Author: Alison

A Brexit Forum for leading fashion, automotive and other retailers and manufacturers has been told that, unlikely as it sounds now, the Irish border could be the best route into the EU following a no-deal or hard Brexit. David Jinks MILT, the Head of Consumer Research for the international courier comparison site ParcelHero, told delegates that the Irish border may be the hardest Brexit hurdle currently, but the determination of both the UK and EU…

Global cloud communications software and solutions provider IMImobile PLC, has been chosen by Hermes for the implementation of its new parcel notifications strategy as part of their ‘Digital Futures’ programme. Hermes will be using IMImobile’s enterprise cloud communications platform, IMIconnect, to power millions of delivery notifications each month on behalf of their retail customers. IMIconnect enables customer experience automation for millions of deliveries that are processed every year by Hermes. Customer journeys built in IMIconnect…

The Palletways Group, Europe’s largest and fastest growing express palletised freight network, has expanded its hub network on the continent with the unveiling of a new regional hub in Verona, northern Italy. Verona is Palletways’ fourth hub in Italy and follows the successful opening of hubs in Bologna, Milan and Avellino over the past 11 years. The new regional hub in Verona will handle domestic cargo and has the potential to accelerate general cargo traffic…

FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express shipping company has announced a £20,000 grant to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) grow. Through the Small Business Grant, FedEx aims to help small and medium businesses across the UK realise their dreams for taking their business global.   Delivering to more than 220 countries and territories, FedEx plays an important role in connecting small businesses with overseas prospects. The…

CMS Network – the leading mail, courier and logistics specialist, part of The Delivery Group, has signed a three year, high-value deal with the world leading publishing and events company Hearst UK, for the provision of full mailroom management services at Hearst’s new flagship home in the heart of Leicester Square, Central London. The all-encompassing contract includes the supply of full inbound and outbound mail, UK, International and same day couriers, warehousing and dedicated transport…