Hermes UK expecting 25% increase in festive parcel volumes
UK parcel carrier Hermes is predicting a 25% increase in its parcel volumes in the run-up to Christmas, compared to last year.
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Royal Mail profit jump makes case for privatisation
Royal Mail said today that preparations for privatisation were now underway, and that “all options are being considered” for bringing in external investment to help continue its transformation into more of a parcel business.
Read MorePost Office Ltd wins “vital” £450m DVLA contract
Post Office Ltd has won a GBP 450m contract to continue providing “front office” counter services for the UK’s vehicle licensing agency through post offices across the country.
Read MoreUK government defends new-style Post Office Locals
The UK government has defended its introduction of new-style “Local” post offices as part of the modernisation of the Post Office Ltd network.
Read MoreCity Link to diversify, as Rentokil says sell-off is not priority
UK parcel carrier City Link is intending to branch out more into postal business and the delivery of packets, as it looks to move into profitability next year.
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