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Evri growth boosted by second-hand marketplaces

The UK’s leading parcel delivery company, Evri, which recently completed its merger with DHL eCommerce UK, has announced record half-year results with a 12 percent increase in parcel volumes and a strong rise in profit, boosted by “buoyant online marketplace trading”. For the 26 weeks to August 30, Evri delivered 425 million parcels, up by 47...

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Evri and DHL get UK watchdog green light for merger

The proposed merger of UK parcel delivery service Evri and DHL E-commerce UK has received the green light from a local watchdog. The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has approved of the deal, which is now expected to finalise following the receipt of regulatory approvals. Garnering CMA’s approval is a notable step in the progress of...

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DHL eCommerce UK and Evri to merge and form new group

DHL Group has announced the acquisition of a significant minority stake in Evri, and with it the formation of a new group merging both the UK parcel company and DHL eCommerce UK. Operating under the name Evri Premium, which will serve as a network of DHL eCommerce, the newly created group will remain a “dedicated and secure, separate network...

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Unreliable deliveries related to retail dissatisfaction, say online shoppers

Online shoppers value speedy delivery, and delays can cause negative sentiment, according to data analysed by Unified Customer Intelligence startup Chattermill. Unreliable courier services, along with complicated return policies are the bugbear of shoppers, who value timeliness and delivery speed, and most of all a high level of customer...

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Delivery firm Hermes changes name to Evri

Parcel delivery company Hermes, which counts Asos, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis as clients, is changing its name to Evri as part of a complete rebrand to enhance its customer services. Described as a new chapter for Hermes, the company will rebrand as Evri with a new logo and brand identity, explained the delivery company in a statement, which...