Tag: Emirates Post

Emirates Post showcases IT solutions at Post-Expo in Barcelona

Posted by | Oct 9, 2007 | |

Emirates Post highlighted its indigenously developed POS (Point of Sale) system that automates postal, at Post-Expo 2007, the leading exhibition and conference dedicated to postal, courier and mailing industries, held in Barcelona, from October 2 to 4, 2007.

The Emirates Post’s POS system has been customized to deliver postal and non-postal services across the postal network in the United Arab Emirates. It enables counter agents to deliver multiple services, with a real-time link to new partners. This is part of the UAE’s drive towards e-Government.

The Emirates Post stand showcased IT solutions as well as stamps issued over the past few years, highlighting UAE culture and history. The stand was visited by several visitors and VIPs, including Mr. Edouard Dayan, Director General of UPU.

Mr. Abdulla Al Daboos, Director General of Emirates Post, said: ‘Post-Expo is a major platform that brings together postal business leaders and technical industry experts. The participants got an opportunity to showcase our postal technology and gain insights into new developments through interaction with post officials from all over the world.’

Mr. Mana Al Suwaidi, Marketing Director, Emirates Post, who took part in the various programs of the Expo, said: ‘It is crucial for Emirates Post to participate in such programs. Mr. Dayan hailed Emirates Post for successfully hosting the UPU Strategy Conference in Dubai in November 2006, and said the event paved the way for laying a strong foundation for the new Postal Strategy that will be unveiled at the UPU Nairobi Congress in 2008.’

Mr. Suwaidi took part in the World Postal Business Forum and technology workgroups that focused on the experiences of global postal operations in technological innovations, solutions and ideas.

At this year’s Post Expo more than 200 companies took part, and over 50 exhibitors showcased technology solutions and services essential for providing best services for package delivery.

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GCC postal units to set up logistics firm

Posted by | Oct 5, 2007 | |

Postal corporations of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) States are working to set up a regional level logistics company, according to a Q-Post official. An international consulting firm is conducting a feasibility study, he said. The consultant is expected to complete the study shortly.

The official said discussions on the need for such a company would be held at the forthcoming GCC Postal Meet to be held in Jeddah later this month.

The GCC postal forum’s plans to acquire aircraft on lease to carry mail will also figure at the Jeddah talks.

The official said at present only Emirates Post operates courier aircraft to select destinations in Asia and Europe.

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Instant Cash announces Postcard Millionaire pack Ramadan promotion

Posted by | Sep 30, 2007 | |

It is giving its customers a chance to win cash prizes in its, by offering every customer a Postcard Millionaire pack with every remittance sent outside UAE.

The ticket contained in the pack entitles the customer to win AED 100,000 every week and AED 200,000 every three months.

Mr. Khalid Hassan, CEO of Instant Cash, said: ‘Postcard Millionaire is one of the most popular promotions in the UAE. In our Ramadan promotion, we are pleased to offer our customers a chance to win fabulous cash prizes.’

The promotion comes on the heels of reduced fee to India announced by Instant Cash recently. The reduced fee represents great value addition to Instant Cash’s fast, reliable and convenient money transfer service available at over 200 exchange houses and all post offices in the UAE.

‘This promotion offers everyone a change to become a millionaire, apart from the other cash prizes. We are very happy to reward our loyal customers with a chance to win such fabulous prizes,’ added Mr. Khalid Hassan. ‘In addition, they can be assured of our fast, efficient and secure transfer service.’

Instant Cash, a division of Wall Street Exchange and subsidiary of Emirates Post, has over 14,000 locations in 45 countries worldwide from where people can send and receive money within minutes.

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Emirates Post opens new office

Posted by | Sep 30, 2007 | |

Dubai Emirates PostEmirates Post has opened a new post office in Expo Centre SharjahExpo Centre Sharjah to meet the needs of exhibitors and residents of Al Taawun area of Sharjah. The new post office will offer a variety of services, including money transfer, Air Arabia ticketing, utility bill payment, etisalat and du services, etc.

This takes the number of post offices in the UAE to 87. “The Al Taawun area in general and Expo Centre SharjahExpo Centre Sharjah in particular has witnessed rapid growth in recent years,” said Abdullah Al Daboos, Director General, Emirates PostEmirates Post. “With increasing numbers of exhibitions taking place at Expo Centre SharjahExpo Centre Sharjah, it is important that exhibitors have the facility of a post office on the premises. We are also happy to cater to the needs of the growing number of people living in the area,” he added.

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Emirates Post presents commemorative stamps to DP World CEO

Posted by | Sep 18, 2007 | |

Mohammed Sharaf, CEO, DP World, was recently presented a set of platinum, gold and silver commemorative stamps by Faisal Al Nuaimi, Director of Sales and Retail Operations, Emirates Post.

The stamps bearing the image of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, were presented as a token of appreciation for an agreement signed between DP World and Emirates Post for the issuance of special stamps.

Mr Sharaf said:

“Cooperation such as this between the public and private sector establishments is vital for national development. We aim to provide high-quality services through our association with Emirates Post, which has a powerful market position.”

Mr. Abdullah Al Daboos, Director General, Emirates Post, said: “Emirates Post is delighted to initiate a business relationship with DP World and we are positive this will lead to a mutually beneficial partnership in the long-term. We are sure the special stamps on DP World to be issued by Emirates Post will enhance the company profile locally and internationally.”

Explaining the significance of the stamps, Mr Al Nuaimi said:

“We regard DP World as a benchmark for reliability and credibility, and as a role model of customer service. We are very proud to be a part of DP World’s corporate efforts and we are ready to cooperate in efforts that enhance the UAE’s national interests.”

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