Tag: DHL

DHL France launches flights from Paris-Vatry and presents innovations

Posted by | Mar 13, 2008 | |

DHL Express announced at this week’s French transport and logistics fair SITL that it will start operating flights from the cargo airport at Paris-Vatry at the end of March. It also presented innovative new services at the leading French event.

DHL and Paris-Vatry airport officially signed an agreement at SITL for the first DHL planes to operate at the airport. From 31 March 2008, a Boeing 757 and an ATR 72 will operate two daily routes from Paris-Vatry, linking it with Milan (Bergamo), Manchester (East Midlands) and northern Spain (Vitoria).

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Institute of Couriers recognises DHL's Stephen Deverson

Posted by | Mar 13, 2008 | |

DHL is delighted to announce that Stephen Deverson, Director of Sales for DHL Same Day has been recognised as a Fellow by The Institute of Couriers (IOC). The Fellowships recognise individuals at the top of their industry. Stephen was personally chosen and invited to support the Institute for the Sameday Delivery Profession at the inauguration of the Institute of Couriers. Stephen was awarded his fellowship in recognition of his exceptional professional skills, knowledge and contribution to the Sameday Delivery Industry.

Stephen received his fellowship and was gowned by the President of the Institute of Couriers Viscount Falkland in a ceremony at the House of Lords in London on 7th March. Stephen said: “It’s a real honour to be recognised by the industry in this way and the fellowship reflects DHL’s high commitments to industry standards particularly in its Same Day service.”

The IOC, which is open to all in the industry, aims to establish itself as the national standard for those who work in the industry. The Institute aims to promote ‘professional and safe practises’ in serving the industry and its customers as well as promotes awareness of best practices for individuals to improve their skills and qualifications.

Stephen Norris, Vice President of the IOC as well as the former Minister of State for Transport said: “We are very proud of Stephen Deverson because he is one of the brood of Logistics professionals who are raising standards in the industry.”

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Hermes Logistik eyes Europe and mulls over mail

Posted by | Mar 13, 2008 | |

Hermes Logistik, the leading German B2C challenger to DHL, plans to press ahead with European expansion this year and is considering whether to enter the domestic mail market should the minimum postal wage be vetoed.

The parcels carrier, a subsidiary of mail-order giant Otto Group, said it increased German revenues by 9% to EUR 1,041 million in 2007. Profit figures were not disclosed. Volumes grew to a new record with a 6% rise to 216 million parcels from business customers and a 21% increase to 28.5 million parcels from private customers.

Hermes has launched new products, including a furniture and large goods transport service, alongside its core parcels delivery service with the aim of growing into Germany’s largest consumer logistics provider after DHL.

After announcing last December that it had put on ice plans to enter the mail market in cooperation with TNT Post, Hermes said the March 7 decision by the Berlin administrative court against the minimum postal wage opened up a new perspective. “We will follow developments very closely and review whether the new situation is reliable enough to give competition in the postal market a truly fair chance,” commented managing director Hanjo Schneider.

In Austria, where it entered the market in mid-2007, Hermes now claims a market share of 38% for B2C parcels. It has gained European Commission approval to take a 30% stake in Italian B2C firm Porta a Porta by buying out Swiss Post. Through close cooperation with sister companies Parcelnet (UK) and Mondial Relay (France), Hermes Logistik has a group-wide market share of 22% of the estimated EUR 1.5 billion European private parcels market.

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Hui takes over DHL’s South China operation

Posted by | Mar 12, 2008 | |

DHL has appointed Edward Hui as Country Manager Hong Kong, Macau and South China for DHL Global Forwarding.

In the new role, Hui is responsible for developing and executing the company’s corporate strategies and operations in Hong Kong, Macau and South China in collaboration with the global network.

He will also play a key role in exploring market opportunities and enhancing customer satisfaction for the complete range of freight logistics services that DHL offers to its customers.

“Edward has a proven track record, both in DHL and in the logistics industry, as well as excellent knowledge of Hong Kong and mainland China markets,” said Victor Mok, senior vice-president, Greater China, DHL Global Forwarding.

“I am confident that under Edward’s leadership, DHL will continue to attain and maintain the number one position in the region.”

Hui joined DHL Global Forwarding in 2004 as head of airfreight operations for Exel, and subsequently led the successful integration of the equally-sized freight operations of heritage Exel and DHL Danzas Air and Ocean.

Hui has a distinguished career in the transportation industry. Prior to joining DHL, he was with Cathay Pacific Airways for over 13 years where he began his career as a management trainee. He held management positions in various departments of the carrier including Corporate Planning and International Affairs in Hong Kong, and overseas stations in Malaysia and Indonesia.

In the latter part of his career with Cathay Pacific, Hui concentrated in leading strategic projects in China, including joint venture and alliance development.

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DHL Express validated for C-TPAT program

Posted by | Mar 11, 2008 | |

DHL announced today that DHL Express has been validated for C-TPAT, the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism, after a thorough review of its air express and ground shipment processing facilities and operations. C-TPAT is a joint government-business initiative designed to protect the security of the U.S. supply chain. Companies that are certified contribute to the security of our U.S. borders and to the continued facilitation of legitimate international trade.

As part of the validation process, domestic and international DHL facilities underwent a detailed security review of operations by customs authorities, including procedures and guidelines followed by DHL personnel and contractors, and the use of technology and physical assets. The US Customs & Border Protection (CBP) review also included Express’ customs brokerage and international clearance operations.

“This validation acknowledges our commitment to security procedures followed by our personnel, our air service providers, as well as those in place to protect our customers’ shipments,” said T. James Min II, Vice President, International Trade Affairs & Compliance, DHL Express USA. “DHL’s commitment to stringent security measures plays a key role in helping the U.S. Customs and Border Protection maintain the security of U.S. borders and curb potential terrorist activities in the global supply chain.”

To qualify for membership in C-TPAT, companies must conduct a detailed self-assessment of supply chain security using the C-TPAT guidelines outlined by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the trade community. Companies must also submit a supply chain security profile questionnaire to Customs, and implement a program to enhance security throughout the supply chain in accordance with the C-TPAT guidelines.

DHL Express was initially certified for C-TPAT by Customs and Border Protection in 2003 with validations taking place in 2006 and 2007.

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