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10.12.2008DHL signs a 300 million EURO contract with Sandvik Mining & ConstructionDHL today announced the signing of a 300 million Euro global agreement with Sandvik Mining & Construction. The 5 year contract sees DHL Global Forwarding provide a spectrum of services on a04.12.2008DHL lands multi million pound contract with British AirwaysBritish Airways, one of the world's leading premium airlines, has awarded DHL Exel Supply Chain, the world's leading logistics services provider, a multi million pound annual contract, to handle01.12.2008DHL expands partnership with UNICEF to India and Peru in the fight against child mortality- India: DHL supports project to reduce malnutrition and infant mortality in 1,000 villages through a USD 650,000 DHL grant
- Peru: Board Member Hermann Ude, on location with UNICEF
- Kenya: DHL19.11.2008Deutsche Post World Net proudly presents: the winners of the first DHL Innovation Award- Expert commission honors pioneers of the logistics industry
- Ideas of customers, employees and scientists showcased at the DHL Innovation Center
DHL today presented the first DHL18.11.2008DHL leads the way in Eco-Logistics with its first carbon neutral warehouse- DHL Neutral Services cuts carbon and costs in transformation of UK warehouse for communication company O2
- 760 tonnes of CO2 reduced and neutralized per year
DHL, the world's leading express10.11.2008Deutsche Post World Net takes strong action to reduce U.S. Express loss, improve Group performance in light of economic downturn- DHL Express to focus on international competencies in the U.S. and exit U.S. domestic air and ground business
- Roadmap to Value program intensified amid challenging economic environment -10.11.2008DHL Express to focus its U.S. Business on its core international services- U.S. domestic services to be discontinued January 30, 2009
- Restructuring measures to reduce U.S. operating costs by over 80 percent, helping to achieve its financial targets
- The US to05.11.2008Danzas opens doors to its largest logistics facility in Middle EastDanzas AEI Emirates, part of DHL, the world's leading provider of logistics solutions, today officially opened a new AED 185 million plus multi-purpose logistics facility, in Dubai's Jebel Ali Free04.11.2008DHL number one in TAPA certification in EuropeDHL Express, the leader in international express services announced today that it now leads the 2008 Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) security standards scoreboard in its European30.10.2008Formula 1: Räikkönen receives DHL Fastest Lap Trophy.The Finn is awarded with the Formula 1 fastest driver trophy for the second time
Even before the final race of the season, it's official: Ferrari driver Kimi Räikkönen is again the fastest27.10.2008Deutsche Post World Net provides preview of third quarter 2008- Global trading environment deteriorates markedly
- Full-year earnings guidance adjusted
Deutsche Post World Net, the world's leading logistics company, recorded a decline in EBIT before25.10.2008DHL employees killed in AfghanistanAt approximately 8.30am (local time) today at a DHL office in Kabul, Afghanistan, an incident took place involving a shooting. It is with deep regret, that we have to report that there are23.10.2008DHL Express launches TransPacific partnership with Polar Air Cargo- Block Space Agreement enhances TransPacific Time Definite services
- New network connects eight key Asian and U.S. destinations
- Asia - New York route strengthens U.S. East Coast15.10.2008Deutsche Post World Net honors best suppliers- Nine suppliers receive awards in three categories
- Staffmark, Motorola and VanDerLande all win top award
- Intensified supplier management aims to build long-term relationships
To mark its10.10.2008DuPont Safety Award for Deutsche Post World NetDeutsche Post World Net has been given the DuPont Safety Award 2008 in the Innovative Approach category. The global leader in logistics received the award for its Group-wide traffic safety09.10.200862% of Europeans will change provider if met with bad customer service- Accessibility and speed in resolving issues are key to customer satisfaction
- Face-to-face is the preferred mode of communications with customer service
- Banking, retail and hotels rank high09.10.2008DHL Express and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions extend successful partnershipDHL Express and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions today entered a 3-year multi-million EUR agreement. Dr. Thomas Uhlig, President of Global Supply Chain Management and Alexander Stapf, Logistics Director07.10.2008Ehrhart to succeed HarnischfegerChristof Ehrhart (42), currently Head of Global Corporate Communications for the European Aeronautic Defence und Space Company (EADS), will become the Head of Corporate Communications at Deutsche06.10.2008Third-Party Logistics Providers Play Key Role in Integration, Sustainability and Security of the Supply ChainCapgemini, one of the world's foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, in cooperation with the Georgia Institute of Technology, Oracle and DHL today released an02.10.2008DHL announces new Commercial Executive Vice PresidentDHL Express, the world's leading international express business, today announced that George Kerschbaumer has been appointed Executive Vice President (EVP) of the Commercial division at DHL Express22.09.2008DHL launches intra-European airfreight solution "Airfreight Plus for the Life Sciences Industry"- Overnight, door-to-door service for heavyweight goods
- Cost-effective service across 32 European countries
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF), the air and ocean freight business of Deutsche Post17.09.2008Openfield appoints DHL as logistics partner to deliver most efficient supply chain in agricultureDHL Exel Supply Chain has been appointed supply chain partner to Openfield, the planned new merged business of Grainfarmers and Centaur Grain.
In a five year contract worth around £125 million (15416.09.2008DHL appoints Richard Owens as Senior Vice President for Global Customer Solutions Asia PacificDHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced the appointment of Richard Owens as Senior Vice President for its Global Customer Solutions (GCS) organization in the Asia08.09.2008DHL's expanded Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong now fully operational - DHL Express underlines market leading position
- Hub expansion to absorb increased intra-regional and intercontinental traffic
- Doubling capacity with the region's first large-scale18.08.2008DHL and METRO Group start largest RFID rollout in France- All DHL shipments to Metro Cash & Carry France will use RFID
- 1.3 million pallets equipped with RFID each year
- Project marks stepping stone for large-scale use of RFID in logistics05.08.2008DHL appoints Hans Hickler as CEO of DHL Global Customer SolutionsDHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced the appointment of Hans Hickler as Chief Executive Officer for its Global Customer Solutions (GCS) organization, responsible05.08.2008The future of logistics goes into the second round- 'DHL Fast Forward': over 8,500 participants from 120 countries
- Team competition with 500 best players to start August 6, 2008
Logistics brings the world together - and DHL is bringing the31.07.2008Deutsche Post World Net reports double-digit growth in first half- Underlying EBIT rises 12 percent, with 19 percent growth in second quarter; reported EBIT down 11 percent
- Organic revenue up 8 percent; Reported revenue gains 3.4 percent, held back by negative23.07.2008DHL Hub Leipzig: The last hurdle is cleared in BrusselsDeutsche Post welcomed the conclusion of the most recent state aid proceedings with an eye on the new hub of its express subsidiary DHL. The proceedings against the Free State of Saxony, which have21.07.2008WHU and DHL Publish Joint Logistics StudyWHU Otto-Beisheim School of Management and DHL Exel Supply Chain have published a joint logistics study entitled "Successful logistics: getting the relationship with logistic service providers03.07.2008DHL launches solution for temperature sensitive shipments - Coldchain transport network for temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals
- Cost-efficient and GDP-compliant solution for smaller shipments
- Central Competence Center for life science customers01.07.2008Deutsche Post to receive 1 bln Euro repayment after court ruling. Deutsche Post World Net will receive a repayment of around 1 billion euros after the European Court of the First Instance in Luxembourg today overturned a 2002 decision by the European Commission.30.06.2008Deutsche Post World Net issues new Sustainability Report- Core areas: environment, employees, social responsibility
- Accounts of activities in 2006 and 2007 as well as outlook
Deutsche Post has released its new Sustainability Report titled30.06.2008Airbus selects DHL as lead transport providerDHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced a new five-year agreement with Airbus, one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers.
Under this agreement, DHL becomes03.06.2008DHL Express brings together its global team in new head office- New office creates greater synergy across DHL's key business functions
- Global Quality Control Center provides real time shipment monitoring for customers
- Crisis Command Center allows DHL to28.05.2008Deutsche Post World Net to restructure U.S. Express business with new airlift partner and substantial cost savings initiative- DHL Express U.S. to work with UPS for North American airlift
- Network restructuring to remove excess capacity in U.S. Express
- Continued strong U.S. presence with no changes to product range26.05.2008DHL expands global network and operations with new state-of-the-art European air hub- Leipzig/Halle forms the European hub of DHL Express' global network
- State-of-the-art technology aids DHL's sustainability goals
- New hub provides greater access to international trade18.05.2008DHL contributes to aid efforts for Myanmar cyclone victims- DHL and United Nations sign Memorandum for Myanmar aid deployment
- DHL's logistic assistance speeds distribution of international humanitarian aid
DHL, the world's leading express and15.05.2008Over 2,500 enthusiastic participants signed up for "Discover Logistics"- Keen international interest in the simulation "DHL Fast Forward" shows popularity of the logistics industry
- Participation in the business simulation still possible until July 8, 2008
With14.05.2008Deutsche Post World Net: First quarter on target- Revenue increases 1.8 percent to 15.7 billion euros
- Underlying EBIT rises 6.4 percent to 1 billion euros despite fewer working days; reported EBIT declines 15 percent
- Supervisory Board to06.05.2008Deutsche Post AG 2008 Annual General Meeting:
Board of Management and Supervisory Board actions approved by large majorityAt Deutsche Post AG's Annual General Meeting in Cologne around 3,400 shareholders approved the resolutions proposed by the Board of Management and Supervisory Board by a large majority. Shareholders06.05.2008Deutsche Post Annual General Meeting 2008: New CEO Frank Appel in dialogue with shareholders- Dividend proposal: 20 percent increase
- Group confirms operational targets for 2008
Acting in his new role as chief executive officer of Deutsche Post World Net, Frank Appel held his debut17.04.2008DHL launches the international initiative "Discover Logistics"- Career prospects for students, graduates and young professionals
- The world's first logistics business simulation on the internet
- Appel, CEO of Deutsche Post World Net: "Generating interest08.04.2008Deutsche Post World Net starts global climate protection program GoGreen- Pioneer in worldwide logistics industry
- Group seeks 30 percent improvement in CO2 efficiency by 2020
- GoGreen product range to be expanded
Deutsche Post World Net aims to reduce its carbon01.04.2008DHL simplifies global product range to create widest-time based express range in the industryDHL, the leading global express and logistics provider, is unifying and simplifying its entire express product range to create the widest time-based express portfolio in the industry.
The new01.04.2008Deutsche Post World Net sells real estate portfolio to investorDeutsche Post World Net, the world's leading logistics company, today announced that it has reached an agreement to sell a portfolio of real estate properties comprising about 1,300 assets located22.03.2008DHL Exel delivers one-stop 3PL facility at Dubai Industrial City- New transPARK model offers end-to-end supply chain solutions
- Project developed in response to Dubai's booming industrial sector
DHL, the world's leading logistics company, has entered into18.03.2008DHL lands record logistics contract with Jaguar and Land RoverDHL Exel Supply Chain, the world's leading logistics provider, has been awarded a three year contract worth over £100 million (over 130 million euro) per annum - its biggest automotive sector deal -17.03.2008Deutsche Post World Net to increase stake in Williams Lea- Agreement reached to acquire shares from minority holders
- Increased contribution supports long-term growth strategy
Deutsche Post World Net, the world's leading logistics group, announced06.03.2008Deutsche Post World Net 2007 Underlying EBIT at 3.8 billion euros- 2007 Underlying EBIT rises 8 percent; reported EBIT 17 percent lower at 3.2 billion euros on asset writedown in Americas EXPRESS
- Full-year revenue up 4.9 percent at 63.5 billion euros
- Group
10.12.2008DHL signs a 300 million EURO contract with Sandvik Mining & ConstructionDHL today announced the signing of a 300 million Euro global agreement with Sandvik Mining & Construction. The 5 year contract sees DHL Global Forwarding provide a spectrum of services on a04.12.2008DHL lands multi million pound contract with British AirwaysBritish Airways, one of the world's leading premium airlines, has awarded DHL Exel Supply Chain, the world's leading logistics services provider, a multi million pound annual contract, to handle01.12.2008DHL expands partnership with UNICEF to India and Peru in the fight against child mortality- India: DHL supports project to reduce malnutrition and infant mortality in 1,000 villages through a USD 650,000 DHL grant
- Peru: Board Member Hermann Ude, on location with UNICEF
- Kenya: DHL19.11.2008Deutsche Post World Net proudly presents: the winners of the first DHL Innovation Award- Expert commission honors pioneers of the logistics industry
- Ideas of customers, employees and scientists showcased at the DHL Innovation Center
DHL today presented the first DHL18.11.2008DHL leads the way in Eco-Logistics with its first carbon neutral warehouse- DHL Neutral Services cuts carbon and costs in transformation of UK warehouse for communication company O2
- 760 tonnes of CO2 reduced and neutralized per year
DHL, the world's leading express10.11.2008Deutsche Post World Net takes strong action to reduce U.S. Express loss, improve Group performance in light of economic downturn- DHL Express to focus on international competencies in the U.S. and exit U.S. domestic air and ground business
- Roadmap to Value program intensified amid challenging economic environment -10.11.2008DHL Express to focus its U.S. Business on its core international services- U.S. domestic services to be discontinued January 30, 2009
- Restructuring measures to reduce U.S. operating costs by over 80 percent, helping to achieve its financial targets
- The US to05.11.2008Danzas opens doors to its largest logistics facility in Middle EastDanzas AEI Emirates, part of DHL, the world's leading provider of logistics solutions, today officially opened a new AED 185 million plus multi-purpose logistics facility, in Dubai's Jebel Ali Free04.11.2008DHL number one in TAPA certification in EuropeDHL Express, the leader in international express services announced today that it now leads the 2008 Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) security standards scoreboard in its European30.10.2008Formula 1: Räikkönen receives DHL Fastest Lap Trophy.The Finn is awarded with the Formula 1 fastest driver trophy for the second time
Even before the final race of the season, it's official: Ferrari driver Kimi Räikkönen is again the fastest27.10.2008Deutsche Post World Net provides preview of third quarter 2008- Global trading environment deteriorates markedly
- Full-year earnings guidance adjusted
Deutsche Post World Net, the world's leading logistics company, recorded a decline in EBIT before25.10.2008DHL employees killed in AfghanistanAt approximately 8.30am (local time) today at a DHL office in Kabul, Afghanistan, an incident took place involving a shooting. It is with deep regret, that we have to report that there are23.10.2008DHL Express launches TransPacific partnership with Polar Air Cargo- Block Space Agreement enhances TransPacific Time Definite services
- New network connects eight key Asian and U.S. destinations
- Asia - New York route strengthens U.S. East Coast15.10.2008Deutsche Post World Net honors best suppliers- Nine suppliers receive awards in three categories
- Staffmark, Motorola and VanDerLande all win top award
- Intensified supplier management aims to build long-term relationships
To mark its10.10.2008DuPont Safety Award for Deutsche Post World NetDeutsche Post World Net has been given the DuPont Safety Award 2008 in the Innovative Approach category. The global leader in logistics received the award for its Group-wide traffic safety09.10.200862% of Europeans will change provider if met with bad customer service- Accessibility and speed in resolving issues are key to customer satisfaction
- Face-to-face is the preferred mode of communications with customer service
- Banking, retail and hotels rank high09.10.2008DHL Express and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions extend successful partnershipDHL Express and Trelleborg Sealing Solutions today entered a 3-year multi-million EUR agreement. Dr. Thomas Uhlig, President of Global Supply Chain Management and Alexander Stapf, Logistics Director07.10.2008Ehrhart to succeed HarnischfegerChristof Ehrhart (42), currently Head of Global Corporate Communications for the European Aeronautic Defence und Space Company (EADS), will become the Head of Corporate Communications at Deutsche06.10.2008Third-Party Logistics Providers Play Key Role in Integration, Sustainability and Security of the Supply ChainCapgemini, one of the world's foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, in cooperation with the Georgia Institute of Technology, Oracle and DHL today released an02.10.2008DHL announces new Commercial Executive Vice PresidentDHL Express, the world's leading international express business, today announced that George Kerschbaumer has been appointed Executive Vice President (EVP) of the Commercial division at DHL Express22.09.2008DHL launches intra-European airfreight solution "Airfreight Plus for the Life Sciences Industry"- Overnight, door-to-door service for heavyweight goods
- Cost-effective service across 32 European countries
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF), the air and ocean freight business of Deutsche Post17.09.2008Openfield appoints DHL as logistics partner to deliver most efficient supply chain in agricultureDHL Exel Supply Chain has been appointed supply chain partner to Openfield, the planned new merged business of Grainfarmers and Centaur Grain.
In a five year contract worth around £125 million (15416.09.2008DHL appoints Richard Owens as Senior Vice President for Global Customer Solutions Asia PacificDHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced the appointment of Richard Owens as Senior Vice President for its Global Customer Solutions (GCS) organization in the Asia08.09.2008DHL's expanded Central Asia Hub in Hong Kong now fully operational - DHL Express underlines market leading position
- Hub expansion to absorb increased intra-regional and intercontinental traffic
- Doubling capacity with the region's first large-scale18.08.2008DHL and METRO Group start largest RFID rollout in France- All DHL shipments to Metro Cash & Carry France will use RFID
- 1.3 million pallets equipped with RFID each year
- Project marks stepping stone for large-scale use of RFID in logistics05.08.2008DHL appoints Hans Hickler as CEO of DHL Global Customer SolutionsDHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced the appointment of Hans Hickler as Chief Executive Officer for its Global Customer Solutions (GCS) organization, responsible05.08.2008The future of logistics goes into the second round- 'DHL Fast Forward': over 8,500 participants from 120 countries
- Team competition with 500 best players to start August 6, 2008
Logistics brings the world together - and DHL is bringing the31.07.2008Deutsche Post World Net reports double-digit growth in first half- Underlying EBIT rises 12 percent, with 19 percent growth in second quarter; reported EBIT down 11 percent
- Organic revenue up 8 percent; Reported revenue gains 3.4 percent, held back by negative23.07.2008DHL Hub Leipzig: The last hurdle is cleared in BrusselsDeutsche Post welcomed the conclusion of the most recent state aid proceedings with an eye on the new hub of its express subsidiary DHL. The proceedings against the Free State of Saxony, which have21.07.2008WHU and DHL Publish Joint Logistics StudyWHU Otto-Beisheim School of Management and DHL Exel Supply Chain have published a joint logistics study entitled "Successful logistics: getting the relationship with logistic service providers03.07.2008DHL launches solution for temperature sensitive shipments - Coldchain transport network for temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals
- Cost-efficient and GDP-compliant solution for smaller shipments
- Central Competence Center for life science customers01.07.2008Deutsche Post to receive 1 bln Euro repayment after court ruling. Deutsche Post World Net will receive a repayment of around 1 billion euros after the European Court of the First Instance in Luxembourg today overturned a 2002 decision by the European Commission.30.06.2008Deutsche Post World Net issues new Sustainability Report- Core areas: environment, employees, social responsibility
- Accounts of activities in 2006 and 2007 as well as outlook
Deutsche Post has released its new Sustainability Report titled30.06.2008Airbus selects DHL as lead transport providerDHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, today announced a new five-year agreement with Airbus, one of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers.
Under this agreement, DHL becomes03.06.2008DHL Express brings together its global team in new head office- New office creates greater synergy across DHL's key business functions
- Global Quality Control Center provides real time shipment monitoring for customers
- Crisis Command Center allows DHL to28.05.2008Deutsche Post World Net to restructure U.S. Express business with new airlift partner and substantial cost savings initiative- DHL Express U.S. to work with UPS for North American airlift
- Network restructuring to remove excess capacity in U.S. Express
- Continued strong U.S. presence with no changes to product range26.05.2008DHL expands global network and operations with new state-of-the-art European air hub- Leipzig/Halle forms the European hub of DHL Express' global network
- State-of-the-art technology aids DHL's sustainability goals
- New hub provides greater access to international trade18.05.2008DHL contributes to aid efforts for Myanmar cyclone victims- DHL and United Nations sign Memorandum for Myanmar aid deployment
- DHL's logistic assistance speeds distribution of international humanitarian aid
DHL, the world's leading express and15.05.2008Over 2,500 enthusiastic participants signed up for "Discover Logistics"- Keen international interest in the simulation "DHL Fast Forward" shows popularity of the logistics industry
- Participation in the business simulation still possible until July 8, 2008
With14.05.2008Deutsche Post World Net: First quarter on target- Revenue increases 1.8 percent to 15.7 billion euros
- Underlying EBIT rises 6.4 percent to 1 billion euros despite fewer working days; reported EBIT declines 15 percent
- Supervisory Board to06.05.2008Deutsche Post AG 2008 Annual General Meeting: Board of Management and Supervisory Board actions approved by large majorityAt Deutsche Post AG's Annual General Meeting in Cologne around 3,400 shareholders approved the resolutions proposed by the Board of Management and Supervisory Board by a large majority. Shareholders
06.05.2008Deutsche Post Annual General Meeting 2008: New CEO Frank Appel in dialogue with shareholders- Dividend proposal: 20 percent increase
- Group confirms operational targets for 2008
Acting in his new role as chief executive officer of Deutsche Post World Net, Frank Appel held his debut17.04.2008DHL launches the international initiative "Discover Logistics"- Career prospects for students, graduates and young professionals
- The world's first logistics business simulation on the internet
- Appel, CEO of Deutsche Post World Net: "Generating interest08.04.2008Deutsche Post World Net starts global climate protection program GoGreen- Pioneer in worldwide logistics industry
- Group seeks 30 percent improvement in CO2 efficiency by 2020
- GoGreen product range to be expanded
Deutsche Post World Net aims to reduce its carbon01.04.2008DHL simplifies global product range to create widest-time based express range in the industryDHL, the leading global express and logistics provider, is unifying and simplifying its entire express product range to create the widest time-based express portfolio in the industry.
The new01.04.2008Deutsche Post World Net sells real estate portfolio to investorDeutsche Post World Net, the world's leading logistics company, today announced that it has reached an agreement to sell a portfolio of real estate properties comprising about 1,300 assets located22.03.2008DHL Exel delivers one-stop 3PL facility at Dubai Industrial City- New transPARK model offers end-to-end supply chain solutions
- Project developed in response to Dubai's booming industrial sector
DHL, the world's leading logistics company, has entered into18.03.2008DHL lands record logistics contract with Jaguar and Land RoverDHL Exel Supply Chain, the world's leading logistics provider, has been awarded a three year contract worth over £100 million (over 130 million euro) per annum - its biggest automotive sector deal -17.03.2008Deutsche Post World Net to increase stake in Williams Lea- Agreement reached to acquire shares from minority holders
- Increased contribution supports long-term growth strategy
Deutsche Post World Net, the world's leading logistics group, announced06.03.2008Deutsche Post World Net 2007 Underlying EBIT at 3.8 billion euros- 2007 Underlying EBIT rises 8 percent; reported EBIT 17 percent lower at 3.2 billion euros on asset writedown in Americas EXPRESS
- Full-year revenue up 4.9 percent at 63.5 billion euros
- Group
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