Tue, 26 Sep 2000

DHL launches new service

JAKARTA (JP): Freight company PT Birotika Semesta/DHL Worldwide Express announced on Monday the introduction of its new direct shipment service connecting Bali and Singapore, Toyko and Sydney.

The company said the introduction of direct flights from Bali, available every weekday, was to anticipate the growth in export companies, especially those in the handicraft and textile business, on the island.

DHL said it also expanded its services by opening new offices and a drop center, which together with the new shipment flight service represented a total investment of Rp 750 million (US$88,235). (cst)