Tag: International

DHL and Abu Dhabi Customs jointly launch new customs clearing service

Posted by | Jun 24, 2008 | |

DHL Express and Abu Dhabi Customs today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to launch the first Electronic Data Interface (EDI) system for the logistics sector in Abu Dhabi, that will ensure faster clearance of goods imported into the capital city.

The new system called the ‘Gold Card’ programme, allows DHL customers to lodge and complete customs declaration processes prior to the arrival of their goods.

Using DHL’s EDI Solution, customers can now send their shipment information electronically and receive customs clearance confirmation within a few hours, with shipments cleared in the air before landing in Abu Dhabi.

The new system improves the previous customs clearance process that took an average of 24 hours to complete following the arrival of the goods.

DHL has also taken many other measures to help improve business in Abu Dhabi, including the recently launched clearance office in Gwaifath, which borders Saudi Arabia.

The strategically positioned office enables immediate clearance of trucks in and out of the UAE, and allows the company to dispatch bonded shipments directly from the Jebel Ali free zone hub reducing transit time.

The new office at the border is also the first of its kind in Abu Dhabi to be operated by an express service provider, again demonstrating DHL’s pioneering and market-leading position in the region.

Read More

TNT mulls new logistics depot in Bulgaria

Posted by | Jun 23, 2008 | |

International courier company TNT announced intentions to station its new logistics complex for Eastern Europe in Bulgaria, TNT Airways managing director for Eastern Europe Niki Terzakis was quoted by Bulgarian daily Dnevnik as saying on June 23 2008.
Terzakis said that the need for the new depot meshed well with plans for aggressive expansion in Bulgaria, as well as with the availability of a score of high-profile clients with potential interest in using the hub.
According to Terzakis, the main predicament to the development of the transport and courier services were heavy bureaucracy, public administration’s inflexibility and the complicated regulatory regimes.
In Bulgaria, TNT is present only through its express transportation services division, its postal business yet to set foot in Bulgaria.
In related news, TNT’s international rival DHL announced it would allow Bulgaria’s Customs Agency full access for tracking parcels. The motion will be legitimised through an annex to the 2000 memorandum between DHL and the Customs Agency aimed at fighting drug trafficking.

Read More

Hermes names new management and plans European growth

Posted by | Jun 23, 2008 | |

Hermes Logistics has named Hartmut Ilek as its new managing director in place of Hanjo Schneider who has been promoted to the executive board of parent company Otto Group and who will also continue building up a European B2C network.

With effect from 1 February 2009, Schneider will take over the responsibility for the Services division on the Otto Group executive board, while he also becomes responsible for building up a Hermes European group with effect from July 2008. Schneider joined the Hermes Logistics Group in November 2002 and has been managing director since January 2005.

Hermes claims a 22 pct share of the European B2C parcel market. Parcelnet, the largest B2C delivery company in the UK, aims for turnover of more than EUR 300 million in 2008 and plans to set up a ParcelShop network similar to the one in Germany.

In addition, Hermes’ German transport logistics division, managed by Frank Rausch, will become a separate company that will position itself as an international linehaul network provider operating to European standards. It will also start to transport goods not only by road but also on “ecologically preferable” transport modes.

Hartmut Ilek, who has successfully managed the German parcel business of Hermes Logistics for many years, will take over as managing director of Hermes Logistics in Germany. Frank Iden will take over the position as sales & marketing director. He has been managing director of PrimeMail, a joint venture between Hermes Logistics Group and Swiss Post International, which has evolved into a specialist for large-sized and heavy mailing products for B2B, public bodies and international postal companies.

The new managing director of PrimeMail will be Christian Bartelheimer (42), who has been active in the logistics branch for many years. “We will focus on the extension of our product portfolio to ensure continuous growth and to provide a steady and enduring service to our customers. Innovative and creative services will be implemented with our strategic partners,” Bartelheimer explained.

Read More

UPS lowers 2nd quarter earnings expectations (U.S)

Posted by | Jun 23, 2008 | |

UPS announced it expects earnings per diluted share for the second quarter within a range of USD 0.83-to-USD 0.88 compared to the USD 0.97-to USD 1.04 per share the company originally anticipated.

Slow U.S. economic growth and an unprecedented increase in the cost of fuel have resulted in lower-than-expected U.S. package volume and an accelerating contraction in the use of premium air products. In addition, the anemic U.S. economy is negatively impacting package volume into the United States, affecting results for the International segment. Performance in the Supply Chain & Freight segment is continuing to exceed expectations.

On July 22, UPS will release second quarter results followed by a conference call to provide insight into the quarter and remainder of the year.

Read More

CEP-Research becomes part of ITA Consulting

Posted by | Jun 23, 2008 | |

ITA Logistics, the operator of CEP-Research, has announced the formation of a new subsidiary under the name of ITA Consulting GmbH with effect from June 1, 2008. CEP-Research is now part of ITA Consulting.

ITA Consulting incorporates ITA’s management consulting, IT solutions and market intelligence (CEP-Research) business units. It has been set up as a commercial partnership and the management has been extended to include Peter Weber. The company base remains in Hamburg and all previous contact details, including for CEP-Research, stay the same.

The formation of ITA Consulting is due to the excellent development in recent years of the consulting business of ITA Logistics. A large number of projects in the areas of M&A, Business Intelligence and Supply Chain Management contributed to the success. With 30 employees, ITA Consulting advises globally operating industrial companies and logistics service providers on strategy & development, mergers & acquisitions, process optimisation, transport management systems, business intelligence as well as sourcing & procurement.

Read More

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

P&P Poll

Loading

What's the future of the postal USO?

Thank you for voting
You have already voted on this poll!
Please select an option!



View ResultsHide Results

Post & Parcel Magazine


Post & Parcel Magazine is our print publication, released 3 times a year. Packed with original content and thought-provoking features, Post & Parcel Magazine is a must-read for those who want the inside track on the industry.

Subscribe to the Magazine

 

Pin It on Pinterest