DHL Express is raising its rates by an average of 4.9 per cent as of 1 January. Growth in the international express business and a shortage of available capacity has forced the carrier to invest in facilities and equipment.
The logistics company adjusts its prices annually in each of more than 220 countries where it operates. Next year, customers of the company will pay an average of 4.9 per cent more for international express shipments. According to DHL Express, the price increase is due to investments the company has already made and is planning.
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Hub expansion
For instance, recent investments have included hub expansion and new gateways. This is said to have increased processing capacities per shipment and reduced transit times. "You see this expansion all over the world, from Africa and China to America, but also at home," explains Ronald Leunisse, Managing Director DHL Express Netherlands.
The new branch of DHL Express in Maastricht will soon open its doors. This will be followed by a new to be built branch in Zwolle. "All other Service Centres have recently been renewed," he said.
CityHubs and TAPA certification
The transport company says it is also investing heavily in sustainability and security. In several cities, it opens so-called CityHubs, from which inner cities are supplied emission-free. The Dutch branches are TAPA-certified, demonstrating that business processes for securing goods are in order
