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DHL Germany and RECARO sign partnership agreement

Posted by | Oct 19, 2007 | |

The partnership marks a new approach to combined modular production and logistics.
DHL Exel Supply Chain and RECARO have signed an agreement concerning the modular manufacturing and logistics of car seats. The logistics expert DHL, part of the Deutsche Post World Net group and Recaro, the manufacturer of premium seat systems for the automotive industry, will enhance their future joint development, procurement, assembly, warehousing and transport of premium car seats. The respective agreement was signed mid-October during the 24th German Logistics Congress in Berlin.

The partnership between both companies marks a new approach to combined modular production and logistics. Under the new business model, RECARO will contribute its core competences in the areas of development, marketing and distribution of car seats, whilst DHL will not just be responsible for all logistical performances but also for the assembly of the seat systems as well as the international coverage using module center sites in the vicinity of the car manufacturers and OEMs. Future customers will benefit from significantly reduced delivery times despite the fact that the product range is large and varied, and will also benefit from low cost structures.

It is planned that, at a later date, further components and systems for the automotive industry are to be provided by the DHL module centers in order to increase the total benefit for car manufacturers. That way, DHL supports a trend, which should enhance the companies’ competitiveness in this highly competitive industry. Manufacturers and suppliers will increasingly be able to focus on their core competencies and to outsource production and logistics processes to experienced service providers. For some time, DHL has specialized in providing assembly services for the automotive industry, including the pre-assembly of door side panels for the Audi A4 and A6.

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AFL, Singapore PE firm tie up for cargo airline

Posted by | Oct 19, 2007 | |

Cardinal Aviation Partners (CAP), a Singapore-based PE firm, has entered into an agreement with AFL Logistics, the logistics & supply chain management subsidiary of the Mumbai-based AFL group, to float a domestic cargo airline venture in India, Quickjet.

According to sources, CAP will hold majority stake in the venture while AFL Logistics will have a 13 pct stake. “We have entered into an agreement with CAP and intend to launch the service by December 2008,” said a top AFL executive, who requested anonymity.

The move is significant for AFL Logistics, as the company makes its entry into the air cargo space with this dedicated freighter service offering. As per the initial plan, Quickjet will flag off services with two Boeing 757s. The fleet will be expanded later, depending on the volumes.

AFL has been attempting to strengthen its logistics business in India since 2006. Earlier, the focus was on building warehousing capability. Of late, the logistics division has shifted its attention towards creating a strong road network in India along with the addition of more service offerings, with air cargo being the latest entrant.

According to sources close to the development, in a recent move, AFL Wiz has ended its 25 year franchisee alliance with DHL and has tied up with United Parcel service (UPS) as its franchisee in India. Under the arrangement, AFL Wiz will undertake pick up, delivery and offer credit facilities for international shipments of UPS customers in all locations over India.

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DHL plans more outlets in Malaysia

Posted by | Oct 19, 2007 | |

DHL plans to open several more DHL Servicepoint outlets over the next three years throughout Malaysia to strengthen its existing network.

The move is also to further grow its customer base, particularly the small and medium enterprises (SMEs), it said in a statement today.

It now has eight outlets in Malaysia with the latest being in Miri, Sarawak, which was opened today.

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Rural businesses are hit by postal dispute and the threat facing post offices

Posted by | Oct 19, 2007 | |

Postal strikes across the country have hit rural businesses hard and look set to put a number of people out of business.

Two one-day strikes, as well as subsequent wildcat strikes saw postal services disrupted for over a week – causing rural communication networks to come to a standstill.

Charles Trotman, chief rural economist for the Country Land and Business Association, said the strikes had been devastating for rural business.

In the South West alone, the strikes are expected to cost the rural economy up to GBP 10 million, according to Tim Jones, chairman of the Devon and Cornwall Business Council.

Mr Jones said the strikes could not have come at a worse time after rural businesses had already been hit by foot-and-mouth restrictions, fuel charge increases and the recent Northern Rock credit crisis.

The problems faced during the strikes are just the latest in a long line of problems faced by rural communities.

Plans to close many rural post offices have been met by fierce opposition from those who rely on the service.

Mr Trotman admitted that a compromise had to be found so that the service could continue to run as well as offer value for money.

One idea he and others have suggested is opening one-stop-shops for all Government services in rural areas, offering a postal service as well as assistance with tax and other issues.

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U.S. Postal Service removing stamp vending machines

Posted by | Oct 19, 2007 | |

People wanting to buy stamps after post office hours will no longer be able to get them in the lobby of the closed office.

The U.S. Postal Service began removing the vending machines from post offices and
other locations around the country this month. The spot where the machine sat in the Cape Girardeau post office is already vacant.

Cape Girardeau and Jackson postal employees said the machines were often in need of maintenance, and according to the U.S. Postal Service, some of the machines were 20 years old. Replacing the parts had become difficult because they were no longer manufactured, according to a statement on the service’s Web site.

Stamps will still be available over the counter at post offices during normal business hours. They can also be purchased online, by phone or by mail with a special form found in the post office.

Grocery and convenience stores as well as some ATMs will still sell them.

The U.S. Postal Service plans to install Automated Postal Centers in post offices. Customers would be able to weigh, pay postage for and ship packages from the machine as well as buy stamps.

As of right now, the closest APC is in Carbondale, Ill.

Officials from the postal service could not be reached for comment Thursday on when Cape Girardeau or Jackson will receive new machines.

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