Turbo Plan 2030: freight transport by intercity smart move or pathetic?
While the idea may seem surprising or ambitious, it is not an April Fool's joke. The concept of passenger trains that are also used for freight transport, as described in the Turboplan 1, seems…
DHL receives international award
DHL was scored in an independent audit on more than 400 HR aspects and compared with an international standard. DHL has been recertified as 'Top Employer Netherlands 2023' and thus receives the…
PostNL is taking measures against FNV actions
Operational measures are being taken to continue to guarantee essential services, such as the delivery of medical mail and funeral mail. PostNL is taking measures to reduce the impact of announced…
Logistics group with one-stop shop solution
Both companies complement each other with a wide range of logistics services for complete control over distribution processes. The combination of Janssen, VCK Logistics Supply Chain Solutions and VCK Logistics Air- and…
DHL opens fourth national sorting center
Previously it was Amsterdam, Zaltbommel and Utrecht's turn. DHL Parcel recently opened its fourth new national parcel sorting center in four years in Dordrecht. Previously, Amsterdam,…
DHL customer service on Facebook and Twitter stopped
The security of personal data is not guaranteed. Once again a fuss about DHL's complaint handling. DHL previously announced that it would stop customer contact via Facebook and Twitter, ostensibly because of data protection.…
Cyclone starts delivering Bol.com packages
Cleaner and more social In December 2021, bol.com and Cyclone reached agreement on a majority stake of bol.com in Cyclone. The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets gave permission for this strategic…
Budbee and Instabox join forces
The two originally Swedish parcel delivery companies, Instabox and Budbee, announce their intention to merge under a new holding company; Instabee. The combination, subject to the Swedish Competition Authority,…
Increase in parcel delivery delays
The labor market in the Netherlands is currently 'very tight', according to the UWV. The shortage of workers within the logistics sector is palpable. The battle between carriers for staff…
Thousands of extra parcel deliverers at PostNL
PostNL will employ thousands of additional parcel deliverers in the coming years. The company is thus giving a boost to three crucial elements of its working method: as many permanent employment contracts as possible, sustainable partnerships, etc.
Waiting hours, delivery guys don't show up
The delivery person is on his way and can be there at any moment. A tour of various restaurants shows clear signs that the staff shortage is causing problems. Waiting for the order…
Postal deliverers PostNL get a permanent contract
PostNL offers all its mail deliverers a permanent contract. This applies to both delivery people who are already employed by PostNL, and to new colleagues who are starting to work...