DHL boosts Mideast-USA trade lane

DHL has invested US$1.2 billion to boost its network for export shipments from the Middle East to the United States.

As part of the investment, the courier company has modernised and expanded three superhubs and six major gateways, resulting in 60% increases in ground handling capacity, reduced transit times and same day clearance of 99% of import shipments.

"This recent enhancement to our network will ensure that our customers are provided with the most competitive express service offering to one of the Middle East's major markets," said David Wild, commercial director for DHL Express Middle East.

"We are able to leverage on our vast air network and extensive infrastructure, to help customers to be more competitive in their business with the USA."

The newly upgraded service is designed to benefit customers of DHL's all-inclusive, door-to-door services for expediting trade between the two markets.

With these services, shipments are handled by DHL from pick-up to delivery, with tracking details providing complete visibility of shipment progress.

In addition, customers shipping from the UAE will now benefit from quicker transit times with an enhanced two-day delivery to the US and next day service to New York.

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