup parcel shop network will give it a “further advantage” during the Peak Christmas period.
Read MoreGLS buys Golden State Overnight Delivery Service for $90m
Royal Mail’s General Logistics Systems (GLS) has bought the California-based next day parcel delivery company Golden State Overnight Delivery Service (GSO) for $90m.
Read MoreFacebook launches “Marketplace” e-commerce platform
Social media giant Facebook has launched a new e-commerce platform, called “Marketplace”, which it says will allow users to “buy and sell with your local community”.
Read MoreEuropa Road investing £3m in fleet development
Europa Road has reported that it has continued to strengthen its international operation with a series of fleet investments over the past two years worth more than £3m.
Read MoreUPU member countries adopt new terminal dues system
Member countries of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) have agreed to adopt a new terminal dues system, following discussions at the UPU Congress currently taking place in Istanbul.
Read MoreConsumers want Sunday deliveries – but don’t want to pay extra
Two thirds of consumers want Sunday delivery but they expect the convenience to come at a standard price, finds a report commissioned by Electio.
Read MoreRoyal Mail wins London Boroughs postal service contract
Royal Mail has won a three year contract to handle all 27 London Boroughs postal services for the second time.
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