DHL Express said it will invest around €690 million between 2020 and 2022 to build or expand its facilities in Australia, Japan, Hong Kong and South Korea. It also plans to spend close to €60 million to bolster its Asia Pacific air network with new direct and frequent flight routes. The expanded infrastructure and new flight routes across Asia Pacific are said to help the company tackle the unprecedented growth in shipment volume and address the demand for time-definite express deliveries. … [Read more...] about DHL Express outlines €750 million investment in Asia Pacific
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Chart: Top forwarders in Asia Pacific gained volume share during April-September
This chart from World ACD shows the correlation between volume growth and increased charges for the world’s top 30 forwarders during the April-September period. Amongst the top 30, forwarders with headquarters in Asia Pacific and North America improved their volume share, with those in Asia Pacific managing to do so despite paying average charges 8 percent below the average for the total elite group Also read: DHL Global Forwarding to launch air freight charter for bio and … [Read more...] about Chart: Top forwarders in Asia Pacific gained volume share during April-September
DHL Express expects ‘extraordinary’ peak volume in Asia Pacific
DHL Express says its global network can expect more than 50 percent increase in volumes during the 2020 peak season, compared to 2019. In Asia this number swings in the 30 to 40 percent range. Numbers from the most important shopping occasions from earlier this year have already shown an increase in online e-commerce shipment volumes by at least 35 percent, according to the express services provider. Also read: DHL Express bolsters fleet with converted Boeing 767-300 freighters But DHL … [Read more...] about DHL Express expects ‘extraordinary’ peak volume in Asia Pacific
Aramex names Thomas Kipp as new COO
Aramex announced the appointment of Thomas Kipp as the company’s new COO. Joining the senior leadership team, he will be responsible for overseeing Aramex’s global operations and business development, improving operational efficiencies, and championing crucial process improvements to drive long-term growth. Also read: Aramex turns on CargoWise for freight forwarding network Mr Kipp brings over 25 years of experience across logistics, e-commerce and management consulting in Europe, … [Read more...] about Aramex names Thomas Kipp as new COO
Why DHL Express is one of the world’s best places to work
Press Release DHL Express, the world’s leading international express service provider, has been recognised as the second best place to work of all examined companies around the world. In its 2020 employer rankings, Great Place to Work® and Fortune recognised the extensive investments and implementations of various initiatives to create a positive, motivating and appreciative working atmosphere in more than 220 countries and territories. Every year, Great Place to Work®, a global people … [Read more...] about Why DHL Express is one of the world’s best places to work
The future of logistics service providers: A people perspective
By definition, logistics, freight forwarding and supply chain management is about collaboration. It is not without reason that we talk about a “chain” because the links need to be connected. But collaboration is never mechanical, neither within the organisation, nor with external parties. Collaboration is rather an organic process and emotional experience, driven by the people involved. This cultural operating system is where I believe that logistics service providers or LSPs need to invest … [Read more...] about The future of logistics service providers: A people perspective
