Structural changes in the express industry in terms of geographic focus, distribution models and customer preferences will force the major players to reorganise their networks, according to industry analyst Datamonitor.
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Midlands transport company Twente Express has acquired two new DAF trucks from CV Rental, part of the Allports Group, ahead of further expansion of its European business operations.
DHL has increased its DHL Medical Express service to deal with the inbound and outbound transport of time-sensitive medicines, clinical supplies and time-sensitive specimens
Parcel delivery company City Link has taken ProLogis’ 75,310 sq ft DC3 warehouse at ProLogis Park Heathrow in West London.
Deutsche Post DHL plans of a wide-ranging reorganisation within the Express division to create a leaner and more streamlined business.
DHL Express is launching an upgraded internet tracking service, designed to provide customers with enhanced tracking options for their shipments.
City Link plans to invest £31 million in revamping its operating model in 2009.
City Link has pre-let a new 38,000 sq ft distribution hub at Welsh Industrial Partnership’s £7.5m Olympus development on the Central Business Park on Swansea Vale on a 15-year lease.
DHL Express has expanded the infrastructure and operating capacity at its logistics industry gateway located at Mexico City’s International Airport.
DHL Express saw almost a 60 per cent increase in business-to-customer deliveries throughout December, compared to the previous year, which it believes is down to an increase in online shopping.
