IMPROVED LOGISTICS SERVICES

DHL launches Economy Select Service that offers up to 30% in cost savings
April 22, 2009, 3:49pm

DHL Philippines, the leading express and logistics company, announced the launch of its full suite of intra-Asia DHL Economy Select service to include both inbound and outbound shipments in the Philippines and 17 other locations in Asia Pacific. DHL Economy Select offers the convenience of door-to-door delivery of non-time-sensitive, inbound and outbound consignments within Asia Pacific, at attractive prices, without any compromise in service quality or access to DHL’s in-house customs expertise.

Unlike DHL’s premium guaranteed ‘time-definite, next-day’ service to most locations within Asia Pacific, DHL Economy Select service has a transit period of between two to four business days, depending on location. However, customers will enjoy further cost savings of up to 30 percent, especially for shipments of over 45 kg. With DHL Economy Select, the shipments are handled at the same level of service appropriated to other smaller, time-sensitive parcels, allowing customers to benefit from full end-to-end checkpoint visibility and simplified paperwork due to the provision of a single invoice with no hidden transportation costs upon delivery.

“As the market leading Express player, we’re mindful of the current economic climate and have developed a product tailored to meet our customers’ needs. With the near-term economic outlook, businesses are looking at every aspect of their operating costs. With up to 30 per cent cost savings for shipments over 45kg, DHL Economy Select offers customers the flexibility of sending less urgent items at a reduced cost, but with the assurance of the security and reliability of our premier Express services”, said Dan McHugh, CEO, DHL Express Asia Pacific.

“DHL Economy Select is an ideal economic and cost-effective delivery service for less urgent business-to-business shipments, while still offering the hassle-free convenience of a door-to-door service that DHL is known for,” said Ahmad Mohamad, DHL Country Manager for the Philippines. “We have always been committed to offering a wider range of services to our customers to give the flexibility to choose which type of service is perfect for their changing needs.”

“Since our launch in October last year, DHL Economy Select has been widely received among customers in the Philippines. Driven by the strong demand for the service, it’s timely for us to extend DHL Economy Select to inbound shipments as well, as we continue to offer greater cost efficiencies for our customers,” Ahmad Mohamad added.

DHL Economy Select is now available as a fully inbound and outbound intra-Asia service offering in Australia, Bangladesh, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. This service will be extended between Asia Pacific/ Europe and Asia Pacific/ US by Q4 2009.

DHL is the global market leader of the international express and logistics industry, specializing in providing innovative and customized solutions from a single source.

DHL offers expertise in express, air and ocean freight, overland transport, contract logistic solutions as well as international mail services, combined with worldwide coverage and an in-depth understanding of local markets. DHL's international network links more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. More than 300,000 employees are dedicated to providing fast and reliable services that exceed customers' expectations.

DHL is a Deutsche Post World Net brand. The group generated revenues of P60 billion in 2006.

BlogNote: This is what service is all about. Its about going beyond what is already being provided. This augurs well for the economy in facing up with the sort of weakening economy that we are in now.