For the second time La Poste, the French post office, has asked the state for help with switching to the 35 hour week. In 1999 it was refused on the grounds that it manages a monopoly, but it can now say that in 2001 55 per cent of its activity was in a competitive market.
Read MoreAs part of the Group’s strategy to refocus on profitable businesses, Geodis has decided to reposition its offer in the UK and Ireland.
Indeed, the recovery operation at United Carriers has turned out to be more difficult than planned and the company is due to cease business as of 31 January. Discussions are currently in progress with British and foreign operators to partially take over some branches and the staff employed.
Read MoreAccording to union sources, 600 jobs are to be cut this year at the 21 financial centres of La Poste, the French post office. These centres currently employ about 20,000 people.
Read MorePalletline has decided to link up with two European partners in a move to offer an integrated pallet service from Europe into the UK.
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