The State of New York Selects DHL as International Express Shipping Provider

PLANTATION, Fla. -- The State of New York, Office of General Services, announced today it has awarded DHL, the world’s leading express delivery and logistics company, one of two five-year statewide contracts for international express shipping services. All authorized users of the State of New York contract - including State agencies, colleges, and hospitals - will be able to leverage DHL’s fast, reliable door-to-door international express services to and from New York State and more than 220 countries and territories served by DHL.

All major express delivery bidders for this project, including DHL, were evaluated based on global coverage, transit times, delivery performance, local sales and operations representation, availability of dedicated customer service and price. DHL was determined to be one of the best values for international express delivery services in accordance with New York State procurement laws.

This is the first time International Express delivery services were offered through a New York State contract.

“As the specialist in International shipping, we are committed to helping the customers of the State of New York contract get the global coverage, best transit times, customer service and value in the industry for their international shipping needs,” said Charles Brewer, Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Northeast Region, at DHL Express.

DHL - The Logistics company for the world

DHL is the global market leader in the logistics industry and “The Logistics company for the world”. DHL commits its expertise in international express, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, contract logistics and international mail services. A global network composed of more than 220 countries and territories and 310,000 employees worldwide offers customers superior service quality and local knowledge to satisfy their supply chain requirements. DHL accepts its social responsibility by supporting climate protection, disaster management and education.

DHL is part of Deutsche Post DHL. The Group generated revenue of more than 54 billion euros in 2008.