DHL, the world’s leading express and logistics company, has awarded EWS, Britain’s leading rail freight operator, a three year contract to manage the transportation of parcels by rail between the West Midlands and Scotland.
DHL has previously used EWS services on a trial basis. The contract reinforces DHL’s strategy to use the most effective form of transport for its customers and the environment.
Read MoreExpress package carrier DHL has warned the Belgian government that unless it can guarantee unrestricted expansion at Brussels, it will relocate its main European air hub to Germany.
The company, which has been based at Brussels since 1985, is preparing for major expansion and is demanding an increase in the airport’s night-time movement cap and a guarantee that it will be allowed to operate there for at least 30 years. DHL, which is Brussels airport’s biggest operator, says it is in talks with Stuttgart and Leipzig airports in Germany about potentially relocating its main hub.
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Read MoreThe express and courier industry has had a good year with corporates adopting logistics solutions in a big way. At the same time, the common man is accessing express and courier services on a daily basis, according to Mr Tushar Jani, Chairman, Blue Dart Express Ltd.
The demand for express and courier services has spurred around 20% growth in the segment over the year, he said.
Read MoreContents 1. Executive Summary 2. Introduction 3. The size and reach of the express industry 4. The role of the express industry in facilitating Italian trade 5. The role of the express industry in facilitating productivity and investment 6. The role of express services in facilitating the new economy 7. The express industry – a leading growth sector 8. The total contribution of the express industry to the Italian economy 9. The economic impact of restrictions on night flights 10. Annex: Survey of Italian companies
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