First 4 Logistics has launched its business in Newhaven as part of the APC Network, joining over 100 depots across the UK. The new depot, run by business partners Chris Aldridge, Tom Flood and Sarah Flood, has opened a 7,000 square foot warehouse on Avis Way, with over 20 staff… Read more »
FedEx Express Launches Faster Intra-Europe Economy Service
FedEx Express (FedEx), a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, has reached another milestone in its integration with TNT, utilizing the unparalleled TNT European road network to improve transit times for FedEx Intra-Europe Economy shipments. FedEx Intra-European Economy parcel shipments are those… Read more »
Yodel unveils revolutionary automated sortation facility to handle out of gauge parcels
UK independent parcel carrier Yodel, has announced the launch of a bespoke semi-automated sort, designed to revolutionise the handling of large, out of gauge and delicate parcels. The new state of the art system, dubbed Merlin, has been installed at Yodel’s Wednesbury sort centre and is capable of processing… Read more »
DPD opens the UK’s first all-electric parcel depot in central London
The nation’s favourite parcel delivery company DPD has today opened the UK’s first all-electric parcel depot in the heart of Westminster and announced plans for a further seven all-electric sites in the capital. The new 5,000 sq ft facility on Vandon Street will be known as DPD Westminster and will… Read more »
DPD teams up with Department for International Trade to back Exporting is GREAT campaign
The nation’s favourite parcel delivery company DPD has teamed up with the Department for International Trade (DIT) to support its Exporting is GREAT initiative. The government-led campaign, which aims to encourage more businesses to export by providing information and insight as well as practical help, was launched in November 2015 and… Read more »
Yodel announces launch of Inflight
Independent parcel carrier Yodel has announced the launch of Inflight, a new set of features that will allow customers to amend their delivery preferences online or via the Yodel mobile app, up to an hour before delivery is due. The service, introduced as part of Yodel’s ongoing innovation programme, is… Read more »
Yodel’s customer feedback programme receives milestone six millionth response
UK parcel carrier Yodel is celebrating the six millionth response to its ‘Have Your Say’ customer survey. Over 7,000 Yodel customers a day now share feedback via the award- winning platform, providing the parcel carrier and its retail clients with invaluable insight into customers’ delivery experiences. The programme, which… Read more »
DX on the Road to Recovery as Turnaround Initiatives Start to Gain Traction
DX, a leading provider of delivery solutions, including parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services, reports that its business turnaround initiatives are starting to gain momentum. Commenting on the Company’s full year results issued today, Ron Series, Chairman of DX’s new Board of Directors, said: “The Group’s performance… Read more »
Specialist carrier Parcelink Logistics set to double turnover
Specialist carrier Parcelink Logistics is set to double its turnover in 2019 and expand operations as demand grows for its unique service. Founded three years ago, the company specialises in delivering awkward long and thin items such as curtain poles and blinds that are easy to damage. From the outset… Read more »
The first and final mile, key considerations for flawless and sustainable delivery performance
There are two critical aspects of the logistics process, the first mile and then the final mile. It is the efficiency with which retailers manage these two essential aspects of supply chain logistics in a seamless way that is key to their survival. The face of retail is changing almost… Read more »
