DHL launches new export service

DHL launches new export service

JAKARTA (JP): International air express company DHL Worldwide
Express launched a new service yesterday called USA First, for
Indonesian exporters to deliver goods to the United States fast
and cost-effectively.

"USA First is being introduced in response to the changing
trade flows and shipping practices as Asian exporters
increasingly target the US market and seek more direct, fast and
cost effective ways to deliver than the traditional shipping
method," Mike Fitzpatrick (left), senior technical advisor at PT
Birotika Semesta/DHL, DHL's Indonesian affiliate, told reporters
yesterday.

Also present at the press conference were DHL director for
ASEAN Bryan Jamison (center) and the chief executive officer of
Birotika Semesta/DHL, Rudi J. Pesik (right).

Fitzpatrick said the new service includes express pick-up,
streamlined customs clearance and secure delivery service.

USA First is being launched across the Asia-Pacific region on
Monday.

Birotika Semesta/DHL started operating in Indonesia in 1979.
It currently leads the domestic courier industry with a network
of 65 branch offices. It employs more than 800 people and has 250
vehicles at its disposal. (jsk)