Tag: DHL Express

DHL opens new Asian centres with TAPA certification

Posted by | Jun 11, 2007 | |

DHL Express in Asia Pacific has won more TAPA certifications and opened more service points in the region.

The carrier has been awarded the Technology Asset Protection Association certificate for its facilities in New Zealand at Auckland airport and the Wellington Service Centre.

DHL Express now has five TAPA-certified facilities in Australia and New Zealand and over 100 in the Asia Pacific region as a whole.

The company also opened its 11th Philippines service point – at Harrison Plaza in Manila – and a new courier depot in Danang, central Vietnam, part of a $14 million investment in the country.

The Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) is an organization made up of security professionals representing high technology companies and related service providers.

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Charles Graham appointed as new Global CEO for Aviation, DHL Express

Posted by | Mar 22, 2007 | |

DHL has announced the appointment of Charles Graham as the new Global CEO for Aviation, DHL Express and as a member of the company’s Global Express Management Board. He succeeds Terry Nord, who will retire from DHL after eight successful years of managing growth for DHL’s global aviation services.

Based in Bonn, Germany, Mr. Graham will be responsible for all aspects of DHL’s aviation activities, in particular leading the strategic development of DHL’s global aviation network to both drive and support the Company’s growth plans.

Mr. Graham has had a distinguished career in the global express and aviation industry, and most recently was CEO of AWAS (formerly known as Ansett Worldwide), a position he assumed in 1997 until 2006. AWAS is one of the world’s leading aircraft leasing organizations, boasting a fleet of 180 aircraft and conducting business in some 80 countries.

Under his leadership, AWAS successfully went through significant strategic changes and growth, including the integration of the company and the former Morgan Stanley Aircraft Finance in 2000, and its eventual sale to private equity in 2006. AWAS was originally a joint cooperative venture between TNT and News Corporation before becoming an independent operating company in 1999.

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DHL Express eyes acquisitions for Turkish growth

Posted by | Jan 23, 2007 | |

DHL Express is looking at acquisitions in Turkey to increase its growth in the country, according to reports in Turkish media.

The company, which claims a 50% percent of the Turkish express market, grew 30% in 2006 compared to an original target of 18%, the Dunya Gazetesi newspaper reported. Total revenue figures were not disclosed.

According to the Referans newspaper, DHL is in discussions with Aras Cargo, one of the leading Turkish logistics operators, about a strategic investment. The newspaper cited Enis Karsloglu, general manager of Aras Cargo, as saying that the company was in talks with three foreign investors, including DHL, about international growth plans.

DHL Turkey’s communications director Seda Susal was quoted as saying that DHL wanted to extend its operations in Turkey through acquisitions and was in talks with some companies.

Aras Cargo, a family-owned company, claims to be one of the largest freight transport groups in Turkey. According to information on its company website, it has 7,300 employees, 2,500 vehicles and 1,300 service points. Products include a nationwide next-day delivery service for small goods.

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Experts gather in Hong Kong to share knowledge on building brands

Posted by | Nov 28, 2006 | |

To identify the future trends and practices for industry players, the International Conference on Brand Management will take place in Hong Kong for the second time. Jointly organised by Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Asian Centre for Brand Management and the Hong Kong Design Centre, the event will enable experts on branding and industry leaders to exchange views and discuss the way forward.

Keynote speakers include Roland Rust, a professor from the Robert H. Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, who will discuss how service changes brand management, and Rod Brodie, professor of marketing from the University of Auckland, who will examine the role of integrating consumer and relationship marketing to create value.

Top executives from Hong Kong and the mainland will also join the conference to share their experiences in brand development and management. Among them are Alan Wong, director of marketing with DHL Express (Hong Kong); Viveca Chan, founder of WE Worldwide Partners; Margaret Leung, general manager of HSBC; Alfred Chan, managing director of Hong Kong and China Gas; Sun Xianhong, vice-president of Mengniu Dairy; and Eden Woon, vice-president for Greater China of Starbucks (China) Coffee Company.

Professor Tsui said branding was becoming increasingly important for Hong Kong as its economy was now mainly service-oriented.

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