DHL sharpens focus on India-UAE Trade lane
Launches its weekly Direct LCL consol service connecting Nhava Sheva, India to Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tweet-- DHL, the world's leading logistics company, announced today the launch of its weekly direct LCL[1] (Less than container Load) Consol service connecting Nhava Sheva, India to Dubai, UAE.
With the introduction of this fixed weekly direct LCL Consol service connecting India & UAE, DHL has further strengthened its ocean freight business supported by a broad product portfolio that includes customs clearance, transportation, projects and FCL services.
"DHL's first priority is to serve all major markets with direct consolidations from our strong network of national gateways. As businesses remain cost-conscious without sacrificing service quality, LCL services remain an ideal option," said Christoph Remund, Chief Executive Officer, DHL Lemuir Logistics Pvt. Ltd. "At DHL we are committed to helping customers stay ahead of the game. The launch of this vital link from Nhava Sheva to Dubai continues to enhance our leading position in the industry as an LCL service provider" he stated.
DHL recognizes LCL as being a crucial part of the total Ocean Freight product and the company is strengthening its market leading position through dedicated resources to system development and maintenance. "We will also continue to create fast, cost-efficient and reliable services that enhance our customers' competitiveness," added Remund.
Through the launch of this service DHL Global Forwarding will also enable a seamless flow of ocean freight cargo through Dubai to other Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) countries, such as Muscat, Kuwait and Oman.
Speaking on the occasion, Sanjay N. Tejwani, Director-Ocean Freight, DHL Global Forwarding, India, said "The first Direct LCL Consol Box from Nhava Sheva to Dubai, is a strong confirmation of DHL's ability to design and deliver logistics solutions. The weekly service will allow us to expand and strengthen our customers' supply chain on the India-UAE trade lane."
"The launch of this weekly service is part of DHL's on-going plans to expand its own operated, weekly guaranteed, LCL services globally. This is in line with our commitment to the Indian logistics Industry to provide value-added solutions to customers through constant product innovation and increased efficiency" he added.
Despite the global economic crisis, several sectors of the Indian economy have remained relatively resilient with its sizable domestic market and potential for growth. The launch of the new Nhava Sheva - Dubai direct LCL service demonstrates DHL's commitment to delivering innovative logistics solutions for customers. DHL's LCL business has been seeing positive growth amid the slowdown and the company is confident that this will remain a priority service for their customers.
[1] Less than Container Load (LCL) refers to smaller amounts of ocean freight cargo that are insufficient to fill a Full Container Load (FCL) on its own. The service is widely used by customers across many industries as it offers greater flexibility in the management of supply chains by being able to ship smaller quantities on a more timely basis.